Get ready for the Euro Auctions sale in Leeds from 11th June – it lasts four days with thousands of lots heading under the hammer. Check out the bargains available in the plant photo lineages on page 26 of this week’s magazine. Plenty of news this week on pages 6 & 7 with details of…

Develon is launching a new series of electric excavators to support the shift towards cleaner, quieter, and more sustainable construction practices. The first model in the line-up, the DX160WE-7 wheeled excavator, will debut at the TKD Fair in the Netherlands, taking place from 12 to 14 June. This development represents a significant milestone in Develon’s…

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has elevated its class-leading EWR150 and EWR170 short swing wheeled excavators with the launch of a new generation—featuring an industry-first electronically retractable access ladder, designed to enhance operator safety. Now available across Europe, the latest models build upon the renowned performance and compact design of their predecessors. Enhancements include increased…

Yale Lift Truck Technologies has introduced the new ERP2.2-3.5N electric counterbalance forklift series—offering a flexible, high-performance solution for warehouse operations seeking the advantages of battery-electric materials handling equipment. Capable of lifting up to 3.5 tonnes, the Yale Series N combines robust performance with extensive configuration options to meet the specific demands of modern logistics environments….

Plenty of plant for sale this week – from specialist pole erection units on the front cover to rollers, generators, dumpers and loaders on the inside front cover. Plenty of news this week on pages 6 & 7 with coverage of new waste kit for Develon D7 loaders, a new generation of Bobcat mini diggers…

The Mecalac Group has revealed its brand new 100% electric telescopic swing loader: the eS900tele. Mecalac already has a zero-emission range: The arrival of the eS900tele adds to this range, covering all the needs of an urban worksite: digging, loading and transporting, while reducing the carbon footprint. A battery life of one day without recharging…

Caterpillar has announced multiple updates for its Caterpillar Hydraulic Excavator line as part of its annual product update (APU) program. The enhancements include Cat Grade technologies, a new User Interface (UI) for quick navigation and an Advanced Payload option for Cat track excavators. These updates apply to Cat small, medium, and large excavators, plus material…

Southeast-based Colmer Plant Hire have become one of the first UK hirers to take the new Thwaites Ltd 6-tonne swivel ROPS+ dumper into their fleet. This latest dumper deal was completed by Construction Sales Manager Nigel Booley of authorised distributor Ernest Doe & Sons Ltd. Colmer Plant Hire, who have a reputation for listening and…

Check out the plant machinery news on pages 6 & 7 this week to read about Kubota’s deal with Travis Perkins plus JCB’s sponsorship of the Awesome Earthmovers’ challenge and a new railroad excavator from Liebherr. Remember, there’s always tonnes of farm machinery for sale at our sister site www.farmmachinerypages.co.uk If you are looking for…

JCB has passed another significant milestone on its hydrogen technology development programme after securing the first full EU type-approval of its hydrogen engine for use in non-road mobile machinery. This means that JCB’s hydrogen engine has been approved for sale and for use in machines and third-party OEM equipment in each of the 27 EU…

Plenty of plant and news in this week’s magazine. Read about the new JCB 145WR excavators to start work, plus Volvo CE’s new range of wheel loaders and JCB’s clearance to use their hydrogen-powered machines on the UK’s roads. Remember, there’s always tonnes of farm machinery for sale at our sister site www.farmmachinerypages.co.uk If you…

JCB is the headline sponsor for the Awesome Earthmovers Operator Challenge, taking place at PlantWorx 2025. Awesome Earthmovers is bringing the Operator Challenge back to PlantWorx for 2025; this time at its new home, Newark Showground in Nottinghamshire from 23 to 25 September 2025. The event promises to be bigger and better than ever before,…

Liebherr will be showcasing its railroad excavators A 922 Rail and A 924 Rail at the 29th International Track Technology Exhibition (IAF) 2025. The machines are used both on railway tracks and in road construction and can be quickly relocated thanks to their mobile undercarriage. A rail travel drive is mounted on both sides of…

First unveiled at Bauma 2025, Hitachi’s LANDCROS One is a bold concept machine aimed at reshaping the future of construction. This next-generation excavator showcases a sleek, futuristic design and emphasises innovation in power, operability, and digital integration. Developed in partnership with Granstudio, LANDCROS One plans to offer three adaptable powertrain options – electric, hydrogen, and…

Kubota has announced a milestone deal with Travis Perkins, one of the UK’s largest suppliers of building materials and hire equipment, set to be supplied over the next four years.  The agreement represents a significant step forward for both companies, marking the beginning of a strategic partnership that will support Travis Perkins’ nationwide hire fleet…

The new Cat® Single Life Cutting Edges for Cat medium wheel loaders feature a single bevel design that eliminates the need to monitor wear for flipping edges. Made from through-hardened DH-2 steel, these new ground engaging tools (GET) from Caterpillar are thicker and provide similar or better life to the standard cutting edge option. The…

Alongside the plant machinery for sale in this week’s magazine, you can read How a trio of Yanmar machines are making light work of contracting in Exeter and the new collision warning system available for CAT medium wheel loaders. Remember, there’s always tonnes of farm machinery for sale at our sister site www.farmmachinerypages.co.uk If you…

Devon-based CJH Contracting has invested in two new Yanmar carriers – the C30R-3 and C08 – to work alongside its SV26 excavator, creating a complete fleet that offers year-round performance, self-sufficiency and smart branding. For Chris Hore, owner of CJH Contracting, Yanmar Compact Equipment (Yanmar) has become a trusted name over the years. After nearly…

Next generation Caterpillar medium wheel loaders can be easily upgraded with optional technologies as work demands it. There are new technology options available for next generation Cat 950, 962, 966, 966 XE, 972,  972 XE, 980, 980 XE, 982 and 982 XE wheel loaders. Frank Stadelmann, Caterpillar global product application specialist for medium wheel loaders…

Alongside the plant machinery for sale in this week’s magazine, you can read about Kubota’s new compact track loader, the SVL75-3 and Bobcat’s high flow continuous transmission ‘V-Drive’ telehandlers for agricultural use. Remember, there’s always tonnes of farm machinery for sale at our sister site www.farmmachinerypages.co.uk If you are looking for trucks and trailers for…