JCB has cleared significant hurdles in its development of the world’s first hydrogen combustion engine after securing landmark rulings from licensing authorities allowing it to be used commercially in machines. JCB is the first construction equipment company to develop a fully working combustion engine fuelled by hydrogen and a team of 150 engineers has been…

As a New Year dawns, the first dumper deal of 2025 is ready for delivery to Aylesbury based contractors Phillip Gollins General Builder Ltd, from Thwaites approved distributor, Shellplant Sales Ltd. This first deal of the year will see eight, 3-tonne hydrostatic, power swivel Thwaites dumpers, join eight Kubota 1.7-tonne mini-excavators, all fitted with Epiroc…

A Scottish plant hirer has bought the first of the brand new JCB 2.5 tonne mini excavator models to reach Scotland. Purchased by Ayrshire-based Tom Grant Plant Hire, the brand new JCB 26C-1 is part of the new series of JCB 2.5-tonne mini excavators unveiled earlier this year. Supplied by Scot JCB, the new model…

Any business involved in road maintenance should take a look at this Euro 6 LEZ compliant 26 tonne DAF CF grab loader on this week’s front cover. Perfect for those smaller jobs where an 8×4 truck is too unwieldy, this 2020 CF340 is fitted with a Palfinger Epsilon M125 crane with a clam shell grab….

JCB has been granted a Royal Warrant of Appointment from His Majesty King Charles III as manufacturers of construction and agricultural equipment. The honour was announced by the Lord Chamberlain’s Office and comes more than 40 years after JCB was granted a Royal Warrant from Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. To be granted a…

The ViO38-7 and ViO33-7 mark the latest advancements to Yanmar CE’s zero-tail swing excavator range. Replacing the existing ViO38-6 and ViO33-6, these next-generation models have improved performance, efficiency and operator comfort – all wrapped in a sleek and compact ‘Premium Red’ package. Yanmar Compact Equipment EMEA (Yanmar CE) has announced the launch of two next-generation…

JCB will unveil a large number of new machines for materials handling in Hall 17, stand 740 at the LAMMA Show, being staged at NEC Birmingham on 15/16 January. In addition to featuring the JCB Fastrac iCON high-speed tractors, the exhibit will underscore JCB’s leading role in efficient materials handling, with British-built solutions that include…

Take a look at the offer from Northside Truck & Van on this week’s front cover. Inside the magazine, check out the news pages where we cover the recent fleet sale of ten Thwaites dumpers for the Tamdown Group and a celebration of the 750th Thwaites dumper for Fairfax. Remember, there’s always tonnes of farm…

Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV (HCME) is preparing to showcase an exciting array of products and services at Bauma 2025, with several developments making their worldwide debut. More than 30 machines ranging from one to 120 tonnes will be on display at the 4.000 m2 stand. This includes the manufacturer’s growing line-up of electric machines,…

With two Yanmar SV60-6B mini excavators, contractor John Williams is shaping West Cornwall’s future while uncovering relics of its ancient history. As he delivers modern housing developments to the local community, his work has unexpectedly revealed long-buried traces of the region’s rich tin mining heritage, dating back to the Bronze Age. Cornwall, renowned for its…

Lincolnshire hirer ABBA Plant Hire has invested in a ten-strong fleet of JCB’s new hybrid drive articulated booms and got straight into the Christmas mood with its new purchases. Supplied by dealer TC Harrison JCB, the new machines are the first of JCB’s new diesel / electric hybrid drive A45EH models purchased in the UK….

Ammann has upgraded its advanced Intelligent Compaction system, ACEpro, to make it easier for operators to access the built-in technology. The enhanced system is being integrated into Ammann ARP 75 and ARP 75 C Pivot-Steer Tandem Rollers. Ammann Compaction Expert (ACE), the company’s proprietary automatic measurement, control and documentation system, was first launched in 1998….

Take a look at the offer from Northside Truck & Van on this week’s front cover. the offer is not restricted to top-end tractor units, but also covers 7.5 tonne tippers and more. Inside the magazine, check out the auction of excavators that closes on 8th January. There’s a choice of Caterpillar and Hitachi models…

Breens Farm Machinery Win Dealer of the Year 2024 Awarded for outstanding performance in sales, service, support and marketing across their region the well-known dealership has firmly established the Takeuchi name right across Ireland. The Takeuchi brand has got stronger and stronger with the help of a strong dealer network. Breens has set the standard…

Southeast of England groundworker Tamdown Group has strengthened both its relationship with Thwaites distributor Ernest Doe & Sons, and its fleet holding of Thwaites dumpers with a further ten machines being purchased in a recent deal. The latest acquisition delivers 5 x 3-ton and 5 x 6-ton straight tip hydrostatic dumpers. As construction activity intensifies…

Caterpillar has revealed the new Cat D8 dozer with advanced technology designed to provide faster more accurate results. The next generation design makes it easier for operators to transition to different machine sizes. The bulldozer’s elevated sprocket offers better ride and balance than low-drive undercarriages, and its long undercarriage delivers the D8’s renowned performance of…

North of England hirer Fairfax will this December take delivery of their 750th Thwaites dumper. To mark the occasion the Fairfax Plant Hire team and BTE Plant Sales were invited to Thwaites to tour the factory and meet the team. A special 750th dumper decal was commissioned, this anniversary edition celebrates the relationship of Fairfax…

Walker Plant Group is demonstrating their specialism in Volvo Articulated Dump Trucks (ADT) on this week’s front cover. They retail complete, used machines, plus break them for parts and offer a rebuild service. You can view all their complete Walker Plant ADT machines for sale at Plantpages. Check out their website for a HUGE range…

Just two years ago, a 10% electric machine operation was an ambitious target for Stockholm’s pioneering fossil-free construction site. Today, that goal has risen to 50% incorporating even more electric machines from Volvo CE, after a successful first phase that not only proved its feasibility but also delivered numerous additional benefits. The redevelopment of the…

The team at Parkway Plant Sales in Stockport recently celebrated 25 years as a Takeuchi dealer. Reaching this major milestone is significant in the company’s history; Parkway Plant Sales was set up in 1999 to sell the new Takeuchi excavators that had just started to arrive on UK shores. They saw the potential having heard…