Materials Handling - Company & Industry News

In a marketplace increasingly shaped by digital marketing, online demos and remote decision-making, it’s easy to overlook the continued importance of regional exhibitions. But for the plant and machinery sector, regional shows remain one of ... Read Full Article

First UK deployment of Liebherr’s modular batching plant sets new standards in concrete production...Kesgrave-based Tru Mix, part of the expanding Tru7 Group, has once again demonstrated its commitment to innovation and qua... Read Full Article

The challengeA batching plant tasked with feeding the HS2 project regularly produces around 10,000m3 of concrete a month for tunnel segments.The plant was purpose-built in 2022, and whilst featuring some of the l... Read Full Article

Rocket Rentals has fired the starting gun on a major fleet expansion with the purchase of more than 55 new JCB machines - including a 35‑strong fleet of zero‑tailswing excavators.The Gloucester‑based hirer is investing compact, mano... Read Full Article

5200Q Series UNx™ Bareshaft pump marks important milestone for big water applicationsJetstream of Houston, LLP, a leading manufacturer of industrial high-pressure water blasting e... Read Full Article

SANY UK proudly welcomed its nationwide dealer network to Carden Park, Chester last Thursday for the annual Dealer Conference—an event built around this year’s theme, “Digging Deeper, Reaching Higher.” The theme... Read Full Article

The latest STATS19 road collision data shows that while overall casualties involving construction-related vehicles have fallen slightly over the past five years, fatal and serious injuries among vulnerable road users (VRU) remain unacceptably high... Read Full Article

CASE is delighted to announce that EMH Plant has been appointed as the new CASE Construction Equipment dealer for the Northeast and North Yorkshire.This appointment strengthens our commitment to the Region and offers customers access to t... Read Full Article

Bobcat will be showing the new ground-breaking R2-Series 1-2 tonne mini excavators for the first time on Stand No C15 at the Executive Hire Show (EHS) at the Coventry Building Society Arena in Coventry in the UK from 11-12 February 2026. Presented... Read Full Article

Join our series of workshops to gain first-hand experience of different test processes available with equipment in our on-site pilot plant...At the Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solids Handling Techno... Read Full Article

National Pile Croppers (NPC) is pleased to announce that it will be exhibiting an array of its hydraulic pile croppers at ConExpo-Con/Agg in Las Vegas from the 3-7 March. The equipment will be shown as part of the total solutions offering of N... Read Full Article

JCB will showcase its latest compact rental equipment at the 2026   – including a range of zero emissions models.The stand will feature a cross-section of JCB’s hydrogen, electric and clean diesel compact eq... Read Full Article

Calgary Rolling Mix Concrete can testify to the power and performance of Rokbak articulated haulers at a high-output pit in Alberta, Canada, thanks to the RA40’s exceptional design, reliable dealer support and a smart fleet management&nb... Read Full Article

The largest independent hire company in the UK, GAP Hire Solutions, is helping its clients to reduce their carbon emissions with their latest investment in Trime-manufactured lighting towers.GAP has confirmed its commitment to of... Read Full Article

DB Cargo UK has agreed to sell 25 Class 66 locomotives to Romania’s largest private railway company, Grup Feroviar Roman (GFR)Under the multi-million-pound deal, the first Class 66 (66014) will leave DB Cargo UK’s traction mai... Read Full Article

  New DrillAir model delivers higher flow at 20 bar in a compact design - enhancing Atlas Copco’s portfolio of portable air solutions for drilling applications.Atlas Copco has introduced the latest addition to its D... Read Full Article

The Pothole Partnership is leading calls for five-year warranties to be given on pothole repairs to ensure delivery of permanent repairs – and help save cash for council taxpayers.The Pothole Partnership was formed two years ago by ... Read Full Article

New cab maximises operator comfort, productivity and jobsite safety...Develon, formerly Doosan Construction Equipment, has enhanced its articulated dump truck (ADT) range with an updated cab designed to maximise ... Read Full Article

 Rail Freight Group (RFG) has called on Government and Parliamentarians to amend the Railways Bill 2025 to strengthen the independent appeals function for rail freight.Under the Bill, which starts its Commons Commit... Read Full Article

Hitachi Construction Machinery UK (HCMUK) is proud to announce its accreditation as an NPORS Approved Training Provider and Accredited Training Centre, marking a significant milestone in their commitment to safety, skills, and professional develop... Read Full Article