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THE UK’S LEADING PLANT MACHINERY MAGAZINE

THE UK’S LEADING PLANT MACHINERY MAGAZINE

THE UK’S LEADING PLANT MACHINERY MAGAZINE

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Yes, We CAN – the power of communication within machinery

Yes, We CAN – the power of communication within machinery

In the current climate, there is growing pressure on original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to deliver products to market at speed while maintaining high standards and …

April 27, 2026
IPAF Unveils Elevation UK 2026 Programme Featuring Special Guest Neil Ruddock

IPAF Unveils Elevation UK 2026 Programme Featuring Special Guest Neil Ruddock

The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) has announced the full programme for its highly anticipated Elevation UK 2026  event, set to take place on 1 July at …

April 24, 2026
Datatag’s RAPID shortlisted for Hire Industry Product Of The Year at HAE EHA awards

Datatag’s RAPID shortlisted for Hire Industry Product Of The Year at HAE EHA awards

Datatag has been shortlisted in the Hire Industry Product of the Year category at this year’s Hire Association Europe and Event Hire Association (HAE EHA) Awards — …

April 23, 2026
SCOTPLANT: LIUGONG TO SHOWCASE EXPANDED RANGE OF MACHINES FOR DEMANDING UK OPERATIONS

SCOTPLANT: LIUGONG TO SHOWCASE EXPANDED RANGE OF MACHINES FOR DEMANDING UK OPERATIONS

Leading construction equipment manufacturer, LiuGong Machinery, has partnered with its authorised dealer in the UK, Lloyd Ltd, to showcase a broad range of machines tailored to demanding UK applications at upcoming ScotPlant, set …

April 22, 2026
The Voices Shaping Construction Are Taking the Stage at UK Construction Week

The Voices Shaping Construction Are Taking the Stage at UK Construction Week

If you want to understand where construction is heading, look at who is on stage.  From 12–14 May at Excel London, the industry’s most influential …

Renault Trucks showcases conversion expertise at Commercial Vehicle Show 2026

Renault Trucks showcases conversion expertise at Commercial Vehicle Show 2026

Renault Trucks will highlight its specialist vehicle conversion capabilities and commercial vehicle expertise at the Commercial Vehicle Show 2026, taking place at the NEC Birmingham …

April 20, 2026
PREVIEW THE MERLO STAND AT ICE EXPO 2026

PREVIEW THE MERLO STAND AT ICE EXPO 2026

Merlo returns to ICE Expo on 22nd & 23rd May at Punchestown Racecourse, showcasing a focused selection of construction telehandlers designed to boost productivity, safety, and efficiency …

April 17, 2026
ABAX scale up in asset tracking with expansion into Connected tools

ABAX scale up in asset tracking with expansion into Connected tools

ABAX, Europe’s leading provider of Connected Mobility and Smart Operations solutions, is accelerating its growth in Asset Tracking with the expansion of its platform to …

April 16, 2026
CPA Comments on Changes to Business Property Relief (BPR)

CPA Comments on Changes to Business Property Relief (BPR)

From today, changes to Business Property Relief (BPR) take effect – increasing inheritance tax liabilities for thousands of family-run firms when they are passed from …

April 14, 2026
Sunbelt Rentals welcomes 63 students during Open Doors 2026

Sunbelt Rentals welcomes 63 students during Open Doors 2026

Sunbelt Rentals UK & Ireland has welcomed 63 students from 5 schools and colleges to its depots in Chadderton, Smethwick and Basildon as part of Build …

April 7, 2026