Category Archives: General news

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Plant auction portal Mr Machinery establishes foothold in Scandinavia

Shropshire-based Mr Machinery has officially appointed a new Territory Manager in Finland to help cater for a growing demand for high-quality used plant and machinery across Scandinavia. The move adds to the online auction expert’s existing presence in the UK, the Republic of Ireland and Belgium, with further expansion on the cards for later in the year. » Read more
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JD Neuhaus offers tailored crane systems to the building trade

Crane manufacturer JD Neuhaus, one of the leading names in the industry, is now offering hydraulic cranes for occasions when a hydraulic power system supply is available on site. They say it is a more practical option for all lifting and handling operations than their well-established compressed air operated products. » Read more
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4D technology leads the way on major construction projects as Mace signs 3-year deal with Synchro

4-dimensional modelling software is revolutionising the planning and delivery of epic buildings such as the iconic Shard in London, allowing builders to visualise complex workflows in real time and spot potential problems with, for example, tower cranes and other heavy plant and machinery. » Read more
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Triumph leads the way in UK motorcycle sales

The UK hire industry keeps a close watch on motorcycle manufacturers that are big sellers. It’s an indication of which rental bikes are likely to be hottest in the year ahead and judging from official sales figures, Triumph is the big one to watch in 2011. » Read more
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RICS urges government to support construction industry

The forthcoming budget should include provisions to boost the UK’s building industry to encourage growth and innovation, say the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors. » Read more
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Flood defence schemes suffer as Environment Agency has funding slashed

Britons are likely to be at greater risk of flooding in the coming years after the number of flood defence schemes in the UK receiving funding support from central Government fell from 1,500 to 356. » Read more
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Motorhome of the Year award goes to Bürstner Ixeo Time it 585

Not for the first time, the lauded motorhome manufacturer Bürstner has picked up the industry’s top award from consumer magazine Which Motorhome. Its Ixeo Time it 585 model was hailed as brilliant, value-packed and “perfect for couples”. » Read more
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Harley-Davidson unveils new Blackline

Legendary motorcycle company Harley-Davidson is debuting its latest creation at the MCN Carole Nash Motorcycle Show from 3 – 6 February. Get along for a close up look at the fabulous Blackline, as sleek a cruiser as we’ve ever seen from the Harley stable. » Read more
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With ski season in full flow, head to the mountains in a motorhome

The ski world cup in Switzerland has drawn record crowds to the pistes this season, but it’s not only competitive skiing that makes a journey to the Alps worthwhile. British holidaymakers are heading in their droves to the snowy uplands for their dose of winter sun in 2011. Increasing numbers are choosing to make the trip by motorhome. » Read more
Mercedes to unveil new green technology concept car at Geneva

Mercedes to unveil new green technology concept car at Geneva

The stunning Mercedes F800 Style Concept with green-car technology will be unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show next month, taking the CLS-Class vehicle to a futuristic new level. As an indication of what may be to come from Mercedes, limiting the environmental impact of its cars is high on the agenda. » Read more