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Haver and Boecker extends sales coverage in United States
Haver and Boecker extends sales coverage in United States Haver & Boecker, a leading equipment manufacturer and solutions provider in aggregates and mining applications, recently named Brian Block...
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E and JW Glendinning take delivery of the first Volvo rigid hauler sold in Britain
E & JW Glendinning take delivery of the first Volvo rigid hauler sold in Britain E & JW Glendinning Ltd has taken delivery of the first Volvo rigid hauler to be sold in Great Britain which has...
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AfDB and ECOWAS sign study agreement for Abidjan to Lagos Corridor Highway
AfDB and ECOWAS sign study agreement for Abidjan to Lagos Corridor Highway The African Development Bank and the Economic Community Of West African States Commission (ECOWAS) have signed an agreement f...
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Cross department planning and collaboration is the way forward for UK local authorities
Cross department planning and collaboration is the way forward for UK local authorities Historically, individual departments within local authorities have tended to work in isolation. They have develo...
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STRABAG awarded share of €132m contract for D35 motorway in the Czech Republic
STRABAG awarded share of €132m contract for D35 motorway in the Czech Republic A consortium including STRABAG a.s., a subsidiary of European construction group STRABAG, has been awarded the contract t...
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Liebherr – Together. Now and Tomorrow at Bauma 2019
Liebherr – Together. Now and Tomorrow at Bauma 2019 From 8-14 April, Liebherr will give attendees of Bauma 2019 a unique chance to experience its latest innovations first-hand, which range from...
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The new BENNINGHOVEN product philosophy
The new BENNINGHOVEN product philosophy New BENNINGHOVEN asphalt mixing plants incorporate a great deal of what BENNINGHOVEN has learnt about asphalt production and mixing plants since the 1960s. Duri...
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Operam launch Online Learning to support adoption of new ISO 19650 Standards
Operam launch Online Learning to support adoption of new ISO 19650 Standards In December 2018, ISO published two international standards, the first to be published within the new ISO 19650 series, whi...
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Telensa announces the Urban Data Project with Cambridge as Launch Partner City
Telensa announces the Urban Data Project with Cambridge as Launch Partner City Telensa, a leader in smart street lighting and smart city applications has announced the Urban Data Project. Telensa has...
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VINCI UK Foundation calls for applications from charities to fight social exclusion
VINCI UK Foundation calls for applications from charities to fight social exclusion VINCI businesses across the UK and the Republic of Ireland are once again calling for funding applications from proj...
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CABE Malaysia Conference addresses shared global challenges
CABE Malaysia Conference addresses shared global challenges A number of issues facing the construction industry – the impact of the Hackitt report and future directives of UK legislation; the true val...
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The Christmas Tree approach inspires Land Services to opt for a Volvo ECR145E Excavator
The Christmas Tree approach inspires Land Services to opt for a Volvo ECR145E Excavator “It was the build quality that impressed me….” says Malcolm Davidson, proprietor of Selkirk-based Davidson Land...
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LandQ to scale up off-site ambitions with new construction strategy
L&Q to scale up off-site ambitions with new construction strategy One of the UK’s largest housing associations and developers is scaling up its off-site ambitions and has developed its own Modern...
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VÖGELE pioneering machine technology and digital process solutions at bauma 2019
VÖGELE pioneering machine technology and digital process solutions at bauma 2019 The world market leader for road pavers has restructured its product range and is also poised to stage several premiere...
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Fast growing Bristol business on the lookout for more apprentices
Fast growing Bristol business on the lookout for more apprentices The ETM Group / ETM Recycling, a Bristol highways maintenance and recycling company, is on the lookout for more apprentices as it look...
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Hyundai Construction Equipment Europe will focus on the Hyundai Effect at Bauma
Hyundai Construction Equipment Europe will focus on the Hyundai Effect at Bauma Hyundai Construction Equipment Europe (HCEE) will present at bauma 2019 15 construction equipment products on the compan...
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Liebherr to reveal revamped 42m Powerbloc concrete pump at bauma
Liebherr to reveal revamped 42m Powerbloc concrete pump at bauma Liebherr will introduce a completely redeveloped 42 M5 XXT truck mounted concrete pump for the medium range class at Bauma 2019. One hi...
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Epiroc wins large order for new copper mine in Peru
Epiroc wins large order for new copper mine in Peru Epiroc AB, a leading productivity partner for the mining and infrastructure industries, has been awarded a significant order from Anglo American for...
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CASE celebrates innovation at Bauma with world-first steering system for graders
CASE celebrates innovation at Bauma with world-first steering system for graders This year, CASE will debut several world-first launches at Bauma as part of its innovation theme with an industry first...
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Bartco UK to introduce friendly and energy efficient ITS billboard at Traffex
Bartco UK to introduce friendly and energy efficient ITS billboard at Traffex Traffic managers of major long-term schemes are now able to sustainably offer road users an improved customer experience,...
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Wirtgen W 380 CRi high performance and high-tech Cold Recycler set for Bauma launch
Wirtgen W 380 CRi high performance and high-tech Cold Recycler set for Bauma launch Due to the rapid increase in heavy-duty transport, the global road network is showing visible signs of aging in many...
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Scope sees slower growth, rising costs and challenges for construction in Europe
Scope sees slower growth, rising costs and challenges for construction in Europe Europe’s construction sector faces modest revenue growth and mostly stable profit margins in 2019, but the credit outlo...
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Gothenburg drive to electrify takes to the water with Volvo Penta
Gothenburg drive to electrify takes to the water with Volvo Penta In the next phase of Gothenburg’s drive to connect its residents with a seamless citywide low emission commuting network, a Volvo Pent...
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Caterpillar to “Rewrite the Rules” of the jobsite at Bauma 2019
Caterpillar to “Rewrite the Rules” of the jobsite at Bauma 2019 Caterpillar and its German dealer, Zeppelin Baumaschinen GmbH, will exhibit a wide range of equipment, technology, and servi...
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Evidence of 2,000 year old beer making found on mammoth A14 road scheme in England
Evidence of 2,000 year old beer making found on mammoth A14 road scheme in England Deep below the surface of Britain’s biggest road scheme something has been brewing for a very long time – more than 2...
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Liebherr to feature prototype Compact Litronic Wheeled Excavator at bauma
Liebherr to feature prototype Compact Litronic Wheeled Excavator at bauma Liebherr will showcase the prototype of the new A 913 Compact Litronic wheeled excavator for the first time at bauma 2019. Thi...
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CASE Rodeo and 360 degree solutions to be featured at Bauma 2019
CASE Rodeo and 360 degree solutions to be featured at Bauma 2019 CASE will showcase a special CASE Rodeo event at bauma 2019 in Munich, and will display their full offering of 360-degree solutions as...
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Australia investing A$33m in Brisbane congestion busting infrastructure projects
Australia investing A$33m in Brisbane congestion busting infrastructure projects East Brisbane motorists will spend less time on the road, with the Morrison Government investing $33 million in local c...
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ADEPT SMART Places winners announced with 7 projects going forward to Live Labs
ADEPT SMART Places winners announced with 7 projects going forward to Live Labs The winners of the Association of Directors of Environment, Economy, Planning and Transport’s ( ADEPT ) SMART Places Liv...
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UK Housebuilding boosts construction as infrastructure projects fail to materialise
UK Housebuilding boosts construction as infrastructure projects fail to materialise Surging mortar sales suggest that housebuilding in Great Britain remained buoyant in 2018, with the latest data from...
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When does new technology become part of the mainstream?
When does new technology become part of the mainstream? Early adopters take the risks of new ideas but see that as a necessary way of keeping ahead of competitors or the marketplace, and they know tha...
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Heathrow launches shared Apprenticeship Scheme to create a strong skills base
Heathrow launches shared Apprenticeship Scheme to create a strong skills base Commitments welcomed by the Chair of the Heathrow Skills Taskforce Lord Blunkett, Baroness Sugg, trade union representativ...
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New Zealand drivers urged to be aware of summer ice
New Zealand drivers urged to be aware of summer ice The NZ Transport Agency is urging drivers in Waikato and Bay of Plenty to be aware over the next week of potentially hazardous ‘summer ice’ on the r...
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Buckinghamshire’s online workshop provides winter driving refresher
Buckinghamshire’s online workshop provides winter driving refresher A new online workshop has been launched in Buckinghamshire to help all drivers prepare for driving in winter conditions. The f...
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Liebherr to unveil four new Mobile Cranes at Bauma
Liebherr to unveil four new Mobile Cranes at Bauma Liebherr will unveil four new products from its Mobile Cranes Product Division at the Bauma event. These new cranes feature high performance, economy...
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New phase of major Sunderland housing development at Potters Hill begins
New phase of major Sunderland housing development at Potters Hill begins Work around a major new housing development in Sunderland has taken a step forward. A North East contractor, Esh Construction,...
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New technology and service enhancements are key for Hyundai at Bauma 2019
New technology and service enhancements are key for Hyundai at Bauma 2019 Hyundai Construction Equipment Europe (HCEE) is committed to staying on top of the latest technology trends and will be bringi...
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Network Rail announces preferred bidders for next generation of rail system contracts
Network Rail announces preferred bidders for next generation of rail system contracts Network Rail have announced preferred bidders to deliver the next decade of rail system – anything needed to make...
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Over 11,500+ items up for auction at Ritchie Bros. premier six-day Orlando event
Over 11,500+ items up for auction at Ritchie Bros. premier six-day Orlando event Adding 20 extra acres for equipment display, Ritchie Bros. is aiming to make the February 2019 Orlando auction its best...
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CASE features new compact wheel loaders with electrohydraulic controls at bauma
CASE features new compact wheel loaders with electrohydraulic controls at bauma As part of its theme of innovation at Bauma 2019, CASE launches electrohydraulic controls on its compact wheel loader F-...
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Doka to showcase innovative and digital solutions at bauma 2019
Doka to showcase innovative and digital solutions at bauma 2019 From 8 to 14 April 2019, bauma, the world’s largest construction machinery equipment trade fair will once again be opening its doo...
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Hyundai Construction Equipment launches the mighty HX900 L Crawler Excavator
Hyundai Construction Equipment launches the mighty HX900 L Crawler Excavator Hyundai Construction Equipment has recently added a new heavy-line excavator to the HX line-up of machines – the long anti...
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Metso increases service availability for Waste Recycling Equipment in the UK
Metso increases service availability for M&J Waste Recycling Equipment in the UK Metso has signed a service partner agreement for M&J waste recycling equipment with Core Industrial Solutions i...
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Grand opening for TMP Solutions’ new manufacturing site in Wednesbury
Grand opening for TMP Solutions’ new manufacturing site in Wednesbury On Thursday 24th January 2019 TMP Solutions who manufacture traffic management products celebrated the grand opening of thei...
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Collins Earthworks rewards their top machine operator with a VolvoCE EWR170E Excavator
Collins Earthworks rewards their top machine operator with a VolvoCE EWR170E Excavator Collins Earthworks Ltd of Kirby-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, has taken delivery of a Volvo EWR170E reduced-swing...
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Schiphol Airport and Dutch construction companies enter into strategic collaboration
Schiphol Airport and Dutch construction companies enter into strategic collaboration Schiphol has signed long-term contracts with BAM, Heijmans and VolkerWessels. The construction companies can carry...
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CASE Construction Equipment to showcase their heritage and innovation at Bauma
CASE Construction Equipment to showcase their heritage and innovation at Bauma Reflecting CASE’s approach to providing solutions for customers’ specific requirements, visitors will experience an appli...
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Crafco’s Lisa Zentner honoured by Women of Asphalt
Crafco’s Lisa Zentner honoured by Women of Asphalt Crafco’s Lisa Zentner will be featured in the “I am a Woman of Asphalt: 100 Days until World of Asphalt 2019” countdown sponsored by Women of A...
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Volvo Construction Equipment opens Parts Distribution Centre in Canada
Volvo Construction Equipment opens Parts Distribution Centre in Canada Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has opened a new parts distribution center in Toronto, Canada, to better serve its custom...
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Highways England helps communities benefit from schemes to ease traffic delays
Highways England helps communities benefit from schemes to ease traffic delays Highways England is investing more than £7 million in a series of schemes that will improve journeys, generate jobs and h...
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