Ireland’s first event for the plant, tool & powered access hire market launches on March 26th at the National Show Centre (Dublin Airport). We are delighted to report that 80 exhibitors will be in position, on one day, in one place, to enable you and your colleagues, to efficiently meet suppliers from across the industry. Brought to you in conjunction with MCS Rental and Husqvarna, the event is backed by Machinery Movers Magazine and positioned at the end of quarter one,...

Pat O’Donnell & Co., one of Ireland’s leading suppliers of heavy plant and construction machinery, is delighted to confirm its attendance at HIREland 2026. Visitors can find the team at Stand D4 to chat with the team of specialists and explore the wide selection of models from Volvo CE. Pat O’Donnell & Co. is recognised within the Irish market for delivering a tailored service to meet the specific demands of contractors, civil engineering businesses and plant hire operators nationwide. With decades...

The European construction equipment industry stands at a decisive moment. The CECE Annual Economic Report 2026 shows that after reaching a low point in 2025, the market is stabilising and moderate growth prospects are emerging – provided that the right economic and political framework conditions are put in place now. Performance 2025 At the macroeconomic level, conditions remain challenging. European economic growth is weak, with GDP increasing by around 0.9% in 2025, while investment remains constrained and consumption grows only modestly....

Steelwrist, the global manufacturer of tiltrotators, automatic quick couplers and work tools for excavators, today announced the expansion of operations at its North American headquarters in Newington. The investment further strengthens the company’s long-term commitment to the U.S. market and positions Connecticut as a strategic hub for advanced manufacturing and assembly within the construction equipment industry.  The expanded facility enhances Steelwrist’s machining, local assembly and product testing capabilities, enabling the company to deliver products that are assembled and tested in...

SANY UK is pleased to announce the formation of a strategic alliance with Crowland Cranes Ltd, commencing 1st March 2026. This partnership marks a significant step in strengthening SANY’s presence in the mobile crane sector across Great Britain. Through this alliance, all future sales of SANY mobile cranes will be managed directly by the experienced sales team at Crowland Cranes. Customers throughout the UK will benefit from enhanced service, support, and product accessibility, delivered jointly by SANY UK and Crowland. To...