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Behind the scenes
Partnerships, planning and the path to PlantWorx
By
Viki Bell
Last month, my blog was titled ‘Looking ahead to Spring’ – as I write this, I am sitting in my office with a jumper on and the heating turned up – I am still … looking ahead to ...
Members’ Forum reflects strong turnout, sharp insight and a ...
By
Louise Carney
More than 55 members joined the CEA Members’ Forum in Leicester on 25 March for a day of market updates, workforce insight, technical discussion and a look ahead to PlantWorx ...
CEA partners with Robinson Grace HR to support members
By
Louise Carney
The CEA (Construction Equipment Association) has entered into a new partnership with Robinson Grace HR Consultancy to provide practical HR and employment support to CEA members. ...
Latest Industry News
£27 billion road investment sets out pipeline for UK ...
By
Louise Carney
A £27 billion government commitment to road infrastructure is set to drive a significant pipeline of work across the UK, with implications for plant, hire and supply chains across ...
Lower Thames Crossing moves into early works phase with clear ...
By
Louise Carney
Preparatory works are now underway on the Lower Thames Crossing, marking a significant step forward for one of the UK’s most important infrastructure projects and signalling ...
UK Steel Strategy sets out tougher trade measures and £2.5bn ...
By
Louise Carney
The Government has published its long-awaited UK Steel Strategy, setting out a plan to stabilise domestic production, attract investment and strengthen the role of steel in ...
Latest Member News
JCB calls on the UK’s best operators for 2026 challenge
By
Louise Carney
2026 will see the return of the JCB Operator Challenge, as the company sets out to find the UK’s most skilled tracked excavator and backhoe loader operators. The 2026 competition ...
NFPC March update for CEA members
By
Louise Carney
Take a few minutes to catch up with the latest update from the National Fluid Power Centre, covering a busy March across training, industry engagement and skills development. This ...
Xwatch deploys 5D ground intelligence system with real-time ...
By
Louise Carney
Xwatch has confirmed the first live demonstration of its new 5D Ground Intelligence™ system (with Archaeo Assist), now operating under site conditions that reflect early works ...