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Latest CEA News
Government confirms 40% First Year Allowance will apply to ...
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Louise Carney
Following yesterday’s Budget, the Treasury has now confirmed that the new 40% First Year Allowance (FYA) will apply to assets purchased for hire and leasing from January 2026. ...
CEA response to the Budget
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Louise Carney
Viki Bell, Chief Executive of the Construction Equipment Association (CEA), said: “While today’s Budget maintains investment in some key areas, it offers little direct reassurance ...
Strong turnout and expert insight at the final CEA Members’ ...
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Louise Carney
The final Members’ Forum of the year brought together a strong turnout of members and guests at Caterpillar’s Desford facility for a day of insight, discussion and valuable ...
Latest Industry News
New Guidance for Cranes Operating Near Railways
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Louise Carney
The Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has released new guidance for cranes operating near live rail environments. The 58-page publication - entitled ‘Requirements for ...
Enginuity launches the policy centre for supply chain and SMEs
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Louise Carney
The Policy Centre for Supply Chain and SMEs, powered by Enginuity, was launched yesterday (24 November) to give engineering and manufacturing SMEs a stronger and more consistent ...
19th Executive Hire Show 2026 officially sold out
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Louise Carney
The organisers of the Executive Hire Show are pleased to confirm that the 19th edition of the event is now completely sold out. With just over three months to go, every space has ...
Latest Member News
JCB electric mini leads the charge for hire business
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Louise Carney
A new JCB 19C-1E mini excavator is helping a leading hirer win more business in noise sensitive areas. Purchased by Gloucester-based Ermin, the JCB 19C-1E is the industry’s first ...
Rygor Group Celebrates Triple Recognition at Industry Awards
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Louise Carney
Rygor Group is proud to announce an outstanding achievement at this year’s prestigious Motor Trader Industry Awards, securing Employer of the Year and New Dealership of the Year ...
COBA Plastics Group completes acquisition of Extrudaseal
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Louise Carney
COBA Plastics Group is pleased to share that earlier this year the company acquired Extrudaseal Ltd, a Birmingham-based manufacturer specialising in thermoplastic extrusion for ...