JCB expands X-Series excavator range with 420X and 520X
JCB has launched the 520X crawler excavator, a new 50-tonne class model that expands its X-Series range and completes the Heavyline line-up alongside the 370X and 420X. Weighing 52–57 tonnes, the 520X can be specified with either a 6.9m reach boom or a 6.5m mass
Doosan Bobcat reports revenue growth in Q1 2026
Doosan Bobcat reported first-quarter 2026 revenue of USD1.534 billion, up 6.2% year-on-year, with growth across its main business segments. Operating profit increased 2.6% to USD141 million, while net profit rose 15.0% to USD90 million, helped by lower financial expenses. All regions posted year-on-year growth, led
Bobcat unveils next-generation R-Series loaders and new T650 at SaMoTer
Bobcat has debuted its next-generation R-Series compact loaders in Europe at Samoter 2026 in Verona, alongside a new Stage V version of the T650 compact track loader. The updated range includes T66-2, T76-2 and T86-2 track loaders and S66-2, S76-2 and S86-2 skid-steers, with the
Templant joins Camfaud Group following acquisition
Essex-based temporary power specialist Templant has been acquired by Camfaud Group, the UK’s largest concrete pumping company and part of Concrete Pumping Holdings, Inc. The deal will support further investment in fleet, transport and service capability, while helping Templant build a multi-depot network across the
Hitachi shows concept mini excavator
Hitachi has unveiled a concept version of its ZX55U-6 mini excavator, designed to show how compact cabs can be rethought around operator needs. Called the Landcros Mini and displayed at Samoter, where it won a design award, the concept shifts the focus from fitting equipment
Hyundai UK gets dedicated delivery centre
Hyundai has opened a dedicated UK pre-delivery inspection centre at Southampton Docks to speed up deliveries. Run by parent company HD Construction Equipment, the site receives fully assembled machines direct from the factory, avoiding the previous routing through Hyundai’s Antwerp facility for standard UK-bound units.