EXCLUSIVE – NFDC President speaks

John Lynch was elected President of the National Federation of Demolition Contractors (NFDC) back in March, less than 24 hours after the Competition and Markets Authority handed down fines of almost £60 million to 10 NFDC member companies for their part in a bid-rigging and price-fixing scandal.

In his first interview since his election, Lynch comes out fighting and sets his sights on rebuilding the Federation with a new CEO, a new headquarters and an expanded membership.

The film, a DemolitionNews exclusive, premieres at 7pm tonight.

The Break Fast Show #523

In today’s show Komatsu forges ahead with its electric adoption; XCMG shows off its mighty XE3000 mining excavator; and we get a sneak peek at JCB’s new 403E compact wheel loader.

PLUS Liebherr unveils the Configurator

We will also be speaking about the industry becoming diesel-free by 2035; AND about the CMA turning its gaze upon the housebuilding sector.

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The Break Fast Show #522

In today’s show we are visiting the past, the present and the future: Hyundai unveils its latest 2D machine guidance system;
Komatsu provides an update on its proposed lunar mission; and we are charting the history of Volvo Construction Equipment.

PLUS we have recreated the Saw movies but with a demolition flavour.

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The Break Fast Show #521

In today’s show: We are taking a closer look at the latest addition to the Bobcat wheel loader line up; Komatsu targets sustainability; and when blasts go bad.

PLUS we are taking a trip down memory lane with the fine folks at JCB.

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Construction Equipment News #6

In this pre-Plantworx episode, we feature the latest equipment from the greatest equipment manufacturers in the demolition and construction equipment space. And we take a look at just some of the products that will be on display from the likes of Xwatch, Manitou and Avant.

We also reveal that Volvo’s largest electric excavator is bound for Europe and we have some exclusive footage of the machine too.

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The Break Fast Show #520

In today’s show: We are taking a closer look at the new generation of CASE backhoe loaders; we are mining with a monster excavator from XCMG; and we’re visiting Turner Mining to find out what they look for in a bucket.

PLUS we see what Volvo is doing to combat waste while aiding sustainability.

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The Break Fast Show #519

In today’s show: Ofsted highlights the CITB’s shortcomings in a scathing new report; we are up close with the Komatsu PC18 mini excavator; and we’re making a whistle stop trip to Poland in the company of LiuGong.

PLUS we are taking a trip down memory lane with John Deere.

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CITB “requires improvement”

The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has come under scrutiny following a scathing report by Ofsted, which deemed the organization to “require improvement.”

This rating marks a significant decline from its previous “outstanding” rating received six years ago. Ofsted’s assessment identified a concerning emphasis on contract compliance over educational quality as the board shifted its focus away from subcontracted apprenticeship provision.

Cyclist killed outside Keltbray site

A young cyclist has been killed in a collision with a construction lorry outside a Keltbray site in London.

The victim, described as a young adult in their early 20s, was reportedly riding an e-bike when the accident occurred. The collision took place on Tottenham Court Road as the tipper truck was exiting the Network Building, where Keltbray is currently engaged in demolition and groundworks for their client, Derwent.

In response to the tragic incident, all construction activities at the site have been immediately suspended until further notice. Authorities are currently conducting investigations to determine the circumstances surrounding the accident.

Keltbray issued a statement expressing their awareness of the incident. It read, “Keltbray is aware that early on Wednesday 24th May, a road traffic accident occurred on the public highway in Fitzrovia, involving one of its subcontractor’s lorries and a cyclist, in which the cyclist tragically sustained fatal injuries.”

The company further conveyed their condolences, saying, “The thoughts of the Keltbray leadership team and the entire workforce at Keltbray’s Built Environment Division are with the family and friends of all those involved at this very difficult time.”

In accordance with their commitment to cooperating with the authorities, Keltbray assured their full support to the police, emergency services, and their subcontractor throughout the ongoing investigations.

As the investigation proceeds, the community mourns the loss of a young life and hopes for a thorough examination of the circumstances that led to this tragic incident.

This is not the first time Keltbray has been involved in such an incident. A cyclist was injured by a truck owned by the company back in 2010, just three months after a Keltbray-owned truck was involved in the death of another cyclist.

Regenerate response

The Break Fast Show #518

In today’s show: Bobcat gamifies machine operation; XCMG electric mining truck soars; and making the grade with new CASE controls.

PLUS post-fire demolition underway in Sydney.

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