Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV (HCME) is preparing to showcase an exciting array of products and services at Bauma 2025, with several developments making their worldwide debut. More than 30 machines ranging from one to 120 tonnes will be on display at the 4.000 m2 stand. This includes the manufacturer’s growing line-up of electric machines,…

Take a look at the offer from Northside Truck & Van on this week’s front cover. the offer is not restricted to top-end tractor units, but also covers 7.5 tonne tippers and more. Inside the magazine, check out the auction of excavators that closes on 8th January. There’s a choice of Caterpillar and Hitachi models…

Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV (HCME) hosted a celebratory awards dinner for members of its European dealer network in London on 10 October. The theme for the occasion was “Customer trust”, in recognition of the manufacturer’s shared aim with its dealers to become a true solutions provider. A total of 11 awards were presented during…

Hitachi Construction Machinery UK (HCMUK) will present 12 machines at Hillhead 2024 – the UK’s largest quarrying, construction and recycling exhibition. The event, which had more than 18,500 visitors in 2022, will feature three days of live demonstrations and over 600 exhibitors from 25-27 June at Hillhead Quarry in Buxton. This year, the showground has…

Shannonside Civil Engineering Ltd has used more than 200 Hitachi excavators over the last ten years, and currently has a fleet of over 100 Zaxis models ranging from 3 to 30 tonnes. The Midlands-based company specialises in housing, infrastructure, and commercial projects, operates on multiple sites within an 80-mile radius of its Redditch headquarters. Two…

Hitachi Construction Machinery UK donated 21 “ride-on toy mini diggers” to local schools, to encourage youngsters excited about the construction industry and deliver on our commitment to the South Tyneside Pledge. HCMUK signed up to the Pledge last year – and as part of their commitment, the company organised the donation of the 21 ride-on…

As the demand for alternatively-fuelled construction machinery continues to grow, Hitachi has revealed two new zero-emission excavators: the ZX55U-6EB and the ZX85-6EB. Battery-Powered and Efficient These models are both battery-operated to contribute to a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. With customer needs in mind, these compact Zaxis excavators have been designed to operate with lower…

Hitachi’s range of  Zaxis-6 mini excavators has been updated with several new features. The new models, from the ZX10U-6 to the ZX65USB-6, comply with the latest harmonised standards for machinery and improve safety for operators. Aside from placing a high priority on safety, the latest upgrades also cater to operator comfort within the cab, in…

This week’s front cover sees a military, ex MoD, Foden dump truck alongside a Hitachi ZX130 excavator, both of which are offer at GPSV auctions on 23rd November. See the advert on page 19 – you will see some interesting lots available from tanks to planes and everything in between. Remember, there’s always tonnes of…

Malcolm Harrison have a whole series of Hitachi ZX33U-6 mini diggers going through their Prees Plant sale on Saturday November 4th in Shropshire. There’s viewing on the Thursday and Friday before and bidding can be carried out online. There’s more than 70 items of plant going under the hammer that day, well worth a look…

Hitachi has introduced the largest Zaxis-7 model in its super-long front excavator range. The ZX490LCH-7 HE16LD with 16m reach has a longer boom and arm and heavier counterweight than the standard ZX490-7 model. It is ideal for excavation work, as well as dredging rivers and lakes, bank maintenance and lighter, slope-finishing tasks. Due to the…

Hitachi Construction Machinery is launching the new ZX135USL-7 forestry excavator. Designed for a variety of applications such as logging, log felling, loading and digging, it is assembled at HCME’s factory in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Equipped with a robust undercarriage, it offers enhanced durability, stability and safety for challenging working conditions. With a higher ground clearance…

PJ Towey Construction Ltd, a loyal customer of Hitachi Construction Machinery UK (HCMUK), celebrates its 50th anniversary this year.  The Nottingham-based company specialises in groundworks and civil engineering services for small to large-scale contracts. It has been working with HCMUK for over 36 years, investing in a huge range of quality machinery for its varied…

Carmac Building and Civil Engineering Ltd has opted to have every new Hitachi Zaxis-7 excavator fitted with 3D machine control and special attachment solutions provided by Hitachi Connected Technology (HCT). This service is supplied by Hitachi Construction Machinery UK’s (HCMUK) dedicated production facility in the North East. To date, the Finedon-based contractor has selected Leica…

Three new special application machines have been developed to maximise efficiency, uptime and safety on heavy-duty and demolition projects. Improved performance and safety The ZX390TC-7 tool-carrier model has been specially adapted to work with larger working tools and can be used for secondary demolition works. The two multi-carrier models – ZX400MC-7 and ZX600MC-7 – are…

As sponsors of the Newcastle Falcons rugby club, Hitachi Construction Machinery UK have teamed up with Synergy Hire to raise funds for the My Name’5 Doddie Foundation. Started by former player for the Falcons, and Motor Neuron Disease sufferer Doddie Weir, who sadly lost his battle with the disease late last year.  The My Name’5…

To meet the growing demand for 40-tonne-class machines in Europe, capable of boosting productivity and efficiency on heavy duty applications and demolition job sites, Hitachi has launched the ZX390TC-7. Based on a Hitachi ZX350LC-7 standard excavator, with Zaxis-7 technology and Stage V-compliant engine, the new tool carrier model has been specially adapted to work with…

In response to the growing need for versatile equipment to work in narrow spaces or restrictive areas, Hitachi Construction Machinery has launched its smallest wheeled excavator, the ZX95W-7. Compact, agile, and with impressive lifting capacity, it is an ideal solution for urban job sites. Like all Hitachi Zaxis-7 wheeled excavators, the newcomer to the range…

Civil engineering contractor M.V. Kelly has purchased its 2,000th excavator from Hitachi Construction Machinery UK (HCMUK). Specialising in housebuilding and groundworks, M.V. Kelly also engages in larger civil engineering excavations and more precise road and sewer projects. Thanks to the versatility of the ZX300-7 medium excavator and the precision provided by Leica GPS machine control,…

To meet the growing demand for 40-tonne-class machines in Europe, capable of boosting productivity and efficiency on heavy duty applications and demolition job sites, Hitachi presents the ZX390TC-7. Based on a Hitachi ZX350LC-7 standard excavator, with Zaxis-7 technology and Stage V-compliant engine, the new tool carrier model has been specially adapted to work with larger…