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Stolen machinery flogged abroad
Tipper Trucks and other machinery used on building sites that have been stolen in Ireland are being sold to companies in the Middle East, it has been revealed.

Digger driver dies
A Digger driver that had been in hospital for the last two weeks following an accident at a waste management site passed away at the weekend.

UK firm buy tool hire business
Waterford Hire Services, an independent tool and equipment hire business has been sold to British-based company Speedy Hire for €6.5 million.

Dempsey handed transport role
Following the announcement of the new government on Thursday, Taoiseach Bertie Ahern has appointed experienced TD Noel Dempsey the position of Minister for Transport and Marine.

Toyota launches Tonero range of forklifts
Toyota has launched the Tonero range of engine-powered counterbalanced forklifts designed specifically for the European market.

Forklift accident results in man's death
An accident in Co Wexford on Saturday (April 22nd) resulted in the death of a man after he was crushed by a forklift at his workplace.

Cherry picker causes traffic chaos
For the second day running, there was major traffic disruption in Dublin as an overturned cherry picker on one of the busiest routes into the city caused major delays.

Forklift travelled on M1 before robbery
The JCB style forklift used by thieves who raided a securicor van and got away with E500,000 in cash was seen travelling on the M1 motorway hours before the raid.

Security van hijacked by JCB
A JCB was used by raiders who stole E500,000 from a security van on Tuesday afternoon March 28th after the thieves smashed the front windscreen of the vehicle.

Plant Hire companies benefit from local authority
It has been revealed that Kerry County Council paid out substantial amounts of funding to a number of plant hire companies in the county last year.

CAT pounces on Eurenov
CATERPILLAR has bought French-based remanufacturer Eurenov, which the company says will broaden its exposure to the European automotive and industrial engine and transmission remanufacturing market.

 

 

      
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  Features

The professionals
The main objective of any plant/machinery hire company (apart from operating at a profit, of course) is to provide a professional service upon which customers can depend.

A reliable service
The plant hire business relies on heavy machinery to perform its every day duties and Lynch Bros, North West Plant Hire have a massive fleet to cater for its customers needs.

A decade of progression
Within ten short years, Shane Tully Plant Hire & Groundworks has certainly come a long way. The company offers a varied service, providing the construction industry with a wide range of stone products from its quarry in Ballina as well as ancillary plant hire and construction services.

The container specialists

Is your company looking for a less expensive alternative to Dublin Port to store your goods? If so, Midlands Container Depot in Portlaoise is just the place for you. Company founder Martin Kealey explains more.

McKinstry: a byword for excellence
McKinstry Skip Hire Ltd. is a family-run concern that was established in 1970 by Albert ÔTinyÕ McKinstry. The founder is still very much involved in the day-to-day running of the business, though his sons Darren and Mark manage proceedings at the companyÕs Nutts Corner HQ.

The right mix
Mid Cork Mixers is a thriving family-run business specialising in the manufacture of truck-mounted and trailer-mounted concrete mixers. The Crookstown-based company has grown significantly since its formation six years ago as managing director Jim O’Sullivan explains.

Comiskey Plant Hire takes control
Established in 2001, Comiskey Plant Hire Ltd has given reliable service to the Leitrim and Sligo areas throughout that time. Managing Director Damian Comiskey spoke to Cian O Raghallaigh.

Low Loader services makes it mark
Low Loader Services Ltd is a family-run business specialising in general plant haulage and plant hire to the industry. Here, managing director Jim Fleming gives us the lowdown on what the busy Dublin-based company is all about.

Crane company has cutting edge
Kavanagh Crane Hire Ltd has provided a reliable service to its many customers since its foundation. Paul Kavanagh spoke to Irish Trucker about latest developments at the company.

Siblings blending well in managing mixers
Danielle and Caol McIvor were presented with a daunting task when their parents decided to take a backseat in the family mixing business, Eurotruckmixers Ltd., but they have risen to the responsibility of being in charge.

Fannings continue high standard
The Fanning Group has been established since 1984 and during the intervening years has grown into a successful and thriving business that includes three businesses under the one umbrella. General manager Sean Keane spoke to Irish Trucker about the rise of the company over the last 21 years.

For all your plant and machinery needs
MJ Toland Enterprises Ltd is your one-stop shop for all your plant and machinery needs. Here, parts manager Mark Toland provides us with the lowdown on what the thriving Derry-based concern has to offer.

A moving experience
Every day sees the emergence of new companies in all types of business. However, those who specialise in Plant Hire know that the secret of their success is a long established commitment to their clients. Hinch Plant Hire is one such company and Irish Trucker caught up with director Trevor Hinch, who explained how the Laois based firm have stood the test of time.

Breffni Plant Hire raises the bar
An all encompassing list of modern plant and machinery, competitive pricing, unrivalled levels of customer service and an ability to move with the times have been the cornerstones of Breffni Plant Hire Ltd’s success for more than three decades.

McManus Plant Hire 20 years going and growing
The eponymously named Gerry McManus Plant Hire Ltd, based in Derrylin, Co. Fermanagh is celebrating 20 years in business this year. Gerry took time out from his busy schedule to give Irish Trucker an overview of the company's operations.

P.F. Dixon Plant Hire sets the standard
P.F. Dixon Plant Hire Ltd is highly respected in the world of haulage, site clearance, excavation and demolition. Administration manager Joan Quinlan gave Irish Trucker an overview of the company's operations.

Transairvac's latest discharge package
Transairvac International Ltd, specialises in the supply of equipment and systems for the discharge of product from cement, powder, liquid - unique contactless machine-animal feed and vacuum tankers.

For Auction
Brennan Auctions specialises in heavy plant and equipment hire and sales, as well as running regular plant auctions throughout the year. Managing director Matt Brennan gave Irish Trucker the guided tour.

 

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