Sun shines on European Ploughing Champions
Jo Legg on March 31, 2025
Fifty-four ploughing champions from thirteen different countries took part in the 2025 European Ploughing Championships when England hosted the event, held at Upper Morton, near Retford, Nottinghamshire on 1-2 March. The event was held by kind permission of Joseph Camm Farming Ltd and incorporated both the European Reversible Ploughing Championships and the European Vintage Ploughing Championships. For two days, the sun shone for the ploughmen taking part, as they showed off their skills to interested spectators. The European Reversible title was taken by Dan Donnelly from the Republic of Ireland, who won the title for the third time with 433.5 points. […]
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Ease of refuelling as hydrogen Loadall goes on test
Jo Legg on March 30, 2025
Leading contractor BAM Construction has hailed the simplicity of the refuelling process of JCB’s hydrogen powered Loadall telescopic handler after testing the machine on a major Midlands regeneration project. The company has been trialling the first JCB 540-180H Loadall on the Tea Factory regeneration project in Digbeth, Birmingham. Powered by a hydrogen combustion engine developed by JCB at its plant in Derbyshire, the machine offers a zero-carbon emission driveline, that offers the same power and torque characteristics as the conventional diesel-powered model. Colin Evison, BAM’s Innovation Technical Lead, said: “We’re starting to explore the use of hydrogen as an alternative […]
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Agwood to Merge with Crawfords
Jo Legg on March 29, 2025
Crawfords Group is pleased to announce that as part of a strategic merger, the Agwood brand will cease, and all services and operations will be fully integrated into the Crawfords brand from 31 March 2025. This move will enhance the company’s ability to deliver exceptional service and support to its valued customers. This transition will not affect the staff or locations that customers currently engage with. Customers can rest assured that the same dedicated team members will continue to provide the high level of service and support they have come to expect. The familiar faces, quality of service, and commitment […]
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ADR UK Tyremart LTD acquires The British Rubber Company
Jo Legg on March 28, 2025
ADR UK Tyremart LTD, a prominent subsidiary of ADR GROUP and a global leader in the production of axles and suspension systems for offroad markets, is pleased to announce the acquisition of The British Rubber Company (BRC), a seasoned retail and wholesale distributor of wheels and tyres with an impressive 98-year legacy. A landmark acquisition This acquisition marks a significant milestone in the strategic expansion of ADR UK Tyremart. By integrating BRC’s extensive experience and established market presence with ADR UK’s specialized knowledge and commitment to innovation, the company aims to unlock new opportunities and create unparalleled synergies within the […]
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Trelleborg Tires fuels agricultural expertise for AGCO apprentices
Jo Legg on March 27, 2025
Trelleborg Tires reaffirms its commitment to agricultural education by collaborating with Moreton Morrell College. This initiative provides AGCO apprentices in the UK with essential insights into tyre technology, helping them to develop the knowledge and skills necessary for the evolving agricultural sector. AGCO remains a key strategic partner of Trelleborg Tires in the agricultural, reflecting a shared commitment to innovation in modern farming. By engaging with Trelleborg Tires’ experts, including Russell Ellis, Sales Manager UK, and Jimmy Jones, Technical Manager UK, apprentices participated in an in-depth training session covering everything from tyre selection and soil conservation to tyre inflation systems, […]
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