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Construction and Earthworks PodcastNational Highways, on the road to Net Zero, accelerating change and embracing opportunities, with Malcolm Dare, Executive Director of Commercial, Supply Chain and ProcurementNational Highways is an organisation that has a huge influence on the whole construction sector and is ultimately responsible for keeping the country moving through the management, development and maintenance of the strategic road network. And because of this, it has a major stake in innovations such as Digital Roads that are critical if we're to meet the challenges of climate change, carbon reduction and biodiversity.
In the latest in-depth edition of our Think Tank Series podcast, supported by 3D Machine Control and Surveying specialist Leica Geosystems, Malcolm Dare, National Highways Executive Director of Commercial, Supply Chain...
2023-02-1652 minConstruction and Earthworks PodcastThe future of project delivery with Sean Scarah Plant and Logistics Director for the Asset and Solutions division of Tier 1 contractor, Balfour Beatty.Tier 1 contractor Balfour Beatty is transforming its operations by taking advantage of new equipment and technology. And this is reflected in its recently rebranded Asset and Solutions Division, which is already changing the future delivery of the 500+ project sites it mobilises every year.
To find out what the future looks like, Peter Haddock talks to Sean Scarah, Plant and Logistics Director for Balfour Beatty Asset and Solutions Division, for the latest edition of our Think Tank Series, supported by 3D Machine Control and Surveying specialist Leica Geosystems.
Think Tank is all about how we should...
2023-01-1756 minConstruction and Earthworks PodcastStage V engines are already having a big impact on productivity and carbon emissions, as Dave Stollery, Rental Sector Specialist at Perkins Engines explains in this episode.Stage V engines are different, so how will they change the industry, and how can rental companies, in particular, benefit by investing in equipment powered by them?
Peter Haddock asks all these questions and more to Dave Stollery of Perkins Engines in the latest edition of our Think Tank Series, supported by 3D Machine Control and Surveying specialist Leica Geosystems.
Think Tank is all about how we should think about, in this case, getting the most out of the diesel or HVO fuel in the tank. So this episode is all about productivity, uptime, efficiency...
2022-12-1536 minConstruction and Earthworks PodcastPeter Bell MD of Bell Contracting talks about the industry and his business investments in new equipment, 3D machine control and the AccXel Construction SchoolHow do we solve the skills shortage whilst increasing productivity and reducing CO2 emissions? These are just some of the key topics Peter Haddock discusses with Peter Bell, MD of housebuilding groundworks specialist, Bell Contracting onsite at the new AccXel Construction Training School.
In this latest edition of our Think Tank Series supported by Leica Geosystems, Peter Bell talks about how the family business has created key relationships and partnerships with JCB and 3D machine control and surveying specialist Leica Geosystems to change the way the business operates. It's a process that has delivered significant benefits allowing...
2022-11-2931 minConstruction and Earthworks PodcastMark Crawford, Digital Plant Manager for UK Tier 1 contractor Balfour Beatty, recorded at Hexagon Live in Las VegasFor our Bauma 2022 show special, supported by 3D machine control and surveying specialist, Leica Geosystems, host Peter Haddock talks to Mark Crawford, the Digital Plant Manager for leading UK Tier 1 contractor, Balfour Beatty. This episode was recorded at Hexagon Live in Las Vegas following the launch of new surveying and construction sector technologies.
Mark joined Balfour Beatty in his new role during the pandemic and has been heavily involved in accelerating the digital roadmap for the business.
Mark: "The digitalisation of the mobile plant sector is all about the connectivity of the plant itself, the av...
2022-10-1948 minConstruction and Earthworks PodcastPlantforce - a safety focused digital journey backed by partnerships, people, training and technology - Sam Mercer COO talks to Peter HaddockHow can the plant sector plan for a digital journey whilst focusing on the bigger Net Zero picture by reducing fuel burn and carbon emissions?
These are some of the questions Peter Haddock asked Sam Mercer, COO of leading plant hire specialist Plantforce. In this Think Tank podcast, they talk about how the business has moved forward, forging key industry partnerships whilst taking a transparent approach to working with clients to deliver projects like HS2.
Whether it's working with OEMs like Kobelco to introduce semi-automatic machines with Leica Geosystems 3D machine control, used with an S...
2022-07-1140 min
Construction and Earthworks PodcastMuneer Akhtar of National Highways talks to Peter Haddock about tackling the challenges the sector faces on the road to Net Zero, supported by the Connected and Autonomous Plant GroupWant to know what the future looks like for National Highways?
Then this is the podcast for you as Muneer Akhtar talks to Peter Haddock about the challenges the sector faces and how National Highways is on the road to Net Zero.
Through his work with the Connected Autonomous Plant Group, Muneer talks about technology adoption, innovation, people, skills and much more.
This is a real insight into how National Highways is looking to work with businesses to deliver better outcomes for those using its infrastructure and those building and maintaining it.
It...
2022-04-0419 minConstruction and Earthworks PodcastBritish Steel National Apprentice Week special podcast, supported by the Construction Equipment AssociationFor this special National Apprentice edition of the Content With Media podcast, supported by the Construction Equipment Association, host Peter Haddock talks to two apprentices Jack and Sam at British Steel about their experiences.
Peter also talks to Tony Malone and Andy Clark who are part of the apprentice training and support team, mentoring those working at its Northern Mills. Both Tony and Andy also went through the apprentice scheme and with over 40 years of experience each, it is great to see them giving back to the next generation.
Finally, Peter closes off the podcast...
2022-02-1033 min
Construction and Earthworks PodcastTalking skills, diversity, technology, attracting the next generation and more with Alasdair Reisner, CEO of the Civil Engineering Contractors AssociationIn our final episode of the 'Think Tank' Series for 2021, Peter Haddock talks to Alasdair Reisner, CEO of the Civil Engineering Contractors Association (CECA).
Alasdair talks about the new 'Industrial Skills Plan for the UK Construction Sector 2021 - 2025', launched earlier this year, and available from the Construction Leadership Council's website at this link https://bit.ly/3pX1LA0
Peter and Alasdair also discuss diversity and inclusion as well as a focus on respect in the industry to ensure we can both attract and keep talent.
Alasdair: "Why wouldn't you want to be in...
2021-12-1627 minConstruction and Earthworks PodcastCOP26 climate change summit special episode, with James Cadman, plant sector expert for the Sustainability Supply Chain SchoolTHINK TANK SERIES EPISODE 4: Joining host Peter Haddock for the fourth in our new 'Think Tank Series', sponsored by our friends at Leica Geosystems, the 3D machine control and surveying specialist, is James Cadman, plant sector expert for the Sustainability Supply Chain School.
In this special COP26 (Climate Change Summit) episode, James returns to the podcast to talk to host Peter about all of the challenges the industry faces to play its part in tackling climate change. They discuss what has changed in the industry since the Sustainability Supply Chain School Plant Charter was launched last year. ...
2021-10-2839 min
Construction and Earthworks PodcastCollective - Collaborative - Communications, a 50th podcast special edition, supporting construction and plant sector communicators and marketeersFor our 50th podcast special edition, host Peter Haddock is joined by construction and plant sector communications specialists. They include 'Construction Collective' colleagues and founder members, Mark Anthony and Nick Drew, with special guest, PR & Communications guru, Louise Carney.
They discuss how using the Three C's - Collective - Collaborative - Communications, can support better marketing and communication outcomes for businesses in the sector.
The team talk about the importance of a digital communications strategy and how to work with influencers in a post pandemic world, explaining some of the positive outcomes that have already...
2021-10-1544 min
Construction and Earthworks PodcastAndy Wright CEO of Sunbelt Rentals UK on the 'Future of Rental' including sustainability, carbon emissions, technology, safety and its record-breaking £65m deal with JCBTHINK TANK SERIES EPISODE 3: Joining host Peter Haddock for the third in our new 'Think Tank Series', sponsored by our friends at Leica Geosystems, the 3D machine control and surveying specialist, is Andy Wright CEO of Sunbelt Rentals UK.
In this episode, Peter and Andy talk about the record-breaking deal Sunbelt Rentals UK has signed with JCB. They continue onto the subject of sustainability and how the business is driving change as it works towards transforming the 'Future of Rental'
With over 2200 units set to be delivered by the end of 2021, the JCB deal is...
2021-09-2436 min
Construction and Earthworks PodcastEric Desaulniers, President & CEO of mining specialist Nouveau Monde Graphite on its deal with Caterpillar to provide its first fully electric mine fleet in the WorldTHINK TANK SERIES EPISODE 2: Joining host Peter Haddock for the second in our new 'Think Tank Series', sponsored by our friends at Leica Geosystems, the 3D machine control and surveying specialist, is Eric Desaulniers, President & CEO of graphite mining specialist Nouveau Monde Graphite.
In this episode, Peter and Eric talk about a World first deal that Nouveau Monde Graphite has made with the mining team at Caterpillar to electrify its Graphite mine in Canada. It's an amazing story that will help to transform the mining industry into a greener and more environmentally productive sector. It will start w...
2021-09-2155 min
Construction and Earthworks PodcastLynch Plant Hire, leading industry plant hire specialist, talks sustainability and the future of technology with the launch of its new machine control divisionTHINK TANK SERIES LAUNCH EPISODE: Joining host Peter Haddock for the first in our new 'Think Tank Series', sponsored by our friends at Leica Geosystems, the 3D machine control and surveying specialist, are members of the new Lynch Plant Hire machine control division. They include Paul Keenan, Gez Bonner, Chris Kent and James King.
In this episode, we talk onsite and in the studio to the team about the huge investment that Lynch Plant Hire has made to develop its new division and its impact on reducing carbon emissions whilst increasing productivity and efficiency. Its new division i...
2021-09-1448 min
Construction and Earthworks PodcastClever Cameras can transform our industry - Vinnie Quinn, Director of Construction Camera Specialist, Evercam talks to host Peter Haddock about innovations in camera technologyPODCAST WITH INSIGHT: Joining host Peter Haddock for this latest podcast, sponsored by our friends at used equipment specialist Ritchie Bros UK, is Vinnie Quinn, the Director of Construction Camera Specialist, Evercam.
Vinnie has a vision for how clever cameras can help us integrate and change the industry we work in, keeping people safe whilst increasing productivity and efficiency.
Clever cameras can now do this by integrating feeds using clever software as he explains in this in-depth podcast.
Vinnie: "By capturing and defining what is happening on site from day one, you can lo...
2021-08-1228 min
Construction and Earthworks PodcastErnie Locke, Detective Inspector and police lead for the new Opal ACE national intelligence unit for agricultural and construction equipment theft.PODCAST WITH INSIGHT: Joining host Peter Haddock for this latest podcast, sponsored by our friends at used equipment specialist Ritchie Bros UK, is Ernie Locke, the Detective Inspector leading the new Opal ACE national police intelligent unit for agricultural and construction equipment.
Ernie is an experienced and passionate police officer joined by an equally skilled team that will support the industry to tackle the growth in plant theft. In this in-depth interview, he explains how the ACE team will use a 4P's strategy of prepare, prevent, protect and pursue to disrupt their criminality.
ACE is...
2021-07-2150 min
Construction and Earthworks PodcastLee Gansler, MD of Buckhurst Plant Hire, joins host Peter Haddock to talk about his vision for a more collaborative industry, investments in new plant, technology, people, facilities and the futurePODCAST WITH LEADERSHIP: Joining Peter Haddock for this latest podcast, sponsored by our friends at surveying and 3D machine control specialist, Leica Geosystems, part of Hexagon, is Lee Gansler, MD of Buckhurst Plant Hire.
After joining the business some 20 years ago, Lee has worked his way from the Hire Desk, right through to the role of MD. In this podcast, his enthusiasm for the industry is infectious, as he talks about the collaborative approach Buckhurst Plant Hire takes with customers.
He also explains how the diverse business operates and the millions it's investing in new e...
2021-07-0133 min
Construction and Earthworks PodcastArron Acosta and Ken Gray of Rise Robotics, talk all about an innovative new connected hydraulic solution for the mobile equipment sector that is set to reduce carbon emissions with host Peter HaddockPODCAST WITH INSIGHT: Joining Peter Haddock for this Content With Media podcast, sponsored by our friends at used equipment specialist Ritchie Bros. is Arron Acosta and Ken Gray.
Arron is the CEO and Ken is Vice President of Rise Robotics, which has developed new innovative & connected hydraulic solutions for the construction sector, that is set to dramatically improve performance, reliability and carbon emissions.
The savings are electric as the technology replaces the traditional hydraulic system with an electromechanical, fluid-free alternative that uses 65-90% less power to push or pull loads.
Arron and Ken...
2021-06-2435 min
Construction and Earthworks PodcastMatthew Ayres, Group MD of Bennie Group which includes Barton Plant, joins host Peter Haddock to talk about diversity and inclusion, safety, technology and much more..PODCAST WITH LEADERSHIP: Joining Peter Haddock for this latest podcast, sponsored by our friends at surveying and 3D machine control specialist, Leica Geosystems part of Hexagon, is Matthew Ayres, Group MD of Bennie Group which includes Barton Plant.
As one of the youngest leaders in our industry at just 28, Matthew brings a great deal of passion and enthusiasm to this episode, sharing his insights on a whole range of subjects from diversity and inclusion to safety, technology and how we drive the industry forward.
Matthew also explains how a mistake has led him to be a...
2021-04-1950 min
Construction and Earthworks PodcastWilliam Tebbit, CEO of Green Biofuels Ltd talks all about fuel, Red Diesel, HVO, Green D+ and technology with host Peter HaddockPODCAST WITH INSIGHT: Joining Peter Haddock for this Content With Media podcast, sponsored by our friends at used equipment specialist Ritchie Bros. is William Tebbit
He is the CEO of fuel specialist Green Biofuels Ltd, which has developed a new high-performance Green D+ sustainable HVO derived fuel.
In this in-depth podcast, William talks about the huge impact of the changes to the Red Diesel subsidy and the big impact HVO is set to have in the sector, particularly as Tier 1 contractors like Skanska are now mandating HVO across projects.
With carbon emissions now we...
2021-04-1447 min
Construction and Earthworks Podcast'Auction Science' - the future of used equipment and asset management - Matt Ackley, Chief Marketing Officer of Ritchie Brothers talks to Peter HaddockIn our latest Podcast With Insight series, we go global with Matt Ackley, Chief Marketing Officer of Ritchie Brothers.
Host Peter Haddock talks to Matt about a whole range of subjects, including how data is being used to create a new approach to used equipment called 'Auction Science'.
Want to know when, where and how to sell your equipment or what you will expect to pay for it?
It's all in the future development of sophisticated services that Ritchie Brothers will be rolling out to help buyers and sellers.
Peter and Ma...
2021-03-101h 07
Construction and Earthworks PodcastScott Lidster, training guru and operator champion from down under in Australia talks to host Peter Haddock about skills, attracting people into the industry and the exciting opportunitiesPODCAST WITH INSIGHT: Joining Peter Haddock for this Content With Media podcast, sponsored by our friends at used equipment specialist Ritchie Bros. is Scott Lidster.
He is the owner of Australian Earth Training and one of the World's leading trainers and machine utilisation experts. His knowledge is shared in great depth in this podcast as he is passionate about the plant sector.
Peter and Scott talk about the importance of attracting people into the sector, recognising the critical role of operators on machine productivity, efficiency and ultimately reducing carbon emissions.
Operators are the in...
2021-02-0553 min
Construction and Earthworks PodcastDigbits the UK's 'Formula One' manufacturer of attachments, Director Marcus Clay talks to host Peter Haddock about Brexit, technology, innovation and more..PODCAST WITH INSIGHT: Joining Peter Haddock for this Content With Media podcast, sponsored by our friends at used equipment specialist Ritchie Bros. is Marcus Clay
He is the Director of specialist UK attachment manufacturer Digbits Ltd, which is celebrating its 30th year in business in 2021.
In this in-depth podcast, Marcus talks about the impact of Brexit on the market, how the business has invested in people and technology solutions that are used to make 'Formula One' cars.
Peter and Marcus also talk about how precision design, engineering and the use of the hardest m...
2021-02-0341 min
Construction and Earthworks PodcastStephen Slessor, Director of Tier 1 contractor and President of CICES, talks industry collaboration, the role of surveyors in technology integration, skills development, Connected Worksite & more...PODCAST WITH INSIGHT: Joining Peter Haddock for this Content With Media podcast, sponsored by our friends at used equipment specialist Ritchie Bros. is Stephen Slessor.
He is the President of the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES) and also a Regional Director at leading Tier 1 contractor, Morrison Construction.
In this in-depth podcast, Stephen talks about the work CICES is doing, how the industry is now collaborating more than ever and how technology is bringing the whole sector closer together.
Peter and Stephen talk about the importance of data, what the construction sector...
2021-02-0143 min
Construction and Earthworks PodcastTechnology in 2021 and beyond, expert Hopi of Leica Geosystems parent Hexagon Geosystems, joins host Peter Haddock to discuss where we have come from and the exciting year ahead.PODCAST WITH INSIGHT: Joining Peter Haddock for this Content With Media podcast, sponsored by our friends at used equipment specialist Ritchie Bros. is Holger (HoPi) Pietzsch, a global technology expert working for Hexagon Geosystems, the parent company of Leica Geosystems.
In this in-depth podcast, Hopi makes some exciting predictions for technology adoption in 2021 and the potentially huge impact of big projects like HS2. Peter and Hopi talk about how technology has evolved, what the sector needs to do to support adoption and even the possibility of operators working remotely from home.
This thought-provoking interview is a...
2021-01-2245 min
Construction and Earthworks PodcastRob Oliver, CEO of the Construction Equipment Association talks 2021 'the year ahead', Brexit, HS2, emissions, technology and much more with host Peter HaddockPODCAST WITH INSIGHT: Joining Peter Haddock for this Content With Media podcast, sponsored by our friends at used equipment specialist Ritchie Bros. is Rob Oliver, CEO of the Construction Equipment Association.
In this in-depth podcast, Rob makes some exciting predictions for 2021, he discusses the impact of Brexit, talks HS2, emissions and explains how technology is set to make a huge difference to the industry.
This is a real snapshot of what needs to be considered by the industry moving forward, as we come to terms with Brexit and look to an exciting technology-driven future.
T...
2021-01-1822 min
Construction and Earthworks PodcastJoe Nelson, Contracts Director for Mick George, joins Peter Haddock of Content With Media to talk about how the business is taking a new integrated approach to winning work in the earthworks sectorPODCAST WITH LEADERSHIP: Joining Peter Haddock for this latest podcast, sponsored by our friends at surveying and 3D machine control specialist, Leica Geosystems part of Hexagon, is Joe Nelson, Contracts Director for Mick George.
Joe has been in the earthworks sector for decades. In his role, which involves responsibility for mobile plant and equipment, he helps drive the business forward, transforming it into a big player in the earthworks sector.
In this podcast, Joe takes us through the transformation of Mick George into a major player in the earthworks sector. He explains its integrated approach t...
2021-01-1334 min
Construction and Earthworks PodcastStuart Kirk, Plant Director of The Sirius Group joins Peter Haddock of Content With Media to talk all things earthworks from technology to people and the latest equipment solutions.PODCAST WITH LEADERSHIP: Joining Peter Haddock for this latest podcast, sponsored by our friends at surveying and 3D machine control specialist, Leica Geosystems part of Hexagon, is Stuart Kirk, Plant Director of The Sirius Group. .
Stuart has been in the earthworks sector for decades with close to 14 years spent with The Sirius Group, who provide environmental, remediation and site development support to a range of sectors.
He is a huge advocate of technology and someone who has spent a great deal of time talking to Peter about the industry, sharing his views and expertise on...
2020-12-1441 minConstruction and Earthworks PodcastCelebrating Charlotte Brown and other Women in Construction - turning a negative social media experience into a positive storyCharlotte Brown is the kind of person we need in the construction and plant sector, and we need to support people like her, especially when others abuse them in the industry on social media.
In this podcast, host, Peter Haddock talks to Charlotte about why she enjoys working in the industry and how she is supporting the growth of Liugong Direct by actively promoting the brand on social media. One of those posts that she put together involved the picture accompanying this post as we promote it on social media, which led to some disgusting, abusive, sexist a...
2020-11-2310 min
Construction and Earthworks PodcastNeil Roe, MD of Dunton Environmental talks about the circular economy, safety, training and the environment with host Peter Haddock of Content With MediaPODCAST WITH LEADERSHIP: Joining Peter Haddock for this environmentally focused podcast, sponsored by our friends at surveying and 3D machine control specialist, Leica Geosystems part of Hexagon, is Neil Roe, Managing Director of brownfield remediation specialist Dunton Environmental Ltd.
Neil and his team have been breaking the rules of remediation for years and are now leading the way in bringing contaminated brownfield sites back into use at no cost to councils like Wolverhampton City Council in the West Midlands
In this podcast, Neil and Peter talk about the circular economy, safety, training, the environment and e...
2020-10-2331 minConstruction and Earthworks PodcastSunfest from Sunbelt Rentals, virtually bringing the industry together - Peter Haddock talks to Sunbelt's Dave Harris and the team at Leica GeosystemsVirtual events are having a dramatic impact on the way we can bring people together in these difficult times. For the newly branded Sunbelt Rentals, Sunfest, a month-long virtual event supported by 45 supply chain partners has been a shining light in collaboration and discovery.
For Sunbelt Rentals, Sales and Marketing Director, Dave Harris, its also been an eye-opener as over 5,000 unique visitors have come through the virtual doors to learn about the latest innovations and technologies that Sunbelt is bringing to the rental sector, through its diverse supply chain partners.
One of those key partners is...
2020-09-1736 min
Construction and Earthworks PodcastNiall Fraser, Director of leading earthworks contractor, C A Blackwell joins Peter Haddock of Content With Media to talk all things earthworksPODCAST WITH LEADERSHIP: Joining Peter Haddock for this epic hour-long podcast, sponsored by our friends at surveying and 3D machine control specialist, Leica Geosystems part of Hexagon, is Niall Fraser, Director of leading earthworks contractor C A Blackwell.
With 32 years in the industry, Niall is a fountain of knowledge and he is not afraid to tackle the issues the industry faces head-on. Peter last interviewed Niall about HS2 (High Speed Two) Ltd in 2015 and now he and his team are working on the project, which is great news.
In this podcast, Niall and Peter talk...
2020-09-151h 01
Construction and Earthworks PodcastWhat's the future for alternative fuel use for equipment like the JCB hydrogen and electric excavators? Our host Peter Haddock talks to Alastair Hayward of industry specialist Interact AnalysisThis is the third edition of our podcast series focused on alternative fuels, inspired by the recent launch of the JCB 20 tonne hydrogen prototype.
Host Peter Haddock talks to Alastair Hayfield of industry market trends specialist, Interact Analysis. Sponsored by Ritchie Bros. auctioneers and used equipment specialists, in this edition, Peter and Alastair talk about how alternative fuels will develop and what we will see now and in the future.
They discuss adoption, barriers to entry, projections for alternative fuel equipment use and where the sector is heading. With Interact Analysis constantly monitoring what is ha...
2020-08-1020 min
Construction and Earthworks PodcastHydrogen is already being used as a fuel onsite, find out how and what its prospects are for the future in this podcast with experts from Taylor Construction Plant LtdIn this second podcast in our series on hydrogen, sponsored by Ritchie Bros and inspired by the launch of the new JCB hydrogen prototype, host Peter Haddock talks to experts Simon Meades and Gareth Holden of TCP (Taylor Construction Plant Ltd). It has been supplying hydrogen in cylinder format to sites up and down the country for smaller pieces of plant, like lighting rigs.
Simon and Gareth talk to Peter about how the fuel compares to traditional diesel and how it works practically on site. They also explain some of the additional benefits people are realising, like...
2020-08-0325 minConstruction and Earthworks PodcastJCB's prototype excavator opens up the Hydrogen fuel debate. Peter Haddock talks to Dave Luscombe of the Construction Equipment Association about the topic.With JCB announcing a new 20-tonne 220X excavator prototype, which is powered by a hydrogen fuel cell. Peter Haddock of Content With Media has picked up on the topic of Hydrogen, thanks to sponsor, Ritchie Bros Auctioneers, the used equipment specialist.
In this podcast, Peter talks to Dave Luscombe of the (CEA) Construction Equipment Association about hydrogen as a fuel. They discuss the challenges of delivering hydrogen infrastructure to support new equipment, how emissions are going to be an important part of its uptake and where the industry will go next.
This is the first in...
2020-07-3020 min
Construction and Earthworks PodcastTackling plant theft, emissions, asset management and more, MD, Kevin Howells talks to Peter Haddock about the CESAR Scheme and the expanding services from Datatag who run it.Most people in the industry know the CESAR Scheme which is a marking scheme aimed at tackling plant theft, that was originally formed in the UK with support from the Construction Equipment Association and the police. But with CESAR now a global solution for both theft prevention and emissions, Peter Haddock caught up with MD, Kevin Howells to find out more in this podcast, sponsored with Ritchie Bros auctioneers, the used equipment specialists.
In this podcast, Kevin explains all about how CESAR works, how it has expanded into providing a new industry emissions tagging equipment standard and h...
2020-07-2729 minConstruction and Earthworks PodcastRupert Craven of Ritchie Bros talks plant industry trends, the state of the sector and what timed auction lots are telling us about industry confidence right nowIn the first of a regular insight series with Rupert Craven of Ritchie Bros, Peter Haddock of Content With Media talks to Rupert about how the latest Ritchie Bros UK and European timed online auctions have delivered some surprising results and what this tells us about the state of the industry right now.
Rupert also discusses the emergence of used 3D machine control enabled equipment and how Ritchie Bros is making in-depth data available to buyers and sellers. With used equipment seen as a bellwether to the state of the wider industry, his insights tell us a...
2020-07-2316 min
Construction and Earthworks PodcastWhat is the new 'Sustainability led Plant Charter' all about? - It's time to educate ourselves at the Sustainability Supply Chain School with expert James Cadman from Action SustainabilitySustainability is a big word and has even bigger implications for every one of us as individuals living on this planet of ours. But what is the new 'Sustainability led Plant Charter' all about and how can we deliver more sustainable outcomes for projects, the environment, communities, individuals and the planet?
As host Peter Haddock discovered in this podcast, sponsored by Leica Geosystems, the machine control and surveying equipment specialists, there is a lot to learn about delivering sustainability, but fortunately for all of us, expert James Cadman of Action Sustainability is here to explain more.
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2020-07-0925 min
Construction and Earthworks PodcastRob and Merrill Lynch, brothers and Directors of Lynch Plant Hire talk about being brought up in the business, how they are investing in and innovation and skills driven future and much more..In a first-ever doubleheader edition of the Content With Media ‘Podcast With Leadership’ series, host Peter Haddock talks to Rob and Merrill Lynch, brothers and directors of Lynch Plant Hire, who help to run it with their father, MD and Founder, Liam Lynch.
This edition is sponsored by LiuGong Direct UK, one of the UK's leading construction equipment suppliers with direct sales and service support to its customers. The podcast also supports a similar series of articles in the print edition of Earthmovers Magazine.
Lynch Plant Hire is one of the UK’s leading plant hire c...
2020-06-3031 min
Construction and Earthworks PodcastAndy Wright, CEO of Sunbelt Rentals talks about helping to put together NHS testing centres, rebranding its business, which includes A-Plant in a pandemic and how it's building for the futureAndy Wright is the latest leader to share his thoughts with Peter Haddock, for our Content With Media 'Podcast With Leadership' Series.
This edition is sponsored by LiuGong Direct UK, one of the UK's leading construction equipment suppliers with direct sales and service support to its customers. The podcast also supports a similar series of articles in the print edition of Earthmovers Magazine.
In this edition, Andy talks about how the business has rebranded to Sunbelt Rentals in a pandemic and how it's teams have come together to deliver nationwide NHS testing facilities to support local communities, setting some sites u...
2020-06-1848 minConstruction and Earthworks PodcastAdam from D Morgan talks about delivering the 'Connected Site' with a complete data driven approach to 3D machine control and surveying, through a focus on its people and skills developmentAdam Onyett, Pre Construction Director at earthworks specialist, D Morgan talks to Peter Haddock of Content With Media in this latest podcast. He explains how the business has gone on a 'Connected Site' journey over a number of years, which has seen it adopt and continually invest in technologies from Leica Geosystems, including 3D machine control and the use of it surveying equipment. Over the years it has enhanced its capabilities to integrate engineering solutions that allow it to create the models needed to deliver projects, large and small.
In this podcast, Adam explains how this journey has set the...
2020-06-1618 minConstruction and Earthworks PodcastAnn Bentley of the Construction Leadership Council talks to Peter Haddock about its industry-wide 'Roadmap to Recovery' report, launched to support the whole construction sectorAnn and Peter talk through the themes of the report RESTART - RESET & REINVENT and what we hope will be a positive roadmap for all, support the whole sector to 'get back to work safely' and plan for the future.
Ann also talks about how the Leadership Council has been the voice of the industry with the Government during this difficult period.
In addition, she explains how the council has collaborated with organisations like the Civil Engineering Contractors Association, Build UK International Civil Engineering Association, Construction Plant Hire Association, Association of Consulting and Engineering, Construction Industry Training Board and many...
2020-06-1232 minConstruction and Earthworks PodcastP. Flannery Plant Hire focus on people with online shift - Paul and Sophie talk to Peter about bring talent into the industry, skills develop, mental health, supporting the industry and much more..In this latest edition of our Content with Media 'Connecting the Construction and Plant sector support podcast series' sponsored by used equipment specialist Ritchie Bros. Peter Haddock talks to Paul Skitt, Skills Development Director for P. Flannery Plant Hire and Training Manager, Sophie Francis, about how the business has made a rapid shift to online communications to support the people that are vital for the success of the business.
Paul and Sophie explain how the move online is supporting future recruitment, training and much more. They talk about mental health, the roll-out of video training and even how the business is...
2020-06-0929 min
Construction and Earthworks PodcastJeremy Fish, CEO of Ardent Hire Solutions, talks to Peter Haddock about its award-winning software approach to plant hire, its TV channel, sustainability, carbon offsetting and much more..Jeremy Fish is the latest leader to share his thoughts with Peter Haddock, for our Content With Media 'Podcast With Leadership' Series.
This edition is sponsored by LiuGong Direct UK, one of the UK's leading construction equipment suppliers with direct sales and service support to its customers. The podcast also supports a similar series of articles in the print edition of Earthmovers Magazine.
In this edition, Jeremy talks about how Ardent Hire Solutions has become a digital leader in the market with its multi award-winning approach to delivering digital led hire solution to its full...
2020-06-0827 min
Construction and Earthworks PodcastSam Mercer of Plantforce Rentals talks to Peter Haddock about Hinkley C, it's equipment & technology investment, 'Dynamic' training and much more...Sam Mercer is the Operations Director of leading plant hire specialist, Plantforce Rentals. He is the latest leader to share his thoughts with Peter Haddock, for our Content With Media 'Podcast With Leadership' Series.
This edition and those remaining in the series are sponsored by LiuGong Direct UK. It's one of the UK's leading construction equipment suppliers with direct sales and service support to its customers. The podcast also supports a similar series of articles in the print edition of Earthmovers Magazine.
In this edition, Sam talks about how Plantforce has become a leader in 3...
2020-06-0127 min
Construction and Earthworks PodcastHuw Richards, Group MD of Walters Group talks to Peter Haddock about skills, HS2, technology and the future of the earthworks sectorHuw Richards has been the Group Managing Director of the Walters Group for over 27 years, having started his earthworks career when he was just 18. With a vast amount of experience, he is the latest leader to share his thoughts with Peter Haddock for our Content With Media 'Podcast With Leadership' Series. This edition and those remaining in the series are sponsored by LiuGong Direct UK. It's one of the UK's leading construction equipment suppliers with direct sales and service support to its customers. They also support a similar series of articles in the print edition of Earthmovers Magazine.
2020-05-2626 min
Construction and Earthworks PodcastChris Matthew of Flannery Plant Hire features in the new 'Podcast with Leadership' series launched alongside Earthmovers Magazine interviewsStrategic manager for Flannery Plant Hire, Chris Matthew features in the first of a new 'Podcast with Leadership' series, where Peter Haddock talks to industry leaders about a whole range of topics from skills to technology, fuel to the environment, HS2 to Highways and what the industry needs to do to move forward. The series launches as an extension to Earthmovers Magazine interviews which have been featuring in the print publication with the same leaders.
In this edition, Chris talks to Peter about how Flannery is working across the industry and supporting Tier 1 contractors to deliver better o...
2020-05-1840 minConstruction and Earthworks PodcastRupert Craven from Ritchie Bros. auctioneers talks about supporting The Lighthouse Club construction charity, tackling thieves, advancing payments and more, in this podcast with Peter HaddockHear how Ritchie Bros. is supporting the industry in many different ways at this difficult time. They are raising awareness of the Lighthouse Club construction charity, sharing its helpline number 0345 605 1956 and its website for donations www.lighthouseclub.org advancing payments to sellers, tackling the thieves so buyers don't get caught out and of course, sponsoring this "Supporting the Construction and Plant sector" Podcast series.
In this Podcast Peter Haddock of Content With Media talks to Rupert Craven, Sales Director of Ritchie Bros. about all of these subjects and much more. The series so far has raised the bar to tackle pla...
2020-05-1411 minConstruction and Earthworks PodcastOur Construction Industry Charity Needs our support - Lighthouse Club CEO, Bill Hill talks to Peter Haddock about its helpline and campaign to raise £1mThe Lighthouse Club is the Construction industry charity and in the words of its CEO, Bill Hill, they need a Captain (Colonel) Tom moment, to raise £1m to support the work the charity does. In this podcast, Bill talks about the charity, how it works, what it is doing and much more, but what sticks with us is the very sad loss of life that the charity could have potentially stopped.
With a 55% increase in calls to its 24/7 Construction Industry helpline, a huge issue with funding with the loss of £250,000 alone from its potentially suspended Christmas event, Bill and his tea...
2020-05-0715 minConstruction and Earthworks PodcastFighting back against the plant theft lockdown boom, with security expert Ian Elliott of utility and construction specialist Clancy DocwraIn this latest edition of the Content With Media "Supporting the Construction and Plant Sectors" #podcast series, hosted by Peter Haddock and sponsored by Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers, Peter talks to Ian Elliott, UK Group Head of Security for utility services and construction specialist, Clancey Docwra.
He explains how his team is tackling plant theft by making equipment 'As unattractive as possible'.
Hear about the issues Clancy continue to face with theft. And how they are using a combination of the Datatag ID Ltd CESAR Scheme, immobilisers, telemetry tracking, advanced operator identity cards and some paint, to create a layered approach to...
2020-05-0518 minConstruction and Earthworks PodcastBlogger and influencer, Nick Drew aka (Digger Man Blogger) joins Peter Haddock to talk Conexpo innovations, skills and much moreIn this latest Ritchie Bros auctioneer sponsored 'Supporting the Construction and Plant sectors' series, Peter Haddock of Content With Media talks to Nick Drew aka Earthmovers Magazine Digger Man Blogger. They discuss the latest launches at Conexpo 2020, skills, diversity, inclusion and much more. .
You can find out all about Nick Drew and his blog and how to join him on social media at www.earthmoversmagazine.co.uk/digger-man
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2020-05-0118 minConstruction and Earthworks PodcastTackling Plant Theft - Police Liaison specialist Nick Mayell of CESAR Scheme operator Datatag talks about how to prevent theft and much more...In the latest edition of the brand new Content With Media "Connecting the Construction and Plant sector support series", sponsored by used equipment specialist Ritchie Bros auctioneers, Peter Haddock follows up on the increase in plant theft during the lockdown.
This is an issue that was brought to our attention in another recent podcast with Rob Oliver the CEO of the Construction Equipment Association. To find out how to support the industry in tackling this rise in equipment theft, Peter Haddock contacted Datatag, the organisation that runs the CESAR equipment registration scheme.
Peter managed to get in touch with one of i...
2020-04-2822 minConstruction and Earthworks PodcastAlasdair Reisner, CEO of the Civil Engineering Contractors Association (CECA), on support tools for the industryIn the next edition of the Content with Media 'Connecting the Construction and Plant sector support podcast series' sponsored by used equipment specialist Ritchie Bros. Peter Haddock talks to Alasdair Reisner, CEO of the Civil Engineering Contractors Association (CECA)
In this edition, Alasdair explains how CECA has joined together with other construction industry associations to react at breakneck speed to support the industry. Delivering key materials like site operation procedures in a matter of days.
This and lots of other materials are available for free right now through the Construction Leadership Council Website www.constructionleadershipcouncil.co.uk
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2020-04-2418 minConstruction and Earthworks PodcastAndy Street, The Mayor of the West Midlands on how the West Midlands Combined Authority is supporting the Construction and Plant Sector in lockdown and beyondIn this first launch edition of a brand new Content With Media "Connecting the Construction and Plant sector support series", sponsored by used equipment specialist Ritchie Bros auctioneers, Peter Haddock talks to our special guest, Andy Street, the Mayor of the West Midlands.
Andy, talks about how the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) is supporting the Construction and Plant sectors in the lockdown period and beyond, explaining how it is investing in collaborative partnerships to deliver the skills needed to support the sector. He also explains how WMCA has worked with its partners to rapidly accelerate online training provision in th...
2020-04-2312 minConstruction and Earthworks PodcastRob Oliver, CEO of the Construction Equipment Association talks about fuel, the rise in plant theft and technology in this in-depth podcastIn this latest edition of #CWMRespect Podcast series, Rob Oliver talks to Peter Haddock of Content With Media.
Rob is passionate about the industry and its people and is also spearheading the fight against rising plant theft during the lockdown, lobbying on red diesel, supporting the introduction of technology and much more in his role as the CEO of the Construction Equipment Association.
Hear what he has to say about the issues that matter in this podcast and why not get involved in the debate on our social media channels (Content With Media on Facebook and Twitter or get in to...
2020-04-2231 minConstruction and Earthworks PodcastGetting into 3D machine control doesn't have to cost the earthIn this edition of the #CWMRespect Podcast series, Peter Haddock of Content With Media talks about the most cost-effective way to embrace 3D machine control, making sure you are able to get on Highways England jobs and win HS2 work in the future, now that the technology is mandated. Peter's first stop is to talk to Leica Geosystems product specialist, Steve Claybrook, who has also used its products as a surveyor/engineer in a previous role. In this part of the interview, Peter demystifies the technology, whilst exploring how it can be retrofitted to older machines.
With retrofitting and the tec...
2020-03-2430 minConstruction and Earthworks PodcastHow can we attract more people into the Construction & Plant sectors?In this special edition of the #CWMRespect Podcast, Peter Haddock of Content With Media talks about skills with the Mayor of the West Midlands Andy Street, Balfour Beatty plc apprentice Jack, McAuliffe Group's Francesca & Lewis, and Eiffage Kier's Amrit and Kyle.
All of these individuals are inspirational and passionate about bringing people into the #Construction industry. So take a listen to what they have to say and hear Peter's views on how we need to invest in technology and training for 3D machine control, in particular, to help deliver major projects like HS2.
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2020-02-2118 minConstruction and Earthworks Podcast3D machine control and surveying adoption - the journey of earthworks specialist D MorganDan Wilkinson, engineering manager from earthworks specialist, D Morgan explains how the business has gone on a journey with the adoption of 3D machine control and the use of surveying technology, to create the models needed to deliver projects, large and small.
In this podcast, Dan also explains the challenges, the impact of 3D machine control and the next steps the 70 year old business is taking in the development of its technology driven approach.
Many thanks to www.Leica-Geosystems.com for sponsoring this #CWMRespect podcast series.
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2020-02-1020 minConstruction and Earthworks Podcast'Raising the Bar' - Highways England mandate brings 3D Machine Control and technology adoption to siteIn our latest #CWMRespect Podcast, we talk about how the Highways England ‘Raising the Bar’ document, which is now mandating 3D Machine Control on all its projects, is opening the floodgates for new earthworks technologies onsite. This, in turn, will help businesses to improve safety and productivity, whilst creating a more sustainable and profitable earthworks sector.
To find out more, Peter Haddock from Content With Media, talked to our friend and respected industry leader, Mark Lawton of Skanska. He is a passionate advocate for technology use onsite, driving change on the A14 project and sharing this knowledge throughout the industry.
We t...
2020-02-0318 minConstruction and Earthworks PodcastClaire Trott, MD of Plantforce Rentals talks to Peter Haddock about her views on the industry and its UK first 3D machine control training collaboration at Weston CollegePeter Haddock from Content With Media introduces our first in a series of respect podcasts (#CWMRespect), which is focused on sharing insights from people in the construction and the mobile plant & equipment sectors that he respects.
This episode features an interview with Claire Trott the MD of Plantforce, who talks about its industry-first collaboration with Weston College to deliver the UK's most advanced operator training.
Learn how Plantforce has collaborated with the college and 3D machine control specialists Leica Geosystems and Sitech Trimble to introduce both simulator training and practical in-cab training on the latest equipment provided by Plantforce.
This po...
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