IN Brief:
- Hillhead 2026 has opened near Buxton with plant, equipment, safety, and digital launches from CEA members.
- Exhibitors include JCB, Bobcat, Komatsu, BOMAG, Manitou, engcon, DIGGER GUARD, Xwatch, PVS Data, and Safety Shield.
- The event brings together construction, quarrying, recycling, finance, and fleet support suppliers until 25 June.
Hillhead 2026 has opened at Hillhead Quarry near Buxton, with Construction Equipment Association members using the three-day event to launch machinery, safety systems, finance products, digital tools, and plant protection equipment.
Companies exhibiting include Caterpillar, Finning, JCB, Bobcat, Komatsu, BOMAG, Manitou, engcon, Hatz, DIGGER GUARD, Xwatch Safety Solutions, PVS Data, Safety Shield, Amber Valley Developments, Ashtree Vision, and Con Mech Engineers. The show runs until 25 June, bringing together manufacturers, suppliers, finance providers, technology companies, and service businesses serving construction, quarrying, and recycling.
Among the equipment and technology updates, JCB is previewing its 480 and 490 wheeled loaders, Bobcat is showing its T650 compact track loader in the UK for the first time, and Komatsu equipment is being displayed with Xwatch safety technology. PVS Data is discussing mixed-fleet telematics with Spillard Safety Systems, while Safety Shield is showcasing site safety technology.
