Brendan Gilligan

Jan 10, 2025 | skiphiremagazine.co.uk | Brendan Gilligan

JCB has cleared significant hurdles in its development of the world’s first hydrogen combustion engine after securing landmark rulings from licensing authorities allowing it to be used commercially in machines, the company announced on 10th January. JCB is the first construction equipment company to develop a fully working combustion engine fuelled by hydrogen and a team of 150 engineers has been working on the exciting £100 million development for over three years.

Jan 3, 2025 | skiphiremagazine.co.uk | Brendan Gilligan

An expert from Biffa has warned business owners about the risks of fines for not complying with UK Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) regulations, which require a take-back system for consumers. Non-compliance could lead to fines of up to £5,000 at Magistrates Court and potentially unlimited fines at Crown Court. This warning follows the UK Government’s announcement of a ban on non-refillable, non-rechargeable vapes effective 1st June, impacting England, Wales, and Scotland.

Nov 29, 2024 | skiphiremagazine.co.uk | Brendan Gilligan

Scott Bros has stepped up to support Zoe’s Place Baby Hospice by donating one of its grab wagons to ensure their gardens are immaculate ahead of this year’s much-anticipated Christmas Lights switch-on. Zoe’s Place, located in Middlesbrough, offers respite, palliative, and end-of-life care to babies and children up to five years old with life-threatening or life-limiting conditions.

Nov 28, 2024 | skiphiremagazine.co.uk | Brendan Gilligan

Catastrophic flash floods in Valencia, Spain, have caused at least 223 deaths. The cause is a phenomenon known as DANA (high-altitude isolated depression). Unlike typical storms, DANA can develop independently of jet streams. In response to the disaster, several Bobcat dealers have actively supported affected communities by sending machinery and personnel to assist with cleaning and debris removal. Some dealers even sent their own machinery and travelled to Valencia to help with recovery efforts.

Oct 28, 2024 | skiphiremagazine.co.uk | Brendan Gilligan

Earlier this month, the ‘Giants of Belting’ launched an updated brand identity, marking a statement of intent and continued commitment to their growth plan. The Northern Ireland-based manufacturer supplies endless conveyor belts and cut rubber and plastic parts to a diverse range of industry sectors globally, including crushing, screening and recycling, and it is set to expand its operations further in the coming months.