In today’s show: An exclusive first-look at a first of its kind demolition excavator that has just made landfall in the UK; and a demolition contractor is needed for a project in Stockport. PLUS, if you have any concerns about machine security and protection against equipment vandalism, you won’t want to miss this one. You…Read moreRead more
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The Break Fast Show #31
Opening the CMA files…
DemolitionNews compiles dossier charting continuing collusion investigation. The highly-secretive but potentially far-reaching investigation into alleged collusion within the UK demolition industry is a topic that has had the sector transfixed for more than two years now. Who is involved? Are they guilty? What will the punishment be? How will the fallout impact and shape the…Read moreRead more
The Break Fast Show #29
In today’s not entirely serious show: Miller GroundBreaking lights the way with new glow-in-the-dark bucket; Armac Group narrowly misses out on Good Food Award; and DemolitionNews’ Mark Anthony is set to give up his caretaker role as host of The Break Fast Show. All this and more in this special episode the industry’s only live…Read moreRead more
The Break Fast Show #26
In today’s show: The lifting of lockdown restrictions offers some well-deserved relief for the construction and demolition key workers that have carried the weight of economic expectation on their shoulders this past year; Hitachi and Norplast set to unveil new excavator vandal guards; and Hillhead Digital prepares to open its cyber doors. All this and…Read moreRead more
All hail the new President
William Crooks takes NFDC chains of office Although the National Federation of Demolition Contractors annual general meeting is likely still in progress, Cawarden Demolition’s William Crooks has apparently been sworn in as the new NFDC President. DemolitionNews understands that Newline’s John Lynch secured the backing of the membership to become 2nd vice president; while embattled…Read moreRead more
The Break Fast Show #23
In this show: The UK construction industry racks up a staggering £83 billion in new contract awards since the national lockdown began; and the curious case of an anonymous letter calling for the resignation of the National Federation of Demolition Contractors’ incumbent 2nd vice president. And here’s the link to The Builders’ Conference article discussed…Read moreRead more
Mystery letter calls for resignation of NFDC officer
The curious case of the anonymous letter requesting Gary Bishop’s departure. It s a mystery that would tax the combined brains of Miss Marple, Hercule Poirot and Sherlock Holmes himself. DemolitionNews is in receipt of a copy of a letter addressed to the current 2nd vice president of the National Federation of Demolition Contractors, calling…Read moreRead more
EXCLUSIVE – The man who would be President…
Unless the Earth is struck by an asteroid or the planet falls to the zombie apocalypse (and, frankly, after 2020, nothing would surprise me) Cawarden Demolition’s William Crooks will shortly become president of the National Federation of Demolition Contractors. The presidency will be the culmination of more than 15 years commitment to the Federation cause….Read moreRead more
NFDC underlines mental health commitment
The National Federation of Demolition Contractors has announced the launch of a new Mental Health and Wellbeing Hub as part of its demolition-nfdc.com. website. The Hub acts as a central portal for NFDC’s own Mental Health and Wellbeing resources along with signposting to third-party information. Organised into Resources for Employers and Resources for Individuals, it…Read moreRead more
EXCLUSIVE – Alford expands demolition offering…
Alford Technologies has added another tool to its range of demolition solutions. The Wiltshire-based explosive product company is now the official importer for Royex, a pyrotechnic alternative to blasting explosives with a proven track record in a multitude of applications across Europe. Working in partnership with the Swedish explosive manufacturer Etken Teknologi, Alford Demolition Limited…Read moreRead more
