Official statement from Viki Bell on behalf of the CEA (Construction Equipment Association) regarding Donald Trump’s election as the 47th President of the United States As we woke this morning (for those who did not stay up all night) to the news of a Trump victory in the US election, …

The Construction Equipment Association (CEA), together with key industry stakeholders like the Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) and leading insurance companies such as NFU Mutual, has committed a substantial investment, totalling £650,000 over the next three years, to the UK’s fight against machinery theft. This significant funding is dedicated to advancing …

Warsaw, Poland, is hosting the 2nd international exhibition and conference, ReBuild Ukraine, on 14-15 November, marking a pivotal moment in the efforts to reconstruct the war-torn nation of Ukraine. This crucial event, powered by Energy, draws a significant spotlight on infrastructure, industry, energy, and housing – key areas in the …

“This mini-budget was an opportunity for Rishi Sunak to take significant action to help businesses to minimise the impact of rising inflation, which is at a 30-year high and continues to rise. This Spring Fiscal Statement comes at a critical time for manufacturing in the UK – and as expected …

As world leaders gather for the crucial climate summit – COP26,the CEA is committed to supporting its members on the journey to achieving net zero in the UK by 2050. Many of our member companies have already started their own roadmaps for reducing carbon emissions, however, it will be a …

An Opportunity Missed. Following Rishi Sunak’s Budget and Spending Review Announcements yesterday, Suneeta Johal CEO, CEA (Construction Equipment Association) comments: “The Chancellor’s pledge to invest in our economic infrastructure, innovation and skills were welcomed by the CEA…… but there were many missed opportunities to help the manufacturing sector. The government …

The UK Government has published its Net Zero Strategy, outlining the country’s plan for lowering carbon emissions and meeting the climate targets set out in the Paris Agreement. Said to build on the Prime Minister’s Ten Point Plan for a Green Industrial Revolution – which was published in November of …

Earlier this year the CEA launched its CESAR Champion initiative to recognise the efforts of any police officer who uses the CESAR technology to identify a stolen piece of machinery. In an effort to encourage more officers to engage with the CESAR Security Scheme, the award is now being given …

On 10 th July the European Parliament backed an amendment to the Stage V regulation (EU) 2016/1628 by 653 votes to 17. The revised regulation will be published in the Official Journal of the European Union and will take effect retroactively from 1 st July 2020. It will be adopted …

Last week the CEA (Construction Equipment Association) conducted a “snapshot survey” of its members to establish how the current crisis is impacting on members’ activities. The survey asked about production and employment during the current COVID-19 pandemic. The results of the survey revealed that 10% of respondents reported that their …