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Viki Bell, Chief Executive of the Construction Equipment Association (CEA), said: “While today’s Budget maintains investment in some key areas, it offers little direct reassurance for the construction equipment industry. The sector was barely referenced in the Chancellor’s speech, despite its central role in supporting growth, infrastructure delivery and UK …

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has warned that “necessary choices” will have to be made in the forthcoming Autumn Budget — a statement that has prompted concern across the construction equipment sector about the potential impact of tax increases on growth and investment. Any rise in personal or business taxation risks slowing …

The Committee for European Construction Equipment, CECE announced the launch of the new online platform www.compliantconstructionmachinery.eu that will function as a valuable resource for customers, users, custom officials and market surveillance authorities. “Effective market surveillance is fundamental to ensuring fairness, safety and innovation in our industry,” said Riccardo Viaggi, CECE …

The CEA (Construction Equipment Association) has announced the appointment of Phil Battle, Divisional Director Volvo CE – Product & Services at SMT GB, to its Board. Phil was unanimously elected by the Board, strengthening dealer and distributor representation within the Association. Phil will take on the portfolio of ESG and …

In an unexpected decision, the US administration expanded the scope of existing Section 232 tariffs on steel and aluminium to cover 400 additional customs codes, including construction and mining equipment. The tariff for these machines will apply 50% to the value of their steel content, plus a 15% baseline tariff …

CEA statement on new US tariffs affecting UK construction machinery exports from Viki Bell, CEO, CEA (Construction Equipment Association) From 18 August, new US tariffs under Section 232 mean finished construction machinery and key parts exported from the UK now fall within scope of duties on steel and aluminium. UK-origin …

Wednesday, 24th June: The CEA (Construction Equipment Association) has today published its June 2025 economic update—a summary designed to help construction equipment manufacturers understand how current economic trends, government policy, and energy pricing are likely to impact their business over the coming months. The CEA summary also captures key elements …

Brussels, 3 June 2025 – Construction and agriculture are vital to Europe’s economy and society, relying heavily on specialized machinery to build infrastructure and produce food. Decarbonising these sectors is crucial to achieving climate goals – but requires a practical, technology-neutral policy approach. Unlike the automotive sector, construction and agricultural machinery operate …

The CEA (Construction Equipment Association) has partnered with the Strategic Development Network (SDN) to help its members navigate the changing education and skills landscape in England. This collaboration is a direct response to conversations with CEA members. It aims to address one of the sector’s most pressing challenges: the growing …

Last Friday (9th May) marked the end of an important chapter at the CEA, as Joanna Oliver MBE completed her final day with the Association after 30 years of service. Joanna has played a central role in the CEA’s activities over the last three decades – shaping the export programme, …