Best Division of Plant Industry Podcasts (2025)

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National Highways, on the road to Net Zero, accelerating change and embracing opportunities, with Malcolm Dare, Executive Director of Commercial, Supply Chain and Procurement 52:29

2y ago52:29

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National Highways is an organisation that has a huge influence on the whole construction sector and is ultimately responsible for keeping the country moving through the management, development and maintenance of the strategic road network. And because of this, it has a major stake in innovations such as Digital Roads that are critical if we're to m…

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The future of project delivery with Sean Scarah Plant and Logistics Director for the Asset and Solutions division of Tier 1 contractor, Balfour Beatty. 56:26

2y ago56:26

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Tier 1 contractor Balfour Beatty is transforming its operations by taking advantage of new equipment and technology. And this is reflected in its recently rebranded Asset and Solutions Division, which is already changing the future delivery of the 500+ project sites it mobilises every year. To find out what the future looks like, Peter Haddock talk…

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Giant African Land Snails | Interview with Dr. Greg Hodges 9:44

2y ago9:44

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On today's episode of Plant Industry news we discuss the giant African land snail eradication program. In an interview with Dr. Greg Hodges we answer your questions about the snails, the program and what it all means. Thanks for joining! --- Show Links: Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Division of Plant Industry Don't Pack a …

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Stage V engines are already having a big impact on productivity and carbon emissions, as Dave Stollery, Rental Sector Specialist at Perkins Engines explains in this episode. 36:43

2y ago36:43

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Stage V engines are different, so how will they change the industry, and how can rental companies, in particular, benefit by investing in equipment powered by them? Peter Haddock asks all these questions and more to Dave Stollery of Perkins Engines in the latest edition of our Think Tank Series, supported by 3D Machine Control and Surveying special…

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Peter Bell MD of Bell Contracting talks about the industry and his business investments in new equipment, 3D machine control and the AccXel Construction School 31:16

2y ago31:16

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How do we solve the skills shortage whilst increasing productivity and reducing CO2 emissions? These are just some of the key topics Peter Haddock discusses with Peter Bell, MD of housebuilding groundworks specialist, Bell Contracting onsite at the new AccXel Construction Training School. In this latest edition of our Think Tank Series supported by…

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Mark Crawford, Digital Plant Manager for UK Tier 1 contractor Balfour Beatty, recorded at Hexagon Live in Las Vegas 48:05

2+ y ago48:05

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For our Bauma 2022 show special, supported by 3D machine control and surveying specialist, Leica Geosystems, host Peter Haddock talks to Mark Crawford, the Digital Plant Manager for leading UK Tier 1 contractor, Balfour Beatty. This episode was recorded at Hexagon Live in Las Vegas following the launch of new surveying and construction sector techn…

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Plantforce - a safety focused digital journey backed by partnerships, people, training and technology - Sam Mercer COO talks to Peter Haddock 40:02

2+ y ago40:02

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How can the plant sector plan for a digital journey whilst focusing on the bigger Net Zero picture by reducing fuel burn and carbon emissions? These are some of the questions Peter Haddock asked Sam Mercer, COO of leading plant hire specialist Plantforce. In this Think Tank podcast, they talk about how the business has moved forward, forging key in…

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Exotic Fruit Flies in Florida | Interview With Gary Steck 24:34

2+ y ago24:34

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This week we focus on another pest in Florida: exotic fruit flies. Dr. Gary Steck speaks with us on his experience with these pests and some things we should know about them. We discuss detection and how DPI handles the detection of these invasive insects. Thank you for tuning in to Plant Industry News! --- Show Links: Exotic Fruit Fly Pests Plant …

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Air Potato Vines and Beetles | Interview With Dr. Emily Kraus 17:39

3y ago17:39

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Tune in to Plant Industry News today as Dr. Emily Kraus joins us again to discuss air potato vines and beetles. We talk about what each of these things are, as well as other control methods for the vines. Dr. Kraus shares information about the seasonality of beetles and vines for homeowners to properly control this pest. As always, thanks for tunin…

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The Invasive Brazilian Peppertree | Interview With Sedonia Steininger 17:41

3y ago17:41

17:41

Welcome or welcome back to Plant Industry News. This week we speak with Dr. Sedonia Steininger on the topic of Brazilian peppertrees and give an update on the program since we last had her as a guest in 2019. We discuss control methods, as well as a brief history on the invasive plant. Dr. Steininger shares ways landowners can contribute to the con…

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What is Biological Control? | Interview With Dr. Emily Kraus 15:47

3y ago15:47

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In this episode we talk with Dr. Emily Kraus about biological control. We go over what biological control is and how it is used in the state of Florida. Dr. Kraus tells our listeners about some of the current biological programs Florida is using, as well as what other methods go along with biological control. Thank you for tuning in to Plant Indust…

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Defining Eradication and Other Related Terms 7:04

3y ago7:04

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We kick off this new season after a long hiatus today as we present a crash course on some terms you may hear during the upcoming season. We discuss abbreviations listeners may not recognize and define terms related to pests in Florida. Additionally, we give a warm welcome back for previous listeners and a greeting to new ones. Thanks for tuning in…

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Muneer Akhtar of National Highways talks to Peter Haddock about tackling the challenges the sector faces on the road to Net Zero, supported by the Connected and Autonomous Plant Group 19:24

3y ago19:24

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Want to know what the future looks like for National Highways? Then this is the podcast for you as Muneer Akhtar talks to Peter Haddock about the challenges the sector faces and how National Highways is on the road to Net Zero. Through his work with the Connected Autonomous Plant Group, Muneer talks about technology adoption, innovation, people, sk…

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British Steel National Apprentice Week special podcast, supported by the Construction Equipment Association 33:41

3y ago33:41

33:41

For this special National Apprentice edition of the Content With Media podcast, supported by the Construction Equipment Association, host Peter Haddock talks to two apprentices Jack and Sam at British Steel about their experiences. Peter also talks to Tony Malone and Andy Clark who are part of the apprentice training and support team, mentoring tho…

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Talking skills, diversity, technology, attracting the next generation and more with Alasdair Reisner, CEO of the Civil Engineering Contractors Association 27:33

3y ago27:33

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In our final episode of the 'Think Tank' Series for 2021, Peter Haddock talks to Alasdair Reisner, CEO of the Civil Engineering Contractors Association (CECA). Alasdair talks about the new 'Industrial Skills Plan for the UK Construction Sector 2021 - 2025', launched earlier this year, and available from the Construction Leadership Council's website…

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COP26 climate change summit special episode, with James Cadman, plant sector expert for the Sustainability Supply Chain School 39:15

3+ y ago39:15

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THINK TANK SERIES EPISODE 4: Joining host Peter Haddock for the fourth in our new 'Think Tank Series', sponsored by our friends at Leica Geosystems, the 3D machine control and surveying specialist, is James Cadman, plant sector expert for the Sustainability Supply Chain School. In this special COP26 (Climate Change Summit) episode, James returns to…

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Collective - Collaborative - Communications, a 50th podcast special edition, supporting construction and plant sector communicators and marketeers 44:17

3+ y ago44:17

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For our 50th podcast special edition, host Peter Haddock is joined by construction and plant sector communications specialists. They include 'Construction Collective' colleagues and founder members, Mark Anthony and Nick Drew, with special guest, PR & Communications guru, Louise Carney. They discuss how using the Three C's - Collective - Collaborat…

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Andy Wright CEO of Sunbelt Rentals UK on the 'Future of Rental' including sustainability, carbon emissions, technology, safety and its record-breaking £65m deal with JCB 36:12

3+ y ago36:12

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THINK TANK SERIES EPISODE 3: Joining host Peter Haddock for the third in our new 'Think Tank Series', sponsored by our friends at Leica Geosystems, the 3D machine control and surveying specialist, is Andy Wright CEO of Sunbelt Rentals UK. In this episode, Peter and Andy talk about the record-breaking deal Sunbelt Rentals UK has signed with JCB. The…

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Eric Desaulniers, President & CEO of mining specialist Nouveau Monde Graphite on its deal with Caterpillar to provide its first fully electric mine fleet in the World 55:49

3+ y ago55:49

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THINK TANK SERIES EPISODE 2: Joining host Peter Haddock for the second in our new 'Think Tank Series', sponsored by our friends at Leica Geosystems, the 3D machine control and surveying specialist, is Eric Desaulniers, President & CEO of graphite mining specialist Nouveau Monde Graphite. In this episode, Peter and Eric talk about a World first deal…

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Lynch Plant Hire, leading industry plant hire specialist, talks sustainability and the future of technology with the launch of its new machine control division 48:07

3+ y ago48:07

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THINK TANK SERIES LAUNCH EPISODE: Joining host Peter Haddock for the first in our new 'Think Tank Series', sponsored by our friends at Leica Geosystems, the 3D machine control and surveying specialist, are members of the new Lynch Plant Hire machine control division. They include Paul Keenan, Gez Bonner, Chris Kent and James King. In this episode, …

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Clever Cameras can transform our industry - Vinnie Quinn, Director of Construction Camera Specialist, Evercam talks to host Peter Haddock about innovations in camera technology 28:22

3+ y ago28:22

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PODCAST WITH INSIGHT: Joining host Peter Haddock for this latest podcast, sponsored by our friends at used equipment specialist Ritchie Bros UK, is Vinnie Quinn, the Director of Construction Camera Specialist, Evercam. Vinnie has a vision for how clever cameras can help us integrate and change the industry we work in, keeping people safe whilst inc…

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Ernie Locke, Detective Inspector and police lead for the new Opal ACE national intelligence unit for agricultural and construction equipment theft. 50:51

3+ y ago50:51

50:51

PODCAST WITH INSIGHT: Joining host Peter Haddock for this latest podcast, sponsored by our friends at used equipment specialist Ritchie Bros UK, is Ernie Locke, the Detective Inspector leading the new Opal ACE national police intelligent unit for agricultural and construction equipment. Ernie is an experienced and passionate police officer joined b…

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Lee Gansler, MD of Buckhurst Plant Hire, joins host Peter Haddock to talk about his vision for a more collaborative industry, investments in new plant, technology, people, facilities and the future 33:24

3+ y ago33:24

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PODCAST WITH LEADERSHIP: Joining Peter Haddock for this latest podcast, sponsored by our friends at surveying and 3D machine control specialist, Leica Geosystems, part of Hexagon, is Lee Gansler, MD of Buckhurst Plant Hire. After joining the business some 20 years ago, Lee has worked his way from the Hire Desk, right through to the role of MD. In t…

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Arron Acosta and Ken Gray of Rise Robotics, talk all about an innovative new connected hydraulic solution for the mobile equipment sector that is set to reduce carbon emissions with host Peter Haddock 35:14

3+ y ago35:14

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PODCAST WITH INSIGHT: Joining Peter Haddock for this Content With Media podcast, sponsored by our friends at used equipment specialist Ritchie Bros. is Arron Acosta and Ken Gray. Arron is the CEO and Ken is Vice President of Rise Robotics, which has developed new innovative & connected hydraulic solutions for the construction sector, that is set to…

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Matthew Ayres, Group MD of Bennie Group which includes Barton Plant, joins host Peter Haddock to talk about diversity and inclusion, safety, technology and much more.. 50:35

4y ago50:35

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PODCAST WITH LEADERSHIP: Joining Peter Haddock for this latest podcast, sponsored by our friends at surveying and 3D machine control specialist, Leica Geosystems part of Hexagon, is Matthew Ayres, Group MD of Bennie Group which includes Barton Plant. As one of the youngest leaders in our industry at just 28, Matthew brings a great deal of passion a…

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William Tebbit, CEO of Green Biofuels Ltd talks all about fuel, Red Diesel, HVO, Green D+ and technology with host Peter Haddock 47:06

4y ago47:06

47:06

PODCAST WITH INSIGHT: Joining Peter Haddock for this Content With Media podcast, sponsored by our friends at used equipment specialist Ritchie Bros. is William Tebbit He is the CEO of fuel specialist Green Biofuels Ltd, which has developed a new high-performance Green D+ sustainable HVO derived fuel. In this in-depth podcast, William talks about th…

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'Auction Science' - the future of used equipment and asset management - Matt Ackley, Chief Marketing Officer of Ritchie Brothers talks to Peter Haddock 1:07:57

4y ago1:07:57

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In our latest Podcast With Insight series, we go global with Matt Ackley, Chief Marketing Officer of Ritchie Brothers. Host Peter Haddock talks to Matt about a whole range of subjects, including how data is being used to create a new approach to used equipment called 'Auction Science'. Want to know when, where and how to sell your equipment or what…

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Scott Lidster, training guru and operator champion from down under in Australia talks to host Peter Haddock about skills, attracting people into the industry and the exciting opportunities 53:46

4y ago53:46

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PODCAST WITH INSIGHT: Joining Peter Haddock for this Content With Media podcast, sponsored by our friends at used equipment specialist Ritchie Bros. is Scott Lidster. He is the owner of Australian Earth Training and one of the World's leading trainers and machine utilisation experts. His knowledge is shared in great depth in this podcast as he is p…

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Digbits the UK's 'Formula One' manufacturer of attachments, Director Marcus Clay talks to host Peter Haddock about Brexit, technology, innovation and more.. 41:00

4y ago41:00

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PODCAST WITH INSIGHT: Joining Peter Haddock for this Content With Media podcast, sponsored by our friends at used equipment specialist Ritchie Bros. is Marcus Clay He is the Director of specialist UK attachment manufacturer Digbits Ltd, which is celebrating its 30th year in business in 2021. In this in-depth podcast, Marcus talks about the impact o…

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Stephen Slessor, Director of Tier 1 contractor and President of CICES, talks industry collaboration, the role of surveyors in technology integration, skills development, Connected Worksite & more... 43:36

4y ago43:36

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PODCAST WITH INSIGHT: Joining Peter Haddock for this Content With Media podcast, sponsored by our friends at used equipment specialist Ritchie Bros. is Stephen Slessor. He is the President of the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES) and also a Regional Director at leading Tier 1 contractor, Morrison Construction. In this in-…

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Technology in 2021 and beyond, expert Hopi of Leica Geosystems parent Hexagon Geosystems, joins host Peter Haddock to discuss where we have come from and the exciting year ahead. 45:45

4y ago45:45

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PODCAST WITH INSIGHT: Joining Peter Haddock for this Content With Media podcast, sponsored by our friends at used equipment specialist Ritchie Bros. is Holger (HoPi) Pietzsch, a global technology expert working for Hexagon Geosystems, the parent company of Leica Geosystems. In this in-depth podcast, Hopi makes some exciting predictions for technolo…

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Rob Oliver, CEO of the Construction Equipment Association talks 2021 'the year ahead', Brexit, HS2, emissions, technology and much more with host Peter Haddock 22:54

4y ago22:54

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PODCAST WITH INSIGHT: Joining Peter Haddock for this Content With Media podcast, sponsored by our friends at used equipment specialist Ritchie Bros. is Rob Oliver, CEO of the Construction Equipment Association. In this in-depth podcast, Rob makes some exciting predictions for 2021, he discusses the impact of Brexit, talks HS2, emissions and explain…

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Joe Nelson, Contracts Director for Mick George, joins Peter Haddock of Content With Media to talk about how the business is taking a new integrated approach to winning work in the earthworks sector 34:02

4y ago34:02

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PODCAST WITH LEADERSHIP: Joining Peter Haddock for this latest podcast, sponsored by our friends at surveying and 3D machine control specialist, Leica Geosystems part of Hexagon, is Joe Nelson, Contracts Director for Mick George. Joe has been in the earthworks sector for decades. In his role, which involves responsibility for mobile plant and equip…

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Ep #3: 2020 Division Recap with Dr. Trevor Smith and Dr. Greg Hodges 30:00

4y ago30:00

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Thanks for tuning in to this episode of Plant Industry News. In this episode, we are joined by our division directors, Dr. Trevor Smith and Dr. Greg Hodges, with a 2020 recap of events. As unusual as this year was, the work did not slow down and the Division of Plant Industry remained as busy as ever. Join us as we highlight a few of the exciting a…

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Stuart Kirk, Plant Director of The Sirius Group joins Peter Haddock of Content With Media to talk all things earthworks from technology to people and the latest equipment solutions. 41:51

4y ago41:51

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PODCAST WITH LEADERSHIP: Joining Peter Haddock for this latest podcast, sponsored by our friends at surveying and 3D machine control specialist, Leica Geosystems part of Hexagon, is Stuart Kirk, Plant Director of The Sirius Group. . Stuart has been in the earthworks sector for decades with close to 14 years spent with The Sirius Group, who provide …

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Celebrating Charlotte Brown and other Women in Construction - turning a negative social media experience into a positive story 10:20

4y ago10:20

10:20

Charlotte Brown is the kind of person we need in the construction and plant sector, and we need to support people like her, especially when others abuse them in the industry on social media. In this podcast, host, Peter Haddock talks to Charlotte about why she enjoys working in the industry and how she is supporting the growth of Liugong Direct by …

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Neil Roe, MD of Dunton Environmental talks about the circular economy, safety, training and the environment with host Peter Haddock of Content With Media 31:04

4+ y ago31:04

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PODCAST WITH LEADERSHIP: Joining Peter Haddock for this environmentally focused podcast, sponsored by our friends at surveying and 3D machine control specialist, Leica Geosystems part of Hexagon, is Neil Roe, Managing Director of brownfield remediation specialist Dunton Environmental Ltd. Neil and his team have been breaking the rules of remediatio…

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Sunfest from Sunbelt Rentals, virtually bringing the industry together - Peter Haddock talks to Sunbelt's Dave Harris and the team at Leica Geosystems 36:57

4+ y ago36:57

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Virtual events are having a dramatic impact on the way we can bring people together in these difficult times. For the newly branded Sunbelt Rentals, Sunfest, a month-long virtual event supported by 45 supply chain partners has been a shining light in collaboration and discovery. For Sunbelt Rentals, Sales and Marketing Director, Dave Harris, its al…

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Niall Fraser, Director of leading earthworks contractor, C A Blackwell joins Peter Haddock of Content With Media to talk all things earthworks 1:01:19

4+ y ago1:01:19

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PODCAST WITH LEADERSHIP: Joining Peter Haddock for this epic hour-long podcast, sponsored by our friends at surveying and 3D machine control specialist, Leica Geosystems part of Hexagon, is Niall Fraser, Director of leading earthworks contractor C A Blackwell. With 32 years in the industry, Niall is a fountain of knowledge and he is not afraid to t…

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What's the future for alternative fuel use for equipment like the JCB hydrogen and electric excavators? Our host Peter Haddock talks to Alastair Hayward of industry specialist Interact Analysis 20:32

4+ y ago20:32

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This is the third edition of our podcast series focused on alternative fuels, inspired by the recent launch of the JCB 20 tonne hydrogen prototype. Host Peter Haddock talks to Alastair Hayfield of industry market trends specialist, Interact Analysis. Sponsored by Ritchie Bros. auctioneers and used equipment specialists, in this edition, Peter and A…

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Hydrogen is already being used as a fuel onsite, find out how and what its prospects are for the future in this podcast with experts from Taylor Construction Plant Ltd 25:56

4+ y ago25:56

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In this second podcast in our series on hydrogen, sponsored by Ritchie Bros and inspired by the launch of the new JCB hydrogen prototype, host Peter Haddock talks to experts Simon Meades and Gareth Holden of TCP (Taylor Construction Plant Ltd). It has been supplying hydrogen in cylinder format to sites up and down the country for smaller pieces of …

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JCB's prototype excavator opens up the Hydrogen fuel debate. Peter Haddock talks to Dave Luscombe of the Construction Equipment Association about the topic. 20:13

4+ y ago20:13

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With JCB announcing a new 20-tonne 220X excavator prototype, which is powered by a hydrogen fuel cell. Peter Haddock of Content With Media has picked up on the topic of Hydrogen, thanks to sponsor, Ritchie Bros Auctioneers, the used equipment specialist. In this podcast, Peter talks to Dave Luscombe of the (CEA) Construction Equipment Association a…

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Tackling plant theft, emissions, asset management and more, MD, Kevin Howells talks to Peter Haddock about the CESAR Scheme and the expanding services from Datatag who run it. 29:43

4+ y ago29:43

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Most people in the industry know the CESAR Scheme which is a marking scheme aimed at tackling plant theft, that was originally formed in the UK with support from the Construction Equipment Association and the police. But with CESAR now a global solution for both theft prevention and emissions, Peter Haddock caught up with MD, Kevin Howells to find …

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Rupert Craven of Ritchie Bros talks plant industry trends, the state of the sector and what timed auction lots are telling us about industry confidence right now 16:35

4+ y ago16:35

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In the first of a regular insight series with Rupert Craven of Ritchie Bros, Peter Haddock of Content With Media talks to Rupert about how the latest Ritchie Bros UK and European timed online auctions have delivered some surprising results and what this tells us about the state of the industry right now. Rupert also discusses the emergence of used …

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What is the new 'Sustainability led Plant Charter' all about? - It's time to educate ourselves at the Sustainability Supply Chain School with expert James Cadman from Action Sustainability 25:33

4+ y ago25:33

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Sustainability is a big word and has even bigger implications for every one of us as individuals living on this planet of ours. But what is the new 'Sustainability led Plant Charter' all about and how can we deliver more sustainable outcomes for projects, the environment, communities, individuals and the planet? As host Peter Haddock discovered in …

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Rob and Merrill Lynch, brothers and Directors of Lynch Plant Hire talk about being brought up in the business, how they are investing in and innovation and skills driven future and much more.. 31:10

4+ y ago31:10

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In a first-ever doubleheader edition of the Content With Media ‘Podcast With Leadership’ series, host Peter Haddock talks to Rob and Merrill Lynch, brothers and directors of Lynch Plant Hire, who help to run it with their father, MD and Founder, Liam Lynch. This edition is sponsored by LiuGong Direct UK, one of the UK's leading construction equipme…

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Ep #2: Dr. Leroy Whilby, Bureau Chief of Diagnostics 36:53

4+ y ago36:53

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Thanks for tuning in to another episode of Plant Industry News. This episode begins with Director Dr. Trevor Smith as he announces the recipient of a significant Division award, promotes the Arboretum grove in Winter Haven and shares updates on various events and programs happening around the Division. Enjoy our interview with Dr. Leroy Whilby, Bur…

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Andy Wright, CEO of Sunbelt Rentals talks about helping to put together NHS testing centres, rebranding its business, which includes A-Plant in a pandemic and how it's building for the future 48:17

4+ y ago48:17

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Andy Wright is the latest leader to share his thoughts with Peter Haddock, for our Content With Media 'Podcast With Leadership' Series. This edition is sponsored by LiuGong Direct UK, one of the UK's leading construction equipment suppliers with direct sales and service support to its customers. The podcast also supports a similar series of article…

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Adam from D Morgan talks about delivering the 'Connected Site' with a complete data driven approach to 3D machine control and surveying, through a focus on its people and skills development 18:13

4+ y ago18:13

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Adam Onyett, Pre Construction Director at earthworks specialist, D Morgan talks to Peter Haddock of Content With Media in this latest podcast. He explains how the business has gone on a 'Connected Site' journey over a number of years, which has seen it adopt and continually invest in technologies from Leica Geosystems, including 3D machine control …

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Ann Bentley of the Construction Leadership Council talks to Peter Haddock about its industry-wide 'Roadmap to Recovery' report, launched to support the whole construction sector 32:16

4+ y ago32:16

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Ann and Peter talk through the themes of the report RESTART - RESET & REINVENT and what we hope will be a positive roadmap for all, support the whole sector to 'get back to work safely' and plan for the future.Ann also talks about how the Leadership Council has been the voice of the industry with the Government during this difficult period.In addit…

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