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News and events

It's Thwaites for Tithegrove
It's Thwaites for Tithegrove

13/03/2024

Tithegrove Groundworks (Tithegrove Ltd) based in Swindon have purchased 22 new Thwaites dumpers from CBL.  The deal comprised 22 dumpers (3 tonne swivel, 6 tonne and 9 tonne cabbed dumpers) fully equipped with the latest in...

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CBL Newbury supports local Kintbury football team
CBL Newbury supports local Kintbury football team

29/02/2024

Kyle Clough, an HGV Driver at CBL Newbury, plays goal keeper for Kintbury FC. 

CBL are pleased to help support the local club by supplying them with machines a couple of time a year to assist with the upkeep of the...

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Bomag and CBL chosen again by MJL Group
Bomag and CBL chosen again by MJL Group

26/02/2024

As part of a fleet renewal program, MJL Group Ltd have again trusted CBL as their compaction machinery provider. The program will consist of the No 1 trench compactor, the BMP8500, a range of tandems and the very impressive small single...

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Darlow Lloyd Construction (DLC) choose CBL
Darlow Lloyd Construction (DLC) choose CBL

22/02/2024

Darlow Lloyd (Construction) Ltd have purchased 13 machines from CBL – a mix of Takeuchi excavators, Thwaites swivel skip hydrostatic dumpers and a Bomag roller.

DLC operate from Bridgend in South Wales and specialise in civil...

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Congratulations Darryl!
Congratulations Darryl!

14/02/2024

Darryl Bryant, Workshop Foreman at CBL Bristol, today celebrates a milestone 30 years with CBL.  Darryl (left) is seen here with Iain Easton, Depot Manager at Bristol.



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JAW Hire choose Takeuchi
JAW Hire choose Takeuchi

07/02/2024

Collection of the final Takeuchi UK TB290’s from CBL Saltash for JAW Hire Ltd.

John Elliott, CBL Regional Director, commented, ‘Thank you, Will Evans.  Fantastic to have customers that see quality, reliability and...

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Investing in our people
Investing in our people

29/01/2024

CBL Newbury currently have three members of the team completing apprenticeships, ranging from first time young workers to adult engineers completing higher level courses in management.

Pictured from left to right: Kieren...

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Thwaites limited edition print presentation
Thwaites limited edition print presentation

22/01/2024

Thwaites Ltd Distributor Manager, Paul Rodwell, seen presenting John Elliott, CBL Regional Director, with a limited edition, signed print of the master original that hangs in Thwaites reception.



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Takeuchi unveils fully electric TB20e
Takeuchi unveils fully electric TB20e

11/01/2024

The new greener, cleaner, quieter future.

Utilities contractor Falco has teamed up with CBL to trial the new fully-electric mini-excavator from Takeuchi. A demonstration at Falco’s premises in London saw the...

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Hutchings Groundworks Welcomes a New Addition
Hutchings Groundworks Welcomes a New Addition

11/12/2023

Hutchings Groundworks, a family-run business with over 25 years of experience in the field of groundworks and surfacing, has recently expanded its fleet with the acquisition of a brand-new Takeuchi TB290 excavator.

This...

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Customised Iveco Beavertails for CBL
Customised Iveco Beavertails for CBL

04/12/2023

CBL have recently taken delivery of these fantastic IVECO DAILY 70C Beavertails from our supplier, Hendy IVECO.  Thank you, Steve Hough, for all your help.

The requirement was for small and robust transporter with a...

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Bomag BW 120 AD-5s for BAM UK
Bomag BW 120 AD-5s for BAM UK

30/11/2023

Eight BOMAG BW 120 AD-5s have been handed over to BAM UK & Ireland in a deal liaised by CBL’s Mike Anderson. 

These machines are ideal for footpaths, repair work and finishing work in road construction and will...

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South West Water choose TB260s with tiltrotators
South West Water choose TB260s with tiltrotators

09/11/2023

CBL have supplied six special Takeuchi TB260s with wide tracks for South West Water.   All fitted with Engcon EC206B tiltrotators, EC-Oil and DC2 controls.



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First 6t Thwaites Hydrostatic Dumpers sale
First 6t Thwaites Hydrostatic Dumpers sale

31/10/2023

Cornish contractor Steve Hoskin Construction Ltd (SHC) have taken delivery of the first hydrostatic drive, 6-tonne, Power Swivel Dumpers to be manufactured by Thwaites.

This first machine sale of its type represents...

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CBL's online parts store relaunched
CBL's online parts store relaunched

14/09/2023

We're delighted to announce that our online parts store has relaunched with a fresh and improved design that's intuitive and user-friendly, so finding the parts you need for your plant machinery has never been easier.

Explore...

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XT Korea visit CBL Central Parts
XT Korea visit CBL Central Parts

17/08/2023

This week we were delighted to welcome our rubber track supplier, XT Korea, to our office in Saltash, Cornwall to discuss product development.

With extensive customer feedback, demonstration programs & detailed...

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Takeuchi looking good in Jagger Utilities green!
Takeuchi looking good in Jagger Utilities green!

01/08/2023

First one of a multi machine custom Takeuchi order being collected by Jagger Utilities for contracts in Cornwall & Devon.



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L Lynch add Takeuchi TB395W to their fleet
L Lynch add Takeuchi TB395W to their fleet

27/06/2023

L Lynch Plant Hire & Haulage adds the 1st Takeuchi TB395W to the largest fleet of 10t Takeuchi Wheeled excavators in the U.K.

The deal was agreed in the glorious June sunshine at this year’s Plantworx show on the...

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Royal Cornwall Show time is fast approaching
Royal Cornwall Show time is fast approaching

18/05/2023

Show dates : 8 - 10 June 2023

Do come and visit us on stand 567.

 

 



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CBL Expands Takeuchi Dealership to Essex
CBL Expands Takeuchi Dealership to Essex

17/05/2023

CBL are delighted to be appointed by Takeuchi as the new dealership for Essex. 

CBL have been an established Takeuchi dealer for London, Kent and the South for almost twenty years and see neighbouring Essex as an...

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Happy Birthday, Tim!
Happy Birthday, Tim!

05/05/2023

A very happy 60th birthday to Tim Hanson, Depot Manager at CBL Bridgend.



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CBL's continuing quality certification
CBL's continuing quality certification

04/04/2023

As we approach our milestone of 30 years certification as a quality business we are pleased to report that this year’s external audits have been completed with continued improvement noted throughout the business.

Almost...

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Check out CBL's Used Equipment on Facebook
Check out CBL's Used Equipment on Facebook

04/04/2023

For more info on used equipment available, why not go to our Facebook page:

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089996589025

or contact Martin...

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Going electric - Audi Q4 e-trons for CBL
Going electric - Audi Q4 e-trons for CBL

13/03/2023

This day has been a long time coming!  Mark Hodge, CBL Operations Director, and Christian Lawrence, CBL Finance Director, started discussing CBL’s fleet requirements and the transition to more electric vehicles back in 2018 when...

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Roger Brenchley's milestone blood donation
Roger Brenchley's milestone blood donation

28/02/2023

Roger Brenchley, CBL’s IT and Finance Support Manager, started donating blood more than 25 years ago.  Initially he was donating whole blood three or four times a year.  Some 15 years ago he was asked if he would consider...

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Apprentice success at our Southampton depot!
Apprentice success at our Southampton depot!

22/02/2023

Lewis joined CBL as an apprentice engineer in September 2017.  He completed his Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship in Construction Plant Maintenance at Wiltshire College and went on to do a Land Based Service Engineering...

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Tonic Construction choose CBL and Thwaites again
Tonic Construction choose CBL and Thwaites again

07/11/2022

A huge thank you to Tony Iles & Carl (Jake) Jenkins of Tonic Construction for choosing CBL and Thwaites Ltd for the purchase of 13 new 9 tonne cabbed dumpers. Quality, reliability & safety were key requirements in the purchasing...

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35 years at CBL for Andrew Holman
35 years at CBL for Andrew Holman

03/11/2022

Yesterday we celebrated with Andy Holman his 35 years with CBL with a buffet lunch and a gift to mark the event. 

Andy started in 1987 with AB Hire/Services in Bridgend with 3 other staff as a general all-rounder...

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Back to the Royal Cornwall Show
Back to the Royal Cornwall Show

18/07/2022

At the start of June, CBL were delighted to be back at the Royal Cornwall Show in Wadebridge after a break of 2 years. The team were blessed with 3 days of sunshine to welcome both existing and new customers to discuss all our products,...

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Skydive update .....
Skydive update .....

14/07/2022

Rachel and Phoebe Hodge send a huge 'thank you' to all the CBL team, customers and friends who supported them in their skydive.  Together they raised an amazing joint total of £4,342 for Alzheimer's Society UK which will go towards...

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Charities nominated by CBL staff for donations

18/05/2022

For 2022, CBL asked employees to nominate local charities they support and donations of £500 have now been made to:

The Lullaby Trust, nominated by Andrew Holman from CBL Bridgend.  The trust works to reduce the incidence...

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CBL support local charities : Shekinah Mission
CBL support local charities : Shekinah Mission

10/05/2022

For 2022, CBL asked employees to nominate local charities they support and have been delighted with the response - 14 charities are each receiving £500 donations.

One charity is the Shekinah Mission, a Devon based charity...

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Congratulations, Lucy!
Congratulations, Lucy!

31/03/2022

Lucy Day, who has worked for 8 years in CBL’s Finance and Admin Support team, has recently qualified as a Chartered Management Accountant.  She has been studying for a number of years and has also had to complete a comprehensive...

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UK Plant 'Operator of the Year 2022'
UK Plant 'Operator of the Year 2022'

15/03/2022

Operator of the Year competition is back for 2022 with Takeuchi as a main event sponsor.  The competition champions operator skills and hopes to attract more men and women to the industry.

Let's get as many Takeuchi...

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CBL donate to DEC appeal for Ukraine
CBL donate to DEC appeal for Ukraine

08/03/2022

Seeing the escalating humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, CBL donated £500 to DEC (Disasters Emergency Committee), which brings together 15 leading UK aid charities to raise funds quickly and efficiently at times of crisis...

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Craig Waters celebrates 20 years' at CBL Bristol
Craig Waters celebrates 20 years' at CBL Bristol

28/02/2022

Craig joined CBL as an Office Administrator after seeing an advert in the local Clevedon newspaper. Since then Craig has taken up various roles within CBL and is now our Hire Manager.  Seen here receiving his long service gift from...

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SHC invest in Thwaites cabbed dumpers
SHC invest in Thwaites cabbed dumpers

01/02/2022

Steve Hoskin Construction have again chosen CBL & Thwaites as their preferred supplier of site dumpers. For the first time they have chosen the cabbed style with the addition of four 9t dumpers to their fleet.



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Bomag for Fred Champion and Groundfix
Bomag for Fred Champion and Groundfix

27/01/2022

A pair of Bomag BW213 DH-5 single drum rollers delivered to two of CBL’s valued clients : Fred Champion Groundworks Ltd and Groundfix.  Bomag are the world leaders in compaction, their machinery offer unrivalled features that have...

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Skydiving for Alzheimer's Society!
Skydiving for Alzheimer's Society!

11/01/2022

Mark Hodge’s wife, Rachel, and daughter, Phoebe, are taking part in the Alzheimer's Society Skydive in March 2022!

Alzheimer’s Society is the UK’s leading dementia charity and dementia is the UK’s biggest killer. Someone...

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Tonic Construction choose CBL again
Tonic Construction choose CBL again

18/11/2021

Tonic Construction continue to invest in market leading products that offer the highest safety and quality as standard by purchasing Takeuchi and Thwaites from CBL. Thank you to Tony Iles and Carl Jenkins for trusting CBL to deliver...

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CBL celebrate 25 years as a Bomag dealer
CBL celebrate 25 years as a Bomag dealer

25/10/2021

Charlotte Barford, CBL Managing Director, is seen here with Simon Kennedy, Bomag GB National Sales Manager, marking CBL's 25 year dealership milestone with Bomag.

Simon said, 'On behalf of all the Bomag team past and present, we...

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CBL / Engcon Dig Days at Petersfield, Hampshire
CBL / Engcon Dig Days at Petersfield, Hampshire

08/10/2021

CBL / ENGCON DIG DAY PRE REGISTRATION

You can pre register for the CBL / Engcon dig day on the 29th / 30th October by scanning the QR code in the bottom right of the picture below or heading to
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CBL launch new online Parts store!
CBL launch new online Parts store!

11/08/2021

Our CBL Saltash & Central Parts team have launched a brand new online parts store!

* ATLAS COPCO * BOMAG * EPIROC * TAKEUCHI * THWAITES*

Find a huge range of parts in our online store - be sure to check...

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20 year anniversary for Adam Harvey
20 year anniversary for Adam Harvey

19/07/2021

Adam joined CBL as an Apprentice Engineer on 1st July 2001.  He successfully completed his apprenticeship and then, after a period working as an engineer, changed direction.  With CBL's help he did his HGV training and has...

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20 year anniversary for Linda Penfold
20 year anniversary for Linda Penfold

19/07/2021

Congratulations to Linda, our Purchase Ledger Administrator, who celebrated 20 years' at CBL on 16th July. 

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Congratulations Mark!
Congratulations Mark!

24/06/2021

Mark Hodge, CBL Operations Director, celebrates 30 years with CBL today.

Here he is before the years at CBL took their toll!

Charlotte Male, CBL Managing Director, says, 'Over the years Mark has been the main driver of...

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TB290s chosen for Fred Champion fleet renewal
TB290s chosen for Fred Champion fleet renewal

22/06/2021

First 5 of 9 Takeuchi UK TB290s to leave CBL to a long standing customer, Fred Champion Groundworks. These are part of a 25 machine renewal program over the next 2 months and will be put to use on major developments across Cornwall...

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10,000 Takeuchi sales for CBL
10,000 Takeuchi sales for CBL

19/06/2021

Takeuchi have congratulated CBL on reaching their milestone achievement of 10,000 Takeuchi excavator sales.

Photo shows Charlotte Barford, CBL Managing Director, with Richard Sturgess, CBL Sales Director.



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Graham Cook's 20th anniversary at CBL
Graham Cook's 20th anniversary at CBL

26/05/2021

Congratulations to Graham Cook, CBL’s Group Service Manager.  On 1st June this year he celebrates 20 years at CBL.  It really should have been longer but many years ago he left CBL for a year, only to re-join in 2001!
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New Manitou skidsteers for hire at CBL Bridgend
New Manitou skidsteers for hire at CBL Bridgend

17/05/2021

Our new Manitou 1900R skidsteers are available to hire from CBL Bridgend in South Wales. One of the great benefits of this model is the fully enclosed cab for operator comfort. 

Call the team on 01656 743231 for more...

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The new Takeuchi TB370
The new Takeuchi TB370

17/05/2021

TB370 NEW 3-SERIES 7-TONNE EXCAVATOR
The TB370 combines all the proven characteristics of Takeuchi excavators - smooth hydraulics, powerful machine performance and good serviceability into a larger sized...

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Thwaites Super-Vis dumper a winner for RGW Plant
Thwaites Super-Vis dumper a winner for RGW Plant

06/05/2021

With the help of CBL, Randall Plant Hire (RGW Plant) based in Abergavenny, Wales has taken delivery of 6 x Thwaites 7-ton Super-Vis dumpers and 2 x 3-ton power swivel machines.

RGW has a long-standing relationship with...

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CBL win Yanmar Service Award
CBL win Yanmar Service Award

30/03/2021

Yanmar, the Japanese diesel engine manufacturer, manufactures and sells engines used in a wide range of applications. Every year, they select and reward excellent service staff both in Japan and around the world with their Service...

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Ben Evenden completes his apprenticeship
Ben Evenden completes his apprenticeship

15/03/2021

Congratulations to Ben Evenden from CBL Maidstone who has successfully completed his NVQ level 3 in plant maintenance with a Merit.  A well deserved achievement and we are delighted to now have him in the team as a fully...

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25 year celebration for Charlotte Barford
25 year celebration for Charlotte Barford

03/03/2021

Today Charlotte celebrates 25 years at CBL.  Photo shows Charlotte (fourth from left) when she was a finalist in the Women in Business Awards - in pre social distancing days!  Two years after joining CBL, she took over as...

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Thwaites Hi Viz dumper in CBL hirefleet
Thwaites Hi Viz dumper in CBL hirefleet

17/02/2021

A new introduction to the CBL hirefleet - the Thwaites Hi-Viz dumper – shown here on display at CBL Saltash. This 7 tonne  dumper has improved safety features which include a 9 tonne chassis and 6 tonne wheels for greater stability...

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Witney Plant Hire choose Thwaites dumpers
Witney Plant Hire choose Thwaites dumpers

11/02/2021

Witney Plant Hire, a specialist plant hire company based in Witney, Oxfordshire, have purchased a range of Thwaites dumpers from CBL : five 6t straight tips, one 6t swivel and three 9t straight tips.  David Johns, Managing Director...

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CBL invests in the hire fleet
CBL invests in the hire fleet

10/02/2021

As part of CBL’s ongoing hire fleet investment programme, CBL Saltash receive the latest batch of TB290s from Takeuchi.



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CBL invests in the hire fleet
CBL invests in the hire fleet

10/02/2021

As part of CBL’s ongoing hire fleet investment programme, CBL Saltash receive the latest batch of TB290s from Takeuchi.



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CHAS Premier Accreditation for CBL
CHAS Premier Accreditation for CBL

02/02/2021

CBL are proud to announce that we have been upgraded to the highest level of CHAS accreditation. CHAS - Premier Accreditation.pdf

CHAS helps clients...

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First Takeuchis for Tonic Construction
First Takeuchis for Tonic Construction

01/02/2021

Tonic Construction, Swindon-based civil engineering and groundworks contractor, have taken delivery of their first Takeuchi excavators.  These TB260s will heading to various major housing development sites across the region....

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Steve Hoskin Takeuchi TB260s ready for work
Steve Hoskin Takeuchi TB260s ready for work

25/01/2021

Great to see two Takeuchi TB260 machines painted in Steve Hoskin Construction corporate colours ready to hit sites in Devon and Cornwall.

The TB260 combines all the proven characteristics of Takeuchi excavators:

Takeuchi's Silver Anniversary
Takeuchi's Silver Anniversary

20/01/2021

Congratulations to Takeuchi who this year is celebrating its silver anniversary with 25 years’ operating in the UK and Eire.

Since Takeuchi began trading in the UK in 1996, the brand has become one of the nation’s...

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Great start to the year!
Great start to the year!

14/01/2021

Great way to start the year, 5 of 6 new BOMAG (GB) LIMITED rollers collected from CBL -  heading to Cornwall to a returning customer, Acland Plant. Thank you John & the team.



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CBL donates to Food Banks
CBL donates to Food Banks

17/12/2020

Unfortunately, we are unable to visit our customers in person this year due to the ongoing Covid-19 restrictions. 

We are very aware that many people in our communities are facing great difficulties and will struggle...

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Steve Hunt's TB2150R
Steve Hunt's TB2150R

02/12/2020

After 9 months of use, this Takeuchi TB2150R, owned by Steve Hunt, has just arrived at 1,000hrs. Operator, Darran, has been so impressed by the smooth Takeuchi hydraulics, power in the dig, blade option is essential and says it’s a real...

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Used Bomag BW100 off to Broadway Plant
Used Bomag BW100 off to Broadway Plant

26/11/2020

Andy Taylor, Depot Manager at CBL Bristol has sold a used Bomag BW100 to James Heming, owner of Broadway Plant & Surfacing in Avonmouth.  The roller will be used by A P Clark & Son, a family run business established in...

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On their way to Fred Champion Groundworks
On their way to Fred Champion Groundworks

25/11/2020

Bomag BMP8500’s leaving the yard at CBL Saltash this week for Fred Champion Groundworks. These machines will be added to their extensive Bomag fleet to work on sites in Devon & Cornwall.



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A new customer for Thwaites dumpers
A new customer for Thwaites dumpers

23/11/2020

Mark Farwell Plant Hire & Groundworks are a family business that have been trading in Dorset for over 30 years. The company was started by Mark & Mandy Farwell and now supported by their son Matt. Mark Farwell built the company...

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Takeuchi TB216 excavators for SSE
Takeuchi TB216 excavators for SSE

24/09/2020

National Energy company SSE have taken delivery of another 30 Takeuchi TB216 Excavators from Clive Barford Ltd (CBL). This takes the total number of the Japanese built 1.5 tonners to over 60 in the last two years.

The...

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A Manitou to Montpellier
A Manitou to Montpellier

23/09/2020

CBL’s Used Equipment division recently took 3 used Manitou MT1030 10m telehandlers into stock.  One of these was sold to France within 30 minutes of being advertised on the CBL website.  The telehandler was collected from CBL...

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RBL Homes choose Thwaites
RBL Homes choose Thwaites

13/08/2020

RBL Homes have taken delivery of a new Thwaites 9 Tonne Cabbed Dumper, at a brand new site starting in Lympstone, Devon.

Based in Exeter and predominantly covering Exeter and East Devon, RBL Homes builds quality new homes...

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It's sand castle time!
It's sand castle time!

13/08/2020

Every year the Saltash Regatta Committee raises funds so they can arrange to have 27 tonnes of Padstow sand delivered to a small beach by Ashtorre Rock in Saltash as part of the annual Regatta waterside event.  It has become a...

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The new Takeuchi NEW TB217R
The new Takeuchi NEW TB217R

23/07/2020

The UK’s most popular 1.6 tonne mini remains the Takeuchi TB216 and now this favourite hire machine is joined by a short tail swing option TB217R. Offering the same operating performance, the new TB217R provides that added short-tail...

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RETURN OF A TAKEUCHI TRACKED DUMPER
RETURN OF A TAKEUCHI TRACKED DUMPER

20/07/2020

For many years Takeuchi’s old TCR50 tracked dumper remained a popular alternative for a reliable tracked carrier especially in tough ground conditions.

Now the new 6.5 tonne TCR50-2 tracked dumper offers more of the same...

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Takeuchis for O'Connor Construction
Takeuchis for O'Connor Construction

09/03/2020

O'Connor Construction & Plant Hire are a family run business that have been operating in Gloucestershire for over 40 years.  

With the help of Simon Richards, CBL’s Sales Development Manager, they have...

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Takeuchi 'Duck' for D & C GroundTek
Takeuchi 'Duck' for D & C GroundTek

09/07/2019

D & C GroundTek, based in Monmouth, Wales, have taken delivery of a Takeuchi TB295 duck, c/w steelwrist, flotation tyres and chevrons.  Chris Morgan, Director at GroundTek, says, 'Thanks to Simon Richards at CBL for...

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 THE SHAPE OF THWAITES TO COME?
THE SHAPE OF THWAITES TO COME?

28/06/2019

GET THE JOB DONE. 

With their 7 Tonne Dumper Concept, Thwaites set out to see how much difference a few small - but significant - changes would make to the safety of their popular 6 tonne dumper. Improving the operator’s...

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CBL at The Royal Cornwall Show 2019
CBL at The Royal Cornwall Show 2019

24/06/2019

The annual Royal Cornwall Show 2019 again proved to be a huge success for CBL. We displayed over 35 machines from our leading manufacturers and visitors to the stand weren’t even deterred by a day of rain on the Friday.  
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CBL Bridgend team completes Three Peak Challenge!
CBL Bridgend team completes Three Peak Challenge!

04/06/2019

They did it   ……. after 14.5 hours, 35 kilometres of walking and 50,000 steps, the CBL team completed their challenge to climb Snowdon, Cader Idris & Pan Y Fan in support of Prostate Cancer UK, CBL's charity for...

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Brandwells Construction choose Takeuchi
Brandwells Construction choose Takeuchi

10/05/2019

Brandwells Construction from Bristol have purchased eight TB230 excavators, together with an Epiroc SB152, from CBL Bristol, with the help of CBL's Simon Richards. Brandwells are one of the most highly regarded groundworks...

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Cheque presentation to West Mallings Lions
Cheque presentation to West Mallings Lions

27/02/2019

West Mallings Lions are proud to serve the local community through fundraising, projects and other activities and have done so for over 40 years.  The club is made up of 25 volunteers who do their best to provide help for the many...

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CBL Charity of the Year
CBL Charity of the Year

31/01/2019

We've nominated Prostate Cancer UK as our chosen charity for 2019 and any money
raised by our team for this charity will be matched by CBL.

CBL Bridgend are taking on the Welsh 3 Peak Challenge on Saturday, 25th...

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CBL Management Team
CBL Management Team

30/11/2018

The CBL management team shown here getting together to discuss how we can continue to improve customer service through the company.



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Extended Thwaites territory for CBL
Extended Thwaites territory for CBL

03/05/2018

CBL are delighted to announce that we have been awarded extended territory with the Thwaites dealership. The extended area includes Dorset, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. 

CBL already represents Thwaites in...

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Rocket Rentals launch a new red & grey era
Rocket Rentals launch a new red & grey era

01/02/2018

Gloucestershire based plant hire company Rocket Rentals has invested £1.2 million in a new fleet of 25 Takeuchi mini excavators, supplied by CBL.

The family run business was founded in 2003 by Managing Director Simon Tomblin,...

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Takeuchi for MJL Group
Takeuchi for MJL Group

22/01/2018

MJL Group have updated their fleet with an additional nine Takeuchi excavators from CBL. Consisting of seven TB290’s and two TB260’s these machines will be used across various national house building sites in Devon & Cornwall.



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Long service congratulations
Long service congratulations

12/12/2017

It’s great that CBL have staff for the long term and Andrew Holman is one of them.  He is pictured here (left) with Richard Sturgess, CBL Sales Director, at Bomag Germany on a trip to celebrate his 30 years with CBL Bridgend. ...

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CBL invests in skills for the future
CBL invests in skills for the future

11/12/2017

Apprenticeships give people the opportunity to train, gain qualifications and pursue a skilled, long-term career. 

CBL have recently employed one apprentice at every centre and all are attending Wiltshire College at...

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'Takeuchi is the best' says CBL customer
'Takeuchi is the best' says CBL customer

27/11/2017

F W Huxter, run by Fred and Lucy Huxter, have been running Takeuchis of all sizes for the last 10 years for their local works and Wessex Water work in the Dorset area.

One of their Takeuchi TB153FR excavators, purchased...

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Thwaites for MJL Groundworks
Thwaites for MJL Groundworks

23/11/2017

More Thwaites dumpers for South West groundworks contractor, MJL, supplied by CBL Saltash.



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Thwaites and Takeuchi added to fleet
Thwaites and Takeuchi added to fleet

20/11/2017

We are delighted that Fred Champion Groundworks chose CBL again to supply their new additions to the fleet. British and Japanese quality working in sync.  They have taken delivery of three new Thwaites 9 Ton dumpers and three...

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All new TB2150 for A G Builders
All new TB2150 for A G Builders

30/10/2017

A G Builders, from Pewsey, have added a new Takeuchi TB2150 to their fleet with the help of Steve Ruddell, CBL Bristol Area Sales Manager.

Barry Giles, Director, is delighted with the new machine and says, ‘After some...

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Ten Takeuchis for Natta Plant
Ten Takeuchis for Natta Plant

25/09/2017

CBL Newbury are proud to supply 10 brand new Takeuchi TB260 Excavators for Natta Plant Ltd.  Each machine has been customised in Natta’s company colours and sign written.  A great addition to the Natta fleet. Congratulations...

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Takeuchis form a wedding arch
Takeuchis form a wedding arch

20/09/2017

Andy Taylor, Depot Manager at CBL Bristol, received a rather unusual request earlier this summer.

He was contacted by Leo Greaves, a bridegroom-to-be, to see if CBL could supply two Takeuchi diggers to use as an arch for...

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Galliard Homes invest in Merlo Roto
Galliard Homes invest in Merlo Roto

11/09/2017

Galliard Homes are a British residential property developer based in Loughton and operating across London and the Home Counties.  They run a fleet of nine Merlos and, with the help of Sam Ireland (CBL Area Sales Manager) have...

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VCAS fitted to Thwaites dumper
VCAS fitted to Thwaites dumper

04/09/2017

The workshop team at CBL Bridgend have recently fitted a VCAS system to a Thwaites dumper on hire to a local contractor.  This system - vehicle collision avoidance system – warns the operator of immediate dangers within a set...

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Flying digger
Flying digger

31/08/2017

An unusual sight - it's not every day you see a digger in the sky! CBL customer, Valley Provincial Group from Dartford in Kent are working on a site at Stamford Hill in London N16.  The work includes levelling the surface to lay...

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Popular Putzmeister for Justin Jones
Popular Putzmeister for Justin Jones

10/08/2017

Justin Jones, of Justin Jones Floor Screeding, has taken full advantage of the Putzmeister screed pumps now available for hire from CBL Bridgend in South Wales. 

As he says, ‘We’d like to thank you for the service...

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New TB230 for A4 Hire
New TB230 for A4 Hire

07/08/2017

A4 Hire have taken delivery of their new Takeuchi TB230 from CBL Newbury and put it to work, saying they are extremely pleased with the excavator's performance.



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Charity Golf in aid of MS Society
Charity Golf in aid of MS Society

07/08/2017

Graham May, depot manager at CBL Maidstone, was invited by civil engineering company, Steadline, to bring a team to a Charity Golf Event held in aid of the MS Society.  It was held at The Weald of Kent Golf Club, a beautiful 18...

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Lenmark Construction choose Thwaites and Takeuchi
Lenmark Construction choose Thwaites and Takeuchi

24/07/2017

CBL Crawley’s Mike Lockie is seen here handing over some of the machines purchased by Lenmark Construction Ltd.  The total order comprised five Thwaites dumpers and five Takeuchi excavators of varying sizes.  Left to right:...

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CBL now offering screed pumps from CBL Bridgend
CBL now offering screed pumps from CBL Bridgend

29/06/2017

We are now hiring out Putzmeister screed pumps from CBL Bridgend in South Wales.  

For more info or to hire a pump call the hire desk team on 01656 743231.

We are increasing our fleet holding of...

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A tight squeeze ....
A tight squeeze ....

29/06/2017

Jason Ford, a local builder and regular CBL customer, won a contract to build a retaining wall around an existing property. The existing property is on a level higher than the area where the excavator, needed for the job, has to work....

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Mark Lillywhite's customised TB230
Mark Lillywhite's customised TB230

22/06/2017

Mark Lillywhite of M W Lillywhite has customised the Takeuchi TB230 recently purchased through CBL Newbury.

Mark commented, ‘Takeuchi excavators are typically Japanese - the ultimate reliable machine. The TB230 replaces...

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Iveco on display at Royal Cornwall Show
Iveco on display at Royal Cornwall Show

20/06/2017

CBL have ordered eleven new Iveco trucks for the transport fleet.  Displayed on the CBL stand at this year's Royal Cornwall Show, was one of the seven 8 wheeled, 32 tonne, 13 litre full plant spec new lorries, shown fully loaded...

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CBL at Royal Cornwall Show 2017
CBL at Royal Cornwall Show 2017

19/06/2017

At this year’s Royal Cornwall Show, CBL were able to display more products from world leading brands within our sales portfolio. 

This year we were given the option of increasing our stand to a size 100% larger than...

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More Takeuchi investment for Ford Civil Eng.
More Takeuchi investment for Ford Civil Eng.

22/05/2017

Ford Civil Engineering Ltd, based in Three Legged Cross, Dorset, have just invested in another four Takeuchi TB250s.  These machines will be deployed on various sites in the surrounding counties as Ford’s continue their buoyant...

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Atlas Copco award CBL Central Parts
Atlas Copco award CBL Central Parts

16/05/2017

Atlas Copco have given CBL Central Parts an award in recognition of their significant growth in sales of Atlas Copco spare parts over the last year.  This growth has been achieved by reprofiling stock to better match customer...

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Fourth Takeuchi for S Devonshire & Son
Fourth Takeuchi for S Devonshire & Son

08/05/2017

Steve Devonshire, owner of S Devonshire & Son, has taken delivery of a Takeuchi TB230 excavator purchased from CBL Newbury, and helped by Robert Duerdoth, CBL Area Sales Manager.
 
Steve comments, ‘This is the...

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CBL invests in new depot in Kent
CBL invests in new depot in Kent

25/04/2017

CBL Maidstone has moved to larger premises with excellent workshop and office facilities and good transport links. 

The new address is: 

Dane House
Sheldon Way
Larkfield
Kent
ME20...

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A dozen Takeuchis for Artisan Hire
A dozen Takeuchis for Artisan Hire

18/04/2017

Artisan Hire Centres would like to thank CBL for their great service and excellent advice on helping them with their hire fleet purchases.

Jason King and Chris Comer, Artisan Hire directors, jointly told CBL, ‘We feel...

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Thwaites dumpers for Harris & Harris Construction
Thwaites dumpers for Harris & Harris Construction

02/03/2017

With the help of Phil Hooper, Area Sales Manager at CBL Bristol, Harris & Harris Construction have placed an order with CBL for another six Thwaites 6 ton straight tip dumpers. Tony Harris, MD, and his team have secured construction...

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Kelsey upgrades with Takeuchi investment
Kelsey upgrades with Takeuchi investment

01/03/2017

Kelsey Plant Hire has invested approximately £500,000 in 19 new Takeuchi excavators from CBL.

The new machines, ranging from the micro TB210 up to the eight-tonne TB290, represent a substantial renewal for the Kelsey...

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Presentation on new Thwaites deal for YHC
Presentation on new Thwaites deal for YHC

15/02/2017

CBL presented YHC Hire Solutions with a framed story of their recent purchase of 20 site dumpers from Thwaites. The presentation took place this month on the Thwaites stand at the Executive Hire Show held at the Ricoh Arena in...

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Another smooth Engcon tiltrotator installation
Another smooth Engcon tiltrotator installation

08/02/2017

Ben Smith, an award-­winning third year apprentice at CBL’s Newbury depot, recently fitted his second Engcon EC214 tiltrotator and DC2 proportional control systems for key customer, Profusion Environmental Ltd. Both installations were...

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TB23R with hydraulically operated thumb
TB23R with hydraulically operated thumb

06/02/2017

With the help of Robert Duerdoth from CBL Newbury, Fresh Approach Design & Build have invested in a new Takeuchi TB23R. 

Christiaan Paul, company owner, commented, ‘The Takeuchi TB23R is the perfect size, and...

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Thwaites dumpers for YHC in distinctive livery
Thwaites dumpers for YHC in distinctive livery

04/01/2017

YHC Hire Solutions, based in Yeovil, Somerset, have again chosen CBL to supply their machinery. The machine of choice this time around is the British built Thwaites dumper. The order consisted of 10 x 6 tonne standard & 10 x 9 tonne...

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25-year anniversary for Darryn White
25-year anniversary for Darryn White

12/12/2016

Darryn White has recently celebrated his 25-year anniversary at CBL.  This year he has also been promoted to CBL Central Parts Manager and he says, ‘I take great satisfaction in being involved in the growth of CBL from when I...

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Lewis Homes choose Thwaites
Lewis Homes choose Thwaites

12/12/2016

Another new 9 tonne Thwaites dumper on its way out from CBL Bridgend to start work at Lewis Homes.  Lewis Homes are a family business and have building homes throughout South Wales since 1974, achieving a reputation for building...

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Bomag rollers for Highway Plant
Bomag rollers for Highway Plant

01/11/2016

Highway Plant based in Redruth, have just taken delivery of 2 brand new Bomag 138AD-5 rollers from CBL Saltash.

Both rollers are equipped with the Bomag Economiser system, which informs the operator the level of...

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CBL - winners again with Takeuchi.
CBL - winners again with Takeuchi.

01/11/2016

Takeuchi have announced the winners of their Dealer of the Year competition and CBL were delighted to receive the Bronze award.

Charlotte Barford, CBL Managing Director, says, ‘We were delighted to receive our award from...

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Supporting Crumlin RFC
Supporting Crumlin RFC

19/10/2016

CBL Bridgend has joined with Littlewood Renewables, a longstanding hire customer, to help sponsor Crumlin RFC.

Crumlin RFC are a 125-year old club based in the Gwent Valleys and are members of the Welsh Rugby Union.
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TB290 ready for hire at CBL Bristol
TB290 ready for hire at CBL Bristol

14/09/2016

For more info call Craig or Andy on 01275 372229.



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Exeter Building Services choose Takeuchi
Exeter Building Services choose Takeuchi

03/08/2016

David Chard of Exeter Building Services is pictured here receiving his new cabbed Takeuchi TB219.  Having had to wait a few weeks for delivery, David was pleased to get his machine and was putting it straight to work .



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New CIFA agitator for CBL Maidstone
New CIFA agitator for CBL Maidstone

01/08/2016

In a new venture for CBL and to go with the centre’s range of concrete pumps, CBL Maidstone have added a CIFA 8m3 Agitator to their hire fleet.   The machine has already gone out on hire to a customer who is a CFA piling...

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Another Cornwall Show deal ..
Another Cornwall Show deal ..

25/07/2016

Paul Haines of Boycombe Farm taking delivery of his new Takeuchi TB240 - another Royal Cornwall show deal made with the help of CBL Saltash's Dean Edwards.  Paul is delighted with his purchase and, having had used machines in the...

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15 year celebration for Linda Penfold
15 year celebration for Linda Penfold

19/07/2016

Linda, CBL's Purchase Ledger Administrator, joined CBL Finance and Admin in July 2001.  She's seen here receiving a bouquet from David Butler, CBL Finance Manager.



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TB230 for River Dart Country Park
TB230 for River Dart Country Park

18/07/2016

The River Dart Country Park lies within the Dartmoor National Park, an area of outstanding natural beauty. 2016 is a special year for them as the Park is celebrating 40 years of family holidays and memories. 

The...

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Tim Baker chooses Bomag roller with economizer
Tim Baker chooses Bomag roller with economizer

06/07/2016

Tim Baker runs a plant hire and groundwork company operating in the South Hams area of Devon.

He has purchased a Bomag 100 Roller with economizer from CBL Saltash with the help of CBL’s Dean Edwards.  Tim is excited...

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Royal Cornwall Show report
Royal Cornwall Show report

28/06/2016

This year’s Royal Cornwall Show at Wadebridge show ground was held over 9th -  11th June. Once again CBL were in their accustomed position just off the main ring, in the centre of the showground....

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... It's Show Time ...
... It's Show Time ...

09/06/2016

Ready for action - come and visit CBL on stand 549.



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Don't forget the Royal Cornwall Show tomorrow ...
Don't forget the Royal Cornwall Show tomorrow ...

08/06/2016

Mark Hodge, CBL Operations Director, enjoyed the good weather and came on two wheels rather than four when visiting the CBL stand as it was being readied for the Royal Cornwall Show.  Fred Champion's new Thwaites dumper will be on...

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CBL's stand being assembled ...
CBL's stand being assembled ...

07/06/2016

... our stand 549 is taking shape on the Royal Cornwall showground, ready for showtime 9 - 11 June.  Come and see the range of machines on display and catch the special show deals.



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TB260 to work at Arsenal's home stadium
TB260 to work at Arsenal's home stadium

06/06/2016

A new addition to CBL Newbury's hire fleet arriving at the Emirates Stadium for its very first hire.  

The Takeuchi TB260 isn't just an expanded 5 tonne TB250, or a reduced 8.5 tonne TB285, it's the first ever 6-tonne...

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Congratulations to Graham Cook
Congratulations to Graham Cook

01/06/2016

Graham, our Group Service Manager, celebrates his 15th anniversary at CBL today. He’s actually worked many more years with CBL in total, as this is his third period of employment with the company – and the last as he says, ‘I’m now back...

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Going on display at the Royal Cornwall Show
Going on display at the Royal Cornwall Show

26/05/2016

SHC's new Thwaites 9 tonne dumper purchased from CBL Saltash, in full livery - getting ready to go on display at the Royal Cornwall Show on 9th - 11th June.  Come and visit the CBL stand.



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New CASE 370D demonstrator arrives at CBL
New CASE 370D demonstrator arrives at CBL

26/05/2016

Contact your local centre for more information.



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DCB Plant Hire choose a Takeuchi
DCB Plant Hire choose a Takeuchi

16/05/2016

Chris Billings, and son Dan, take delivery of their new Takeuchi TB230, purchased from CBL Saltash.



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CBL team and customers visit BAUMA 2016
CBL team and customers visit BAUMA 2016

11/05/2016

Last month, a CBL team accompanied by a number of CBL customers took the short trip to Munich to visit the world famous Bauma trade fair. The Bauma fair is a tri annual event held in the German city of Munich and visitors get the...

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Blue dumper, blue sky
Blue dumper, blue sky

18/04/2016

A Thwaites dumper supplied by CBL to Steve Hoskin Construction works on the new Sherford development in Devon.  Sherford is a new town on the eastern outskirts of Plymouth, in one of the country’s most picturesque locations and...

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SHC choose 'specialist' BW177
SHC choose 'specialist' BW177

14/04/2016

SHC (Steve Hoskin Construction Ltd) continue to add to their extensive plant fleet with this new model Bomag BW177 with dual flow pumps to give extra power when needed.

Although only a single drum roller, at 7500kg this...

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Loaded up and ready to go.
Loaded up and ready to go.

13/04/2016

These new Thwaites 9 tonne dumpers have just been added to CBL Southampton’s hire fleet and have already gone out on hire to Keltbray Ltd to assist in the redevelopment works at the Ageas Bowl (formerly the Rose Bowl) where the existing...

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CASE shows its range at Hillhead
CASE shows its range at Hillhead

11/04/2016

UK customers will get their first chance to see many of CASE Construction Equipment’s latest models in action at this year’s Hillhead quarrying, construction and recycling exhibition in June. The company will be showcasing 19 different...

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Euro Tool choose Takeuchi and Thwaites
Euro Tool choose Takeuchi and Thwaites

05/04/2016

Euro Tool Hire and Sales are an independent company operating from three depots in Redruth, St Austell and Helston.   With the help of CBL Saltash’s Mark Crocker, they have ordered and taken delivery of a selection of eight...

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W H Bond investing in Cornwall
W H Bond investing in Cornwall

31/03/2016

Another lorry load of Thwaites dumpers arriving at CBL Saltash - this one for W H Bond, being welcomed by Mark Hodge, CBL Operations Director.



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Customer visit to Bomag, Germany
Customer visit to Bomag, Germany

30/03/2016

In late February CBL again took the opportunity to take customers to visit the superb Bomag facility in Boppard, Germany.  Greeted with a light covering of snow and slightly colder temperature than the UK, the factory tour and demo...

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Cool machine for Five Rivers Environmental
Cool machine for Five Rivers Environmental

29/03/2016

Five Rivers Environmental Contracting Limited are a specialist environmental contractor, dedicated to nature conservation and habitat creation, restoration and management.

This new machine, in wonderful striking livery,...

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CBL has 2,000 followers on Twitter!
CBL has 2,000 followers on Twitter!

23/03/2016

Thank you to all our followers.  To mark this milestone and celebrate with us, share your photos of equipment supplied by CBL.

Not a follower yet?  Find us here:

@cbl_plant...

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Takeuchi and Thwaites for Fred Champion
Takeuchi and Thwaites for Fred Champion

22/03/2016

Fred Champion Groundworks in Cornwall are a long standing and valued customer of CBL Saltash, with a special relationship between Fred Champion and Mark Hodge, CBL’s Operations Director, spanning many years.  It is very pleasing to...

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What a beauty!
What a beauty!

21/03/2016

First Iveco delivered to CBL Maidstone and looking smart.



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Takeuchi for Clive Rendell
Takeuchi for Clive Rendell

14/03/2016

Clive Rendell Plant Hire have received their new Takeuchi TB290 from CBL Bristol and the team are all smiles.



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First BW177 sold by CBL goes to Conlon Ltd
First BW177 sold by CBL goes to Conlon Ltd

29/02/2016

Conlon Limited is a well known groundworks and demolition company based in the South West, privately owned and established in 1990s; currently directly employing over 130 fully trained, skilled and high quality staff. 

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Another satisfied customer
Another satisfied customer

22/02/2016

Piotr Olek (Peter) of Poly Tunnel Services is very pleased with his new Takeuchi purchase from CBL.



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Tom Prichard Contracting takes another CASE 821F
Tom Prichard Contracting takes another CASE 821F

16/02/2016

Tom Prichard Contracting Ltd are based in Llantrisant and mainly service Wales, the South West and the Midlands.  Established in 1995 as a plant hire company, the company now offers a full range of services including demolition,...

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Takeuchi for H S Hire
Takeuchi for H S Hire

15/02/2016

H S Hire owner Peter, and foreman Geoff, with new Takeuchi purchase from CBL.



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YHC dig deep
YHC dig deep

09/02/2016

YHC Hire Solutions have just taken delivery of 49 Takeuchi mini excavators in a six figure deal from CBL that will both bolster and update the company’s range of small plant, enabling them to offer their customers the highest quality...

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Merlo Roto 45.21 MCSS for Pearce Fine Homes
Merlo Roto 45.21 MCSS for Pearce Fine Homes

08/02/2016

Pearce Fine Homes have just taken delivery of their brand new Merlo Roto 45.21 MCSS telehandler from Mark Crocker at CBL Saltash.  They are currently working on their Honey Meadow Site at Dobwalls Liskeard -  a development of...

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Whelehan Construction refurbish favourite Takeuchi
Whelehan Construction refurbish favourite Takeuchi

20/01/2016

Noel Whelehan, Director of Whelehan Construction from Cippenham, near Slough, bought his first machine, a TB125, second hand.  He’s attached to it and says that it has never let him down and has earned a lot of money.  A 2005...

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