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Hewden announces VolkerFitzpatrick and VolkerHighways deal
Hewden, the national, multi-product hire specialist, has signed a one-year supplier agreement with VolkerFitzpatrick and VolkerHighways.
Hewden invests in new customer relationship technology
Hewden is investing in new technology to improve customer service and respond effectively to changing hire demand patterns.
New depot opening strengthens relationship with INEOS
Hewden has enhanced its relationship with leading petrochemical manufacturer INEOS, with a move to a new depot on the company's site in Grangemouth, Scotland.
Hewden maintains Achilles accreditations
Hewden has achieved outstanding results in the latest environmental, health, safety and quality audit by Achilles, one of the leading global providers of information that assists and supports sustainable procurement.
Hewden Fit prize draw winner announced
'Fit' is our new commitment to our customers - making sure the equipment we hire is fit for purpose, that we are a good fit with your business and that our people are safe and fit to work for you.
Positioned for continued success with two new management appointments
Hewden, the national, multi-product hire specialist, has appointed two new members to its management team, based at its head office in Manchester.
It's full marks for 400th machine
Sir Anthony Bamford, chairman of JCB and Kevin Parkes, chief executive of Hewden try out the 400th new Hewden machine to come off the line at the JCB headquarters in Staffordshire.
Hewden launches customer training division
Hewden has launched a new customer training division, designed to help organisations operate as safely and efficiently as possible.
Edgbaston gets ready for top spot battle
With just days to go before the crunch third Npower test match between England and India, staff at Edgbaston Cricket ground are working hard to get everything in tiptop condition.
Tomorrow's talent… today. Hewden recruits more graduates
Recruiting graduates, especially during tough economic times is a challenge for any business, but, claims Hewden, is vital if companies want to bring fresh talent and ideas in to their operations.
Hewden offers round-the-clock breakdown service
Hewden has launched a new 24-hour breakdown service to ensure the safe and reliable operation of its plant, access and power equipment, and to minimise the cost and inconvenience of any downtime.
Digging for Evidence
With the aid of a Live Link tracking system and some Bear Grylls-like determination, Hewden has successfully recovered a stolen excavator found buried deep in the undergrowth!
Hewden Fit launched
Hewden has today launched a new initiative called ‘Hewden Fit’ and to celebrate, is offering customers the chance to win an iPad 2 in a special prize draw.
Hewden announces Skanska contract win
Hewden the national, multi-product hire specialist has today announced a new two-year deal to supply powered access equipment to Skanska in the UK.
Mud, Sweat, and Cheers
Children at a Stourport primary school, Wilden All Saints now have their outdoor education area restored to its former glory, thanks to local plant hire company, Hewden.
CG Power Solutions UK chooses Hewden
CG Power Solutions UK chooses Hewden for crane and plant hire on major London Gateway power and Scottish wind farm projects.
Investing in new access equipment
Hewden, the national, multi-product hire specialist, has invested in excess of £1.2 million to increase the size and availability of its access equipment portfolio.
Hewden's Marathon Effort
In the run up to this year's London marathon, The Mall in Westminster was a hive of activity, with Hewden providing a range of machines to ensure that the stage was set for one of the world's biggest running events.
Royal Wedding Fever Reaches New Heights
A 55 tonne all terrain crane, operated by Hewden, the national, multi-product hire specialist, has assisted with preparations for the royal wedding.
Get It While You Can (UPDATED, 13 APR 2011)
With the days getting longer, the weather (or the most part) settling down, the work load is now beginning to increase... Are you ready for the new season?
Hewden scores RoSPA Gold hat trick
For the third year running, Hewden, the national multi-product rental specialist, has achieved Gold in the prestigious RoSPA Occupational Health and Safety Awards.
New 2011 Product Brochure out now!
Our new 2011 brochure is out now! With its new, simplified format, the brochure shows the value we add and share with you, our customer, in addition to how we work to reduce risk and contribute to the communities in which we serve.
Hewden shortlisted for prestigious HAE award
Hewden has been successfully shortlisted for the Excellence in Health and Safety Management category in the forthcoming Hire Association Europe (HAE) awards.
Corporate Social Responsibility Report published
With the publication of the first Hewden Corporate Responsibility Report, we are delighted to bring together our activities and achievements in this important area for the first time.
Hewden assists with UK's biggest civil emergency exercise
Hewden has supplied equipment to the Environment Agency to assist with its involvement in Exercise Watermark - the national multi-agency flooding exercise.
Hewden achieves INEOS safety award
Hewden, the national multi-product hire specialist, has been recognised for its high standards of safety by the petrochemical company, INEOS.
Hewden shortlisted for European Rental Award
Hewden has been shortlisted for the European Rental Awards 2011 - Rental Safety Award.
Hewden invests £20 million in new hire equipment
This is the first stage in one of the largest investment programmes by the plant hire sector since the start of the recession and marks a “vote of confidence” in the future of both the company and the construction sector.
Hewden gives Fire Fighters’ charity a lift
A charitable Hertfordshire Fire Fighter’s attempt to recreate a stunt made famous by illusionist David Blaine has been given a lift by the UK’s specialist hire equipment firm, Hewden.
Hewden goes Christmas Crazy to Help the Homeless
With Christmas fast approaching Hewden, the UK’s specialist hire equipment firm has teamed up with homeless charity CRASH to bring some Christmas spirit to construction sites and raise money and awareness for homeless people throughout the UK
Nationwide Pedal Power
Hewden helps the unemployed saddle up for a future career in construction (NOW WITH VIDEO)
Hewden achieves second RoSPA Gold and shows support for a safer industry
For the second year running, Hewden has won the RoSPA Gold Award from the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) in recognition of its robust health and safety practices at each of its 63 depots across the UK.
Hewden signs national deal with Skanska
Hewden, the UK specialist plant hire company, has signed a two-year deal with one of the world’s leading construction groups, Skanska, worth up to £2 million per year.
Exclusive England branded equipment
With World Cup fever sweeping the country Hewden is bringing the feel-good factor to the construction site by introducing an exclusive range of England branded equipment available for hire throughout the UK.
Finning Sells Hewden, its UK Equipment Rental Business
Finning announced today that it has sold Hewden, its UK equipment rental business, to an affiliate of Sun European Partners, LLP, the European adviser to Sun Capital Partners.
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