Hewden, the UK's number one equipment rental provider, is set to stage its second annual equipment auction of 2007. The Hewden Auction, now in its fifth year, is Europe's largest disposal of used construction equipment, vehicles, cranes and associated items.

Attracting international buyers from Russia, the Middle East and many countries through Europe, the next Hewden Auction will be held on Saturday 13th October, at Thompson Limited's Sterling House auction centre in South Yorkshire.

Thompson's auction organiser, Paul Thompson, F.N.A.V.A, said, "Customers are able to buy second hand equipment with the confidence of knowing it has come from a credible source, and more importantly, that it has been well maintained and regularly serviced."

As seen in previous years, the auction covers machinery ranging from cranes, large plant items, access equipment, as well as heavy equipment, including loaders and dump trucks.

Hewden's General Manager of Product and Pricing, Alan Huddart, said, "We have held successful auctions in the past and this year looks set to be just as popular. With both domestic and international buyers showing considerable interest, it demonstrates that the second hand equipment market is still thriving"

"These auctions provide a perfect platform for us to sell on our quality used equipment. We continuously invest in our fleet, having spent more than £80 million this year alone to consistently reduce the average age profile of our plant hire equipment," continues Huddart.

Buyers are invited to register online at www.hewden.co.uk. Once registered, buyers will be contacted via email, with updates on new items coming into the sale.