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Sitech joins the SPOA

SITECH UK & Ireland has joined the Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA), with the aim of building relationships with plant operators and introducing construction technology to new sectors across Scotland.

With CITB forecasts predicting annual growth in Scottish construction over the next five years, productivity, accuracy and safety remain key industry priorities. SITECH, an authorised dealer of Trimble civil construction field systems in the UK and Ireland, hopes its membership will help support the sector’s continued development.

The SPOA represents the Scottish plant industry and has around 250 members, including plant hire companies and equipment suppliers. It promotes innovation and industry training, while representing members’ interests on issues affecting the sector.

Liam Payne, Technical Sales Consultant at SITECH UK & Ireland, said: “SITECH is proud to become a member of the SPOA as it represents a mark of quality in the industry. Having already attended events in Aberdeen, we have seen immediate benefits from membership, including networking with prospective clients in mechanical, electrical, power and renewables businesses, which has translated into multiple sales opportunities.

“By combining both on- and off-machine technology, plant hire operators can benefit from precision earthmoving, improved performance and reduced rework. Trimble Business Centre and Works Manager complete the fully connected technology ecosystem, providing total visibility and control across a project's multiple phases – all of which helps support teams on the ground complete work accurately and on time.”

With Scotland targeting net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2045, decarbonisation is another priority for the SPOA. SITECH says its technology, training and expertise can help customers improve fleet performance and sustainability, including meeting increasingly stringent environmental requirements.

Gail McEwen, Vice President of the Scottish Plant Owners Association, said: “To meet rising demand, construction firms are rethinking how they approach projects from start to finish. Technology is transforming the construction landscape across Scotland, and digital tools are helping projects achieve better levels of productivity, accuracy, safety and sustainability. The SPOA is pleased to welcome SITECH as a new member, contributing to the wider digital innovation taking place across the plant and construction sectors.”