H. E. Services Places Major £25 Million Order with Marubeni-Komatsu Ltd

H. E. Services (Plant Hire) Ltd, the United Kingdom’s leading specialist in plant hire, is proud to announce a significant investment with a large-scale order of over 250 machines from the world renowned manufacturer Komatsu. The order is valued at £25 million, marking one of the most substantial fleet upgrades in the company’s history.

The new machines range from compact 1.5 tonne excavators to powerful 49 tonne models, and will be used to replace and upgrade the existing fleet across H. E. Services’ nationwide network. This investment ensures that customers continue to benefit from the most advanced, efficient and reliable equipment available.

H. E. Services major Marubeni Komatsu Order
H. E. Services major Marubeni Komatsu Order

For over fifty years, H. E. Services has built a strong reputation for excellence in plant hire, delivering quality machinery and outstanding service. This latest move reflects the company’s continued commitment to innovation and maintaining its position at the forefront of the industry.

Richard Stevens, Plant and Transport Manager at H. E. Services, commented:

“This investment demonstrates our ongoing promise to provide the highest standard of machines to our customers. Komatsu equipment is known for its performance, reliability and operator comfort. These new additions will further strengthen our ability to serve the growing demands of the construction and infrastructure sectors throughout the UK.”

Brian Graham, Managing Director at Marubeni-Komatsu Ltd added:

“We are delighted to continue our long-standing relationship with H. E. Services. Their confidence in Komatsu reflects the strength of our machines, our support network and our shared commitment to delivering quality and innovation to customers across the UK.”

Deliveries of the new machines will take place in stages, with the first arrivals expected later this year and the remainder continuing into next year. As they arrive, the machines will be distributed across H. E. Services’ network of 11 depots, including key locations such as Ashford, Cardiff, Durham and Daventry. This targeted coverage strengthens the company’s ability to support a wide range of sectors including construction, civil engineering, infrastructure and utilities across the UK.

With a focus on sustainability, the Komatsu machines also bring improvements in fuel efficiency, reduced emissions and enhanced operator experience. These benefits align with H. E. Services’ commitment to environmentally responsible operations and its long term fleet strategy.

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Information correct as of: November 2025