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We love a new machine Monday at M O’Brien. Just delivered and put straight to work is our new Liebherr Group 626 tracked loading shovel. With the latest tier 5 emissions standards, this will provide economical operation for our customers as well as improve air quality which will be vital when working in tunnel applications. Fitted with all of our usual safety … Read More

M O’Brien have just completed another successful earthworks operation supporting their valued client with their box pushing activity. Crackley Box was built in situ next to the existing railway in order to be pushed into position during a 10 day rail closure, this new construction method allows for the underpass to be built with minimal disruption to the existing rail … Read More

M O’Brien Plant Hire has been busy taking delivery of more new Caterpillar equipment from UK and Ireland dealer Finning. This multi unit order for 2023 includes: M O’Brien is really pleased to continue its relationship with Caterpillar enabling it to supply premium products to its customers sites. The Cat next Gen dozer range integrates perfectly with Trimble’s Earthworks machine control solutions … Read More

M O’Brien was really pleased to be invited by Costain to its A30 project wide safety stand down day in Cornwall. Supporting the project with both Plant Hire services and Drainage installation sub contract works M O’Brien is playing a strong supporting role in the delivery of this important scheme. Conducting red zone training to raise awareness of people plant … Read More

We had a great weekend at Thames Tideway family day hosted by CVB! Over 600 people attended the event to see the impressive works being carried out to provide a cleaner future for London and the River Thames. Giving everyone that works on a project the opportunity to bring their families to the project to view the great work that … Read More

We are very proud to be supporting such a fantastic event again this year that will be showcasing the young talent that are progressing their careers in the Construction industry. The event takes place at the Heart of England conference and events centre on the 6th of July, where M O’Brien will be in attendance to hand out the awards … Read More

We were thrilled to be in attendance this week for the  Health, Safety and Environment Stand Down Day organised by the Galliford Try RDP team at the Norfolk Showground. With a number of schemes getting ready for construction in the region, the day delivered targeted workshops, staged drama and the latest technology with a focus on construction readiness. The M … Read More

After completing the initial preparation works for the record breaking Marston box bridge over the 2021 Christmas break, the M O’Brien Civil engineering team returned to the M42 this year to support Balfour Beatty Vinci working on behalf of HS2, to slide the 12,600 tonne bridge structure a distance of 165 meters into its final position over the M42 motorway. M O’Brien undertook all … Read More

M O’Brien would like to wish all of its staff, customers and supply chain partners a very happy new year full of happiness and prosperity! Thank you for all your hard work and trust placed in the M O’Brien group of companies. We look forward to welcoming you all back on the 3rd of January and working with you throughout … Read More

This year as an alternative to Christmas cards M O’Brien have been making donations to chosen domestic charities to support those in need throughout this festive time of year. The charities we have been supporting include; FareShare UK, The Trussell Trust and Action for Children. We have also been supporting our customers efforts to collect food, supplies and Christmas presents for those in most … Read More