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Sunbelt sets JCB record

29 March 2021

Sunbelt sets JCB record

As Easter approaches there’s even more positive news. Sunbelt Rentals is investing in 2,100 new JCB machines in a deal worth £65m - described as the biggest ever order from a UK customer in the manufacturer’s 75-year history. 

To meet growing demand, the hirer is investing in telescopic handlers, mini and midi excavators, site dumpers, tracked excavators and rough terrain fork lifts.

Sunbelt Rentals is also buying 350 access platforms, JCB’s biggest-ever UK deal for this equipment following its entry into this market in 2017. 

The order comes as JCB recruits hundreds of new shop floor employees as a result of soaring demand, as previously reported. The new machines are being built at the company’s production lines in the UK for delivery to Sunbelt’s 200-strong UK depot network. 

Sunbelt’s chief executive officer, Andy Wright, pictured left, said: “Sunbelt is committed to owning the youngest and most innovative equipment in the industry and the JCB range offers fantastic quality and solutions for our customers throughout the UK. We have performed strongly throughout the pandemic and this significant order supports our determination to maintain and expand our market leadership position within the UK.” 

JCB chief executive officer, Graeme Macdonald, commented: “It’s the biggest ever order from a JCB customer in the UK and we are delighted to secure this business. It’s also fantastic to win a large deal for our access platforms from such a well-respected fleet customer.” 

As the blog recorded last week, Sunbelt Rentals has played a crucial role in providing equipment and services to support the NHS and the pandemic response. 


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