Travis Perkins has acquired its 1,500th JCB machine, the product of its 15-year business relationship with JCB. The machine is part of a £3m contract for JCB excavators and forklifts.

Richard Dey, Travis Perkins' group hire director, said: "We operate in a very competitive marketplace and are committed to providing our customers with the most efficient and modern equipment available.

"The addition of the latest micro and mini excavators ensures we continue to exceed our customers' expectations and maintain industry-leading utilisation rates for our fleet.

"The excellent service support from JCB is also integral to our decision to place this new order."