UKPO FINALS – DEMONSTRATES THE FINEST OPERATORS
A fantastic day was had by all who came along to UK Plant Operators Finals for 2024, held at CITB Bircham Newton.
Takeuchi had a busy challenge on the day – the Straight and Narrow trench test using the TB216 mini excavator to accurately complete a utilities trench. The TB216 challenge was the most popular on the day and completed by over 60 finalists.
The Takeuchi ‘Straight and Narrow’ contest was so close that the judges could not separate the top 3, putting all 3 into the final Dig-Off.
The day was packed full of various operator challenges across all types of construction plant and contestants were really put to the test, having to complete 5 challenges each.
Well done to all the finalists and winners. The final was as tense as previous years and featured a Takeuchi 15 tonne TB2150R, used to lift and accurately position a 1-tonne concrete block.
Pictured here the 3 equal winners of the Takeuchi challenge, James Penman went on to be crowned UK Plant Operator of the Year 2024
It was great to meet all the operators, families and supporters who made the day a fantastic construction industry event. There was plenty to entertain and encourage future young operators into the industry.
A big thanks must go out to the judges, CITB and the organisers UK Plant Operator Magazine who put together a great event.
”The UKPO Final gets better and better each year. Takeuchi UK have been a proud sponsor since the start. Finals day is a great opportunity to mix with some of the UK’s best operators. The challenges really put operators through their paces testing their nerves and skills. Well done all the winners on the day!
Holly CookeMarketing Manager Takeuchi UK
