16/10/2026
At CCE Plant Sales, we believe the strongest business relationships are built on trust, shared values and a genuine commitment to supporting one another.
That's why we're particularly proud to celebrate the continued growth of our good friends at Miles Hire, their exciting collaboration with Robert Price Builders' Merchants, and the latest additions to their expanding Kubota fleet.
Miles Hire has a long history of working successfully alongside independent builders' merchants, so when a connection with Robert Price developed through the Construction Show, it opened the door to a partnership that made perfect sense.
Operating over 30 branches, Robert Price remains a Welsh owned independent business, making it an ideal fit for Miles Hire.
Their locations, customer base, reputation and shared values all contributed to bringing the two businesses together.
And in a construction market increasingly dominated by national companies, that independence means a great deal.
As the Miles Hire team explained:
"It's a massive part of our identity as a business. In a market increasingly dominated by national companies, independents are key."
At the heart of the collaboration is one simple goal: convenience.
By bringing plant and tool hire together with building materials, customers can access more of what they need from one location, saving valuable time and making it easier to keep projects moving.
With Miles Hire's network covering the M4 corridor, customers can find support close to where they're working.
Newport was the ideal location to begin the partnership, providing a valuable connection towards Chepstow, Bristol and beyond.
The response from customers has been extremely positive, with the Newport operation proving a fantastic addition to Miles Hire's business and working hand in hand with Robert Price.
It's also helped Miles Hire reach new customers and projects across South Wales. With Swansea based businesses working in Newport and Newport based contractors travelling further west, the spread of Miles Hire's four depots provides valuable flexibility and coverage.
As Miles Hire continues to expand, investing in dependable, high quality machinery remains essential.
We're delighted to have recently supplied 2 new Kubota excavators to support their growing hire fleet:
🔸Kubota U17-5, supplied with a Whites manual hitch and buckets, offering compact, zero tail swing performance that's ideal for restricted access applications.
🔸Kubota U27-4, supplied with a Whites Totalock 2 hydraulic hitch and buckets, providing impressive digging capability and excellent versatility for a wide range of projects.
Both machines have been professionally signwritten by Killer Image, and we think you'll agree, they look fantastic in the Miles Hire colours!
For Miles Hire, choosing the right machinery is about much more than the initial investment. Reliability, operator experience, versatility, long term value and dependable backup all contribute to keeping customers working with confidence.
As the team told us:
"Plant, especially the right brands like Kubota, is vital for our growth. Investment in reliable equipment gives our customers confidence."
One thing we're especially proud of at CCE Plant Sales is the relationship we've built with Miles Hire over the years.
We know that as a hire business grows, having the right machinery is only part of the picture. Reliable aftersales support, parts availability, servicing and a dealer who understands your business are equally important.
When we asked Miles Hire how important their relationship with suppliers such as CCE Plant Sales has been, their answer meant a great deal to us:
"The connection with CCE has allowed us to grow. It's about working together, and thanks to their support, we are where we are today!"
For us, that's what being a trusted machinery supplier is all about.
With further expansion planned for 2027, the future is looking bright for Miles Hire.
Their collaboration with Robert Price is helping create new opportunities, strengthen their reach across South Wales and give customers a convenient, personal alternative to larger national operators.
And when we asked Miles Hire to sum up the partnership in one sentence, they said it perfectly:
"A partnership in the construction industry that gives customers the convenience, confidence and personal touch that still matters to them."
To Ryan, Darren and the entire Miles Hire team, thank you for your continued loyalty, trust and support. We're incredibly proud to be part of your journey and look forward to supporting your continued success.
Congratulations to Miles Hire and Robert Price Builders' Merchants on a fantastic partnership. Here's to strong relationships, continued investment and an exciting future for independent Welsh businesses!
CCE Plant Sales is proud to support business that keep our industry moving.
