Collins Earthworks is part of a group of companies generating in excess of £180m per annum. Our ethos has been striving for repeat business from our clients, promoting consistent good workmanship throughout.
The company was founded by David Collins, firstly as a sole trader, then registering Collins Contractors Plant Hire in 2000. In 2006 our trading name was changed to Collins Earthworks. Based in Ripley, the company has worked throughout Great Britain. We have been fortunate to achieve an increased turnover through the years and established several affiliated companies. Collins Earthworks has been managing major earthmoving and civil projects for over 20 years. Midlands-based, we provide a fast, flexible, reliable and professional service nationwide. We have a long-running success in meeting the demands of our customers providing bespoke solutions from consultation through to completion. We are constantly making investments in our fleet and staff.
We have been fortunate to achieve an increased turnover throughout the years and established several affiliated companies. These being firstly EnviroTrac in 2008 to do ground stabilisation utilising lime & cement. Following this was Collins Training in 2013 enabling all training to be done in-house whilst also servicing outside clients. Collins Demolition was formed in early 2016 to handle all site preparation works for the earthworks as well as acting as a principal contractor for their clients. In March 2018 we added Collins Earthworks (Transport) who not only moves our fleet but manages over 7000 movements of heavy plant equipment each year and offers clients excellent prices on their heavy haulage requirements. The final addition to the group was Collins Plant Sales, established in February 2019. Collins Plant Sales has been awarded Volvo utility equipment main dealer status to cover Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire. Supplying the full Volvo range of compact excavators from 1.5 to 9.0-tonne, wheeled loaders up to 1m³ capacity and tandem asphalt compactors.
As we endeavour to become a greener company our commitments to sustainable investments have become of vast importance to our future. Having taken delivery of the UK’s first Volvo EC750E and EC950E excavators and L25 Electric wheeled loader. In May 2022 Collins Earthworks added two of the UK's first Hybrid
Collins is proud to be the largest Earthworks company in the UK, coming from over 20 years of experience. Whether it’s Plant Hire, Contracting, Surveying, Aggregates or Civil Engineering, your project is in good hands.
With use of an experienced team and the latest machinery for every project, you can expect the very best Demolition services from us. Whether it’s Remediation, Asbestos Management or even Asset Realisation, Collins are your first point of call.
We offer Stabilisation as a service to ultimately save you from those costly material disposals, thank us later. Collins has over 20 years of experience with Rolling Dynamic Compaction, Ground Improvements, Modification and more.
With our Transportation services, you no longer have to carry the responsibility of that heavy haulage. Collins has managed over 7000 movements of heavy plant equipment each year. We have the right vehicles for every project, take our word for it.
At Collins, we have a selection of plant machinery that will not disappoint. Our team can secure the best deal you are eligible for with our panel of trustworthy lenders, whether it’s new equipment, used equipment or even parts.
With our 30+ years of training experience, we can offer you the bespoke training required to get you from one point to another. Receive nationally recognised certification afterwards, to reward you for all of your hard work and efforts. Site Safety plus approved courses and SMSTS & SSSTS courses available.
We are committed to client satisfaction and provide reliable demolition services.
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We are fully licensed, insured, and employ certified demolition professionals.