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Forestry contractor finds perfect partner in the Etesia Attila 95

June 29, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Forestry contractor finds perfect partner in the Etesia Attila 95 For over 18 years, Telford’s Forestry Contracting has been helping to establish and maintain woodlands across Scotland. Managing and maintaining around 10,000 hectares, the company undertakes everything from tree planting and woodland creation through to ongoing forestry maintenance, ensuring young trees have the best possible […]

STIHL celebrates dealer excellence at landmark STIHL 100 Dealer Conference

June 29, 2026/in Events, News, Press Release/by Admin

STIHL celebrates dealer excellence at landmark STIHL 100 Dealer Conference STIHL GB has celebrated the achievements of its dealer network at its STIHL 100 Dealer Conference, bringing together STIHL Approved Dealers from across the country for a landmark event marking the company’s centenary year. The event marked 100 years since Andreas Stihl founded the business in 1926 […]

Forestry contractor finds perfect partner in the Etesia Attila 95

June 29, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

STIHL celebrates dealer excellence at landmark STIHL 100 Dealer Conference

June 29, 2026/in Events, News, Press Release/by Admin

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Forestry contractor finds perfect partner in the Etesia Attila 95

June 29, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Forestry contractor finds perfect partner in the Etesia Attila 95

For over 18 years, Telford’s Forestry Contracting has been helping to establish and maintain woodlands across Scotland. Managing and maintaining around 10,000 hectares, the company undertakes everything from tree planting and woodland creation through to ongoing forestry maintenance, ensuring young trees have the best possible start.

Forestry contractor finds perfect partner in the Etesia Attila 95

With such demanding work, having the right equipment is essential. That was exactly why owner Dave Telford began searching for a brushcutter capable of working efficiently between rows of newly planted trees while tackling the challenging terrain and vegetation found on forestry sites.

His search led him to the Etesia Attila 95, a machine that has already proved its worth just weeks after joining the fleet.

“I needed something that would fit between the tree rows,” explained Dave. “The machine had to be around 39 inches wide, but it also needed plenty of power. You’re dealing with steep ground, all kinds of vegetation and rough conditions, so I wanted something with a bit of grunt that could really get through it and keep the job productive.”

Rather than arranging multiple demonstrations, Dave carried out extensive research and sought advice from trusted contacts within the industry.

“I spoke to a lot of people and Etesia kept coming up. Then you watch videos online and see the reputation the machines have. I bought it based on that reputation and it’s definitely paid off.”

The Attila 95 has been put straight to work mowing between rows of young trees, where its combination of power, manoeuvrability and productivity has impressed from day one.

“It covers the ground really quickly,” said Dave. “It’s a good piece of kit and it leaves an excellent finish. Once the job’s done, it just looks tidy. The clients love it because the finished result is spot on.”

Designed specifically for demanding vegetation management, the Attila 95 combines a 95 cm cutting width with powerful brushcutting performance, making it capable of tackling dense growth while maintaining productivity of up to 12,000m² per hour. Its hydrostatic drive, low centre of gravity and excellent traction also allow operators to work confidently on slopes of up to 30 degrees.

One feature that has particularly stood out for Dave is the quality of cut, even when working in long vegetation.

“What I’ve noticed is that even if you have the cutting deck set at its highest position, around 120 millimetres, the finish is still excellent. You’d think it was cutting much lower because it leaves it looking so tidy.

“With a lot of machines I’ve hired in the past, when the grass is long, you’re driving over it and it just gets flattened rather than cut, so it looks like you’ve simply driven through it. The Etesia doesn’t do that. It cuts properly as you go. It’s just a really good design.”

Like any contractor, reliability and ease of maintenance were also high on Dave’s priority list. Downtime on remote forestry sites can be costly, making straightforward servicing a major advantage.

“I wanted something that was easy to fix if anything happened. The blades are really simple to change, so if you damage one onsite it’s literally a couple of minutes and you’re back working. You don’t have to lose half a day taking it back to the workshop. That’s a massive benefit for us.”

Dave purchased the machine through Lothian Turf Tech, where he received first-class support from Richard Fairnie and the team.

“I’d never dealt with them before, but they were recommended to me and they were absolutely brilliant.

“Richard brought the machine to me at a time that suited me, gave me a full demonstration and showed me everything I needed to know. I’d never even seen the machine before, but by the time he’d finished I was completely confident using it.

“The after-sales support has been excellent and the whole experience has been fantastic.”

Although it’s still early days, Dave has no doubts that investing in the Attila 95 was the right decision.

“It’s 100% been worthwhile,” he said. “Like any piece of equipment, it takes time to pay for itself, but this machine will pay for itself very quickly. There’s no doubt about that.”

For further information, please contact Etesia UK on 01295 680120 or visit www.etesia.co.uk.

For more news, reviews and insightful views, you can follow Etesia UK on X @EtesiaUK and like the company’s Facebook page – www.facebook.com/EtesiaUK. You can also view the latest Etesia videos by visiting www.youtube.com/EtesiaUK

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STIHL celebrates dealer excellence at landmark STIHL 100 Dealer Conference

June 29, 2026/in Events, News, Press Release/by Admin

STIHL celebrates dealer excellence at landmark STIHL 100 Dealer Conference

STIHL GB has celebrated the achievements of its dealer network at its STIHL 100 Dealer Conference, bringing together STIHL Approved Dealers from across the country for a landmark event marking the company’s centenary year.

STIHL celebrates dealer excellence at landmark STIHL 100 Dealer Conference

The event marked 100 years since Andreas Stihl founded the business in 1926 and provided an opportunity to recognise the vital role STIHL’s dealer network continues to play in delivering expert advice, service and support to customers nationwide.

The conference, held at STIHL’s British HQ, Contra House, had a celebratory atmosphere with a three-course dinner, live music and a STIHL 100 ice carving made by Mat Chaloner of Glacial Art ice sculptors, carved with a STIHL battery chainsaw for the occasion.

A highlight of the conference was the STIHL Dealer Awards, hosted by renowned garden designer, broadcaster and writer Joe Swift*, who presented awards recognising excellence across the dealer network.

Among the evening’s major winners were Sam Turners & Sons, who received the Marketing Excellence Award, Gammies Groundcare, who received the Leading Battery Dealer award, and Louise Danbury-Peters from Ibbetts who was recognised with the Star of the Dealership Award. Additional awards were presented across a range of categories celebrating outstanding business performance, customer service, and technical expertise.

The final award of the night, the STIHL 100 Award, was presented to Ron Smith & Co. for all-round excellence, recognising their consistent growth and commitment to the highest standards across every part of the business. As well as the award itself, director Mark Smith was presented with a Centennial Edition MS 500i chainsaw, which was launched in May to celebrate the company’s historic anniversary, and sold out in less than a week.

Kay Green, Managing Director of STIHL GB, said: “As we celebrate 100 years of STIHL, it is fitting that we recognise the people who have played such an important role in our success. Our dealer network has always been at the heart of the STIHL business, providing customers with trusted advice, expert support and exceptional service.

The STIHL 100 Dealer Conference was a fantastic opportunity to get together, reflect on our shared achievements and celebrate the outstanding individuals and businesses that continue to set the standard across the network. Congratulations to all of this year’s winners and finalists on their well-deserved recognition.”

For more information on STIHL products, visit www.stihl.co.uk or contact your nearest STIHL Approved Dealer.

Find out more about STIHL’s historic milestone, here: https://100.stihl.com.

Find the full list of award winners below:

Marketing Excellence Award – Sam Turner & Sons
Leading Parts & Accessories Dealer – Hire Services (Southern)
Customer Service & Aftercare Award – Sam Turner & Sons
Leading Retail Experience Award – Balmers
Technician of the Year – Wayne Bodinnar, Tudor Environmental
Star of the Dealership – Louise Danbury-Peters, Ibbetts
Leading Garden Machinery Dealer – Ron Smith & Co
Leading Battery Dealer – Gammies Groundcare Ltd
Leading Commercial Solutions Dealer – Denbigh Plant Services
Leading Forestry & Arb Dealer – Gustharts
STIHL 100 Award – Ron Smith & Co

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Forestry contractor finds perfect partner in the Etesia Attila 95

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