1、2024THE ECONOMIC IMPACT OF THE UK CONSTRUCTION PLANT-HIRE SECTOR2The Economic Contribution of the UK Construction Plant-hire Sector3The Economic Contribution of the UK Construction Plant-hire SectorTABLE OF CONTENTSForeword 4Executive summary 61.Introduction 101.1 The construction plant-hire sector

2、101.2 Economic benefits of the sector 132.Construction plant-hires direct contribution to the UK Economy 162.1 Direct contribution to GDP 162.2 Direct contribution to employment 163.Total contribution of the construction plant-hire sector 203.1 Indirect contribution 203.2 Induced contribution 213.3

3、Total contributions 22Appendix:Methodology 26Sizing the market 26Estimating the economic impact 284The Economic Contribution of the UK Construction Plant-hire SectorFOREWORDSince the CPA commissioned our colleagues at Oxford Economics to research and write this report into the size and scope of the

4、UKs plant-hire sector,it has provided us with an opportunity to look forward but also reflect on,what makes this sector so unique.It has showcased the people who work in it and the passion they bring to what they do.It shows why it is important we do more to raise the profile of plant-hire and celeb

5、rate its vital contribution to the wider construction sector.This is the first fully comprehensive study of the UKs plant-hire sector,and it makes a compelling read for both those employed in the sector,but also for policymakers and stakeholders the people we are looking to influence and inform,abou

6、t why it matters.It also helps put into perspective the breadth and scope of the sector and why it remains a key destination for highly skilled jobs and roles.From plant equipment operators,mechanics and logistical support to back-office roles and administration,the report shows that the sector only