Boost for builders’ workloads but major challenges remain
NEW research has highlighted a 'continued upward trend' in the repair, maintenance, and improvement (RMI) building work in Q2 this year.
The findings were revealed...
Scotland’s modern apprenticeship funding gets £8.8 million boost
PROVIDERS of apprenticeships are to see their funding rise by 10% in 2027-28, the Scottish Government has announced.
Modern apprenticeship contribution rates support the training...
New research reveals office occupiers attracted by green credentials
NEW research has revealed that the need for 'flexible, energy-efficient' office space is set to drive the market across Scotland's central belt into 2023.
Data...
Cowal Building and Plumbing Supplies completes Cameron’s acquisition
COWAL Building and Plumbing Supplies has completed the acquisition of John Cameron Plumbers and Builders Merchants.
The move adds to the firm's merchant group that...
Saint-Gobain’s latest acquisition boosts off-site offering
SAINT-Gobain UK & Ireland has completed the acquisition of SIG Roofspace Solutions, a firm which specialises in panelised roofing and room-in-roof solutions for housebuilders.
SIG Roofspace Solutions...
Scottish Government launches new space strategy
THE Scottish Government has launched a new strategy in a bid to secure a £4 billion share of the global space market.
It will seek...
16 years of profit for Cruden
THE Cruden Group has increased profit by 48% to £7.1 million for the year to 31 March 2015 - the 16th year in a...
Turner & Townsend reshapes UK leadership team as business prepares for further growth
TURNER & Townsend has announced changes to its UK leadership as the business prepares for growth.
Patricia Moore becomes MD for Europe, the Middle East...
Farrans confirmed as contractor for £29.5 million Govan – Partick Bridge project
GLASGOW City Council has confirmed the contract for the Govan - Partick Bridge project has been awarded to Farrans (Construction) Limited.
The £29.5 million Glasgow...
Govan Housing Group head of finance & corporate services to step down
GOVAN Housing Group has announced that Roger Dulin, the organisation’s long‑standing group head of finance & corporate services, will step down from his role...
Bellway launches new division to service east of Scotland
HOUSEBUILDER Bellway has launched a new division in the east of Scotland, which aims to help meet demand for new homes in the area.
Bellway...
Joinery business hails expansion into eco-friendly cabins
AN East Lothian specialist joinery business has revealed how the firm received a 'lockdown lift' after diversifying into staycation cabins, which have attracted interest...
Engineering design firm confirms raft of senior promotions
A global MEP design consultancy has announced several senior promotions as the business ramps up growth plans.
Black and White Engineering (B&W) has appointed Scott...
Clark Contracts announces finance director appointment
CLARK Contracts has announced the appointment of Mark McPeake as finance director.
In his new role, Mark will be responsible for leading the company’s financial...
Allied Surveyors Scotland acquires Edinburgh Commercial Property
ALLIED Surveyors Scotland has acquired the business and goodwill interests of Edinburgh Commercial Property (ECP).
Leith-based ECP, which has been led by founder and owner...
Robertson Construction Northern appoints new MD
IAN Phillips has been appointed as the new MD of Robertson Construction Northern following the retirement Frank Reid.
With over three decades of experience in...
Clients urged to support supply chains and ‘increase scrutiny’ for signs of distress
CONSTRUCTION businesses have been urged to stay close to supply chains when lockdown restrictions start to ease.
Turner & Townsend said its most recent UK...
Sector gives ‘cautious welcome’ to construction output stats
NEW Office for National Statistics (ONS) figures have revealed that UK construction output increased by 1.4% in the three months to January 2020, compared...
Scottish Water to put 1,000 apprentices at forefront of transformation plans
APPRENTICES will be 'essential' in making Scottish Water greener and fit for future generations, the utility firm has said.
Over 1,000 new starts are set...
Law firm expands construction team
Anderson Strathern has appointed Coral Riddell as a consultant in its expanding construction team.
The law firm said Ms Riddell’s arrival follows on from the...
