Persimmon profits exceed £1 billion

HOUSEBUILDER Persimmon has announced a 4% rise in revenue to £3.74 billion for the year ended December 31, 2018, and a 13% increase in...

Avant appoints new site manager at Stewarton development

AVANT Homes Scotland has appointed a new site manager at its Draffen Park development in Stewarton, Ayrshire. Lynne Scullion has been promoted to the role...

Montagu Evans appoints new partner in Edinburgh

BRYCE Stewart has been appointed as a partner at planning and development consultancy Montagu Evans' Edinburgh office. Described as a specialist in the industrial sector,...

M&E contractor lands fifth education package of works

M&E specialist Arc-Tech (Scotland) is celebrating the award of its latest education contract after landing a role in the refurbishment to the George Watson’s College...
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Scottish construction activity outlook ‘positive’ but shortages and costs challenges remain

NEW research has highlighted the impact of skills shortages and material costs on Scottish construction activity despite rising workloads. The Q1 2022 RICS UK Construction...

Shetland’s £566m wind farm build sees more than £70m spent on supply chain

THE Viking wind farm project has seen more than £70 million spent on suppliers since construction began on 2020 on the £566 million wind...
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STV moves into Edinburgh’s refurbished Orchard Brae House

STV has become the latest occupier to secure space at Edinburgh's Orchard Brae House, a year on from its refurbishment. The media company will take...
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‘Rare’ six-acre Glasgow industrial site marketed for sale

COLLIERS’ industrial & logistics team has been instructed to bring a six-acre Glasgow industrial facility for sale. 65 Craigton Road, Govan, boasts 65,489 sq ft...

‘Strong’ demand remains for high-quality Scottish office space

PROPERTY advisory specialist Lismore is forecasting 'growing interest' in prime city centre offices this year. The business has released its review of the Scottish investment...

Bid and tender specialist on course to break £1 million turnover barrier

AM Bid has announced the firm is on course to report a £1 million turnover for the first time after 'rebounding strongly' from the...

Pacific Building confirms raft of new appointments following contract wins

PACIFIC Building has announced the appointment of several new team members following recent contract awards and increased business demand from framework clients. Recent recruits include...
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Trade body backs consultation findings on cash retentions

THE Specialist Engineering Contractors’ (SEC) Group Scotland has welcomed the results of the Scottish Government's consultation on cash retentions. The trade body said analysis of...
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Wills Bros awarded Naver Bridge replacement contract

WILLS Bros Civil Engineering has been appointed by The Highland Council to deliver the Naver Bridge replacement project. Set-up works will start later this summer....
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Scottish Water announces partner for new common data environment platform

SCOTTISH Water has announced NTI Group as its implementation partner for a new common data environment (CDE) platform. The initiative will support Scottish Water's transition...

Morris & Spottiswood adds to senior team following raft of new housing projects

MORRIS & Spottiswood has secured a raft of new affordable housing projects across the UK and strengthened its housing team with a senior appointment. Three...

Edinburgh surveyor returns to where it all began with senior role

AN Edinburgh surveyor has come full circle after he rejoined the company that kickstarted his career. Lloyd Anderson joined Trident Building Consultancy after graduating from...

Johnstone retail park sold in multi-million-pound deal

PATON'S Mill Retail Park, located on the edge of Johnstone, Renfrewshire, has been sold in a deal worth almost £8 million. The park has been...

New supply chain manager appointed by hub South West

MARK Houston has been appointed supply chain development manager by hub South West following the retirement of Gordon Hunter. He joins the organisation from North...
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Springfield announces revenue and profit growth in annual accounts

SPRINGFIELD Properties has reported a 5.3% rise in revenue to £280.6 million for the year ended 31 May 2025. Pre-tax profit is up 95.9%...
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NASC confirms changes designed to improve membership application process

NASC, the scaffolding and access industry body, has announced a new application process allowing prospective members who meet the standards of membership to join...