Edinburgh-based executive search companies set to merge
TWO Edinburgh-headquartered executive search companies are merging in a move tipped to deliver significant growth in fee income over the next 12-18 months.
Real estate...
Glasgow law practice launches commercial property arm
A Glasgow-based law firm has launched a commercial property arm less than six months after being founded.
Matheson Lawson has added experienced solicitor Donna Carson...
New Balfour Beatty group chief executive gets to work
PHILIP Hoare has started his new role as group chief executive at Balfour Beatty, succeeding Leo Quinn.
A civil engineer, Philip Hoare brings over 30...
Glasgow launches promotional body to unlock city’s potential
GLASGOW City Council has launched a new promotional body to serve as Glasgow's 'voice to the world' as it aims to unlock the city's...
CBRE appointed to market two student accommodation assets in Edinburgh
CBRE has been appointed by the University of Edinburgh to bring to market two student accommodation assets in the south of the capital.
David Horn...
FMB survey uncovers ‘troubling trend’ in Scottish building industry
A new survey from the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has revealed a 'troubling trend' in the Scottish building industry. The organisation said that,...
Investors opt for quality over quantity in Scottish commercial property
INVESTORS in Scottish commercial property are increasingly focussing their interests on high-quality, well-located assets, according to new analysis from Knight Frank.
The firm said this...
Fleming secures tranche of contracts across central Scotland
GLASGOW-headquartered Fleming has announced a tranche of new construction contract wins across central Scotland.
The contracts span a range of sectors - including healthcare, early...
GBSS Civil Engineering makes senior appointment to support growth plans
FALKIRK-based GBSS Civil Engineering has appointed Lee Marshall as operations manager as it continues to scale up operations and services across Scotland.
Lee joins GBSS...
Raft of firms sign up to new Highland Trusted Trader scheme
A newly launched Trusted Trader scheme in the Highlands is already gaining momentum with businesses from Aviemore to Tain signing up.
Launched by the Highland...
Critical infrastructure investment maintains growth momentum at Clancy
CLANCY has reported sustained growth across its work in energy, water, and civil engineering in its results for the 2024/25 financial year.
In its 67th...
Heat pump manufacturer expands UK distribution network
HEAT pump manufacturer Qvantum UK has expanded its UK mainland distribution network with the appointment of HVAC supplier Exi-tite as a partner.
Headquartered in Ballygawley,...
Site challenges see Aurs Road project costs rise to £28 million
THE cost of the Aurs Road project, which will create a safer route between Barrhead and Newton Mearns, has risen to a projected £28...
LHC Procurement Group strengthens senior team with double appointment
LHC Procurement Group (LHCPG) has announced two senior hires. Graham Collie has been promoted as director of product innovation, while Rory Evans becomes new...
SME workloads increase but skills and cost pressures remain problematic
THE UK construction industry is showing 'strong signs of recovery' in the first half of 2025, but skills and cost pressures persist, new research...
Wood and Equinor extend UK collaboration
WOOD has secured a three-year contract extension to provide operations, maintenance, modifications, and support services (OMMS) on Equinor's assets at the Mariner field.
The extended...
NorDan acquires majority stake in Esk Glazing
WINDOWS and doors manufacturer NorDan UK is strengthening its operations in Scotland's north east after acquiring a majority shareholding in Esk Glazing Ltd.
The deal...
Pat Munro to deliver majority of Elgin’s levelling up programme
PAT Munro Construction has been appointed by Moray Council as the lead contractor for the civil engineering and construction framework that will deliver a...
City Gate Construction forms new operational board
CITY Gate Construction (CGC) has announced the formation of a new operational board and three senior promotions.
The move comes as part of the Renfrewshire-based...
Many Scottish firms ‘unprepared’ for new fraud prevention obligations
THE UK’s new Failure to Prevent Fraud offence comes into force today, but many Scottish businesses remain 'underprepared' to comply with their legal obligations,...
