GBSS dumpers

GBSS appointed to ‘landmark’ regeneration project in Falkirk

GBSS Civil Engineering has been appointed to support Robertson Construction in the delivery of Lock 16 Scotland's Centre of Excellence for Canals and Traditional...
Farrans workers on site

Farrans to recruit for 60 graduate, placement and apprenticeship roles

CIVIL engineering and building contractor Farrans has opened applications for its 2027 graduate, placement and apprenticeship positions. The business is recruiting for 60 aspiring construction...
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Expanded foam manufacturer completes Cordek acquisition

EFP Group, comprising Engineered Foam Products and Springvale EPS, has completed the acquisition of Cordek Ltd, a specialist in the manufacture of technical solutions...
Extension work at Caledonian Hotel in Edinburgh

Topping out milestone for historic Edinburgh hotel extension project

CIVIL and structural engineering consultancy Will Rudd has marked a milestone following the official topping out of a nine-storey extension at the A-listed Caledonian...
New housing development in Glasgow

Scottish housing contracts boost Akela Construction project pipeline

AKELA Construction, part of the Akela Group, has hailed a 'solid' first half of the year with a pipeline of new contract wins totalling...
Wallyford Toll Roundabout

Agile approach helps unlock active travel hub in East Lothian

WHEN Akela Construction was appointed principal contractor for the £1.2 million Wallyford Toll Roundabout Improvement Scheme, MD Robert Ogg knew his team wasn’t going...
Pipeline upgrade work being carried out in Saltcoats

Digging deep to deliver pipeline upgrade work in North Ayrshire

DIRECTIONAL drilling beneath a watercourse has been carried out as part of a project to install a new pipeline for Scottish Water in North...
Angus MacGregor, BAM

ICE Scotland judges wowed by STEM and safety achievements

ICE Scotland has revealed the regional winners of this year’s STEM Ambassador of the Year and the Princess Royal Award for Emerging Engineers, ahead...

Conquip Engineering Group targets Scottish growth after opening new Livingston base

CONQUIP Engineering Group is targeting growth in Scotland after opening a new base in Livingston. The firm specialises in design-engineering and manufacturing equipment ranging from...
David Macdonald, CECA Scotland

CECA Scotland welcomes new regional director ahead of annual awards

TICKETS are still available for the Scottish Civil Engineering Awards, which will take place at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC) on September 25. CECA...
Teddington Lock, London

‘Robust’ solution braces Teddington Lock for refurb works

MODULAR hydraulic props from Groundforce Shorco are providing support on a project to refurbish Teddington Lock on the River Thames in west London. Teddington Lock...
GBSS dumpers

Falkirk firm looks to tackle construction skills shortage

FALKIRK-based GBSS Civil Engineering has supported 15 employees in achieving SVQs across a range of construction disciplines over the past year. The news follows a...

Innovative peatland restoration method utilised on Highland wind farm project

AN alternative peatland restoration method has been undertaken at Golticlay Wind Farm in Caithness. The wind farm is being delivered by Farrans on behalf of...

Charles Brand begins £2.2 million Tarbert Harbour marina slipway project

CIVIL engineering specialist Charles Brand has commenced works on a £2.2 million marina slipway project at Tarbert Harbour. The project will see the creation of...

George Leslie to commence repair work at Port Askaig Harbour

GEORGE Leslie is to begin work to repair damage sustained at Port Askaig Harbour following its refurbishment in 2024. Argyll & Bute Council said the...
Leo Harkin and Scott Macphail

Civils consultancy highlights alternative career routes through inspiring talent story

EAST Kilbride-based civil engineering consultancy Dougall Baillie Associates (DBA) is celebrating the progress of aspiring engineer Leo Harkin (20), who has evolved from high...

BH Civil Engineering lands Heron Bros contracts

BH Civil Engineering has secured two Heron Bros contracts to support the development of Home Bargains stores in Dunfermline and Carfin. The contracts comprise all...

SSEN Transmission begins drilling works at Rattray Head for Spittal to Peterhead project

DRILLING operations are underway at Rattray Head in Aberdeenshire as part SSEN Transmission's Spittal to Peterhead high voltage direct current (HVDC) project. The works represent...
Beaver Bridges Ltd receiving contractor of the year award

Contractor earns award recognition for bridge engineering excellence

BRIDGE design and build contractor Beaver Bridges Ltd is celebrating after being named Civil Engineering UK Bridge Contractor of the Year 2026 at the...

Work begins on Whitesands flood protection scheme

MCLAUGHLIN & Harvey has commenced construction on the Whitesands flood protection project on behalf of Dumfries & Galloway Council. A groundbreaking ceremony was held to...