Sensors power next generation SHM in civil engineering applications

Sherborne Sensors’ Mike Baker examines how field-proven sensor technology lies at the heart of Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) innovation. STRUCTURAL Health Monitoring (SHM) is an...

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...

Inch Cape Offshore Wind Farm build progresses

Careys is to start work on the next phase of the Inch Cape Offshore Wind Farm build on the East Lothian coast. Contracted by Siemens...

George Leslie appointed to remove old pier at Brodick

GEORGE Leslie Ltd has been appointed by Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited (CMAL) as principal contractor to remove the old pier at Brodick Ferry Terminal. Work...
David Owens and Lee Marshall

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...

AmcoGiffen to lead £2.7m transformation of Barrhead’s Carlibar Park

BARRHEAD'S Carlibar Park is to be 'transformed' in a £2.7 million project to turn derelict land into attractive green space and reduce flood risks. Led...

RJ McLeod to deliver enabling works on Ardrossan Community Campus project

NORTH Ayrshire Council has appointed RJ McLeod to carry out enabling works on the build of the new Ardrossan Community Campus. Enabling works at the...
HMP Perth

Civil engineering academy launches at HMP Perth

HMP Perth has become the first prison in Scotland to offer a civil engineering training programme for people in custody. Established by the Civil Engineering...

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...

North east civils firms join forces to boost apprenticeship opportunities

A number of civil engineering contractors in Scotland’s north east have collaborated to transform opportunities for would-be construction apprentices in the region. When Rachel O’Donnell...

Restoration of bridge connecting Scotland and England receives major award

A project to restore the Union Chain Bridge, which connects Scotland and England, has been recognised by some of the world's leading engineering organisations. A...

Ground specialist eyes ‘steady’ Scottish growth

AARSLEFF Ground Engineering MD Kevin Hague is targeting ‘steady’ growth in Scotland as the business responds to its third significant challenge in recent years. Aarsleff...

Scottish Civil Engineering Awards launched

THE search is underway for Scotland’s top engineering and construction projects with the launch of the 2020/21 Scottish Civil Engineering Awards. Organised jointly by CECA...

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...
Amrit Singh, GBSS apprentice

Construction apprenticeships offer ‘future-proof’ careers amid AI concerns

A GBSS Civil Engineering apprentice has revealed that he chose a career in construction as he believes the sector will continue to offer excellent...

Story Contracting launches ‘virtual’ work experience scheme

STORY Contracting has launched a virtual work experience programme for young people across the UK, to ensure students don't lose out due to the...

Glenfinnan Viaduct project begins following ‘years of planning’

A £3.4 million project to carry out repairs on the 123-year-old Glenfinnan Viaduct is underway. Network Rail, alongside principal contractor AmcoGiffen, have set up a...

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...

Scotland’s Emerging Engineer 2021 named

ALICE Butler, a graduate at MHB Consultant, has been named Scotland’s Emerging Engineer 2021. ‘The Influence of Top-Hat Strengthening Solutions on Shear Stresses in a...

TSL launches new utilities division

TSL Contractors has launched its own utilities division, with the move described as enabling the firm to provide a full range of Water Industry...