Plans progress for build of £3.9 billion AI energy campus in Ravenscraig
CONSULTATION is continuing on plans to develop a £3.9 billion AI energy campus at the former Ravenscraig steelworks site.
The proposals, from renewable energy developer...
Minister wants clarity on AWPR progress
SCOTLAND’S transport secretary Michael Matheson has requested an 'urgent' meeting with the board members of the contractors delivering the landmark Aberdeen bypass project to...
Mackintosh at the Willow crowned Scotland’s ‘Project of the Year’
GLASGOW’S Mackintosh at the Willow has been named ‘Project of the Year’ at the RICS Awards 2019, Scotland.
The project restored the Willow Tearooms at...
Scottish Construction Accord officially launched with the aim of transforming sector
THE Scottish Construction Accord has officially been launched in a move designed to help businesses thrive, enhance working conditions for employees, improve the delivery of...
476-home Edinburgh BTR neighbourhood reaches practical completion
ROBERTSON Construction Central East has delivered a further 139 homes for build to rent (BTR) developer and operator Moda at The McEwan, a wellbeing-focused...
Cruden lands £43.3m contract to transform ‘iconic’ former Glasgow hospital site
CRUDEN Building has been awarded a £43.3 million contract by Beech Grove Homes to deliver the second phase of the transformation of the former...
Oregon expansion brings welcome jobs boost
A leading Scottish timber frame manufacturer has dug deep in an ambitious attempt to target growth in the English housing market.
Oregon Timber Frame has...
Scottish budget sees record investment in affordable housing
THE Scottish Government has announced over £5 billion to tackle the climate emergency, £4.3 billion in transport funding, and a record investment in affordable...
David Adamson and Partners deal marks Hardies fifth acquisition in five years
THE purchase of the Edinburgh and Kirkcaldy offices of property and costs consultancy David Adamson and Partners marks Hardies Property & Construction Consultants’ fifth...
Latest output figures show signs of sector recovery
THE latest ONS statistics have shown signs of recovery in the UK construction sector following a tough start to 2018.
Construction output continued its decline...
Budget offers ‘mixed news’ for UK construction sector
THE UK construction sector has offered a mixed response to chancellor Rachel Reeves’ first budget since Labour’s General Election victory earlier this year.
The rate...
Cala Group sold for £1.35 billion
HOUSEBUILDER Cala Group is set for new ownership following an agreed sale with an enterprise value of £1.35 billion.
The business confirmed an agreement has...
Scottish Water appoints seven firms for new £5 billion delivery vehicle
SEVEN firms have been appointed to form a new delivery vehicle to support Scotland's water and wastewater services in a deal worth up to...
Housebuilders hold talks with cabinet secretary over planning issues
SENIOR figures from Scotland's housebuilding sector have held talks with Aileen Campbell MSP, cabinet secretary for communities and local government, to discuss overcoming concerns...
Balfour Beatty bags £35m Perth roads contract
Balfour Beatty will deliver the first phase of the Perth Transport Futures project after securing the £35 million contract.
The firm will create a new junction on the...
Build of Dunfermline Learning Campus reaches highest point
A topping out ceremony has marked a major milestone in the build of the new Dunfermline Learning Campus.
Pupils helped Scottish Government education secretary Jenny...
SME housebuilding challenges under the spotlight during ‘Awareness Week’
THE challenges faced by SME housebuilders in Scotland and the need for 'urgent' regulatory reform will be under the spotlight this week.
A range of...
‘Substantial investment’ paves the way for next phase of Ravenscraig regeneration
A Proposal of Application Notice (PAN) has been submitted to North Lanarkshire Council for the extraction and remediation works of 200 acres of land...
Construction sector urged to show flexibility in face of economic challenges
TURNER & Townsend has called for 'agility and adaptability' as the construction industry adjusts to the cancellation of the northern leg of HS2.
In its...
RIAS Awards 2017 winners announced
The winners have been announced for the RIAS Awards 2017.
The Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) announced 12 winners at its recent Awards...
