Budget: Scottish projects to benefit from Levelling Up Fund
SCOTTISH projects have been awarded a combined £172 million as part of the UK Government's Levelling Up Fund, it was revealed in chancellor Rishi...
Fifteen contractors appointed to £500m public sector framework in Scotland
FIFTEEN contractors have secured places on a £500 million framework to deliver new build, infrastructure and refurbishment works for Scotland's public sector.
The Public Buildings...
New research shows ‘damning situation’ regarding material and labour pressures
ALMOST nine in ten local builders have had to delay jobs due to a lack of materials or skilled tradespeople, according to new research.
The...
‘Change Makers’ to outline vision for future of Scotland’s construction sector
A dozen young professionals from the built environment and construction sector have formed an alliance to help shape the industry's future.
The Built Environment Change...
Timber’s role in sustainable construction to be showcased during Glasgow COP26 summit
THE role of timber construction is set to be highlighted during the COP26 climate summit in Glasgow at a number of events.
The Wood for...
Plans submitted for £33.8m Perthshire leisure-led development
PLANS for a new £33.8 million leisure-led development at West Kinfauns, Perthshire have been submitted to Perth and Kinross Council.
Morris Leslie Group is behind...
Balfour Beatty agrees ‘largest sustainable linked loan’ in UK construction sector
BALFOUR Beatty has announced the firm has reached agreement for the conversion of its £375 million revolving credit facility (RCF) to the 'largest sustainability...
SFT report highlights organisation’s ‘pivotal’ role in supporting Scotland’s construction sector
THE Scottish Futures Trust (SFT) has provided details of its 'pivotal' role in helping Scotland come through the pandemic and work towards net zero.
The...
New chair appointed at Construction Scotland Industry Leadership Group
RON Fraser has been appointed as the new chair of Construction Scotland Industry Leadership Group (CSILG). He will succeed Ken Gillespie from November 1.
He...
Stewart Milne Group puts timber systems business up for sale
STEWART Milne Group has announced it is selling its timber systems business to focus on investing in the growth of Stewart Milne Homes across...
COP26: time to build a better future
THE eyes of the world will be on Glasgow shortly when the city hosts the COP26 global gathering.
The built environment will take centre stage...
Edinburgh project highlights Balfour Beatty’s roadmap towards ‘zero carbon construction site’
BALFOUR Beatty has launched the company's roadmap towards a zero carbon construction site, demonstrating the 'art of the possible' for the Edinburgh Biomes project...
Sustainability demands increasingly influencing Scottish investment decisions
LISMORE Real Estate has released its review of the Scottish investment market for the third quarter of 2021, which highlights the growing importance of...
‘Groundbreaking’ solar and wind power development underway in Irvine
THE Farm Energy Company has broken ground on its 28MW solar and wind power development at GSK’s Irvine facility, described as one of Scotland’s...
Glasgow’s Smart Canal wins Greatest Contribution to Scotland Award
EUROPE'S first 'smart canal' has won the Greatest Contribution to Scotland award at this year's Scottish Civil Engineering Awards.
The North Glasgow Integrated Water Management System gives...
Progress being made on £88m project to transform Glasgow Meat Market site
PROGRESS is being made on an £88 million project to build over 500 new homes at the site of the former Glasgow Meat Market,...
Aberdeenshire firm honoured for derelict croft renovation work
ABERDEENSHIRE-based Coldwells Building Company is celebrating after winning a top prize at the Federation of Master Builders’ (FMB) National Master Builder Awards for its...
Balfour Beatty lands £85m overhead line contract in west of Scotland
BALFOUR Beatty has secured an £85 million contract for the second phase of overhead line works between Port Ann and Crossaig, on behalf of...
Glasgow unveils £30 billion ‘Greenprint’ investment plan to boost net zero goals
GLASGOW City Council has launched a £30 billion portfolio of investment projects designed to aid the city's ambition of becoming net zero by 2030.
The...
Milestone moment for £55m Maybole education campus plans
HUB South West has announced financial close has been reached with South Ayrshire Council and Morgan Sindall to start work on a £55 million...
