akp to deliver UWS teaching and research labs
CONTRACTOR akp has been engaged to carry out the internal fit out of a newly extended University of the West of Scotland (UWS) building.
The...
Cranes help firm reach new highs
J & D Pierce (Contracts) Ltd has invested £1.5 million on two powerful all terrain mobile cranes.
The acquisition of the latest technologically advanced...
Newly-elected MSPs pledge support for regulation of the electrical industry
SELECT has wasted no time in continuing its campaign for regulation of the Scotland's electrical industry by securing the backing of two newly-elected MPS.
SNP...
West Lothian social housing project recognised with CCS award
LOVELL has announced its development site at Kirkhill in Broxburn has received a Bronze award at the Considerate Constructors Scheme’s (CCS) National Site Awards...
Marine survey work to assess additional Shetland HVDC Link 2 landfall location
SSEN Transmission is extending its current marine survey programme for the proposed Shetland HVDC Link 2 to assess an additional potential cable landfall point...
Housebuilder invests in digital tech enhancements
HOUSEBUILDER Story Homes has announced it is investing in a series of digital technological improvements.
The company has made a number of recent changes to...
Housing association reveals ‘record’ investment in affordable homes
FIFE-based Kingdom Housing Association has announced the organisation invested £87.76 million in its development programme in 2021/22 - the largest annual investment in affordable...
Scots shine at CITB awards evening
CUMNOCK'S Eddie Balmer has been recognised for his contribution to the construction of the SSE Hydro.
The Ayrshire man tasked with overseeing the building of the...
Argyll and Bute set for £70 million of investment
A transformational £70 million investment is to be made in Argyll and Bute with housing and skills amongst a range of areas set to...
Sector body welcomes housing emergency declaration and calls for regulatory reform
HOMES for Scotland (HFS) has welcomed the declaration of a national housing emergency.
The sector body is now calling for political leadership to demonstrate a...
Engineering consultant to review Dundee’s travel infrastructure
DUNDEE City Council has contracted an engineering consultant to identify options to shift the city's travel habits.
Jacobs will provide an option appraisal report to...
Mac Mic Land announces new CEO and unveils UK expansion plans
MAC Mic Land has unveiled ambitions to continue expanding its portfolio of UK sites as it confirms Steve Clegg as its new chief executive officer.
The...
Scottish Government announces £50m programme to transform derelict land
THE Scottish Government has announced that 'thousands of hectares' of vacant and derelict land across the country is to be transformed over the next...
CISRS launches new era of training reform to meet sector demands
THE Construction Industry Scaffolders Record Scheme (CISRS) has embarked on a reform programme, designed to transform scaffolding training and expand apprenticeship opportunities.
Following a governance...
Pacific Building confirms raft of new appointments following contract wins
PACIFIC Building has announced the appointment of several new team members following recent contract awards and increased business demand from framework clients.
Recent recruits include...
Home sales in Scotland rise at fastest rate in several years
ENQUIRIES from prospective homebuyers and newly agreed home sales in Scotland have risen at their fastest rate in several years, according to the latest...
Dura Products highlights green credentials with LCA results
DURA Products has confirmed its sustainability credentials with the release of new Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs) for its Durakerb, Duradrain and Durachannel products.
The LCA,...
Where we’re going with skills mix: a new paradigm for a sustainable energy future
By professor Norman McLennan, director of COES Caledonia Ltd and a visiting professor at The Scott Sutherland School of Architecture at Robert Gordon University.
The...
WGM Engineering to deliver Loch Turret energy upgrades
THE energy network at Loch Turret Water Treatment Works near Crieff is undergoing an 18-month upgrade that will see the construction of a new...
Highland community invests in its future
A larch-clad school has opened in the Highlands thanks in part to a community shares scheme set up by locals in the village of...
