Huws Gray backs next generation of tradespeople with tools donation
BUILDERS' merchant Huws Gray has revealed how it demonstrated its commitment to the next generation of tradespeople by donating kits of additional tools to...
Sidey gets good vibes after award shortlisting
FENESTRATION specialist Sidey's green credentials have been recognised after the firm was named as a finalist in The VIBES – Scottish Environment Business Awards.
Sidey...
New procurement competition launched for A9 dualling between Tomatin and Moy
THE Scottish Government has launched a new procurement competition for the dualling of the A9 between Tomatin and Moy.
The contract notice for the construction...
Affordable homes to be built at Leith development
82 apartment homes, located at the CALA Homes (East) Waterfront Plaza development, will be built in addition to 15 homes for discounted “Golden Share” sale.
Scotland could be set for £10 billion investment through offshore wind bid
BP and German firm, EnBW, have unveiled plans for a potential £10 billion investment in Scotland that they say would make the country the...
Groundforce Shorco confirms upgrade of online design tool
GROUNDFORCE Shorco has announced the introduction of an 'industry first' in temporary works solutions.
Engineers and temporary works coordinators are set to get 'unprecedented access'...
Why are Scotland’s first-time buyers being given no hope?
By Craig Fairfoull, head of sales and marketing at developer Dundas
THE outcry over the scrapping of the top rate of tax and the inevitable...
Aberdeen base for architects
WILLIAM Lippe Architects Ltd opened a new office in Aberdeen recently to complement their existing premises in Inverurie.
The office will be managed by Associate,...
SWG3 has plans approved for build of multi-purpose hotel in Glasgow
PLANS have been approved for the build of a 142-bedroom multi-purpose hotel adjacent to SWG3 in Glasgow.
To be built at the corner of Eastvale...
MSP visits Paisley Town Hall refurbishment scheme to mark Apprenticeship Week
GEORGE Adam MSP, the minister for parliamentary business, was among visitors to the Paisley Town Hall, which is currently undergoing a major refurbishment, to...
Construction training helps rebuild lives
AN Edinburgh-based construction social enterprise has been giving local trainees paid work experience on a project to convert shipping containers into artist studios in...
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...
Morgan Sindall eyes use of local firms on Ardrossan Campus build
MORGAN Sindall is to host a meet the buyer event to discuss opportunities for local firms on the build of Ardrossan Campus.
Taking place on...
WH Malcolm snaps up Asda warehouse for £3m
WH Malcolm has purchased a former Asda warehouse in Scotland's largest industrial property deal of 2017.
The logistics and construction business has snapped up the 260,000 square...
Clark Contracts launches trainee recruitment drive following careers events
CLARK Contracts has opened applications for trainee and apprentice positions following its 8th annual careers event.
Held in the east and west of Scotland throughout...
Shepherd secures new industrial base for Iconic Scots brand
SHEPHERD Chartered Surveyors has secured 10,000 sq ft of industrial space at Bellshill Industrial Estate for iconic Scottish brand, Tunnock's.
A five year lease on...
Dundee city centre development opportunity brought to market
SHEPHERD Chartered Surveyors is bringing a Dundee city centre development opportunity with potential for student accommodation and other residential/commercial uses to market.
Offers in the...
‘Pivotal’ stage reached in plans for Dundee junction upgrades
HOUSEBUILDER Springfield Properties has signed a Minute of Agreement with Transport Scotland, allowing works to begin on the Swallow roundabout near its Dykes of...
Deer leaps to offer safe passage for animal on Highland rail line
NETWORK Rail has completed the installation of 15 deer leaps along the railway boundary on the line between Kinbrace and Forsinard in the Highlands.
Deer...
Strathclyde students complete GRAHAM mentoring scheme
Engineering students from the University of Strathclyde recently completed a construction mentoring scheme supported by GRAHAM Construction.
The seven-month scheme gave the students an introduction...
