Art installation outside new Glasgow office celebrates city’s heritage
AN art installation celebrating Glasgow's heritage has been ‘planted’ in front of 177 Bothwell Street by HFD, the property company behind the new office...
Workplace initiatives lead to factory jobs in Fife
CR Smith welcomed seven new recruits to its manufacturing plant in Fife this summer, who all joined through cross-industry jobs initiatives that support people...
Report warns power challenges pose ‘substantial’ hurdles for offshore wind sector
NEW research has revealed that 'persistent' power challenges pose 'substantial' hurdles for the offshore wind industry.
The Race to Renewables report, authored by energy solutions specialist Aggreko,...
Levenmouth project boosts rail career prospects for local community
NINE young people have taken their first steps towards a potential career in the rail industry thanks to the Levenmouth Rail Link Skills Academy.
The...
Building blocks of change: inspiring young people into carpentry
By Graeme Binnie, a joinery lecturer at West Lothian College and founder of the West Lothian Woodworking Initiative
WOMEN working in construction recently hit an...
Sod-cutting ceremony marks start of work on new South Queensferry homes
A sod-cutting ceremony has marked the start of construction of 100 new social homes for Sanctuary Scotland in South Queensferry.
The properties are part of Lovell...
New milestone reached at Highland flood protection scheme
MORRISON Construction has announced that the final phase of works on a Highland flood alleviation scheme is underway.
The contractor is on site for the...
Plans unveiled for new Leith residential-led development
S Harrison Developments has outlined proposals for a new residential-led development at Ocean Point 2 in Leith.
Neighbouring Ocean Point 1, whose occupiers include VisitScotland,...
Scottish university to aid major Westminster restoration project
EXPERTS from Heriot-Watt University have been brought on board to help protect those working on the restoration and renewal of the Palace of Westminster.
The...
PERI appoints UK agent to drive awareness of paving production pallet
PERI has appointed Procter Johnson, a supplier of pigment and additive to the concrete industry, as its UK agent to expand reach and drive...
High oil price boosts office activity in Aberdeen
ABERDEEN'S office market is picking up following a 'subdued' start to the year, according to new research from Knight Frank.
The commercial property consultancy found...
Work completes ahead of schedule on renewal of Keith bridge
NETWORK Rail has completed renewal work on the Banff Turnpike railway bridge near Keith, allowing the A95 to reopen two weeks ahead of schedule.
The...
COWI awarded Pre-FEED contracts for Ayre and Bowdun offshore wind projects
ENGINEERING consulting group COWI has secured a contract from Thistle Wind Partners (TWP), a joint venture involving DEME, Qair and Aspiravi, with a focus...
Gleeds celebrates great workplace culture recognition
PROPERTY and construction consultancy Gleeds has announced it has officially been named one of the UK’s Best Workplaces by Great Place to Work, a...
Contractor raises £30,000 for Aberdeen charity
GRAHAM has raised £30,000 for Aberdeen-based Charlie House through a food and drink cabin for its construction workers, as part of the contractor's commitment...
CALA submits plans for third phase of Grandhome site
CALA Homes has submitted a planning application to Aberdeen City Council for the 55-home third phase of its Grandhome development in Bridge of Don.
The...
Land acquired to allow pre-construction and enabling works at Ratho Station development
HOUSEBUILDER Taylor Wimpey East Scotland has acquired land to build 132 new homes at its Lauder Grove development, on land off Hillwood Gardens towards...
Prominent Edinburgh steakhouse brought to market
AN Edinburgh restaurant which has been trading for 24 years has been brought to market by DM Hall as a result of the owner’s...
New homes mark milestone for Midlothian development
CALA Homes (East) has delivered 14 new affordable homes at a Midlothian housing development.
The builder has worked with Melville Housing Association to construct the...
Deserving causes benefit from Esh community scheme
AN Edinburgh radio station for adults on the autistic spectrum, a West Lothian refuge for women and children made homeless due to domestic abuse and...
