Edinburgh Napier University academic to head Centre for Advance Timber Technology
PROFESSOR Robert Hairstans has been appointing as founding director of the New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering's (NMITE) Centre for Advance Timber Technology.
Professor...
Gillespie takes the reins at Homes for Scotland
FORMER Galliford Try chief operating officer Ken Gillespie has been appointed chair of Homes for Scotland (HFS).
He has worked in the UK construction and housebuilding...
£8 million Alloa housing project completes
KINGDOM Housing Association (KHA) has completed its latest development at Elm Grove, Alloa, delivering 54 new homes.
The project is a collaborative arrangement between KHA,...
Championing change and collaboration to address sustainability challenges
By Richard Campbell, the new chair of the Institution of Structural Engineers Scotland, and director at Will Rudd Glasgow
Due to the combined understanding of...
Silver service at Marshall Construction
ALLOA-based Marshall Construction Ltd has recognised eight employees, all of whom have recently celebrated at least 25 years continuous service with the company.
The long serving staff cover a...
Grants worth up to £20m available in bid to decarbonise public sector buildings
THE Scottish Government has launched a new funding scheme offering up to £20 million in grants to support the decarbonisation of public sector buildings.
Local...
Electrical firm founder honoured for presentation skills
THE founder and managing director of an East Kilbride-based electrical business has won a “best presentation” accolade at hub South West business development course.
Steven...
Investment in people pays off for building services specialist
GLASGOW-based building services contractor Arc-Tech (Scotland) has reached a significant milestone after taking on its 100th employee.
The firm, which specialises in industrial & commercial,...
St Andrews Timber & Building Supplies ramps up electric fleet investment
ST Andrews Timber & Building Supplies has announced it has completed the first phase of a significant investment in its electric fleet with the...
Development site in Loch Lomond and Trossachs planning area goes to market
DM Hall is marketing the opportunity to acquire a redundant traditional Coldrach Steadings in Drymen with planning consent for seven residential units and three...
Warmworks opens Shetland office to support delivery of heat and energy efficiency initiative
WARMWORKS has opened an office in Lerwick to support the local community during the delivery of the new Heat and Energy Efficient Scotland: Area-Based Scheme.
The...
NGHA director awarded honorary doctorate for contribution to social housing
NEW Gorbals Housing Association director Fraser Stewart has been awarded an honorary doctorate by Glasgow School of Art.
He was recognised for his commitment to...
Stantec acquires Barton Willmore
STANTEC has has acquired planning and design consultancy, Barton Willmore, in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group.
The international engineering, design and...
DM Hall extends support for Scotland’s charity sector
PARTNERS at DM Hall have decided to extend the duration of their funding support for two Scottish charities, Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland and...
NFRC claims Milburn report is ‘welcome dose of reality’
THE NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) has backed the publication of Alan Milburn's Young People and Work report, claiming its findings highlight concerns...
Green light for Craigie Campus plans
UNIVERSITY of the West of Scotland has secured planning permission in principle for 102 residential dwellings at its Craigie Campus in Ayr.
The Masterplan by Keppie Design...
Support for plans to regenerate site of 19th century Peebles mill
WHITEBURN Projects has received a positive endorsement for its plans to regenerate the former March Street Mill in Peebles.
The Edinburgh-based developer's proposals are recommended...
BESA Scotland golf day goes with a swing
THE Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) Scotland's third annual golf day has been hailed a huge success after more than 70 members took part...
Engineering services provider invests in electric vans
EDWIN James Group has announced the launch of a pilot programme tipped to eventually replace around 70 diesel vans per year with eco-friendly alternatives.
The...
Positive energy: landmark aerial platform deal struck
THE first Hinowa Lightlift 33.17 aerial platform in Scotland has been sold to Aurora Energy Services.
The machine, bought from Access Platform Sales (APS), will...
