Demolition of Cumbernauld’s Fleming House nears completion
DEMOLITION of Cumbernauld's Fleming House is nearing completion, North Lanarkshire Council has announced.
The top-down removal of both wings next to the A8011 and Tryst...
Safety guide published for apprentices returning to college
THE Construction Industry Coronavirus (CICV) Forum has helped develop a new set of guidelines designed to keep staff and apprentices safe in Scotland's colleges...
Rolls-Royce begins build of energy storage facility in Falkirk
ROLLS-Royce has commenced work on an engineering, procurement, and construction EPC contract from Voltaria Helios Energy Storage to build a large-scale battery energy storage...
SNIPEF completes rebranding exercise
THE Scotland and Northern Ireland Plumbing Employers’ Federation (SNIPEF) has undertaken a rebranding exercise and launched a new website.
The trade body has revealed its...
New report highlights benefits of sustainable HVAC systems
A new white paper is highlighting the importance of sustainable HVAC systems to construction professionals.
The resource, from polymer specialist REHAU, identifies issues around building overheating,...
Plans submitted for mixed-use Glasgow Merchant City development
ARTISAN Real Estate has lodged a planning application for a new multi-million pound mixed-use development in Glasgow's Merchant City.
Situated at 65-97 Ingram Street on...
New 5G facility in North Lanarkshire allows pupils to experience outer space
THE UK's first immersive classroom has been delivered in North Lanarkshire in a move which developers say will allow pupils to experience what it's...
Local community to see final New Brunstane masterplan
LOCAL residents and organisations will get the chance to see the proposed masterplan for New Brunstane in Edinburgh at a community consultation event.
The EDI...
BIM investment pays off for contractor
GRAHAM Construction has become the first contractor in the UK to achieve a prestigious certification for Building Information Modelling (BIM).
The company has achieved British...
House prices in Scotland continue to rise
HOUSE prices in Scotland are still rising, but at a slightly slower rate, according to the September Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Residential...
Mactaggart & Mickel launches Centenary Forest in Symington
MACTAGGART & Mickel has planted the first trees in its new 150-acre Centenary Forest at Burnbrae, Symington.
More than 124,000 trees will be established, creating...
Balfour Beatty begins build of West Edinburgh Link
BALFOUR Beatty has commenced works on the creation of the West Edinburgh Link on behalf of the City of Edinburgh Council.
The local authority said...
Barratt donation helps tackle food poverty in Scotland
BARRATT Developments Scotland has donated £30,000 to help provide support for children and adults impacted by food inequality.
Edinburgh’s Empty Kitchens, Full Hearts, Glasgow’s Launch...
Greenock firm to lead second phase of Clune Park demolition
DEMOLITION is back underway at Clune Park as contractors begin phase two of clearing dangerous buildings within the Port Glasgow estate.
Work to clear the...
Glamping design consultancy unveils portable luxury pod
EDINBURGH-headquartered glamping site design consultancy, Glampitect, has announced the launch of the Middle East’s first portable luxury glamping pod.
Calum MacLeod set up the business...
City Building apprentices have passion for fashion
A group of young apprentices from Scottish construction firm, City Building, has helped set up the latest fashion and design exhibition from British designer,...
New College Lanarkshire scoops top BIM training award
NEW College Lanarkshire has been named the best training provider of Building Information Modelling (BIM) at an industry awards ceremony.
The college won Best BIM...
RSPB makes call to Scottish Parliament over ‘perilous’ state of nature
THE RSPB has called on the Scottish Parliament to introduce a host of new measures to protect nature in the country.
The wildlife charity said...
Report reveals SSE Renewables’ ‘unrivalled’ construction pipeline
SSE Renewables has marked its 20th anniversary in offshore wind delivery by publishing a report outlining how it has progressed over the last two...
Space Zero delivers interior design inspiration for new East and West Lothian schools
PUPILS in East and West Lothian have started the academic year in new learning environments designed by consultancy Space Zero.
The company provided interior design...
