New animation highlights benefits of certification for construction industry
SCOTLAND'S building standards scheme providers have released a new animation to explain the role certification plays in Scotland’s construction sector and how it can help...
Safe digging ‘anxiety’ keeping Brits awake at night
NEW research from LSBUD has claimed that Brits are embarking on so many DIY projects that concerns about staying safe while digging are keeping them...
Glasgow factory where jobs come before profits
A Glasgow factory where more than half of its 240 employees have a disability is celebrating a special milestone this year. Royal Strathclyde Blindcraft...
Sustainability breakfast club to launch in two further cities following Edinburgh success
A breakfast club bringing together sustainability professionals from across Scotland’s built environment is launching in two new cities, following its success in Edinburgh.
Sustainabuild Scotland,...
Glasgow apprentices honoured at awards ceremony
CITY Building apprentices were honoured at the Glasgow firm's annual Apprentice Awards ceremony, held in the City Chambers.
More than 80 apprentices were shortlisted across a...
Builder backs Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity’s campaign
TAYLOR Wimpey West Scotland has backed the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity's help inside the hardhat campaign.
The initiative aims to raise awareness of poor mental health...
Realise acquires Northern Ireland O&M division of Optinergy Ltd
PERTH-based Realise Energy Services has completed the acquisition of Optinergy Ltd, the Northern Ireland medium wind turbine operation and maintenance arm of Optinergy Ltd...
Pat Munro secures contract for project at Elgin’s Cooper Park pond
MORAY Council has awarded a contract to Pat Munro (Alness) Ltd to carry out essential drainage investigation works within Cooper Park pond in Elgin.
The work...
Ground engineering specialist bags health and safety accolade
AARSLEFF Ground Engineering has been recognised for its commitment to health and safety with a RoSPA Gold Award.
The firm will be presented with the...
Kingdom appoints new executive director of finance
THE Kingdom Group has appointed Leigh Grubb as its new executive director of finance.
An experienced chartered accountant, Leigh joins from Caledonia Housing Association where...
Roof tile manufacturer launches recruitment drive to help meet demand
ROOF tile manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles has announced it has launched a major recruitment drive in anticipation of what will be a record year...
Plans approved for new £18.3m East Renfrewshire railway station
PLANS have been approved for the £18.3 million build of a new railway station at Balgray in East Renfrewshire.
Network Rail and East Renfrewshire Council...
Consultant calls for industry task force and construction regulator
A leading consultant has claimed “urgent action” is needed to help resolve some of the issues currently engulfing the construction industry.
Len Bunton, a past...
Refurbishment work begins at landmark Glasgow building
CONSTRUCTION work is underway on a project to create a bar, restaurant and events space in Glasgow's famous Beresford building.
Pacific Building is delivering the...
Kier begins work on £42m Paisley Museum transformation
KIER has commenced construction work on the £42 million transformation of Paisley Museum.
The firm is delivering the main works phase on the campus, which...
McLaughlin & Harvey secures £10m education projects
McLaughlin & Harvey has been named main contractor of two major education construction projects, with a combined value of £10.8m.
The firm was appointed to construct the...
Timber merchant is boxing clever with sponsorship deal
INDEPENDENT timber merchant, MGM Timber Ltd, has announced it is sponsoring middleweight boxer Sam Hickey for the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.
Since 2019, MGM Timber’s...
GPH Builders Merchant becomes title sponsor of Scottish Highland Football League Cup
GPH Builders Merchants has signed a two year deal to become the title sponsor of the Scottish Highland Football League Cup.
The move will see...
Strong demand for Glasgow office space
Commercial office space take-up in Glasgow City Centre rose by nearly half in the second quarter of 2015 compared to the same period last...
Glasgow’s Lighthouse to be transformed into net zero innovation hub
PLANS have been approved to see The Lighthouse building in Glasgow city centre be used as a location to help climate tech firms grow.
Designed...
