Removal of Loch Lomond electricity lines moves step closer
A project to remove electricity lines from the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park is a step closer following Ofgem provisionally approving a...
Doka solutions bring positive energy to Clyde project
DOKA supplied more than 150 tonnes of Slipform equipment for the ‘safe, time-effective’ construction of concrete walls at a major Energy from Waste (EfW)...
New podcast explores reality of electrical apprenticeships
ELECTRICAL apprentices have revealed pranks and behind-the-scenes secrets in the first episode of a new podcast from the Scottish Electrical Charitable Training Trust (SECTT)...
UK Government business secretary: ‘vital’ that construction remains open
THE UK Government's business secretary has said that it is 'vital' that construction work continues amidst the Covid-19 pandemic.
The statement came in a letter addressed...
Council confirms talks with Aberdeen FC as beachfront masterplan to be developed
ABERDEEN City Council is to develop a beach masterplan to better link its coastal area with the city centre.
The local authority explained that the...
Scottish Government warns proposed UK Government bill puts capital programme funding at risk
THE Scottish Government has warned that the proposed UK Internal Market Bill would 'reverse devolution' and put funding at risk for some capital programmes.
The...
Advantage Advance – Construction firm secure growth award
Outift recognised at Scottish Business Awards as success story continues
Starting out in 1983 with only £27 in his back pocket Seamus Shields has overseen...
Recycled brick innovation wins international sustainability award
KENOTEQ'S K-Briq, a brick made from more than 90% construction waste material, has won the public vote in the 2022 Dezeen Sustainability Award.
The product...
New sales manager appointed at Cruden Homes (West)
THE Cruden Group has appointed Shonagh Morgan as sales manager for Cruden Homes (West).
She brings over 20 years of experience from the housebuilding and property industry...
GAP’s joint MD in the frame for top director accolade
GLASGOW-based construction equipment hire giant GAP has announced that its joint managing director Iain Anderson is in contention for a top business award.
He has...
Builder helps Glasgow’s homeless with fleece donation
HOUSEBUILDER Merchant Homes has donated 200 fleeces to The Marie Trust in Glasgow to help the city’s most vulnerable people during the winter months.
The...
Building services contractor appoints new commercial director
BUILDINGS services contractor Arc-Tech (Scotland) has appointed Andrew Halliday as commercial director.
The Glasgow-based business, which was founded in 2016 and specialises in mechanical, electrical...
Allied Surveyors Scotland expands into St Andrews
Allied Surveyors Scotland has announced the appointment of a director to its new office in St Andrews.
Nigel Forrest will head the valuation department of...
New College Lanarkshire graduate triumphs in digital construction contest
AN architectural technology graduate representing New College Lanarkshire is celebrating after triumphing in a national competition for digital construction.
Pawel Kudosz won the Autodesk Digital...
BAM vows not to ‘shy away’ from responsibilities as sustainability strategy launched
THE Royal BAM Group has published its new sustainability strategy focusing on six key themes in accordance with the United Nations’ sustainable development goals.
It...
£60 million Ayrshire Eco-Therapy Wellness Park plans a step closer to reality
A Proposal of Application Notice (PAN) for The Barony Eco-Therapy Wellness Park, located on the site of the former Barony Colliery, has been submitted...
Cala completes purchase of land to deliver third phase of Jackton development
CALA Homes (West) has completed the purchase of 18 acres of land in Jackton ahead of the build of 126 new homes on the...
Places for People acquires half of BIGG Regeneration
REGENERATION specialist Places for People has acquired Igloo Fund's 50% share of BIGG Regeneration, a Joint Venture between Igloo Fund and Scottish Canals that...
Housing developer warns over potential cost inflations
A housing developer is urging homebuyers to purchase homes now to beat inflation following a surge in housing prices throughout Scotland.
Across the country...
Aberdeen entrepreneur expands business portfolio
AN Aberdeen businessman has expanded his painting and decorating portfolio with the acquisition of a north east organisation.
Artur Levickis, who owns A&B Property Services,...
