Procurement process begins for fifth A9 Dualling programme contract
THE procurement process is formally underway for the fifth A9 Dualling programme contract, for the Pitlochry to Killiecrankie project.
A contract notice published by Transport...
New images highlight Wester Hailes net zero carbon development progress
NEW images have been released detailing the progress being made on the Wester Hailes net zero carbon affordable housing development in Edinburgh.
Located at the...
The Commonwealth catalyst: the legacy behind Glasgow’s games
By Niki Spence, head of sustainable communities at Clyde Gateway
IN just a year’s time Glasgow will welcome back the Commonwealth Games to our city,...
United Capital completes sale of Saltire Facilities Management to global giant
UNITED Capital Group has announced the sale of Saltire Facilities Management Ltd to Japan-headquartered Daikin Industries Ltd.
The transaction concludes United Capital Group’s five-year ownership...
Historic Glasgow building to be revamped into student complex
WORK is underway to transform a B-listed former office block in Glasgow into a 140-room student accommodation complex.
Clark Contracts is delivering the refurbishment at...
Dozens of Glasgow homes benefit from bathroom replacement programme
CCG Asset Management, the planned maintenance division of the CCG Group, has completed a significant bathroom replacement programme in south Glasgow.
41 residences owned and...
Green light for new £15m industrial park in Dyce
PLANS have been approved for a new £15 million industrial park in Dyce, Aberdeen.
Arrowmere Capital, part of the Hurstwood Holdings Group, is behind the...
Building engineering workers agree three-year wage deal
UNITE the union and building engineering services employers have agreed a three-year pay deal for operatives, described as being worth almost 10% over its...
Oil and gas workers to be supported in transition to sustainable energy roles
A new programme has been launched to help oil and gas workers in the north east of Scotland transition into the sustainable energy sector.
The...
Political visits provide showcase for timber frame construction
CHRIS Kane MP has become the latest politician to visit Deeside Timberframe’s Throsk manufacturing facility, touring the expanded site just weeks after MSP Alex...
Balfour Beatty updates sustainability strategy
BALFOUR Beatty has announced an update of its Building New Futures Sustainability Strategy.
The contractor explained the strategy ensures a 'holistic approach' that addresses the...
Build of £18.3m Balgray Railway Station underway
GROUND has been broken on the £18.3 million build of Balgray Railway Station which will serve Barrhead and its growing communities.
Network Rail contracted Story...
Andy Williamson appointed MD of The Pallet LOOP
ANDY Williamson has been promoted to the role of MD at The Pallet LOOP, the circular economy pallet provider for the UK construction sector.
Previously commercial...
Civils contractor celebrates Horizontal Directional Drilling milestone
CIVILS contractor Nicol of Skene has revealed it is marking 20 years of delivering Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) services this month.
The firm introduced HDD to...
UHI targets European partnerships to boost hydrogen offering
UHI North, West, and Hebrides is looking to boost its reputation in hydrogen training and innovation as it eyes European partnerships.
The learning institute delivers...
Construction products manufacturing returned to growth in Q2
NEW research has revealed that UK construction products manufacturing returned to growth in the second quarter of 2025.
The findings were revealed in the Construction...
476-home Edinburgh BTR neighbourhood reaches practical completion
ROBERTSON Construction Central East has delivered a further 139 homes for build to rent (BTR) developer and operator Moda at The McEwan, a wellbeing-focused...
Procast charity golf day goes with a swing
RETROFIT specialist Procast Group has announced it raised more than £7,000 for charity following the success of the firm's annual golf event.
Affectionately known as...
Glasgow-headquartered ground engineering specialist expands Midlands presence
GLASGOW-headquartered Akela Ground Engineering, part of the Akela Group, has announced it is continuing to grow its presence across The Midlands after securing a fourth...
Shortlist revealed for 2025 Scaffolding Excellence Awards
SCAFFOLDING and access trade body NASC has revealed the shortlist for the Scaffolding Excellence Awards 2025.
The awards celebrate industry achievements across nine distinct categories....
