Aberdeen homes containing RAAC to be demolished
A phased approach for the demolition of council and private homes affected by RAAC in Aberdeen has been agreed.
Project Scotland reported in August 2024...
Network Rail trials multi-angle camera system on helicopter to spot failures
NETWORK Rail has been testing a powerful new helicopter camera system that combines high-resolution photography with laser surveys and near-infrared images to give its...
ASSA ABLOY completes acquisition of Senior Architectural Systems
SENIOR Architectural Systems has been acquired by ASSA ABLOY, an international manufacturer of entrance solutions best known for the Yale and UNION brands.
With around...
Forth Valley College to deliver Scotland’s first drone training course
FORTH Valley College (FVC) is to become the first in the Scotland to deliver a drone training course.
The Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB)...
Phase one of Moray’s Dallas Dhu masterplan approved
PLANS for phase one of the wider Dallas Dhu masterplan have been approved by Moray Council.
The masterplan is a collaboration between the local authority...
Roofers report fall in workloads and level of new enquiries
NEW research from NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) has shown a drop in workloads and an 'alarming' fall in members' confidence.
The latest 'State...
Muir Timber Systems completes delivery of kits for 24 homes in Plean
MUIR Timber Systems has completed the delivery of timber kits for 24 affordable homes in Plean on behalf of Stirling Council.
The firm is also...
Housebuilder helps pupils celebrate World Book Day with visit from award-winning author
PUPILS at St Elizabeth’s Primary School in Hamilton were treated to a visit from award-winning author Angela Proctor to celebrate World Book Day, courtesy...
Plans for new Manchester United stadium unveiled
CONCEPTUAL images have been unveiled by Foster + Partners of what Manchester United's proposed new 100,000 seater stadium and surrounding area could look like...
Ark Estates leases prominent commercial unit to UHI Inverness for Sustainable Construction Centre
ARK Estates has leased a prominent commercial unit at Inverness' 58 Harbour Road to UHI Inverness.
The learning institute is to transform the building into...
Gillespie Macandrew appoints new real estate specialist to partnership
SCOTTISH law firm Gillespie Macandrew has announced the appointment of real estate legal specialist Heather Pearson to its partnership.
The firm has offices in Edinburgh,...
New toolkit launches to support property factors retrofit tenements
A new resource has been launched to support property factors in retrofitting tenement buildings in Scotland.
Co-created by researchers at the University of Strathclyde business...
New report highlights investment models to support decarbonisation of Scotland’s social housing
A new report published by the Scottish Futures Trust (SFT) has highlighted a series of financial models to attract investment into retrofitting Scotland's social...
Galbraith adds to building consultancy division with double appointment
PROPERTY firm Galbraith has strengthened its building consultancy division with two new appointments.
David Shine joins as a project manager in Inverness, with a focus...
Finalists announced for UK Roofing Awards 2025
THE finalists for the 2025 UK Roofing Awards have been announced, following a 'record' number of entries.
Winners of all 16 categories will be announced...
Women in Property appoints new Central Scotland branch chair
LAURA McGuigan has been appointed chair of Women in Property's Central Scotland branch for 2025-26.
Laura, who is business development manager for Kier Construction in...
Tilbury Douglas IWD event explores inclusion and collaboration
TO mark International Women’s Day (IWD), Tilbury Douglas hosted an event that brought together more than 100 people to discuss the role of inclusion...
Ageing workforce and electrical skills shortages ‘could hamper net zero goals’
TRAINING the electrical talent of tomorrow is 'essential' if Scotland is to address the current skills shortage and meet its net zero targets.
That's the...
Bancon Group marks milestone year by sponsoring HFS event
ABERDEENSHIRE housebuilding and construction firm Bancon Group is marking the start of its 50th anniversary celebrations by sponsoring a key element of this year’s...
Spirits producer raises a glass to new storage facilities
A family-owned spirits producer has marked a milestone after unveiling new premium storage facilities in Fife.
Located in Glenrothes as part of Wemyss Family Spirits'...
