Legendary crime writer given tour of new Fife project
FIFE's very own bestselling crime writer, Val McDermid, was a special guest of Silverburn Park in Leven as works got underway on the restoration...
Rise in UK education construction contracts following RAAC issues
SPENDING on UK infrastructure fell back 39% to £1.2 billion in August, although contract awards overall remained 'relatively healthy' for the second month in...
SSE Renewables secures new onshore wind contracts
SSE Renewables is set to be awarded 15-year contracts for low carbon power for over half a gigawatt of new onshore wind generation.
The organisation...
Scottish Government following ‘professional advice’ on RAAC issues
SCOTTISH ministers have been reassured that the current guidance of the Institution of Structural Engineers and risk-based approach around Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC)...
Second phase of Glasgow’s £4m Pollok House project to get underway
POLLOK House in Glasgow is to close for two years to facilitate the second phase of a £4 million programme of investment led by...
New scheme looks to boost construction worker numbers on islands
A new scheme has been launched in Orkney, Shetland, and the Western Isles in a bid to recruit and sustain suitably skilled construction employees.
The...
Newtongrange event celebrates low-carbon heating progress
VATTENFALL Heat UK and Midlothian Council have celebrated their joint venture known as Midlothian Energy Limited (MEL) at an event at the National Mining...
Milestone moment for flagship Edinburgh BTR project
PLATFORM_ and Heimstaden are marking a milestone after their flagship build-to-rent (BTR) development in the Bonnington area of Edinburgh topped out, reaching six storeys.
Developer...
Residents move into ‘stunning’ £11.3m Roslin housing development
RESIDENTS have revealed their delight at moving into a 'stunning' new £11.3 million energy-efficient housing development in Roslin.
The 62-home Wheatley development was built by...
Construction firms urged to prioritise long-term strategies despite immediate cost challenges
A new report from Turner & Townsend warns construction firms against short-term thinking which could 'derail' vital, long-term strategic priorities.
The professional services firm’s Autumn 2023...
Barratt hails ‘strong’ performance in ‘challenging’ environment
BARRATT Developments has hailed a 'strong operational performance in a challenging operating environment' after the housebulder released its annual results for the year ended...
‘Unique’ office at historic Stirling hospital marketed for let
A 'unique' office over two levels in the east wing of Stirling’s Cowane’s Hospital is being marketed for let by DM Hall.
Situated just below...
Barra Energy relocates to Aberdeen west end office
KNIGHT Property Group has secured Barra Energy as its latest tenant at 1 St Swithin Row, in Aberdeen’s west end.
The company has agreed a...
‘New and improved’ exoskeleton tipped to help prevent construction-related injuries
HILTI has announced the launch of a 'new and improved' version of its wearable EXO-O1 skeleton, the EXO-S, which offers relief for above shoulder...
Shortlist announced for 2023 Structural Awards
THE renovation of Big Ben, Battersea power station, York Guildhall, and the Weston-Super Mare SEE Monster installation are among the projects in contention for...
East Dunbartonshire firms urged to join Trusted Trader scheme
PLUMBERS, builders, and electricians are among those being urged to sign up to the East Dunbartonshire Trusted Trader scheme.
Recently launched by East Dunbartonshire Council,...
Snagging work ‘progressing well’ on Cairngorm funicular railway
THE Cairngorm funicular railway is expected to be back in operation at some point this month, the Highland and Island Enterprise (HIE) has said.
An...
Winchburgh rail link could boost Scotland’s net zero ambitions
LINKING Scotland's fastest-growing town to a major railway line could remove almost half a million cars from central belt motorways and boost the nation's...
New customer portal tipped to help firms secure larger contracts
A new customer portal has been launched by BigChange to allow plant hire, engineering, and construction contractors to give their customers an easy way...
Scotland’s brightest young sparks rewarded for their talent
TWO young electricians have been recognised for their talent at the Scottish Joint Industry Board (SJIB) Apprentice of the Year Awards.
John Baxter lifted the...
