Revamp of Glasgow’s George Square nears halfway point
THE £20 million revamp of Glasgow's George Square is nearing the halfway point with new stone surfaces being installed across its bordering streets.
High-quality stone...
Keepmoat and Kingdom Housing Association to deliver 80 Glenrothes homes
KEEPMOAT is to deliver 80 affordable homes off Foxton Drive in Glenrothes in partnership with Kingdom Housing Association.
The affordable housing development, which was granted...
Youngsters on universal credit to get opportunities in construction
YOUNG people on universal credit are set to be given training and workplace opportunities in construction, as part of new UK Government plans.
A new...
Major European firms appointed to Shetland Islands tunnel project
THREE major European firms have been appointed for the next phase of work on the potential creation of tunnels that would connect the Shetland...
Work completes ahead of schedule on renewal of Keith bridge
NETWORK Rail has completed renewal work on the Banff Turnpike railway bridge near Keith, allowing the A95 to reopen two weeks ahead of schedule.
The...
GDL begins construction phase at Torness for EGL1 initiative
GDL has started the construction phase of a bulk earthworks and ground improvement contract at Torness for METLEN Energy and Metals, on behalf of...
Parkhead Hub officially opened in Glasgow’s east end
THE Parkhead Hub has been officially opened by first minister John Swinney in Glasgow's east end. Built by BAM Construction, the £67 million health,...
Housebuilder aims to inspire young women to explore STEM careers
CRUDEN Homes is supporting female education in STEM subjects after hosting a dedicated Girls in STEM event at Lasswade High School in Bonnyrigg.
Led by...
Groundforce appoints Warren Buckland as MD
GROUNDFORCE has announced the appointment of Warren Buckland as the firm's new managing director.
Warren has been serving as interim MD of the construction services...
Network Rail prepares for Storm Bram
NETWORK Rail meteorologists are closely monitoring forecasts and supporting preparations ahead of Storm Bram hitting Scotland.
The Met Office has issued an amber warning for...
Build of Scotland’s first Center Parcs to get underway in 2026
PLANNING permission has been granted for the creation of Scotland's first Center Parcs village in the Scottish Borders.
The £450 million build of the holiday...
Rising demand prompts CITB to make changes to funding and grants system
THE Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has announced a series of changes it is making to the funding and grant system.
The organisation said the...
Work starts on build of new social homes in Winchburgh
LOVELL Partnerships has announced work is underway on the delivery of 69 new homes for social rent in Winchburgh for Wheatley Homes East.
The properties...
Army leavers urged to consider becoming construction trainers
INDIVIDUALS leaving the army are being urged to consider becoming trainers, assessors and building safety auditors.
The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) said that with...
Work completes on £144m electrification of East Kilbride-Glasgow railway
THE first electric trains are set to operate on the route between East Kilbride and Glasgow as the £144 million electrification project completes.
Over the...
West of Scotland Housing Association celebrates intern’s success
WEST of Scotland Housing Association (WSHA) is celebrating the first ever Irene Robertson Fund intern taking taking her first steps into a new career.
Tia Coutts...
Motherwell towers successfully demolished
THREE of Motherwell's tallest residential towers have been demolished following a planned blowdown on Sunday.
The three 20-storey blocks - Draffen, Allan, and Coursington towers...
Rail Safety and Standards Board appoints new chair
THE Rail Safety and Standards Board (RSSB) has announced the appointment of Chris Burchell as its new chair.
Chris brings 30 years of leadership experience...
New £5.8m bridge lifted into place in Fife
THE new Mountfleurie Bridge has been successfully lifted into position over the Levenmouth Rail Link.
The £5.8 million crossing is a key part of the...
Kirby wins international award for work with Scottish Power
KIRBY Group Engineering has been named Iberdrola's Supplier of the Year at a ceremony hosted by the global energy specialist in Bilbao, Spain.
The company...
