Shetland contractor to revamp warehouse to support growth in Lerwick
SHETLAND-based G A Leask Builders has purchased a large warehouse in Lerwick to support its growth ambitions.
The premises will be converted into four units,...
The Pallet LOOP appoints principal contractor account manager
THE Pallet LOOP has appointed Laura Smythe as its new principal contractor account manager.
She will focus on driving the return of LOOP’s reusable green...
Build of £6.93m Passivhaus flats underway in Midlothian
OGILVIE Construction has started work on the £6.93 million delivery of 23 Passivhaus properties in Danderhill on behalf of Midlothian Council.
The one and two-bedroom...
Tram infrastructure amongst unexpected finds on Aberdeen’s Union Street project
THE project team working on the £17 million transformation of Aberdeen's Union Street have revealed the hidden obstructions they have uncovered whilst working on...
Build of £30m student accommodation development underway in Glasgow
CLARK Contracts has commenced work on the build of a 273-bed purpose built student accommodation (PBSA) development on Glasgow's Osborne Street on behalf of...
Seawool startup seizes opportunity to get closer to Scotland’s construction industry
A startup behind a biodegradable 'wool' material made from by-products of the Scottish shellfish sector has relocated its headquarters in Glasgow as it looks...
Tilbury Douglas completes Kirkliston Primary School and Early Learning Centre
TILBURY Douglas has handed over the new Kirkliston Primary School and Early Learning Centre.
Constructed on behalf of the City of Edinburgh Council, the project,...
Tayport textiles business hails ‘outstanding’ results despite challenging market
A Tayport-based textiles company has announced a year of 'strong results and outstanding performance' despite ongoing geopolitical conflicts and rising costs.
Scott and Fyfe started...
Building products specialist backs roofing talent at SkillBuild 2025
BUILDING products manufacturer Glidevale Protect has expressed its support for the next generation of roofing professionals by being one of the sponsors of the...
Lighthouse Charity confirms ‘record’ year of support for construction community
THE Lighthouse Charity has published its 2024 Impact Report, which highlights 'record' milestones and support for the construction community in the UK and Ireland.
The...
The role of retrofit in Scotland’s net zero journey
By Lynsay Bell Manson, MD at Studio LBA
SCOTLAND has set a legally binding target of achieving net zero emissions by 2045, with an interim...
Union Technical secures key role on national retrofit and decarbonisation framework
GLASGOW-based Union Technical has been selected as an approved supplier to a major new public sector retrofit and decarbonisation framework.
Developed by the LHC Procurement...
Man arrested following theft of industrial materials worth five figures in Aberdeen
A man has been arrested and charged in connection with the theft of copper cabling and other industrial materials in Aberdeen.
Police Scotland said that...
CITB launches business plan for 2025-26
THE Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has launched its business plan for 2025-26, outlining the practical steps it will take to support the construction...
Milestone reached on project to transform Castletown Mill into whisky distillery
A new milestone has been reached on the transformation of the historic 19th-century Castletown Mill into a whisky distillery.
Copper still arrived at the site...
Calderwood show home launches with ‘Beckham-inspired kitchen’
ROBERTSON Homes has opened a new show home in Calderwood featuring a kitchen inspired by David Beckham.
Almondell, on Calderwood Road, is a development of...
Cube Glass rebrands ahead of anticipated growth phase
CUMBERNAULD-bsed Cube Glass has rebranded its corporate identity and launched a new website ahead of an anticipated new growth phase.
The firm undertakes both commercial...
Highland contractor praised for work on £1.1m revamp of beach facilities
WORK has been completed on a new car park and public toilets at Achmelvich Beach in the Highlands ahead of Easter.
The £1.1 million project...
Graham + Sibbald announces residential team promotions
CHARTERED surveyors and property consultants Graham + Sibbald has announced the promotions of Kevin Masson (Kilmarnock) to director and Luca Mancini (Glasgow) to associate.
Kevin joined...
Biotech firm launches plans for build of Grangemouth production facility
BIOTECH specialist MiAlgae has submitted plans for the build of a new production facility in Grangemouth.
The firm repurposes whisky industry bi-products to grow microalgae...
