Architecture practice launches new Edinburgh studio
JOHN Robertson Architects (JRA) has launched a new studio in Edinburgh.
The studio, located on George Street, adds to the practice's existing studios in London...
Housebuilder backs kids’ rugby club
STEWART Milne Homes is to sponsor the Dalkieth Little Ruggers group for the upcoming 2022/23 season.
More than 40 budding rugby players aged two to...
Morris and Spottiswood reports return to pre-pandemic turnover and profitability
CONSTRUCTION business Morris & Spottiswood has announced a return to pre-Covid turnover and profitability following a period of growth.
Turnover for the financial year ending...
Construction sector needs ‘transformational change’ to prepare for net zero
SCOTLAND'S construction industry needs 'transformational change' to prepare for the challenges of net zero, Scottish Government minister Ivan McKee has said.
Mr McKee made the...
Redeveloped studio projects boosting Scotland’s film and TV ambitions
REPURPOSED properties and studio conversions are helping to drive Scotland's ambition of becoming a hub for high-end film and TV productions, according to new...
Cruden lands multi-million pound Midlothian housing project
CRUDEN Building has been appointed by Midlothian Council to deliver 72 new affordable homes at Conifer Road in Mayfield.
The homes form part of a...
Regeneration specialist strengthens board with triple appointment
URBAN Union has announced it is strengthening its board with three new appointments.
Founded in 2011, the company, which is part of Robertson Group, regenerates...
Work progresses in Ravenscraig on what will be ‘heaviest bridge lift in Europe’
PROGRESS is being made on Network Rail and Story Contracting's work to construct a new bridge that will be installed on the West Coast...
Modular construction solution specified for new Forth Valley hospital ward
A new 30-bed ward is being designed and built at Forth Valley Royal Hospital in Larbert by modular construction specialist Portakabin.
The ward, which is...
Dates set for public hearings into Scots hospitals
THE Scottish Hospitals Inquiry has announced a series of public hearings scheduled for next year.
Starting in April, evidence will be taken relating to the...
Aspiring footballer who suffered brain injury builds new career in construction
AN aspiring footballer who almost died following a head injury sustained on the pitch is constructing a new future as a City Building apprentice.
Mitchell...
Scottish housing completions ‘still below pre-Covid levels’
TRADE body Homes for Scotland (HFS) has said the latest Scottish Government housing statistics reveal 'how far behind we still are'.
The organisation highlighted that...
The road to true net zero
As construction works towards reducing carbon emissions, John Smith, technical director at Donaldson Timber Systems, discusses why embodied carbon is critical to its success
IT’S...
Upgraded Cumbernauld facilities help self-builders bring ideas to life
WITH the self-build housing market continuing to grow, Scotframe announced recently that it has invested in a complete upgrade of its Cumbernauld showroom, providing...
Scotland the ‘natural partner’ for wastewater solutions firm
AN Israeli company that is having its wastewater data technology utilised across America has hailed Scotland as one of its ‘core markets’ and praised...
Scaffolding firm looks to Step up expansion plans after Glasgow relocation
Stepup Scaffold UK is targeting significant growth after relocating from Linwood to a 76,500 square foot site in Govan, Glasgow.
Director Simon Russell told Project...
Lyndon SGB expresses pride at Operation Unicorn role
TEAMS from Lyndon SGB by Brandsafway in Scotland provided a large access platform outside the Scottish Parliament buildings at Holyrood for the BBC, Sky...
Mix of materials should form offsite sector’s zero carbon tool kit
By Sam Hart, head of modern methods of construction (MMC) at Built Environment – Smarter Transformation (BE-ST)
IN Scotland’s housebuilding sector timber frame has fast...
Turning a Corner on steep slope challenge in the Borders
A steep hill close to the A7 in the Borders wouldn’t traditionally be a site chosen for housing development. However, the new Buckholm Corner...
Cost of living crisis: construction sector shows resilience in face of pressures
SCOTLAND’S construction sector is continuing to show resilience in the face of the cost of living crisis, with many local building companies reporting a...
