Behind the scenes tours of Scotland’s National Retrofit Centre project prove popular
OVER 60 individuals were given a tour of Clark Contracts' work to retrofit and refurbish Scotland's National Retrofit Centre.
The project is being undertaken in...
New £10,000 community fund launched to support north Edinburgh organisations
A new £10,000 community benefits fund, supported by Cruden and the City of Edinburgh Council, has officially opened for applications.
The flexible funding pot is...
Forth Valley College secures £250,000 in funding to attract next generation of engineers
FORTH Valley College has received a £259,000 funding boost from the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) to help attract the next generation of...
SSEN’s launch of ‘world-first’ technology signals ‘new era in sustainable energy innovation’
A world-first milestone has been reached in unlocking the full potential of high voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission systems to support the energy transition,...
McTaggart Construction commemorates 25-year service of six ‘invaluable’ employees
MCTAGGART Construction has honoured and celebrated the 25-year service anniversaries of six of its employees.
The Ayrshire-based firm said that all six individuals have played...
Earth Day: what makes a distillery sustainable?
To mark Earth Day, Organic Architects explores how distilleries can take practical steps toward a more sustainable future
WHISKY might be made from just three...
Sustainable building products specialist launches CPD programme
ECOLOGICAL Building Systems has revealed its continuing professional development (CPD) programme for the year ahead.
The supplier of natural building products for sustainable construction's programme,...
Plumbing and heating profession ‘stable’ despite dip in confidence
NEW research has revealed that confidence in the plumbing and heating profession has dipped slightly, but the industry appears to be 'remaining stable' in...
EBS Construction appoints management services and construction software provider
PROFESSIONAL management services and construction software provider Apsis Business Components has been appointed by EBS Construction to provide operational and software service support.
Glasgow-based EBS...
Crieff Hydro unveils £5m interiors revamp
CRIEFF Hydro has completed a £5 million dining refurbishment project which sees the creation of six new bar and restaurant venues.
New venues include EAST,...
Homes for Scotland announces new partnership to support SMEs
HOMES for Scotland (HFS) has announced a new partnership with VELUX to secure an improved operating environment for the SME housebuilder sector, which has...
Contractor donates hundreds of Easter eggs across Scotland
THE JR Group announced it has donated more than 500 Easter eggs to charities and groups across Scotland.
The construction firm's team, sub-contractors, and suppliers...
Robertson Group marks major milestone for employability programme
ROBERTSON Group has revealed it has helped 1,000 young people across the UK prepare for employment or education though its Ideal Candidate Programme.
Launched in...
Network Rail partners with Scottish schools to create next generation of innovators
NETWORK Rail, alongside Story Contracting, AmcoGiffen, and QTS, is to deliver a year's worth of investment in four Scottish primary schools in a bid...
East Kilbride-Glasgow line on track for May reopening
THE East Kilbride-Glasgow Central railway line is on track to reopen in May, Network Rail has announced.
The news comes as the organisation works 'around-the-clock'...
Lacoste launches upgraded Livingston store
LACOSTE'S only store in Scotland has been relaunched at Livingston Designer Outlet following a full refit.
The brand explained that the newly transformed unit underscores...
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...
