Footbridges constructed from recycled plastic bottles built in Forres
MORAY Council has announced that work is underway to install footbridges constructed entirely from materials made from recycled plastic bottles.
The bridges at the Mosset...
Award-winning architect tells of delight at working on Renfrew Bridge project
A world-renowned architect has said it is 'fantastic' to be working on a project closer to home as his design of the £117 million...
Public to have say on £127.1m access infrastructure project
NORTH Lanarkshire Council is asking the public for their comments on the £127.1 million Ravenscraig access infrastructure (RIA) project.
Being joint funded by the local...
Vehicles to drive on first phase of Aberdeen’s revamped Union Street
THE first phase of a project to resurface Aberdeen's Union Street is to open to permitted vehicles today.
The new road surface is made from...
Firms fined for road work shortcomings
THE Scottish Road Works Commissioner has issued penalties totalling £18,000 to three utility companies.
Fulcrum, GTC and Energetics each received fines of £6,000 for their...
Firms withdraw tenders for South Lanarkshire bridge replacement project
A new way to deliver a 'key' replacement bridge in Clydesdale is being sought by South Lanarkshire Council.
It comes after the firm which secured...
‘Significant’ milestone reached as £3 billion A9 dualling project progresses
SCOTTISH ministers have given the go-ahead to completing the statutory procedures for four more schemes on the £3 billion project to dual the A9...
Soap and water hoped to stop Queensferry Crossing closures
CABLES on the north tower of the Queensferry Crossing are to be washed with soap and water in a bid to stop the formation...
Landmark EPD announced for cellulose fibres use in the asphalt industry
RETTENMAIER UK has announced the production, validation, and launch of what it called the first Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for cellulose fibres used in...
Glasgow eyes creation of ‘world class’ public transport network
GLASGOW City Council has unveiled its ambition to provide a 'world class' public transport network which 'draws people from their personal vehicle'.
It comes as...
Moray bridge closes on safety grounds following ‘rapid deterioration’
CLODDACH Bridge in Moray has closed after a specialist inspection revealed 'substantial' corrosion and degradation of the structure.
Moray Council said in 2019 the weight-bearing...
Business case approved for build of £5.8m active travel bridge in Levenmouth
PLANS for the build of a £5.8 million active travel bridge in Levenmouth have taken a 'significant' step forward, Fife Council has said.
The news...
Plans submitted for new active travel route between Aviemore and Carrbridge
A planning application has been lodged for a proposed 9km active travel route between Aviemore and Carrbridge.
Following feedback from the public, the plans include...
Work progresses on build of new bridge over River Clyde
CONSTRUCTION of the first opening road bridge over the River Clyde has taken a step forward with the installation of dolphins into position on...
Landmark Groundforce Bridge project helps span Lesmahagow watercourse
THE longest bridge ever built by Groundforce Bridge has helped civil engineers APL Construction span an 11m watercourse and flood area in Lesmahagow, Lanarkshire.
The...
Trains to return to Borders village for first time in half a century
PLANNING approval has been granted for the build of a train station in the Scottish Borders in the village of Reston.
A two-platform Network Rail...
Duraproducts announces sole distribution agreement with TCS Geotechnics
DURAPRODUCTS has announced a new sole distribution agreement with provider of specialist geotechnical products for construction and civil engineering industries, TCS Geotechnics.
The arrangement applies...
Govan-Partick Bridge formally opened ahead of weekend of celebratory events
THE Govan-Partick Bridge, built by main contractor Farrans Construction, has been formally opened.
Politicians representing the UK and Scottish Governments, as well as Glasgow City...
Contract notice published for £7.44m Shetland road project
SHETLAND Islands Council has published the contract notice for the new B9082 road from Gutcher to Cullivoe.
The budgeted cost of the project - which...
Major £3m renewal works to begin on 128-year-old Killiecrankie bridge
WORK is to begin in September on a £3 million project to replace the existing bridge deck of the 128-year-old Rannoch Road Bridge in...
