Inverness’ Infirmary Bridge closed following routine inspection
INVERNESS' Infirmary Bridge has been closed after a routine inspection identified that a hanger, which holds the bottom cord of the bridge deck, has...
Bridge projects provide a platform for growth
ENGINEERING specialist Spencer Group is currently embarking on a challenging four-year programme of works on the Erskine Bridge.
The multi-million pound deal includes providing temporary...
Ecological study required before Inverness bus gate is created
ECOLOGICAL studies are to be undertaken to determine whether or not it is viable to create a bus gate through the grounds of Raigmore...
Stonehaven firm begins works on Aberdeen’s South College Street
WM Donald has started works on Aberdeen City Council's South College Street junction improvements project.
The local authority said the works will improve traffic flow...
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...
Morrison Construction to lead upgrade of Aberdeen’s Union Street
MORRISON Construction is to begin work on a major upgrade of Aberdeen's Union Street at the end of the month.
The Aberdeen City Council project...
Contract awarded for £16.9m Ravenscraig bridge build
STORY Contracting has been awarded a £16.9 million contract to carry out the build of a new bridge as part of works to upgrade...
Railway bridge over East Kilbride Road to be replaced in £1.85m project
THE railway bridge over East Kilbride Road, at Busby Railway Station, is to be replaced next month in a £1.85 million project.
Network Rail said...
Fast-growing West Lothian community welcomes new bridge
THE growing West Lothian community of Winchburgh has welcomed a new bridge adjacent to its canalside marina that will connect the heart of the...
Jacobs to take forward A75 bypass design and assessment work
TRANSPORT Scotland has announced that technical advisors have been appointed to design options to bypass the villages of Springholm and Crocketford on the A75...
RSPB drops objection to work at nature reserve following ‘serious concerns’ being answered
THE Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) has withdrawn its objection to the 10 mile Crubenmore to Kincraig A9 dualling scheme.
The charity...
Wills Bros steps in to aid Highland community project
WILLS Bros Civil Engineering has supported the installation of a new footbridge near the Naver Bridge development it is completing on behalf of the...
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...
Transport Scotland reaffirms commitment to £3 billion A96 dualling project
SCOTTISH ministers have given the go-ahead for completing of the statutory procedures for the project to dual the A96 from Inverness to Nairn.
The work...
Work set to start on next phase of Inverness active travel project
WILLS Bros Civil Engineering is set to commence work on the next phase of the Riverside Way project in Inverness.
The project will improve active...
New delivery plan brings forward key elements of A9 dualling programme
THE remaining sections of the A9 dualling programme will be delivered using capital funding, Scotland’s transport secretary has confirmed.
Fiona Hyslop MSP has announced the...
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...
Edinburgh’s A-listed Victoria Swing Bridge to be fully repaired
FORTH Ports is to proceed with the full repair of the category-A listed Victoria Swing Bridge at the Port of Leith.
It comes after the...
Future of 18th century Stirling bridge secured following major repairs
THE future of a 'key' rural river crossing in Stirling has been secured following major repairs.
Cardross Bridge carries the B8034 over the River Forth...
Glasgow bridge to be upgraded in £900,000 project
THE railway bridge at Pollokshaws Road in Glasgow is to be upgraded in a £900,000 Network Rail project.
From July 13, engineers will repair and...
