Proposed cycle network covering entirety of Glasgow could generate £1.8 billion

PROPOSALS for the creation of a network of cycle lanes and footpaths covering the entirety of Glasgow could generate £1.843 billion for the city,...

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...

Final bridge installed on A77 Maybole bypass project

A 'significant' milestone has been reached on the A77 Maybole bypass project, Transport Scotland has announced. It comes as contractor, Wills Bros Civil Engineering, completed...

Glasgow’s cycling network set for £4.8m boost

GLASGOW'S cycle network is set to be boosted after the city's council confirmed that up to £4.8 million of a new grant is to...

A crucial bridge build with more links than one

BEAVER Bridges, the firm which will reconnect Lossiemouth with its iconic East Beach in a £1.3 million project, has revealed it wants to go...

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...
Fiona Hyslop MSP

A9 Dualling project gathers pace as major works begin between Tomatin and Moy

MAJOR construction works are now underway on the third section of the A9 Dualling Programme between Tomatin and Moy. Transport Scotland said momentum also continues...

Managing excess water during road construction

Drake Meikle, regional technical sales engineer at Siltbuster, the water treatment specialist, explores road construction, the excess water it generates, and how the environmental...

Bishopbriggs railway bridge to receive £550,000 makeover

NETWORK Rail is set to begin a 'vital' £550,000 makeover of the rail bridge over Crowhill Road in Bishopbriggs. A programme of cleaning, repairs to...

Council finds way around materials shortage to reopen Inverness bridge

INTERIM repairs have been completed on the Infirmary Bridge in Inverness allowing it to reopen to the public. It comes following the Highland Council revealing...
Tony Kettle

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...

Realm Construction appointed to Aberdour Harbour footbridge project

FIFE Council has announced that work to reinstate the Aberdour Harbour footbridge will begin shortly, with Realm Construction appointed to lead the project. The bridge...

New £19m Glasgow bridge over M8 to be lifted into place overnight

THE main span of a new bridge connecting Sighthill with Glasgow city centre is set to be installed. Glasgow City Council confirmed that BAM Nuttall...

Survey reveals support of £32m plans to transform historic Edinburgh street

PLANS for the £32 million transformation of Edinburgh's historic George Street would encourage more people to visit the area, a survey has revealed. More than...

Glasgow’s £21.3m avenues plus programme now fully underway

GLASGOW'S £21.3 million avenues plus programme is now fully underway as projects take place on the eastern, northern, and southern fringes of the city...
Housing development in East Lothian

Housebuilder applies to retain upgraded route in Gullane following ‘surge’ in use

CALA Homes (East) is seeking permission for a temporary private road that was upgraded for construction traffic to become a permanent asset in Gullane...

Renfrewshire Council receives 90% of funding for major transport link project

A project to improve transport links between Paisley town centre and Scotland's manufacturing innovation district has received a £38.7 million funding boost. The Renfrewshire Council...
The bridge under construction. Credit: ScotRoadsArchive

Series of events mark 60th anniversary of iconic Forth Road Bridge

A series of events are taking place to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the construction of the iconic Forth Road Bridge. The crossing opened to...

Work complete on £3.6m project at Dumfries Railway Station

WORK has been completed on a £3.6 million project to deliver a new footbridge and lift towers at Dumfries Railway Station. The station's original crossing...
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Farrans to host meet the buyer event ahead of £59m Renfrewshire project

FARRANS Construction is to hold a meet the buyer event in Renfrew ahead of its £59 million build of a bridge connecting Paisley town...