New MD appointed at BriggsAmasco
TONY Lawther has been promoted to the role of MD at roofing specialist BriggsAmasco. He succeeds Dave Maginnis, who has become chairman.
Tony joined BriggsAmasco...
New institute launched for UK metal roofing and cladding specialists
THE MCRMA (Metal Cladding & Roofing Manufacturers Association) has announced the launch of a new institute for the UK’s metal roofing and facades specialists.
The...
Bespoke roof glazing solution helps to light up stunning auditorium
One of the most impressive performing arts centres to be built at a school in the UK features a bespoke roof glazing solution from...
Aberdeen rail project marks a departure from felt roofing
Meticulous co-ordination keeps task on track
New study could help inform sector on future trends
ROOF systems manufacturer Marley has published a new white paper described as shedding light on what tenants and homeowners are looking for in a...
Lochmaben roof tile manufacturer donates £37,000 to charity this Christmas
LOCHMABEN-based manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles has revealed it is donating £37,000 to five local charities this Christmas.
The announcement made by MD, Andrew Hayward, during...
Revamped hospital site roof is in excellent health
With buildable land at a premium, derelict public spaces are ripe for regeneration as contemporary housing developments. Westburn Gardens in the centre of Aberdeen...
Barrhead contractor to deliver £5m East Ayrshire upgrades programme
BARRHEAD-based contractor A.C. Whyte has announced it will deliver a £5 million programme to upgrade more than 490 East Ayrshire homes by September 2021.
East...
Marley Contract Services ‘a cut above’ with NFRC win
MARLEY Contract Services has won this year’s NFRC Scottish Roofing Contractor of the Year Awards 2014 Roof Tiling category.
The judges singled out the company for...
Repairs give students room with a view
“A hill for magnitude, a mountain in virtue of its bold design”. This is Robert Louis Stevenson’s description of Arthur’s Seat which is the...
How will permitted development rights impact businesses in Scotland?
Earlier this year, the Scottish Government announced plans to ease permitted development rights (PDRs) for rooftop solar installations. With the new proposals having now...
New town is slated for success
THREE housebuilders have installed Cupa Pizarras’ Heavy 3 slate on roofs at the new £1 billion town of Chapelton, which is being built near...
Green roof boosts sustainability credentials of Corstorphine development
DEVELOPER Artisan Real Estate has revealed that more than 1,000 square metres of living ‘green’ roof has been laid on top of Rowanbank Gardens...
Edinburgh shopping centre boosts green credentials with solar panel investment
CAMERON Toll in Edinburgh has boosted its sustainability credentials after opting to install 330 solar panels on the roof of the complex.
The move has...
Having faith in the system
A landmark joint faith school campus, which brings pupils from both the Catholic and Jewish faiths together under one roof, specified a wide range...
Finalists announced for UK Roofing Awards 2025
THE finalists for the 2025 UK Roofing Awards have been announced, following a 'record' number of entries.
Winners of all 16 categories will be announced...
Roofers report fall in workloads and level of new enquiries
NEW research from NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) has shown a drop in workloads and an 'alarming' fall in members' confidence.
The latest 'State...
Roofing and cladding contractors report rising workloads, but challenges persist
NEW research has found that workloads and enquiries grew in the final quarter of 2022 for UK roofing and cladding contractors.
The findings were revealed...
Innovation was the name of the game at RCI Show 2019
MANY of the biggest names in the roofing, cladding and insulation sectors made their way to Coventry’s Ricoh Arena in late March for the...
Tackling climate change with greener rooftops
Green roofs can play their part in helping urban environments fight the impact of global warming. Flat roofs have become an untapped resource for...
