steel

Galvanizing firm aiding recycling

A Glasgow firm is playing its part in a multi-million pound recycling and renewable energy development which is set to be fully operational by...

Scottish Water announces low-emission steel supply chain partners

SCOTTISH Water has announced new low-emission supply chain partners as it looks to continue its drive to cut carbon in its capital investment programme...
University of Strathclyde

Steel solution for university research facility

Martin Cooper from New Steel Construction reports on why one Scottish university turned to steel for its new research building TO help boost economic development,...
Ross McAdam

Steel frame specialist appoints chief financial officer

EMBRACE Steel Group, a provider of steel frame building solutions throughout the UK, has appointed Ross McAdam as its new chief financial officer. Based in...

Galvanizing process helps protect Helensburgh seafront leisure centre from the elements

A galvanizing business has helped to ensure a new leisure centre in Helensburgh will withstand the elements. Main contractor Heron Bros Ltd commissioned Walter Watson...

J&D Pierce training manager in the frame for ex-forces award

STEEL specialist J&D Pierce has announced that training manager Tom Wallace is a finalist in the ‘Service Leaver of The Year’ category in this...

Steel and cladding contractor shows commitment to developing the future workforce

AHEAD of National Apprenticeship Week, Aberdeenshire-based steel and cladding company KR Group has continued to demonstrate its commitment to developing young people. The family business...
That’s another storey - New generation of McDonalds drive-through restaurants

That’s another storey – New generation of McDonalds drive-through restaurants

AN off-site construction company has won the contract to design, manufacture and build the new generation of McDonalds drive-through restaurants. The fast-food facility in Bognor...

Steel and cladding specialist recognised for circular economy efforts

KR Group flew the flag for Scotland's construction industry at the recent VIBES Scottish Environment Business Awards 2022 after being shortlisted in the ‘Circular...

Catnic welcomes new Scottish Area Sales Manager

BUILDING products manufacturer, Catnic has welcomed a new member to its team. Karen Campbell has joined the company as Area Sales Manager for Scotland. Prior to...
Derek Pierce

Steel contractor expects turnover to rise towards £200 million in milestone year

NORTH Ayrshire-based structural steel fabricator J&D Pierce Contracts is expecting turnover to rise towards £200 million as the firm celebrates its 50th anniversary this...
Wickes Westhill

Work complete on build of £10m Wickes store in Aberdeen

WORK has been completed on the build of a new £10 million Wickes store in Aberdeen's Kingshill Park. The purpose-built 25,000 sq ft store, along...
Iain Whittington and Iain McNicol, CM Steel Buildings

CM Steel Buildings appoints new directors to drive growth

ADVERTORIAL BATHGATE-based CM Steel Buildings is delighted to announce two new boardroom appointments in Iain Whittington and Iain McNicol. Iain Whittington, who has worked in the...

British Steel enters compulsory liquidation

THE High Court has ordered British Steel into compulsory liquidation, with the Official Receiver having been appointed as liquidator. The firm is continuing to trade...

Modular steel system developed in Scotland included in US investment programme

A modular steel construction system developed in Scotland has been included in an investment programme to be delivered by the US Department of Energy...

Business shows its steel on Scottish projects

STEEL piling specialist SPI McGrattan is looking to grow its temporary works offering in Scotland. The business opened a new office in Bellshill 18 months...

Steel specialist nets Wimbledon project

THOUSANDS of fans attending future Wimbledon tennis tournaments will be sheltered from the elements thanks to a new retractable roof for the renowned venue’s...
Marie Bruhat, Lee Coutts and Ian Best

First steel laid in new Fair Isle ferry build

THE first steelwork has been laid to form the keel of the new Fair Isle ferry in a build expected to take around 12...

East Lothian hospital redevelopment reaches two milestones

THE construction of the £70 million East Lothian Community Hospital has reached two key milestones with the completion of the steel structure and the...

Grove Cranes lift Ayrshire steel firm to new heights

IMPRESSED by the performance of the Grove GMK4100L and Grove GMK3055, which it purchased in 2013, J & D Pierce – Scotland’s leading structural steelwork...