Clark Contracts has officially commenced work on a new £20 million purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) development at Jock’s Lodge in Edinburgh. The project is being delivered for student housing specialist Alumno and global real estate investor Henderson Park. Development Profile The new residence, located in the Meadowbank area, will provide 191 beds in a mix …
A dynamic approach to housing maintenance in Scotland takes shape, promising improved efficiency and quality. A groundbreaking framework for housing maintenance in Scotland is poised to redefine the industry’s standards, offering a dynamic approach that prioritizes efficiency and quality. In a strategic move to revolutionize housing maintenance across Scotland, a pioneering framework has been unveiled, …
Contractor Takes £6.8m Hit Following Britishvolt Collapse NG Bailey, one of the UK’s largest engineering and construction firms, has posted a £25m pre-tax loss for the year ending 3 March 2023, down from a £3m pre-tax profit the prior year. The group attributed the losses to a number of factors, including unprecedented inflationary pressures, delays, …
New Loch Ness Water Treatment Works Opens, Providing World-Class Drinking Water to Highland Communities Invermoriston, Scotland | September 18, 2023 – A new water treatment works at Invermoriston on the banks of Loch Ness has officially opened, providing world-class drinking water to Highland communities. The new facility, which replaces two smaller plants, is capable of …
The first phase of the £20m Inverclyde Distillery Build is set to begin soon, with the main contractor recently announced. The Inverclyde Distillery Build is a major new development that will bring jobs and investment to the area. The first phase of the project is set to begin soon, with the main contractor recently announced. …
The construction and services group recovers from losses and achieves a 3.9% operating margin Kier Group, one of the UK’s leading construction and services companies, has announced its financial results for the year ended 30 June 2023. The group has reported a significant increase in profits and a reduction in debt, as well as an …
The experienced land buyer will help the house builder secure new sites and deliver quality homes for Persimmon Persimmon North Scotland has appointed Kate Naro as its new senior land manager. Naro will be responsible for identifying and acquiring new land opportunities for the house builder, as well as managing the existing land portfolio. Naro …
The £95 million project will provide affordable and sustainable accommodation for students in the city Unite Students, the UK’s leading provider of student accommodation, has announced a deal to deliver an 800-bed development in Glasgow. The project is part of the High Street goods yard site masterplan, which aims to transform a derelict area into …
Dangerous concrete found in 17 Scottish fire and police buildings The substance, known as RAAC, can cause roof collapse and poses a risk to staff and public safety A substance that can cause roofs to collapse has been discovered in 17 fire and police stations across Scotland. The substance, known as reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC), …
Richard Tucker brings over 20 years of experience in environmental management and carbon reduction Green Box Thinking, a carbon management consultancy based in England, has announced the appointment of Richard Tucker as its new associate director. Tucker will be responsible for developing the company’s presence and services in Scotland, where he sees a growing demand …