During a visit to Aberdeen, James Butler from AtkinsRéalis catches up with Colin Cardwell to outline the encouraging future in store for the company in Scotland. You can’t be an effective leader from behind a computer screen. That’s one of the maxims that informs James Butler&rsqu

In a joint Construction Leaders interview with Colin Cardwell, Gareth Edwards and Andrew Rae explore how they’ve built a thriving construction and renewables business, their approach to navigating industry challenges, and their commitment to delivering social housing, commercial projects, and

Still trading and independent after more than 80 years in business, Cruden Group has bucked a trend for many SMEs. Fraser Lynes, managing director of Cruden Homes, speaks to Colin Cardwell about how the company is still adapting to meet today's challenges. Recent months have been both busy and encou

Moxon Architects and IB Miebach have completed an innovative, sustainable timber and concrete composite bridge for the town of Baiersbronn in southern Germany. Baiersbronn Bridge strengthens connections within the town’s central area, while enhancing the landscape along the scenic Murg River.

This Earth Day, Organic Architects explores how distilleries can take practical steps toward a more sustainable future.

Pend has transformed a tired terraced house in Clermiston, nestled in the quiet suburbs of Edinburgh, to create a light-filled, dynamic home for a young family to grow into over time.

Scotland's appeals court has dismissed an action raised against the constructors of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Glasgow alleging defects in the cladding of part of the adult hospital. Lord Braid granted decree of absolvitor in the Outer House of the Court of Session after finding that the claim

Burness Paull has appointed highly regarded renewables development lawyer Nicola Scott as a partner in its energy team. Ms Scott advises clients in the renewables sector on real estate matters having spent her career working in both private practice and in house with a ‘big six’ energy c

Burges Salmon has advised the majority shareholders of Aberdeen-based Encomara, a floating wind and subsea engineering firm, on the sale of the business to Inverness-headquartered Aurora Energy Services. Encomara will maintain its brand and product identity while gaining access to Aurora’s glo

The winners of the 2025 Scottish Home Awards have been officially announced following a spectacular awards evening held in Glasgow last night.

The Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) has announced the eleven winners of the 2025 RIAS Awards. This year’s cohort represents one of the most diverse line-ups ever recognised, encompassing everything from private homes and civic spaces to heritage restorations and pioneering

A bold new £500 million vision to strengthen a major Scottish location for innovation, High Value Manufacturing, business space and green growth in Glasgow will be unveiled today with plans for business space, hotels and hundreds of homes delivering a coherent and cohesive proposition to &lsq

French company Hiboo, which works in data and decarbonsation management for industrial fleets, has signed two collaborations with Blackwood Plant Hire in the UK and DRON Location in France. Hiboo announced a major expansion of its customer portfolio during Bauma, the world's 34th leading trade fair

Gail McEwen has begun her tenure as vice president of the Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA). The first female ever to take on this position, it is a significant milestone in the Association’s 75-year history. As she embarks on this new chapter, Gail’s goals whilst in office extend

The Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has announced the promotions of three members of the CPA team. Peter Brown has been promoted to technical and development director, Chris Cassley has been made policy director and Katie Kelleher is now technical publications and careers manager.

Ewan McGregor has failed to obtain planning permission to replace the lead roof of his home in Perth and Kinross. 

Thousands of people have applied to work as "wild men" in one of China's most famous parks.

Canada's first-ever cheese curd catapult has been hailed as a massive success.

Port Glasgow’s proud seafaring heritage is being remembered and celebrated – in the form of LEGO bricks. Staff at Port Glasgow Library had been researching local hero Chippy McNish, the Port man who was part of the famous crew of Shackleton’s Antarctic expedition aboard the Enduran