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See all articlesSupply chain membership organisation British Water has appointed Stephen Slessor, chief executive of Ross-shire Engineering (RSE), as chair, succeeding Dr Mark Fletcher, director and global water business lead at Arup. Mr Slessor brings extensive sector experience, spanning 25 years in engineering,
Richard Watts is to join Balfour Beatty later this year, becoming managing director of its UK Rail business in January 2026. Richard has 20 years’ experience in the rail sector, providing transformative and innovative solutions to longstanding industry challenges and achieving best in class ou
Mill Architects director Richard Webb has been appointed to the board of Scottish Agritourism, joining at a pivotal moment for the sector. Scottish Agritourism represents more than 300 member businesses and is actively strengthening its governance ahead of hosting the inaugural Global Agritourism Co
Nixon Hire chief executive officer Graham Nixon is to transition to the role of non-executive director on the main board after ten years in the role and 37 years at the company. Mr Nixon will remain the company’s majority shareholder and continue to play an active role in guiding the company&r
Aberdeen-based engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) energy sector services provider Nexos has appointed Scott McGinigal as its new chief executive with immediate effect. Mr McGinigal is a chartered process engineer with more than 30 years of industry experience and brings deep technical
Construction Leaders
See all articlesFrom rising construction costs to global geopolitical risks, Scotland’s real estate market faces no shortage of challenges. But for Chris Dougray, head of development at CBRE Scotland, adversity also brings opportunity. Chris Dougray is both generous with his time and eclectic in his interests
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

Architects' Showcase
See all articlesIn the coastal town of Anstruther, a 1960s bungalow has been retrofitted to blend modern architecture with the tranquillity of its coastal surroundings. Using digital tools, Fife Architects capitalised on the available scenery while simultaneously designing a whole house renovation and extension, pr
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.
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See all articlesDespite the construction industry recording fewer deaths than in 2023/24, the sector’s persistently high numbers highlight the ongoing danger it presents, write construction lawyers Vikki Watt and Stacey Fox.
A Glasgow sheriff has awarded just over £17,500 to an electrician and approved rot contractor who carried out communal work to his second cousin’s property before it was sold for over £1.1 million after finding that he was not paid the majority of the sum due for the job and the c

A recent English High Court ruling should serve as a clear warning to the construction industry that even informal WhatsApp exchanges can form legally-binding contracts, according to a lawyer. Michael Kitson says contractors and developers negotiating contracts cannot afford to presume the details o
Law firm Raeburn Christie Clark and Wallace has announced the appointment of Hannah Cruickshank as the newest member of its residential conveyancing team. She joins the firm as an associate and brings with her a wealth of experience to the firm.
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See all articlesA design proposal for a national memorial to Queen Elizabeth II by Foster + Partners has been selected from a shortlist of five concepts by acclaimed teams. Five finalist teams were asked to create a masterplan that would honour and celebrate Queen Elizabeth’s extraordinary life of service and
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
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See all articlesRJ McLeod (Contractors) Ltd has taken delivery of a new order for 16 machines from Develon, formerly Doosan Construction Equipment.
The Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has unveiled a brand-new highlight on the CPA calendar - the CPA Gala Dinner 2025 - a prestigious black-tie event set to take place in one of the UK’s most iconic venues. The CPA Gala Dinner is being hosted at the stunning St George’s Hall in
The Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA) has outlined a series of measures designed to support its members in their journey towards digital transformation. The plan follows a report, authored by vice president Gail McEwen, following her visit to Bauma 2025.
Scot JCB will provide 130 new JCB machines to Lomond Plant in a landmark deal that signals renewed confidence in the UK construction market.
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See all articlesA radioactive wasp nest was discovered by workers at a nuclear facility in the US last month.
Residents of Castle Cary, Somerset have celebrated the fourth birthday of a sinkhole.
Games Workshop, the company behind the globally popular Warhammer game, has revealed that the presence of a single bat is delaying its plans to expand operations in Nottingham.
New legislation aims to make it easier for Americans to finance tiny homes.