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As the UK prepares to reopen for business, the vast majority of project professionals fear future disruption to their projects as a result of coronavirus, the Association for Project Management (APM) can reveal.

Researchers are developing a 5G-powered digital twinning system that will map out the Orkney Islands’ energy system. The demonstrator will be used to engage members of the public on Orkney and support their understanding of what can be achieved through new energy networks and the digital contr

Dunfermline Waste Water Treatment Works has turned to green energy to boost Scottish Water’s pledge to reach net zero emissions by 2040.

A Queensferry Crossing from straws? The Falkirk Wheel from K'nex? Young people across Scotland are being challenged to show-off their engineering creativity using household objects.

Plans have been launched for a low carbon community including 100 key worker homes at Hallhill, Dunbar.

Scotland’s electrical industry trade body SELECT has joined with other vital certification scheme providers to work with the Scottish Government to identify and address issues during the COVID-19 lockdown and develop a strategy for the future. The move comes after the Scottish Government&rsquo

The Construction Industry Coronavirus Forum (CICV Forum) has welcomed the news that the Construction Leadership Council (CLC) is backing the new conflict avoidance pledge. Under the pledge, which was agreed last week, clients and contractors will commit to implementing conflict avoidance measures in

Aberdeen City Council has approved proposals for a retirement community in Cults against the recommendations of its planners.

Chris McGhee is framework manager for Kier Regional Building Scotland and was part of the team who helped convert the Scottish Events Campus (SEC) in Glasgow into NHS Louisa Jordan. Here, Chris shares his experience on the project and how the construction industry united at a time when the country n

Maxi Construction, the Livingston-based contractor, has been awarded a contract from West Lothian Council for Phase 3 and 4 works at Ogilvie School Campus in Livingston.

Dundee Science Centre has appointed a local business to turn ambitious 20th birthday refurbishment plans into a reality.

Logistics, construction and maintenance services firm Malcolm Group has agreed terms for 67,000 sq ft of warehouse space at Westway Park in Renfrew.

A new infographic aims to provide greater clarity over essential work and help the public understand exactly what construction projects key workers can carry out. The infographic was developed by the Construction Industry Coronavirus Forum (CICV Forum) after key workers reported being harassed and v

The Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity is hosting a series of free online lunchtime mental health training workshops to support this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week (May 18-24) and its theme of ‘kindness’. From mindfulness and meditation, to resilience and controlling str

Greater flexibility and a rural focus in the planning system is required if rural communities are to thrive in the future as the lasting impact of the coronavirus pandemic takes it toll, according to Scottish Land & Estates (SLE).