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Across the nation, Scotland’s construction pipeline is gaining momentum. Investment in energy and renewables, new homes, improved transport links, vibrant public spaces and modern infrastructure is helping to shape the country’s future.

Plans for more than £30 million of investment at Port of Nigg have been approved, as three north east energy businesses unite under a new brand. Maraen is an integrated energy infrastructure solutions provider, bringing together the capabilities of Port of Nigg, Global Energy (Group) and Globa

Edinburgh’s housing market is proving more resilient than most UK cities, but remains highly price‑sensitive and dependent on accurate valuations, Savills told an audience of 400 real estate professionals at its Scottish Property Outlook event in the capital today. Presenting the firm’

Carlisle-based Cubby Construction has been appointed as the main contractor for the long-awaited regeneration of Annan Harbour in Dumfries & Galloway, with works on the £15.65 million redevelopment set to begin next month. Following a competitive procurement process, Annan Harbour Action G

Plans to deliver 49 new affordable homes at Coatfield Lane in Leith have been approved, marking a significant step forward in the City of Edinburgh Council’s ongoing programme to increase the supply of high-quality affordable housing across the city. The new homes will be delivered on behalf o

Whiteburn Projects Ltd has agreed a £5.95 million Design and Build contract with Scottish Borders Housing Association (SBHA) for the delivery of 27 new affordable homes at its Allanbank development in Lauder.

Planning permission has been granted unanimously by Glasgow City Council’s Planning Committee for new residential homes and public community facilities at 35a St Vincent Crescent.

Vivere Extra Care Group has gained a ‘minded to approve’ planning consent for Edinburgh’s first fully integrated community of extra care homes. Located on the 2.2-acre Lansdowne House site on Coltbridge Terrace, the new community will provide 48 extra care homes, communal resi

Housing secretary Màiri McAllan has outlined the core operating principles and early delivery priorities for More Homes Scotland (MHS), the new national housing agency due to launch in 2027–28, describing it as a “step change” in how Scotland plans, funds and delivers homes

First-time buyers are turning to the ‘knowledge bank of mum and dad’ – and TikTok – for homebuying help, a new survey has revealed.

Deputy first minister Kate Forbes has outlined 32 projects across Scotland which will benefit from the latest round of the £36 million Regeneration Capital Grant Fund.

Sustainable energy solutions provider Vestas has announced plans to establish a nacelle and hub factory in Scotland to meet growing demand for offshore wind in the UK and Europe.

As UK construction regulation and client expectations continue to rise, industry experts are urging Scotland’s construction SMEs to take a proactive approach to competence management, not just as a compliance exercise, but as a core business tool.

Builders’ merchant Huws Gray has announced a significant investment in its Inverness branch, further strengthening its presence across the North of Scotland.

The Scottish Government has pledged more than £19 million in funding over the next two years towards a new Jura ferry and any additional infrastructure required to support it.