Campaign launched in the Shetland’s to explore subsea tunnels to link islands
People living in the Shetland Islands have launched a campaign to explore the possibility of building tunnels to link two isles to the Shetland mainland. The Yell and Unst Tunnel Action Groups have said that building sub-sea links could help boost economic prosperity in the islands and reduce reliance on ferry services. The groups have […]
Sisk UK North appoints regional director
John Sisk & Son has announced the appointment of Chris Cant as Regional Director in its UK North Division. Chris brings a wide range of experience and will support the business as it looks to grow in the Fit-Out Sector in particular. Commenting on the appointment Alan Rodger, Managing Director, John Sisk & Son UK […]
Winvic awarded contract to deliver first phase of the West Midlands Interchange
Winvic has been awarded the contract to deliver the first phase of the West Midlands Interchange (WMI) project, building on their success as the design stage delivery partner to Oxford Properties and Logistics Capital Partners (LCP). With 8 million sq ft of commercial space planned for the 734-acre site, the £1bn WMI Strategic Rail Freight Interchange (SRFI) will be the UKs largest intermodal […]
New road in Preston named after local war veteran
One of the three new roads to open in Preston this month, William Young Way, has been officially marked in remembrance of William Young, honoured with a Victoria Cross for his bravery in the First World War, by members of his family. William Young Way and Avice Pimblett Way are two new roads that link […]
Next phase of A529 safety improvement work underway in Shropshire
The next phase road safety improvements on a stretch of the A529 north of Adderley is to go ahead this week. The scheme is to install bolt-down kerbs on the edge of the road, adjacent to the field, plus reflective marker posts, so that temporary traffic signals can be removed allowing two-way traffic. Following the […]
GRAHAM surpasses the £1bn turnover milestone
In recently published accounts, the leading national contractor and developer generated revenue of £1.094bn following the successful delivery of major projects across its core market sectors (building, civil engineering, interior fit-out, facilities management and development management). The figure is a 15.3% increase on the Group’s 2022 results (£948.3m in 2022). Cash at bank and in […]
East Lothian Council starts charging for Road Construction Consents
East Lothian Council will charge developers appropriate recovery costs for processing and issuing Road Construction Consents (RCC). Road Construction Consent, as well as planning permission, is needed from the local roads authority for a new road or an extension of an existing road. Cllr John McMillan, Cabinet Member for Environment, Economic Development and Tourism, explained: […]
Somerset Council announces free bus shuttle bus and drop-in event ahead of A30 repairs closure
Somerset Council is providing free shuttle bus services and a range of other support measures for communities during a major road repair scheme on the A30 in West Coker near Yeovil. Ahead of works commencing on 21 July, the Council is also running a public drop-in event with West Coker Parish Council on Wednesday 12 […]
GRAHAM hits construction milestone at M2 junction 5 improvements scheme
Civil engineering specialist GRAHAM has reached a milestone on the M2 junction 5 improvements scheme, with some significant changes made that will benefit road users. GRAHAM was awarded the £92m M2 junction 5 improvements scheme by National Highways in June 2021. The junction is one of the busiest in the region and experiences large queues […]
New motorway junction and link roads open in Preston
Costain has completed a £207m road scheme linking parts of Preston and the Fylde to the M55 motorway. The scheme opens to the public today and consists of a brand-new motorway junction, the M55 Junction 2, a dual carriageway and two connecting link roads. The work has been delivered on behalf of Lancashire County Council, […]