Reactec – the award-winning UK market leader in the provision of smart monitoring devices and data analytics of Hand Arm Vibration (HAV*) risk, has appointed Iain Mackay and Alastair Hogg to the Board as a Non-Executive Directors. Both Iain and Alastair are accomplished business leaders and experts in managing the challenges facing businesses in a technology driven market. Iain Mackay …
‘tis the season for Christmas jumpers at Stagecoach
Bus passengers on Stagecoach West Scotland’s services could hardly believe their eyes today (13th December) when the bus doors opened to reveal Santa, Rudolf the Red Nosed Reindeer and even a snowman at the wheel. Stagecoach drivers entered the festive spirit by joining in Christmas Jumper Day for the first time as they travelled across the West of Scotland. Stagecoach …
Fishers driver named Scotland’s Top Road Transport Trainee
Andrew Rundell, a Class 2 Driver for commercial laundry, Fishers, has been recognised as Scotland’s Top Road Transport Trainee at the 26th annual Scottish Rewards ceremony. The awards ceremony, run by Transport News, attracted 600 road haulage industry guests and filled the banqueting suite of the Crowne Plaza Hotel. Andrew’s journey is an interesting one, having worked in the army, …
Construction of Neart na Gaoithe offshore wind farm project to go ahead following financial agreements
Construction of the Neart na Gaoithe (NnG) offshore wind farm is now underway following confirmation from EDF Renewables that financial close for the project has been achieved. Twenty-five (25) financial institutions are lending money to fund the wind farm which will supply enough low carbon electricity for around 375,000 homes*. EDF Renewables is also announcing that leading Irish energy company …
Commemorative book & celebration marks 20th anniversary of Loch Duart
Loch Duart has celebrated 20 years of farming its world-renowned salmon by bringing its team together for an anniversary celebration and producing a commemorative book.
Pontoon launch marks milestone in Tilbury2 development
A floating pontoon used to discharge freight ferry vessels at the new Tilbury2 development at Port of Tilbury has been launched, marking a major milestone in the creation of a new multi-million pound port for London.
A picture is worth a thousand words
A strong image can bring a story to life or become the story itself At Spreng Thomson we work alongside a number of trusted and highly skilled photographers who really understand our clients and capture their businesses so well. Although the image suggests a location with a warmer climate – or indeed another planet – it was taken in Scotland. …
Work begins to transform one of Glasgow’s most loved buildings
McLellan Works, the new project to redevelop one of Glasgow’s most recognisable buildings, is underway. Following recent planning permission, Breckenridge House on Sauchiehall Street will be transformed into a leading, creative workspace for the city.
Port of Tilbury celebrates 50th anniversary of grain terminal
Port of Tilbury, London’s major port, this month marks the 50th anniversary of its grain terminal, the UK’s largest terminal for the import and export of grain.
Forth Ports’ new survey vessel officially named: the Forth King
A new name will take to the waters of the Forth and Tay estuaries this week with the official naming of Forth Ports’ brand-new survey vessel – the Forth King.
Pioneering professor in human response to vibration relocates to UK as Reactec’s Chief Scienctific Liaison
Reactec appoint Professor Setsuo Maeda as Chief Scientific Liaison. Relocating from Japan to Edinburgh for the role he is one of the world’s most respected experts in human response to vibration.
Loch Duart Shortlisted for the Best Rural Food & Drink Business in UK Award
Loch Duart, the salmon farm based in Sutherland and the Uists, has been shortlisted for the Rural Business Awards North in the Best Rural Food & Drink Business category.