Edinburgh’s Prime Residential Site on Sale with £65m Development Potential Sep 5, 2023 A prime residential development site in Leith, Edinburgh, with the potential to house nearly 250 units, has been listed for sale. The site, known as The Glassworks, spans 3.46 acres and boasts a potential gross development value of up to £65 million. It has already secured planning permission, allowing for the construction of 247 residential […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Unlocking Scotland’s Potential: 3,000-Home Durieshill Development and the Upcoming Scotland Development Plans Conference Sep 1, 2023 Scotland stands at a pivotal moment in its developmental journey. The recent approval of the 3,000-home Durieshill project, nestled between Plean and Bannockburn, exemplifies the nation’s forward momentum. This expansive project, initiated in 2004, promises a blend of homes and amenities, including new schools, local shops, a business park, civic areas, playparks, community woodland, and […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Edinburgh plans to build three Modern Schools Aug 31, 2023 Edinburgh is gearing up to establish three state-of-the-art educational institutions. To accommodate the growing populace, especially from new residential projects in the city’s west, a fresh primary and secondary school will be erected. Additionally, an older primary school, currently in a deteriorating state, is slated for replacement. These initiatives had previously faced postponements due to […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Glasgow Set for Major Student Accommodation Boost with £18.85m Investment Aug 29, 2023 Glasgow’s student accommodation landscape is poised for a significant uplift, thanks to a substantial £18.85m funding secured by Urbanite Living from Paragon Bank. This investment will fuel the development of the Clyde Court project, a state-of-the-art student accommodation facility. Designed by the renowned NW Architects, Clyde Court will stand tall with six storeys, offering 169 […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Glasgow’s Prime Sites Poised for £5.5m Transformation Aug 29, 2023 Glasgow is gearing up for a significant transformation as five key derelict sites in the city are set to benefit from a £5.5m regeneration fund. This initiative is part of a broader effort to revitalise vacant lands that have remained underutilised for years. Among the sites earmarked for development is the area overlooking Govan Graving […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Global Infrastructure lands multi-million pound SSEN Transmission contract for design & construction of storage warehouses in Inverness and Dundee Aug 29, 2023 Leading Civil Engineering contractor in the Energy & Renewables, Utilities, Infrastructure and Transportation sectors – Global Infrastructure (Scotland) Ltd. – has been awarded a multi-million pound contract by SSEN Transmission for the design and construction of two strategic storage facilities in Dundee and Inverness. The pair of 7500m2 warehouses at the Claverhouse East Industrial Estate, […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Green light for new whisky storage facility Aug 29, 2023 A planning application for a new whisky storage warehouse scheme at Throsk has been approved today (29th August) by councillors on Stirling Council. The planning approval is subject to conditions and a legal agreement being signed (CGI images courtesy of Michael Laird Architects attached). The development at Bandeath Industrial Estate, on behalf of Ian Macleod […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Capital & Regional Successfully Closes £25 Million Open Offer for Shopping Centre Acquisition Aug 25, 2023 Capital & Regional PLC, a leading UK-focused REIT specializing in community shopping centres, has announced the successful closure of its Open Offer. Earlier this month, on 10 August, the company had unveiled its plans to acquire The Gyle Shopping Centre. This ambitious acquisition was set to be partially funded by an open offer aiming to […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Major Property Acquisitions in Edinburgh and Glasgow Signal Robust Market Aug 23, 2023 In a series of significant property deals, French investor Remake Asset Management has acquired a prime office and retail block in Edinburgh, while S Hotels & Resorts has secured the freehold of Mercure Glasgow City Hotel. Remake Asset Management’s acquisition of the property at 40 Princes Street, Edinburgh, was finalized for £29.53 million. Built in […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Ongoing investment in Argyll and Bute’s town centres Aug 11, 2023 Ambitious plans for further town centre investment across Argyll and Bute continue to help enhance the area into a great place to work, live and visit. At a meeting of the Policy and Resources committee, councillors approved proposals to support a range of projects with funding from the Scottish Government’s Place Based Investment (PBI) Programme. […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
