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Trade Arabia
05-06-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
RESILIENCE OF BUSINESS Mott MacDonald's global revenue in 2024 soars to record $3.3bn
Mott MacDonald, a leading engineering, development and management consultancy, has reported another year of growth with its revenue for 2024 hitting £2.5 billion ($3.3 billion) across its global regions for the first time, up 6.1% over the previous year.
Trade Arabia
05-06-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Mott MacDonald's global revenue in 2024 soars to record $3.3bn
Mott MacDonald, a leading engineering, development and management consultancy, has reported another year of growth with its revenue for 2024 surging to hit £2.5 billion ($3.3 billion) across its global regions for the first time. Announcing the solid results, Mott MacDonald said the performance highlights the resilience of the business in the face of economic and political uncertainties in key geographies in Europe, North America, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, and the Middle East. Organic revenue growth of 7.6% was indicative of a strong performance. Its 2024 figure was up 6.1% over the previous year with a pre-tax profit of £123.3 million, it stated. Mott MacDonald experienced growth in its UK consultancy business, with key appointments to support national grid in the design of two high-voltage links to increase renewable energy connectivity and continuing its work with Holtec Britain and Hyundai Engineering & Construction to explore the delivery of small modular reactor technology. Alongside its UK contracting business there was also good growth and opportunity in the water sector around AMP8, it stated. In the region, Mott MacDonald was appointed as city infrastructure engineer in Saudi Arabia for the first phase of THE LINE, which forms part of NEOM, the region taking shape in the northwest of the Kingdom. In North America, Mott MacDonald built on successes in transit, tunnels and underground infrastructure and energy, where it was appointed to provide programme and project management services for the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority. Work is ongoing in storm flood relief as it continues to support the upgrade of Philadelphia's historic sewer system. In Australia and New Zealand, Mott MacDonald said it had strengthened its offering with the acquisition of specialist consultancies Merz and Neo Engineering respectively. It was also selected by Queensland Hydro to provide engineering services for the upper and lower dams at the proposed energy hydro storage system at Lake Borumba. James Harris, the executive chair of Mott MacDonald, said: "The last 12 months mark another year of good performance for the business, as our revenues reached £2.5 billion for the first time."
Daily Record
30-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Dumfries and Galloway Council admits new Kirkcudbright bridge is 'years' away
The local authority has also ruled out installing a temporary crossing on cost grounds. A new bridge for Kirkcudbright is 'years' away. And a temporary crossing has been ruled out on cost grounds. The stark situation is outlined in a report for next week's meeting of the council's economy and resources infrastructure committee. The bridge, which is nearly 100 years old, was closed at the end of March after engineering experts Mott MacDonald raised safety concerns. It is due to reopen on July 2, allowing for cars and light vans up to three tonnes crossing the bridge in single file. Temporary traffic lights will be installed initially, with permanent lights in the pipeline. The reopening of the bridge has been welcomed by local residents, however, they are keen to see a new bridge as soon as possible. But in his report, engineering design manager Duncan McDonald states: 'Officers have started to consider options to develop an indicative cost of a new bridge as well as timescales associated with this. 'Due to the complexities of work required to develop a new bridge for Kirkcudbright, it is anticipated that this will take years, however, officers are committed to developing this and will follow due diligence in order to seek correct member approval.' The report outlines no fewer than seven stages that would need to be completed – from a feasbility study and options appraisal to finding a contractor and building the bridge. Galloway and West Dumfries MP John Cooper had called on the Army to build a temporary bridge while the main crossing couldn't be used. However, Mr McDonald says that building a Bailey Bridge – as used during World War Two – isn't practical. The width of the river would require several spans, not just one, requiring foundations to be built. That would mean riverbed and bank investigations which 'would take several months to organise and undertake at significant cost'. The foundations would also require a lengthy period of time, meaning there is little chance of a temporary bridge to be built 'within a reasonably short-term period'. Building a temporary bridge over the footprint of the existing one also has 'several major issues to be overcome and risks managed'. The report notes that Mott MacDonald feel 'after further analyses and complex modelling' they do not now feel there would be 'a significant risk to public safety' to reopen the bridge to three tonne vehicles – as long as traffic management measures are put inplace. Data indicates that 90 per cent of the 20,000 vehicle crossings on the bridge every week fall into the three-tonne car and light van limit, meaning reopening the bridge 'would see most of the travelling public either side of the Dee reconnected'.
The Courier
19-05-2025
- The Courier
Work begins on new Lunan Bay beach platform in first phase of accessible tourism plan
Work is getting underway to rebuild Lunan Bay's much-missed viewing platform. A three-week project starts on Monday to replace the wooden structure which has been absent since 2023. Volunteers behind the scheme hope it will be the first step towards welcoming even more visitors. The beach, between Arbroath and Montrose, is an Angus favourite. But the viewing platform has been missing since 2023. Angus Council removed it due to severe dune erosion caused by visitor footfall. Unfortunately, at the time there were no public funds or resources to replace the structure. Thanks to National Lottery Awards for All grant and 'incredible' local support, the project can now begin. It is being led by Lunan Bay Communities Partnership (LBCP). The charity says it marks the first phase of a wider community effort to improve accessibility at Lunan Bay. It wants to make the area more inclusive for disabled visitors, bird watchers, photographers and tourists. 'Through a unique collaboration between local people and professionals, the platform will be rebuilt,' said LBCP. 'Many are providing their time, labour and materials pro bono or at discounted rates.' Confirmed supporters include Mott MacDonald, Mitie, Lunan Farms, Carmichael + Baxter, Richard Irvin, RM Condor, Councillor Lois Speed, Rosehill Timber, Orchard Timber and Mywoodshop. 'This is a fantastic example of what a community can achieve when it comes together with a shared vision of inclusion and sustainability,' said the charity. 'We're proud to be creating a safe and welcoming space that opens up access to one of Scotland's most beautiful beaches for all abilities.' The second phase of the project will focus on rebuilding the nearby boardwalk. Talks are ongoing with Angus Council over that. LBCP say the long-term goal is to create the only accessible route for disabled visitors to enjoy Lunan Bay, transforming the area into a fully-inclusive destination. And with the sunshine forecast to continue, visitors have been asked to be mindful of the construction project. 'For public safety, there will be restricted access around the build site for three weeks while the works are being carried out,' LBCP added. 'During this period, the beach will be accessible via the north entrance of the public car park.'
BBC News
16-05-2025
- Automotive
- BBC News
Council to reopen Kirkcudbright bridge after safety closure
A bridge that was shut at short notice - splitting a south of Scotland town in two - is to reopen to Kirkcudbright Bridge over the River Dee was closed on March 21, just hours after a safety and Galloway Council said a single-lane reopening for cars and small vans would take place on or before 2 the meantime it will remain shut to all vehicles but can be used by pedestrians and cyclists. Concerns have been raised about the impact of the closure with residents in one area cut off from the town face a detour of about five miles (8km) to make the journey by car - via the Thomas Telford-built Tongland Bridge - or have to cross the Kirkcudbright Bridge on and Galloway Council said the decision to reopen the bridge followed "rigorous technical assessment and analysis by the council's engineering team and its engineering consultant, Mott MacDonald".A three-tonne weight limit and width restrictions will be in force when the bridge reopens.A new 20mph speed limit will also reduce the impact on the bridge. Ian Blake, who chairs the council's economy and infrastructure committee, said he was pleased they would soon be able to reopen the crossing."I would like to thank the public, residents and businesses for their patience and understanding while this important analysis and assessment work has been carried out," he said."The reopening of Kirkcudbright Bridge will mark an important step in balancing public safety, heritage infrastructure and community connectivity."He said they remained committed to ensuring it met the needs of everyone "living, working and visiting the area".The council said it was working on options for a new bridge as a long-term solution.
