A Bonnybridge civil engineering firm will play a key role in a 'landmark' Scottish Canals regeneration project in Falkirk.

GBSS will support Robertson Construction to deliver the Lock 16 regeneration, transforming the site on the banks of the Forth & Clyde Canal into Scotland's Centre of Excellence for Canals and Traditional Skills.

The multi-million-pound project, part of the Falkirk and Grangemouth Growth Deal, will breathe new life into the former AG Barr factory site, creating a national hub for heritage skills and canal innovation.

The partnership marks the first between the two firms, with GBSS supporting the ongoing delivery of infrastructure and civil engineering works.

Development will include groundworks such as excavations, roads, various concrete works, as well as new foundations and external finishes. The flagship project will offer lasting social, economic and environmental benefits for Falkirk and the surrounding area.

Alongside the canal regeneration, once completed, the centre will provide specialist training in traditional trades, including stonemasonry and blacksmithing, while creating new apprenticeship and employment opportunities across the Falkirk area.

David Owens, managing director at GBSS Civil Engineering, said: "Lock 16 is a landmark project that will deliver lasting benefits for Scotland, creating opportunities for vital skills development while helping secure the future of our historic canal network.

"With our new headquarters in Falkirk almost complete, it's especially exciting to be involved in such a significant project on our doorstep. It's a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a development that will leave a lasting legacy for the local area while helping preserve traditional engineering and heritage skills for future generations."

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