
Fairhurst Tackles the Beast Race and Conquers It!
This April, our project team has completed work on the cutting-edge tree nursery facility in Elgin, marking a significant milestone in Scotland’s environmental infrastructure. Located in the north-east of Scotland, the Newton Nursery grows saplings for the sustainable timber industry. The project allowed an increase in production from 7 million to 25 million trees per year. Delivered for Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS), the project showcases innovative construction methods and sustainable design solutions.
Fairhurst played a crucial role in the project, providing integrated civil and structural engineering solutions to create a sustainable and efficient forestry production facility. The project not only increases FLS’s ability to produce up to 25 million trees annually but also ensures environmental responsibility through sustainable water management, SuDS implementation, and energy-efficient infrastructure.
Fairhurst’s Scope of Work:
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Key Innovations and Sustainable Practices:
Community Engagement and Social Value:
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The Newton Nursery project exemplifies how innovative engineering practices, combined with forestry expertise, can support Scotland’s environmental and economic goals while delivering significant social value to the local community.
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