STORY Scotland has announced the launch of a new division designed to deliver ‘innovative and efficient’ civil engineering solutions for energy customers across Scotland.
The move, which coincides with the opening of a new office in Perth, with another planned for Inverness in the next 12-18 months, follows growing demand for sustainable infrastructure and energy services.
Story said the development has the potential to establish the firm as a key player in Scotland’s transition to net zero.
The division will be led by Alan Boyle, who brings over 30 years of industry experience to the role, including expertise in sector diversification and sustainable business growth. Alan is a chartered engineer and Fellow of the Institution of Civil Engineers, and has over 12 years’ experience at director level.
He said, “Story Scotland has a well-earned reputation as the ‘transportation contractor of choice’ in Scotland. I intend to build on this by leveraging the strength of the Story brand and our capabilities to help support Scotland reach its net zero ambitions.
“With a focus on safety, sustainability, and quality, we will deliver efficient, best-value solutions for our customers while developing a high-performing team that thrives in Scotland’s buoyant energy sector. My vision is to create a business that our people are proud to work for, where we leave a lasting legacy in the communities we serve.
“Our investment in this sector is over a 10+ year horizon, and we are in this for the long haul. By taking a collaborative, customer-first approach and empowering our team to be the best they can be, I believe we can make this vision a reality.”
Story Scotland currently has a team of 30 employees within the dedicated energy division, and plans to grow the workforce by more than 100 new positions over the next five years. This expansion will provide opportunities for graduates, apprentices, trainees, and career changers.
The firm will bring £30 million of civil engineering capacity to the energy market, backed by the company’s expertise in plant operations, geotechnical capability, drone technology, and provision of precision engineering solutions. The team is already working on a range of engineering projects, including battery energy storage systems (BESS), pumped hydro, ground-mounted solar PV, wind farm infrastructure, and hydro maintenance.
One of Story Energy’s primary focuses will be transmission upgrades as part of Scotland’s Accelerated Strategic Transmission Investment (ASTI) programmes, working with SP Energy Networks (SPEN) and SSEN through their framework contractors.
John MacArthur, MD of Story Scotland, added, “Story Energy (Scotland) is open for business and ready to partner with customers and supply chain partners who share our commitment to the country’s net zero journey. By remaining nimble and responsive to market needs, we can ensure that our energy solutions deliver both innovation and value. The work we are doing now will support the decarbonisation of Scotland’s grid and drive lasting change for the better.”
The dedicated energy team provides turnkey solutions including renewable energy schemes, nuclear infrastructure and hydro projects.
