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Yahoo
29-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Council seeks ideas for 'architectural treasure'
Glasgow City Council is seeking development ideas for a crumbling "architectural treasure" in the city centre which has sat vacant for more than 30 years. The category A-listed Egyptian Halls, designed by visionary Scottish architect Alexander "Greek" Thomson 150 years ago, has been on the buildings at risk register since 1990. After a number of planning applications fell through, the council began in February to investigate the possibility of using a Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO), which would allow it to acquire the property without the owner's consent. The building's upper floors are privately owned by Dundee businessman Derek Soutar through two companies who have appealed against the CPO. The building on the city's Union Street, close to Glasgow Central Station, was listed for sale by agent Ryden. It described it as a "hallmark" of Thomson's style. It was built in 1872 as a commercial premises for an iron manufacturer. However it has long been derelict in the upper floors, with the ground floor partly occupied by storefronts. Scaffolding has been in place for 15 years, which the council previously said "is not being used to facilitate repairs, conversion or maintenance or serving any structural need, and is causing environmental, social and economic blight". In March, Glasgow City Council issued a defective building notice which requires the owner of a building to bring it back into a reasonable state of repair. A CPO would legally allow the council to acquire the property for its own use or to facilitate development by another party. A council committee has approved an investigation period for its use. During this time, interested parties, including the private owners, can put forward proposals for the "repair, repurposing and future active reuse of the property", according to the listing. If a proposal meets the development brief, a successful CPO would transfer ownership. A closing date for proposals has been set for 17 October. The current owners would also have the option to sell until then. Due to the private ownership, viewings of the 51,529 sq ft space are not possible. Mr Soutar - who owns the building through his companies Union Street Properties Ltd and Union Street Investments Ltd - said the CPO would "wipe out 27 years of private sector investment". He added that he seeks to find a "mutually reconcilable position" and is working on a pre-application for development. The council said: "No applications for planning permission for reuse have been submitted by the current owners since 2012, and two recent engineering reports state that the continued decline in the overall building fabric has arisen through a prolonged lack of occupation and ongoing maintenance." Ruairi Kelly, the council's housing and development convenor, described the property as "an architectural treasure of national significance". "In gauging the market interest we'll know what the opportunities for the future of this architectural gem can be," Cllr Kelly said. He added: "Right now, the transformation of our city centre is gathering real pace. "Giving the city's built heritage new purposes and new futures is part of that and I've no doubt the Egyptian Halls can be a centrepiece in the Glasgow of the 21st century." More on this story Council could force sale of historic building Glasgow building among Europe's most at risk
Glasgow Times
26-07-2025
- Business
- Glasgow Times
Glasgow city centre 'architectural masterpiece' up for sale
The A-listed Egyptian Halls building, designed by renowned architect Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, has been empty and derelict for decades but the council is looking at using a Compulsory Purchase Order to take it over. As part of the process, the council is looking for a developer to come forward with a proposal to bring it back into meaningful use. READ NEXT: Out of school care centre warned it doesn't meet legal standards Applications are invited with a deadline of October 17. The brochure by Ryden, under instruction from the council, describes the six-storey Union Street building as 'a unique architectural and historic asset' with the council prioritising its 'repair, repurposing, and future active reuse'. In February this year, the council agreed to look at CPO powers to take it over after decades of inaction from the current owner. Its intricate and distinctive stonework is currently hidden behind scaffolding. The building was built between 1870 and 1872, a 'hallmark' of Thomson's distinctive Greek Revival style. The brochure states: 'It remains internationally recognised as a masterpiece of Victorian architecture.' Last month, it was decided an incentive of £150,000 will be on offer to the developer chosen to revamp the historic landmark. READ NEXT:Work on West End street to start next month and last two years The building is currently owned by two companies — Union Street Developments and Union Street Properties — both run by Dundee businessman Derek Souter and his partners. They will also be invited to submit proposals to the council and are able to sell the property voluntarily at any point until the CPO is secured. Councillor Ruairi Kelly, Convener for Built Heritage, Housing and Development at Glasgow City Council, said: 'This is a key milestone in our efforts to return the Egyptian Halls to full life and restore their rightful place as an architectural treasure of national significance. 'Securing a commercial operator to take on the repair and reuse of the Halls is a core part of the CPO process which began earlier this year. In gauging the market interest we'll know what the opportunities for the future of this architectural gem can be. 'Right now, the transformation of our city centre is gathering real pace. Giving the city's built heritage new purposes and new futures is part of that and I've no doubt the Egyptian Halls can be a centrepiece in the Glasgow of the 21st century.'
Glasgow Times
29-06-2025
- Automotive
- Glasgow Times
Plans revealed for new car park near Glasgow Airport
Agent company Ryden has lodged an application for planning permission on behalf of AH3 for a 180-space facility on brownfield land in Abbotsinch Road. If approved, the layout would consist of rows of bays arranged to the east and west of a 'central spine' road with each parking aisle having a dead end. A small portable unit with amenities for customers and an office for staff would be located to the western edge, immediately to the south of the access. Explaining how the car park would operate, a planning statement said: 'The facility primarily serves pre-booked customers but walk-in customers without prior bookings can be manually granted access through on-site creation of a 'walk-in booking'. 'Automated electric barriers will be incorporated to the internal access road, meaning vehicles will only be permitted entry to the car park with a prior booking. 'On arrival, ANPR [automatic number plate recognition] validates the booking and a welcome message is displayed on external display screens. 'As a secondary access control measure, customers will be able to scan a barcode at the barrier console. 'This will prevent delays occurring in the event of technical issues with the ANPR camera equipment and gives customers flexibility in the event that their vehicle registration details may have changed since their booking was made. READ MORE: All the changes at Glasgow Airport this summer - including pick-up costs 'Customers are directed to park in any empty bay and then drop their keys into the automated key drop locker. 'Upon returning to the site, customers scan their unique QR code at the automated key return locker. The locker dispenses the car key and provides the vehicle's bay location. 'Customers must exit the site within a defined period to ensure vehicles cannot re-enter without a new booking.' The perimeter would be equipped with CCTV surveillance, lighting and security fencing to 'further ensure safety and visibility' within the car park. The statement added: 'The operation will provide two parking services: 'park and stroll' and 'meet and greet'. 'The former allows customers to park on site and walk 7-8 minutes to the airport terminal. 'The 'meet and greet' option allows customers to check in, drop off their car which is then driven by a member of staff to an off-site location at West Avenue, Linwood and a circa 5-10 minute drive away. 'Vehicles are returned to the main site for customer pick-up on the day of their return.' The statement claimed the plans would create 'direct and indirect jobs' and support the future growth of the airport. A decision on the application, which is expected to be made by council officers, will be confirmed at a later date.
Glasgow Times
18-05-2025
- Business
- Glasgow Times
Company moves into Glasgow office with plans to recruit staff
Planet DDS, which provides cloud-based dental software solutions, has relocated from The Garment Factory to a new office at Ediston's 'Workstation' on Wellington Street in Glasgow. The move comes as the company continues to grow, with plans to recruit more staff. Read more: Popular Glasgow restaurant celebrates first anniversary with expansion plans The new office space was acquired with the help of Ryden's office agency team. The company was looking for a location that would offer a similar environment to their previous office, while also providing improved flexibility and functionality. The new office at Workstation was chosen for its fully furnished office suites, dedicated boardroom, and tea preparation facilities. (Image: Supplied) The building also features a recently refurbished shared ground-floor amenity space, which provides a substantial breakout zone with various formal and informal seating arrangements, a full kitchen, and a breakfast bar. Allan Mayberry, site lead and director of engineering at Planet DDS, said: "We are delighted with our new office, which is a great place for our staff to be and which will help with our planned growth." Gillian Giles, office agency partner at Ryden, said: "This move allows Planet DDS to transition effortlessly into a new building where they can simply bring their personal effects, plug into the IT infrastructure, and get to work immediately. "The recently installed common facilities provide fresh, flexible space that aligns perfectly with their wellbeing requirements and growth plans." Read more: Glasgow Telly Festival's full programme revealed - here's what you need to know Andy McKinlay of Ediston, on behalf of Clydebuilt, said: "Securing our first new occupier for 'Workstation' so quickly after completing the refurbishment demonstrates the quality and appeal of the space for modern occupiers. "We are very pleased to welcome Planet DDS and we look forward to seeing them thrive in their new home." Ediston and Clydebuilt LP were represented by Sarah Hagen, director and head of office agency at CBRE.
Associated Press
24-04-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Olis Launches $499 Diagnostic Tool That Runs on Any Android Device
SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr 24, 2025-- Automate attendees entering Olis Robotics' booth #3748 in Detroit, May 12-15, will be the first to experience a future in which their mobile device becomes the gateway to remotely managing an automation cell. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: After setting up an Android device with the Olis app in a robotic cell in Texas, Mid Atlantic Machinery Automation can now assist their customer faster by remotely monitor, diagnose and troubleshoot from their headquarters in Pennsylvania. 'We're incredibly excited to show visitors how easy it is now to safely, inexpensively and securely connect their mobile phone or tablet directly to an industrial controller (PLC) without any additional hardware required,' says CEO of Olis Robotics, Fredrik Ryden. By connecting their mobile device to a PLC through the new Olis app, attendees can experience how easy it is to get going with Olis. They will also be able to remotely control a robot arm and view live video of a remote robot with PLC/telemetry data overlaid, enabling users to diagnose automation issues instantly from anywhere in the world. Complete picture of what went wrong The Olis app synchronizes real-time video with system logs, providing a complete picture of what went wrong. 'With remote access to the automation cell, engineers can resolve problems faster and keep production running smoothly without unnecessary guesswork and travel,' says Ryden. Full set-up takes less than five minutes - including a simple online purchase - making it an efficient retrofit for legacy automation systems. Users simply download the Olis app onto an Android tablet or phone and connect an ethernet connection to the controller. From there, they can configure IP addresses and start collecting diagnostic data. In addition to receiving synchronized telemetry and video in parallel, engineers can set up alerts regarding irregular activity before it escalates into a costly hard stop. The Olis app also supports screen-sharing functionality, enabling troubleshooting teams to collaborate in real-time. Mid Atlantic Machinery among early adopters Mid Atlantic Machinery Automation is one of the companies already benefiting from using the Olis app. 'Deploying the Olis app on an Android tablet is the easiest way to add diagnostics capabilities to our machines,' says Josh Mayse, VP and Co-founder of Mid Atlantic. 'This helps our service team manage our rapidly growing install base. At Mid Atlantic, the app is being used in press brake tending applications, where it continuously monitors performance and operational data. What's more, customers no longer need to invest in industrial PCs — they can now access the entire automation cell directly through a mobile device, making setup and support significantly more streamlined.' For customized workflows, users can set up special tags and filters to customize Olis to their operational needs enabling system integrators to assess situations remotely, minimize travel and troubleshoot more efficiently. 'Instead of reactive maintenance and lengthy troubleshooting cycles, the Olis app enables businesses to take a proactive, predictive approach to maintenance and tackle troubleshooting issues quickly, ensuring minimal disruption to production following unexpected downtime,' says the Olis CEO. Download imageshere. View source version on CONTACT: Media contact: Mette McCall, McCall Media [email protected] +1 251 278 9847 KEYWORD: UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA WASHINGTON MICHIGAN INDUSTRY KEYWORD: TECHNOLOGY WEARABLES/MOBILE TECHNOLOGY ROBOTICS SEMICONDUCTOR IOT (INTERNET OF THINGS) ENGINEERING APPS/APPLICATIONS OTHER TECHNOLOGY MANUFACTURING SOFTWARE NETWORKS INTERNET MOBILE/WIRELESS HARDWARE ELECTRONIC DESIGN AUTOMATION DATA MANAGEMENT CONSUMER ELECTRONICS SOURCE: Olis Robotics Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 04/24/2025 09:56 AM/DISC: 04/24/2025 09:56 AM
