STONEHAVEN-based Deeside Timberframe, part of the Bancon Group, has appointed a new operations director to help drive its continued expansion and growth.

Stewart Ferguson is currently director of the Bancon Group’s specialist works division.

The timber systems manufacturer is reaping the rewards of its investment in additional resources in central Scotland and north-west of England, with more than 60 per cent of its business now coming from outwith the north-east of Scotland.

Ferguson has worked in the construction industry for more than 30 years. He said: “Timber frame systems are increasingly being used in the construction of homes, supermarkets and hotels and are considered one of the most economic, efficient and environmentally friendly methods of construction, so there is huge potential to continue expanding the company and its reach in the UK market.”

Deeside Timberframe’s precision-engineered timber systems are manufactured at its operations in Stonehaven and Stirling, where the company employs 70 people.