
GroundGuards is excited to announce a new strategic partnership with Nicol of Skene Ltd, a leading provider of high-quality civil engineering solutions. This collaboration will enable Nicol of Skene to expand their offering by incorporating GroundGuards’ advanced ground protection and temporary access solutions into their services across Scotland, supporting clients in construction, infrastructure, renewables, and outdoor events.
By combining GroundGuards’ expertise in innovative ground protection with Nicol of Skene’s extensive experience in groundworks, this partnership will help deliver safer, more efficient, and more sustainable solutions for a wide range of industries. The integration of our durable, high-performance trackway systems will enhance site safety, protect surfaces, and minimise project delays – helping customers work smarter, faster, and with confidence.
With a shared commitment to excellence, GroundGuards and Nicol of Skene are set to drive forward innovation and provide exceptional value to customers across Scotland.
“We are thrilled to be joining forces with GroundGuards,” said Peter-Jon Cowe, Chief Operating Officer at Nicol of Skene Ltd. “This partnership enables us to offer our clients in Scotland a comprehensive suite of ground protection products that prioritises site safety, environmental protection and ultimately driving success for our customers.”
“We are excited to partner with Nicol of Skene Ltd, a company known for its reputation in the civil engineering industry,” added Laurie Luke, Managing Director at GroundGuards. “This is more than a partnership – it’s a commitment to efficiently and reliably delivering access to the best mats to Nicol of Skene’s broad customer base and wider still to Scotland’s industries, with no complications and no delays. Just a focus on rock-solid service with a local well-respected delivery partner.”
The partnership between Nicol of Skene Ltd and GroundGuards marks an important milestone in the companies’ mutual commitment to delivering top-tier services that meet the evolving needs of their customers.
About Nicol of Skene Ltd
Nicol of Skene Ltd is a family owned leading civil engineering contractor based in Aberdeen, Scotland. With over 40 years of industry experience, the company provides high-quality groundworks, construction, directional drilling and infrastructure services to clients across multiple sectors, including commercial, renewable, residential, multi-utilities and industrial projects.
About Ground-Guards Ltd
Ground-Guards Ltd is a family-owned company based in Yorkshire, England. The firm was founded in 1969, and the commitment to quality has endured for the last 56 years. The company specialises in the provision of ground protection and temporary access products for construction sites, outdoor events, and infrastructure projects. Their range of products is designed to safeguard sensitive surfaces and provide a reliable, sustainable solution to ground protection challenges.