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RNS Number : 8826J  Hercules PLC  03 December 2025

3 December 2025

 

Hercules plc

("Hercules" or the "Company")

 

Strategic Expansion into Scotland

 

Hercules plc (AIM: HERC), a leading technology enabled labour supply company
for the UK infrastructure and construction sectors, is pleased to announce its
expansion into Scotland.

 

This move comes at a pivotal time for the Scottish construction industry,
which is experiencing robust growth, record infrastructure investment, and a
critical need for skilled workers.

 

Hercules' entry into the Scottish labour market, which has seen the Company
open an office in Motherwell, is designed to address the acute need for
skilled labour across both site-based and office roles.

 

Scotland's construction sector reached £16.7 billion in output in 2024 and is
forecast to grow by 2% annually, with the workforce expected to rise to
214,500 by 2029.

 

This expansion is driven by major infrastructure projects, with long-term
investment across power & energy transmission and distribution, water, and
highways sectors. A permanent presence allows Hercules to support some of its
existing clients more closely, while capturing the significant demand for
skilled workers across the region.

 

The sector faces a persistent skills shortage, with an estimated 3,590 extra
workers needed each year to meet demand. By investing in apprenticeships,
upskilling, and digital onboarding, Hercules aims to create a sustainable
talent pipeline that supports Scotland's ambitious infrastructure and net zero
goals.
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Commenting on the expansion, Brusk Korkmaz, CEO of Hercules, said: "As
Hercules expands into Scotland, we are energised by the opportunity to play a
pivotal role in the nation's infrastructure transformation.

 

"Scotland stands at the forefront of the UK's growth in renewables, transport,
and civil engineering, but it faces a critical shortage of skilled labour.

 

"Our mission is to bridge that gap, delivering not just people, but
pre-trained, safety-focused teams who are ready to make an immediate impact on
major projects.

 

"We're investing in local talent, apprenticeships, and digital innovation to
ensure our clients benefit from a workforce that is productive, compliant, and
resilient. By partnering with Scottish communities, contractors, and
authorities, Hercules is committed to supporting economic growth,
sustainability, and the delivery of world-class infrastructure. We're here to
help Scotland build for the future, safely, efficiently, and with lasting
social value."

 

 

For further information and enquiries, please contact:

 

 Hercules plc                                                       c/o SEC Newgate

 Brusk Korkmaz (CEO)

 Paul Wheatcroft (CFO)

 SP Angel Corporate Finance LLP                                +44 (0) 20 3470 0470

 (Nominated Adviser and Broker)

 Matthew Johnson / Adam Cowl (Corporate Finance)

 Grant Barker / Rob Rees (Sales and Broking)

 SEC Newgate (Financial Communications)                       +44 (0) 20 3757 6882

 Robin Tozer / Ian Silvera / Nina Renata Pop       hercules@secnewgate.co.uk

 

 

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