Boiler & Valve Engineering is celebrating a major milestone this month. Founded in January 2016 by managing director Andrew Macdonald, the business is celebrating 10 years since opening its doors in Nairn, and has since grown from a start‑up into a trusted engineering partner for steam, hot water and direct‑fired systems serving industrial and processing clients across Scotland.

Andrew launched the company with a clear vision: to combine specialist heat transfer expertise with a genuine care for customers, employees, and the local community. A decade later, that commitment continues to define Boiler & Valve Engineering’s success.

Commenting, Andrew Macdonald says: “Reaching ten years is a proud moment for me and everyone involved. We’ve built a team that truly cares about doing things the right way, supporting clients, investing in our people, and contributing to the community that helped us get here.”

From one van and two employees in the first 12 months, to a skilled workforce of over 20 engineers and support staff, Boiler & Valve Engineering has steadily expanded its capabilities and services. Central to this growth is a long‑standing focus on apprenticeships and professional training, providing young people with practical routes into engineering careers.

“Apprenticeships are more than a training programme for us, they’re how we secure the future of Scottish engineering.” says Andrew. “Several of our apprentices have gone on to become senior team members, and we’re continuing to take on new trainees this year.”

The company marked its 10‑year anniversary with a celebration at its Nairn facility, where Andrew and Kenneth Murdoch, Boiler & Valve Engineering’s first apprentice and longest‑serving employee, cut the cake alongside the wider team. Andrew was also presented with a commemorative cask lid by his team to mark the occasion. “To be presented with a commemorative cask lid was a total surprise and I’m humbled by the gesture. I feel so positive about our future and the future of our staff, and I’m really looking forward to the next 10 years.” says Andrew. 

Looking ahead, Boiler & Valve Engineering plans to continue investing in people, innovation and local industry, delivering safe, efficient and compliant steam and combustion solutions to clients across Scotland and beyond.