Portfolio of Projects

Brian Gowans has demonstrated an extensive portfolio of successful projects across the Oil & Gas and Hospitality sectors, showcasing a broad range of expertise. His achievements include managing significant installations and security systems for oil fields, as well as setting up joint ventures for mechanical repairs and manufacturing under license in the Middle East. Notably, he managed the construction, installation and technology upgrades of major offshore and onshore facilities for the Middle East Oilfield Services (MEOS) in the early 1980s, and provided strategic consultancy for oil and gas portfolios in the UK and Libya.

In the hospitality sector, Brian’s entrepreneurial acumen led him to rejuvenate historical properties and innovate service offerings. He transformed the Olde Market Inn and Raeburn House Hotel, significantly increasing their market value and business turnover through strategic renovations and service enhancements. His ventures expanded into creating niche market restaurants within hotels to enhance their function appeal, which successfully attracted a wide range of community events and gatherings. His projects also included expanding and managing a diverse portfolio of properties, converting spaces to maximise utility and profitability, exemplified by the conversion of Broxburn Snooker Club into an international sports and entertainment venue.

Brian’s leadership extended into societal infrastructure projects, where he obtained planning consents for residential and industrial developments, effectively pushing boundaries to include community-beneficial facilities. His role in environmental sustainability was highlighted through initiatives such as designing a solar farm infrastructure, demonstrating his commitment to integrating economic development with ecological preservation.

A full list of projects is available on request.