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CONSTRUCTION DIRECTORY
UK Construction News Archive for January 2020
31/01/2020
Plans to redevelop Birmingham's Alexander Stadium in time for the 2022 Commonwealth Games have taken a major stride forward. Birmingham City Council's Planning Committee has green lit proposals to transform the facility into a high-quality venue for diverse sporting, leisure, community and cultura
31/01/2020
Leading UK retailer Primark has selected GRAHAM to deliver four contracts across some of its national stores. The firm will roll out the retailer's modern new concept in Manchester, Milton Keynes, Liverpool and Southend on Sea against tight deadlines. This builds on the £53m worth of work GRAHAM
31/01/2020
A major mixed-use scheme in the heart of Birmingham City Centre has been given the green light. Developer Hammerson has secured outline planning for the project, which will transform the current Martineau Galleries site into a thriving new neighbourhood, providing homes, workspace, hotel rooms and
31/01/2020
The development of a new vibrant, mixed-use quarter in Brighton has reached a key project milestone. Contractor McLaren was joined on site by its development partners to break ground on the Edward Street Quarter scheme. Led by developer First Base, this project will see the old Amex House redevelo
31/01/2020
Wilton Developments Limited (WDL) has taken full control of its successful Barmston Developments Ltd (BDL) Joint Venture. The firm secured complete ownership of the business after acquiring the 50% stake from Clugston Estates Limited (CEL). Barmston Developments has successfully developed a number
31/01/2020
A2Dominion has awarded a £2 million contract for the repair and maintenance of kitchens and bathrooms in its homes. MPS landed the contract, adding to the relationship with A2Dominion and Breyer as a joint venture. The three companies form Pyramid Plus, an asset management company that provides a
31/01/2020
Mace has been recognised for its commitment to equality in the workplace with a place on a prestigious index. The firm has debuted on Stonewall's UK Workplace Equality Index (WEI), ranking 143rd out of 503 companies. The WEI measures equality in participating organisations across 10 areas of emp
31/01/2020
National construction firm Interserve has landed a contract to deliver a £15 million Medicines Manufacturing Innovation Centre in Scotland. Located near Glasgow Airport in Inchinnan, Renfrewshire, the centre will help to establish the UK as a technology and innovation leader in small molecule pharm
31/01/2020
A project is underway in the Tanhouse area of Runcorn to transform a derelict site into new affordable housing. Plus Dane Housing is leading the project, which will see the construction of 16 affordable rental homes. Demolition began at the start of January, and the homes are scheduled for complet
31/01/2020
Crown Oil has launched a competition offering two lucky entrants the chance to win winter fuel for their homes or businesses. The leading UK oil supplier is inviting people to enter to win either 500 litres of premium heating oil or 1,000 litres of red diesel fuel for approved commercial use only.
30/01/2020
Leicester's Waterside area has been given a new lease of life thanks to a £50 million project. Work has reached completion on a new mixed-use development in the area known as Great Central Square, which boasts two major new hotels, a five-storey commercial development called No.1 Great Central Squ
30/01/2020
A former Skanska director has been named the new managing director of construction at Wildgoose. Andrew Tilford, who spent 10 months as commercial director for Skanska's £300m infrastructure services business, has been tapped to take on the leading role at Wildgoose Construction. He joined Wildg
30/01/2020
Kingston University's campus has undergone a major transformation with the launch of a new state-of-the-art teaching building. The £50 million landmark Town House development has reached completion, bringing 9,403 square metre of teaching space to the university. Contractor Willmott Dixon delive
30/01/2020
Plans to build an entertainment square in Basildon, featuring a cinema and restaurants, have taken a major step forward. A new deal has been secured with contractor McLaren to deliver the East Square project, which will see the development complete before originally expected. This appointment br
30/01/2020
A £25 million care facility has been delivered in High Wycombe, offering award-winning nursing, dementia and therapeutic care to veterans and their partners. Construction firm Stepnell completed the project for charity Royal Star & Garter. Delivered over an 83-week programme, the four-storey facil
30/01/2020
Companies involved in supplying and installing the cladding at Grenfell are seeking immunity from compensation before they give evidence, it has been revealed. This news has sparked severe criticism, with UK union Unite describing the request as "absolutely outrageous". Unite assistant general s
30/01/2020
Amey has called on the use of virtual reality technology for its new safety training programme. Aimed at the company's utilities employees, the new programme will adopt Edg VR technology to deliver a series of virtual scenarios to enhance Amey's induction process, including site safety, driver awar
30/01/2020
Aspiring construction workers are set to be given the chance to 'earn while they learn' courtesy of Aggregate Industries' 2020 Apprenticeship Programme. This year's programme will give successful candidates the opportunity to gain on-the-job experience, whilst achieving professional qualifications.
30/01/2020
ISG is set to welcome a cohort of young people across the UK to some of its live construction sites as it marks Open Doors week. Running from 16-21 March, Open Doors week will see ISG welcome the next generation of construction workers to live sites to deliver insight into the industry and the vast
30/01/2020
Kier has landed a spot on a new £1.2 billion framework in London. The firm was named on Lot 3 (for projects over £20m) of the Islington New Build Construction Framework. The four-year framework will focus on residential mixed tenure new build projects and may cover works to education, health, th
29/01/2020
A set of exclusive images have been released unveiling an updated look at Britain's longest road tunnel. Plans for the proposed Lower Thames Crossing, which will connect Kent, Essex and Thurrock, were shaped thanks to 29,000 responses received during the last consultation held in 2018, as well as
29/01/2020
The UK's new multi-million pound cancer centre in Carlisle has reached a major project milestone. Contractor GRAHAM hosted a turf-cutting ceremony on the Cumberland Infirmary site last week to mark the beginning of construction. The £35 million project will see the firm work in partnership with
29/01/2020
One of Bradford's biggest regeneration projects has taken a major step forward with a key appointment. Bradford Council has selected Kier to deliver the £21 million market redevelopment programme on Darley Street. The project will involve the demolition of a number of vacant stores which will be r
29/01/2020
Former WYG boss Douglas McCormick has joined Gleeds as its new Executive Chair of the UK. Douglas returns to the international property and construction consultancy for the first time in over 20 years, when he served as a member of the management team. Gleeds is looking to expand its presence in a
29/01/2020
NHS offices in Bolton are set to be refurbished under a new £650,000 project. Triton Construction's specialist subsidiary in the North West, Remstone Construction has been appointed to deliver the project at Lever Chambers Centre for Health. Lever Chambers is a three-storey building housing two GP
29/01/2020
JPG Group has added to its senior management team with two new appointments. Robert Redmond rejoins the civil and structural engineering consultancy following a sabbatical to head up the infrastructures team. He has previously worked for a number of local and international consultancies and specia
29/01/2020
Wates FM is set to continue delivering work on behalf of mass media company, Discovery Communications. The business, which forms part of Wates Property Services alongside the Group's Living Space company, will look to extend its existing three-year contract with Discovery Communications for an add
29/01/2020
One of the UK's leading housebuilders, Barratt Developments has announced a new partnership with a national youth charity. The £1m deal will see the company work with The Outward Bound Trust, which helps young people who need it most to make positive changes in their lives through learning and adv
29/01/2020
Mace has set out its most ambitious carbon target yet. The company has announced it will achieve net zero carbon emissions in 2020. This will be reached with the reduction of carbon emissions across its own development and operations as far as possible and offset all outstanding emissions to Gold S
29/01/2020
A memorial dedicated to 16 railway workers who died serving in World War One has found a new home in Wales. It was originally unveiled in March 1919 at St David's Church in Bangor, but the church closed in 2013. The memorial has now been formally reinstated at Bangor railway station at a ceremony
28/01/2020
A number of public spaces in the Victoria area of London are set to be transformed into more welcoming environments thanks to a new project. Victoria and Victoria Westminster Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) and Urban Flow have developed a vision for the sites which will focus on reducing tra
28/01/2020
One of the UK's construction skills leaders is set to be honoured with an MBE later this year. John White, who serves as a director at The Skills Centre's Southwark construction base, was recognised for his determination to empower a community through his tireless work to help find people work and
28/01/2020
Caddick Construction has responded to continuing success across Cumbria with the opening of a new satellite office. The new office at Helm Bank in Kendal will allow the north west team to work from a permanent base, running in tandem with the firm's current headquarters at Warrington where the bul
28/01/2020
Barking Council has utilised the modular construction method to ensure a quick delivery of much-needed homes in the area. Be First, the council's pioneering regeneration company, commissioned specialist construction company Rollalong to build and deliver the 13 modular homes for Sugden Way, which
28/01/2020
A project is moving forward to transform a church in Hove into an accommodation facility for homeless people. St Patrick's Church, which is located on Cambridge Road, will be run by YMCA DownsLink Group and the Churches Night Shelter Project and includes 29 short-term homes and a 365 day a year nig
28/01/2020
A project to create a new 100-home neighbourhood in Chichester is underway. This scheme will see the development of a new community at New Fields featuring homes with public open space and a park. Chichester District Council is also considering a new planning application for the site, which would
28/01/2020
Wates Property Services (WPS) has set out its vision for the next few years with ambitions to reach an annual turnover of £500 million by 2024. This pledge comes after the business, formed of Wates Living Space and Wates FM, ended its inaugural year of operation. This year saw the launch of Wates F
28/01/2020
The Falcon Active Speed Door is a high-speed industrial roller shutter door designed for frequent high-speed traffic in manufacturing processes including laser processing applications. It is ideal for indoor or outdoor installations using rapid incoming and outgoing logistics operations. The door h
27/01/2020
A major extension project at Royal Greenwich Trust School (RGTS) has reached a key milestone. The three-storey extension reached the highest point of construction, resulting in a special topping out ceremony to mark the occasion. The £13.4 million development features brand new classrooms, includ
27/01/2020
A new contract has been dished out by Staffordshire University for the development of its new Catalyst Building. VINCI Construction has been awarded the £27m design and construct project to deliver the flagship centre for apprentices and digital skills. The state-of-the-art facility will support
27/01/2020
Mecalac Construction Equipment UK is preparing to make its mark at the Executive Hire Show with the launch of its all-new fixed canopy site dumper. The event, which will take place at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry from 05-06 February, will see Mecalac showcase a selection of site dumper, tandem compa
27/01/2020
A groundbreaking ceremony has been held to mark the beginning of construction on a new £5.3 million primary school in Derby. Spencer Highfields Academy on Tutbury Avenue in Littleover will provide 210 primary and 26 nursery places. It will comprise of a single-storey 15,510 square foot main buildi
27/01/2020
Plans for a major police building facility at Wykeland Group's flagship Melton West business park have been put forward. Willmott Dixon is working to develop a £20 million three-storey operational support building with Humberside Police Force that will house over 500 people. If approved by East
27/01/2020
Wates Residential has partnered with recruitment supplier One Way to offer ex-offenders an opportunity for employment. The new Brighter Pathways programme supports offenders in the last 18 months of their sentence, helping them to find and retain employment and secure affordable accommodation. Th
27/01/2020
Construction work is underway on a new 232,150 sq ft distribution warehouse at Goole 36 Enterprise Zone in Yorkshire. The building, which has already been pre let to Croda Europe Ltd, is being delivered by the dedicated logistics development company of Tritax Big Box REIT plc, Tritax Symmetry. Thi
27/01/2020
National contractor Kier has agreed a multi-million deal to carry out network delivery works across Hampshire and Berkshire. The firm was appointed as a partner in the Openreach Network Services Agreement (ONSA) for the first time. It will run for five years and include all planned and reactive fib
27/01/2020
ProTen Services has helped design and install a waterproofing system at the BRE Flood Resilient Test Home. This project was delivered to demonstrate how build methods can be used to give a property better resilience against flood water and reduce damage, repair and re-occupation times after a flood
27/01/2020
At Bennetts Cranes we're always working to proactively improve and expand our health and safety processes to ensure the safety of our equipment, our employees and those people who work on sites with our tower cranes. Health and safety certificates are something that need to be continually updated.
24/01/2020
A landmark development along the waterfront at Canary Wharf has been given the thumbs up. This major redevelopment scheme will see a 400-bedroom hotel and 279 serviced apartments built on the site of the existing three-storey Quay House. Rockwell and FirethornTrust will lead the project which wil
24/01/2020
Construction work has begun on the new £73 million Sandwell Aquatics Centre in Smethwick following a key appointment. Wates Construction signed on to build the new facility, which will include a 50m Olympic-sized swimming pool as well as a 25m diving pool, community swimming pool and seats for up t
24/01/2020
A former McLaren Managing Director has joined the ranks of Midas Group. Steve Hart has been appointed to take on the role of Divisional Director within the residential business of Midas, Mi-space. He joins the business with more than 30 years of experience in the construction industry and will b
24/01/2020
Stepnell has announced a string of company changes in an effort to meet its 2021 vision. The company's new streamlined corporate structure will see focus on improved financial performance, customer satisfaction and a great employee experience. This streamlined and refocused structure will be arou
24/01/2020
Morgan Sindall Infrastructure has opened applications for its award-winning internship programme. The Returnship programme sees successful applicants offered an initial three month paid placement with a view to securing a permanent position. The placement will serve as a staged return, offering th
24/01/2020
A new school has officially opened in South Wales following the completion of its final building. National Kier delivered the £30 million Croesyceiliog School, which offers over 10,000 sq m of modern learning space and will provide 1,200 pupils first-class facilities. The main building is three-s
24/01/2020
One of the UK's largest busbar projects has officially reached completion at a fulfilment centre in Milton Keynes. VolkerFitzpatrick installed and energised over 5km of 630 to 1,250-amp busbar at Plot 520 Magna Park. This will help feed the centre's state-of-the-art automated mechanical handling eq
24/01/2020
Galliford Try has been reelected to a £16 million Stoke-on-Trent City Council framework. The four-year minor works framework will include over 30 schemes covering, for instance, highways and public realm improvements, drainage, routine bridge and culvert maintenance, and soft and hard landscaping.
24/01/2020
ECS Construction has become a leading name in the supply of Surface and Waste Water products both throughout the UK and overseas. The company has been appointed the supply chain partner of choice for many due to high levels of customer services, coupled with an attention to detail, competitive pri
24/01/2020
PPD LTD specialises in grease traps for both domestic and commercial kitchens. The firm has many years experience in the grease trap industry and will work with you to achieve optimum results with your grease management housekeeping. They design, develop and manufacture high quality separators for
23/01/2020
Two residential towers currently under development in Manchester have reached a key construction milestone. Developer Glenbrook hosted a topping out ceremony at its Cornbrook development to celebrate the scheme reaching the highest point of construction. The £60 million development will include 2
23/01/2020
Leading UK housebuilder Lovell Homes has created a brand new position in its North West team. The role of social value manager will help boost the 'social value' and positive impact around the firm's developments and marks a growing trend within the construction industry. It will see an individual
23/01/2020
A ground-breaking ceremony has taken place to mark the beginning of construction on a new primary school near Edwalton, Nottingham. One of the UK's leading contractors, Morgan Sindall Construction has began work on site to bring the £8 million project to life following two months of enabling works
23/01/2020
An experienced Costain leader has been named as the company's new rail sector director. Simon Ellison will take on the new position after 22 years with the firm in which he has had success leading its highways sector and 'Digital Technology Solutions' element of its strategy. In his new role, Simo
23/01/2020
A major-mixed use development on London's Knightsbridge Estate has reached its highest point of construction. Contractor Skanska was joined by supply chain and asset manager and development manager Chelsfield to host a topping ceremony to mark the milestone. This £152 million project makes up a th
23/01/2020
Two former senior directors at Balfour Beatty and Mitie have joined Amey's Executive team. The public service provider announced the appointment of Craig McGilvray and Andy Halsall as new Managing Directors. Craig McGilvray replaces Amanda Fisher as Managing Director of Facilities Management, De
23/01/2020
An agreement has been reached to bring forward the development of a £10.5m schools and community hub project in Flintshire, Wales. National contractor Kier has signed a deal to deliver the project, which will see the remodel and refurbishment of the 3-11 primary school, Queensferry CP School and a
23/01/2020
A panel of four esteemed judges has been announced for the inaugural UK Bathrooms Design Awards. Formed by online premium retailer UK Bathrooms, the awards are open to homeowners and professionals whether architect, interior designer or trade entry. The expert panel of incredibly talented judges
23/01/2020
Cirrus Systems Ltd has added three new products to its range of effective coating removal solutions.
23/01/2020
Multi-Hire Power Tools Limited is the UK's largest machine hire company that specialises in the contract flooring industry. They have a huge range of floor preparation equipment as well as screed and resin mixers. The contract flooring industry is multi-faceted, covering numerous disciplines, from
22/01/2020
National housebuilder Story Homes is beginning a major expansion and overhaul of its North East division. The company has reaffirmed its commitment to focus on this region of business after recent land investments and a number of senior management changes across several departments. John Armstron
22/01/2020
A new state-of-the-art sports and leisure complex has been opened near Alderley Edge in Cheshire. The £4 million Alderley Park Sports Complex was recently unveiled and first visitors welcomed to its range of modern indoor and outdoor facilities. GMI Construction PLC brought the new development to
22/01/2020
A senior manager at Winvic Construction has been one of the latest names added to the Board of The Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE). Design manager Charlotte Wildman was selected from a number of candidates to become one of 11 Board members, comprising the President, three Vice-Presi
22/01/2020
Kier has been named on the £2 billion Hyde Main Contractor Framework for the first time. The firm won a spot on seven of the eight lots, which are comprised of six split into three regions; Kent, South and London with two value bands (£5m-£10m and £10m+), followed by lot 7 for all regions with a v
22/01/2020
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has reached a key milestone in its transformation programme with the opening of a new office in Northern Ireland. The new Belfast hub forms part of HMRC's transformation programme to become one of the most digitally-advanced tax authorities in the world. It is one of
22/01/2020
Amey has strengthened its long association with the Armed Forces by forming an alliance with BuildForce. BuildForce is an industry led programme that aims to reduce the skills gap in the construction industry by recruiting ex-military personnel. The two companies share very similar views of recogn
22/01/2020
A Keller employee is set to compete against two others for the Institution of Civil Engineers' Tony Chapman Medal. Engineer Kanan Garayev was named in the shortlist for the accolade, which promotes the role of newly qualified incorporated ICE members (IEng) and is given to the candidate with the be
22/01/2020
The New Boss X3X Scissor Lift is now in town and is the perfect choice when working at height with minimal setup and fuss. We at Lakeside can provide next day delivery on all Boss X3X Scissor Lift orders, just be sure to order online before 3PM today. All our machines are well maintained and in saf
22/01/2020
DKV Euroservice has appointed NTBS & NCA as its new partner for UK and Ireland. The responsibility for DKV ASSIST services in this region has now been transferred to Service 24. Emergencies in UK and Ireland are directly supported by the national subcontractor Nationwide Transport Breakdown Servic
22/01/2020
Over the last year Protek has been investing in its commitment to the wood stain and paint market with an exciting and modern packaging redesign across the whole range. There was a desire to develop an easily recognisable signature look across all products that demonstrated Protek's core values of
21/01/2020
The next phase of a key redevelopment project has been approved at the famous Old Trafford cricket ground. Trafford Council gave the plans the green light, which will see a new 4,850-seater stand replace the Red Rose Suite, as well as the creation of a pitch-view suite, enhanced Member facilities,
21/01/2020
A £200 million mixed-use scheme in Manchester is moving forward with the appointment of a construction partner. Laing O'Rourke has agreed a deal for the St Michael's development, which will see the construction of a 191-bedroom hotel and 181 high-end apartments in a 40-storey tower. The scheme will
21/01/2020
The government has doubled its funding for the installation of electric vehicle chargepoints on residential streets next year. Transport Secretary Grant Shapps announced the £10 million investment today, 21 January, which could fund up to another 3,600 chargepoints across the country and make charg
21/01/2020
A design team has been appointed to shape plans for a new home for the historic Birmingham markets in Smithfield. David Kohn Architects beat competition from a host of entries to claim the leading contract for the major design scheme in the city centre. The firm will be supported with a team compr
21/01/2020
A masterplan has been submitted for the development of key land to the north east of Northampton. Pegasus Group completed the planning application for 1,600 new homes and almost 20 acres of commercial land as part of the Northampton North Sustainable Urban Extension (SUE). As well as homes and co
21/01/2020
Construction workers across the UK have voiced demands for greater efforts to cut carbon emissions and energy use in the industry, according to new research. UK hire equipment and services provider Speedy surveyed people working across the construction industry, finding that eight out 10 people bel
21/01/2020
Caddick Construction has signed on to deliver the fourth industrial building at Cross Green Industrial Estate in Leeds. The firm agreed a deal for the latest project following its success on the first two units at the site. Cross Green Industrial Estate is prominently located close to the M1/M62
21/01/2020
Work is set to begin along the A50 in Staffordshire to tackle anti-social behaviour hotspots. Kier Highways will deliver landscaping works at the woodland and garden ornamental landscape areas to make them more open, welcoming and safer. The business will cut back and thin overgrown shrubs and de
21/01/2020
Royal BAM Group has been named as one of the leaders on climate change thanks to a prestigious list. The firm featured on CDP's 'A List', which sees it ranked among the top 2% of corporate leaders on climate change. The Climate Change A List is published by CDP each year, alongside the A Lists f
21/01/2020
As of late 2019, ProLux Cleaning has perfected how leather should be treated and cleaned. Each and every one of our mobilized technicians is now equipped with special leather cleaning machines and cleaning solutions!
20/01/2020
Leading UK student accommodation provider UPP Group Holdings has appointed a new Chief Executive Officer. Elaine Hewitt joins from NHS Property Services where she has served as CEO since 2015. In her previous position she was responsible for managing and servicing a £3bn asset portfolio, some 4,000
20/01/2020
A premium residential scheme in London's EC2 has reached a major project milestone. MTD Group topped out its One Crown Place scheme, with the final floor of the 33-storey southernmost building delivered by Mace. This comes after the northernmost building reached full height in Autumn 2019. The de
20/01/2020
Galliford Try Highways has cemented its commitment to diversity in the workplace with three prestigious awards. The business was presented with the 'Construction Company' and 'Large Business' awards at the National Centre for Diversity (NCFD) Grand Awards. Duncan Elliott was named 'Managing Direct
20/01/2020
The development of a £475 million Midland Metropolitan Hospital in Smethwick in the West Midlands is to restart after two years of delays. The project suffered a major setback following the collapse of Carillion, but will now be brought forward under the control of new contractor Balfour Beatty.
20/01/2020
Amey has partnered with The Graduate Engineering Engagement Programme (GEEP) for the fifth year running. The programme, led by The Royal Academy of Engineering, in partnership with SEO London, looks to aid the transition of engineering graduates from diverse backgrounds into engineering employment
20/01/2020
A new innovative trial has been launched which looks to deliver a different way of detecting leaks within the Anglian Water pipe network. Contractor Kier has partnered with CRALEY Group on the trial, which will see fibre optic cables installed into a purpose-built model section of pipework in Linco
20/01/2020
VolkerWessels UK has been crowned 'Engineering Company of the Year' at the recent National Centre for Diversity Grand Awards. The National Centre for DiversityGrand Awards sees members of industry come together to celebrate their ongoing commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. As well a
20/01/2020
Following the announcement by GMI Construction Group at the end of 2019, Sigmat has announced the award of the light gauge steel frame contract on the Hampton by Hilton Hotel located at the Piccadilly site in the heart of York. Sigmat's team are due to be onsite from the end of February 2020, with t
17/01/2020
A deal has been agreed to bring forward the development of a new 331-room hotel in Leeds. Property management business Marrico has appointed GMI Construction Group to deliver the 14-storey project within the high profile Sovereign Square scheme. Situated on the last remaining plot at Sovereign Squ
17/01/2020
A new district energy centre has been opened in Newcastle as part of a commitment to tackle climate change in the area by saving more than 30,000 tonnes of carbon over 40 years. ENGIE hosted the launch event at its flagship Newcastle Helix site on Wednesday 15 January in partnership with Newcastle
17/01/2020
National construction firm Stepnell has secured its fourth project for HR and payroll software and services firm MHR at its Mere Way site. Striking up a great partnership with MHR during the first three schemes, Stepnell is now working to deliver a new employee car park which will cover four floor
17/01/2020
A £49 million contract extension has been awarded to Amey for the maintenance and management of highways across the North Lanarkshire Council area. The companies struck a deal to extend the highways maintenance and management contract for a further three years until June 2024. Amey has been managi
17/01/2020
Galliford Try has noticed a significant improvement in payment performance, sparking the firm's return to the Prompt Payment Code (PPC). The business had been temporarily suspended in June following a change in the way the Code operated. Following the introduction of a comprehensive action plan,
17/01/2020
Jarvis Roofing has been a valued customer of ARP for several years. Regularly using the CAD design services offered by ARP, Jarvis Roofing often have a few projects on the go at any one time. The firm recently won a tender from Ashe Construction for the roofline and rainwater system on Clarborough
17/01/2020
A ground floor flat of a converted Victorian Essex property with a basement flat below was surveyed to investigate damp patches on internal walls and a strong damp smell. The survey found a significant damp problem that had occurred due to an ongoing leak from a bathroom pipe underneath the floor of
17/01/2020
As a hire company that offers very competitive prices and have history working with commercial customers on a regular basis, Lakeside-Hire hears horror stories on many occasions of tools being stolen or misplaced on site. And its on the rise. This can prove very costly. However, you may not be aware
16/01/2020
Plans have been outlined to replace Leeds Bradford Airport's (LBA's) existing terminal with a new modern and sustainable facility. LBA is preparing to submit plans for a new terminal later this year, proposing the construction of a three floor, 34,000 sq. mt. terminal on an alternative site within
16/01/2020
A ground-breaking ceremony has been held to mark the beginning of construction on London's largest and tallest Premier Inn hotel. Developer Rockwell was joined by representatives from contractor Sisk to celebrate the project milestone, which also includes plans for new homes alongside the 400-bed
16/01/2020
A second office developer has set out plans for a project outside central Shoreditch due to increased interest in the area. This £33 million office scheme is located in an area that is seeing a huge amount of interest as rents and prices continue to rise in Shoreditch, resulting in 'Shoreditch spra
16/01/2020
A high-quality speculative-build warehouse development has been granted approval in Poyle opposite Heathrow's Terminal 5. Aberdeen Standard Investments' AIPUT fund secured permission for the project from Slough Borough Council's Planning Committee at its Blackthorne Point industrial estate. The
16/01/2020
Galliford Try's Highways business has secured a spot on a new £2 billion framework. The company was one of eight contractors appointed to the new YORcivil major works framework, which will be accessible to all local authorities across Yorkshire and Humber as well as the Sheffield Local Enterprise P
16/01/2020
A deal has been reached for the construction of new teaching block at Gresham's School in Holt, Norfolk. Kier agreed a contract to deliver the £19 million project, which will see a new science, technology, engineering, arts and maths (STEAM) facility built on the site adjacent to the Britten buildi
16/01/2020
Those after the right lighting equipment for any job can look no further than Lakeside-Hire. The firm has recently introduced its compact, single person Tower Light to the market. Able to illuminate up to 1700m² of area, these tower lights are available nationwide at discount hire rates starting a
16/01/2020
Challenge Europe has strengthened its manufacturing supply service with the introduction of new products. Ex-stock Hexalobular Internal Drive screws (generically of the TORX style) will now be available as part of its service for delivery under normal production protocols like Lineside supply, JIT
15/01/2020
Plans for a new 400-bed Premier Inn hotel in London have been boosted with a investment deal. A £106m investment deal was reached with Aviva Investors to fund the project, which will see a 30-storey development built adjacent to Westferry DLR station. Aviva Investors has acquired the freehold int
15/01/2020
A £55 million project which will see over 200 new homes brought to Barking has reached a key project milestone. Barking and Dagenham Council leader Cllr Darren Rodwell and Managing Director of Be First Pat Hayes joined together with Wates Residential Operations Director, Adrian Fennessy and constru
15/01/2020
Amey has appointed Lucy Fell as Account Director to lead the 15-year highways contract for Highways England. The Area 10 Maintenance and Response contract covers the North West of England, connecting the cities of Manchester, Liverpool and the surrounding areas. Lucy joins Amey from Highways Engla
15/01/2020
A £14 million project has seen a hospital in Bangor, Wales, upgraded with a new Emergency Department. Vaughan Gething, Minister for Health & Social Services, officially opened the facility at Ysbyty Gwynedd hospital for the Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. Betsi Cadwaladr University Healt
15/01/2020
Gregory Property Group has added to its team with a new Company Secretary and Accountant. Tracy Sormus has been appointed as Company Secretary and Accountant, replacing Marjorie Robertson who is retiring after 20 years with the firm. She brings considerable accounting and management expertise to
15/01/2020
One of the UK's leading tools, equipment and plant hire services companies, Speedy has expanded its four-hour service promise after a successful stint in London. The firm's promise provides customers with faster access to construction equipment from its network of over 200 depots across England, W
15/01/2020
The restoration of the iconic Somerset House on the South side of the Thames has been covered with specialised building wrap. Construction work on the site has been shielded by ultra-realistic building wrap from Project Print Management (PPM). "This type of wrap is called a trompe L’oeil buildin
15/01/2020
ACS Construction Group has celebrated a successful 2019 with a host of new client wins, major appointments and an expansion across its operations. Last year, ACS Construction Group secured projects with Mitsubishi Electric Europe in Blyth as part of the North Sea Link project for National Grid, Ci
14/01/2020
The Museum of London has set out its plans for a new cultural destination in the city. A planning application has been submitted to the City of London Corporation to redevelop market buildings in Market Buildings to make way for the new space. This new museum will incorporate the markets' caverno
14/01/2020
A major project in Cambridgeshire is set to create the region's first school to provide all-through education, from ages four to 18. Morgan Sindall Construction was appointed to deliver the project, which will see new educational facilities built at Cromwell Community College. This £14.6 million
14/01/2020
A new pedestrian and cycle bridge has been installed on Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in London. Contractors GRAHAM and Mace worked on Christmas Day last year to complete the installation, connecting East Bank to International Quarter London. The 350-ton steel Carpenters Land Bridge is a key part o
14/01/2020
Tunbridge Wells Borough Council (TWBC) has awarded a £13 million contract to deliver a new landmark cultural and learning centre in the area. Willmott Dixon Interiors will take on the plans to convert the council's Grade Two listed former library and museum in Tunbridge Wells into the new Amelia S
14/01/2020
A new 53-home development in East Challow, Oxfordshire, is set to be launched later this month. This Crest Nicholson scheme, Fuller's Grove, includes a range of two, three, four and five bedroom houses available for private sale. Located on the outskirts of the sought-after market town of Wantag
14/01/2020
McLaren has continued a winning streak on national frameworks after being named on a third registered provider framework in three months. The firm was recently named on two lots of Hyde's main contractor framework: London, above £10m; and all regions, above £25m (London, Kent, Sussex, Surrey, Hamps
14/01/2020
Amey's Customer Service teams were on hand to welcome the new General Officer Commanding (GOC) (Designate) of the Army Regional Command, Major General David Eastman for an exciting visit. Major General Eastman, who will take up his new role in February, visited the Amey Customer Services Centre as
14/01/2020
National construction firm Interserve has helped raise £63,000 during the Poppy Appeal. The Royal British Legion praised the company for its work during London Poppy Day on Thursday 31 October 2019, where its colleagues joined over 2000 members of the British military, veterans and volunteers to se
14/01/2020
Members of NASC are set to benefit from new funding dedicated to mental health first aid training. The company's £30,000 funding pot will allow employees to claim up to £125 towards the cost of completing a mental health first aid course. It was set up as part of the NASC's Head for Heights campaig
14/01/2020
BLE Lighting & Power Ltd has partnered with Silux Control® to create a dual branded system that integrates the Silux PRO-EM® Controller with selected BLE luminaires. The PRO-EM® Controller is a wireless, Radio Frequency encrypted communication device with mesh connectivity suitable for any size ins
13/01/2020
Pagabo has announced the successful contractors for its new £10 billion Major Works Framework. The six-year framework is open to all public and private sector organisations and is split into three project value bands across seven UK regions and includes a core and reserve list of contractors. The
13/01/2020
Wates Group has stepped up its efforts to create a more sustainable workplace with three bold pledges. The firm has committed to eliminating waste and carbon from its operations by 2025, with a further focus on enhancing the natural environment wherever it operates and to increase the value and com
13/01/2020
A key £150 million project which will transform the way in which Springfield University Hospital delivers mental health services has reached a major milestone. South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust (SWLSTG) has agreed deals with Springfield and Tolworth Estate Partnership (STEP
13/01/2020
McLaren Construction has been handed its fourth project at Quintain's 85-acre Wembley Park estate. The contractor secured a £130 million project for the construction of plots NW09 and NW10, which will see the delivery of 396 build-to-rent homes, 1,000 sq m of ground floor retail space and 1,200 sq
13/01/2020
Plans have been put forward for a major new science and engineering building at Manchester Metropolitan University. This project would see the existing John Dalton West building demolished and a new, seven-storey academic building constructed in its place. The development would deliver new teachi
13/01/2020
The £150 million regeneration of Crawley town centre has taken a major stride forward with a key appointment. National Kier has been selected to deliver the new Crawley Town Hall, which will form the centrepiece of the regeneration scheme. This will see the demolition of the existing Town Hall a
13/01/2020
Network Rail has outlined its intentions for improving its working relationship with small and medium enterprises (SMEs) across the country. The national business published a plan of action which sets out how it will achieve the government target of 33 per cent of its annual expenditure to be spen
13/01/2020
Level Waste Repository (LLWR) Ltd has boosted its working relationship with national contractor GRAHAM courtesy of a new contract. The firm has been selected to deliver an Enabling Works Contract for the Repository Development Programme (RDP), the "single largest programme of works" LLWR has under
13/01/2020
ISO-Chemie has addressed one of the main challenges faced in wintery environments with a new sealing solution. The new ISO BLOCO 600 Premium Edition foam tape allows for faster and easier joint sealing in temperatures as low as - 30°C. The pre-compressed impregnated self-adhesive foam tape, whic
10/01/2020
Following on from a record-breaking company turnover in 2019, Yorkshire-based firm Caddick Group has set its sights on increasing its presence down south. The construction and property development company has welcomed two new senior additions to its ranks and introduced a new London office. The
10/01/2020
A modern scheme to electrify the train line between Bristol and Cardiff has been completed. This project saw the electrification of 77 kilometres of the Great Western Railway (GWR) line, which forms part of Network Rail's overall Greater West Electrification Programme to electrify 275 kilometres of
10/01/2020
Harrogate Borough Council has handed out a £10 million contract for a major expansion of one of the area's existing leisure centres. This project will see national firm Willmott Dixon build a new 25m pool at Ripon's leisure centre, along with associated changing and community areas. The company wil
10/01/2020
The next phase of redevelopment at Great Ormond Street Hospital has been unlocked with a Pre-Construction Services Agreement (PCSA). Developer John Sisk & Son and Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust (GOSH) reached the agreement for future plans for the site. The project
10/01/2020
Leading UK contractor GRAHAM has begun work on the €9.3 million revamp of Ireland's largest retail development, Blanchardstown Centre. This project will see the centre welcome eight new stores and unveil a modern, reimagined space upon completion in November 2020. GRAHAM was appointed to take on
10/01/2020
A tenant has been found for a roadside site currently in development in Rushden. Godwin Developments reached a deal with British based retailer Euro Garages Limited as their tenant for the site. The companies have since worked together to amend the design to be sympathetic with the planners and co
10/01/2020
A £30 million per annum contract extension has been handed out for facilities management services at the University of Sussex. Interserve and the University of Sussex landed the deal as part of joint venture Sussex Estates and Facilities (SEF). First formed in 2013, SEF delivers total facilities
10/01/2020
VolkerRail has pledged its commitment to expand within the sector after securing a spot on a new £400m framework. The business was named as supplier on Network Rail's Design Services Framework (DSF), which will deliver design services across the country for Control Period 6, with the option to exte
10/01/2020
At Ventrolla we love restoring and replacing timber sash windows on a wide variety of domestic and commercial buildings. Many of the properties we come across have beautiful period charm; and with that can come listed building status. Age tends to be the key decider of whether a building is listed.
10/01/2020
By meeting the ISO 9001 Standard, you will be providing a better quality of service more efficiently to your customers. By building trust and enhancing your reputation this will encourage repeat business and open new business opportunities. Certification will also open new opportunities as more indu
09/01/2020
National consultancy Faithful+Gould has retained its place as the leading provider of Pagabo's latest Professional Services Framework. The company will serve on Lot 1, which is for projects up to £500 million and covers project and cost management, architecture, civil, structural and highways engin
09/01/2020
The development of a brand new two-storey science block building at Great Yarmouth Charter Academy has reached a major construction milestone. Contractor Morgan Sindall Construction was joined by local representatives to mark the completion of the building's steel superstructure. Being delivered
09/01/2020
Residents of Wales are set to benefit from greater Yanmar plant hire fleet options courtesy of a £1.5 million investment. The company's approved dealer for Wales, Phoenix Hire and Sales has added the Yanmar SV08, SV16, VIO17, SV18, VIO27, SV26, VIO38, VIO50 and VIO80 to its fleet, alongside the B9
09/01/2020
Former Galliford Try director Richard Plant has landed a new senior role at Buckingham Group. Richard has been named Buckingham's Group Commercial Director after experience holding similar roles at Galliford Try, Skanska UK and Birse Construction. In his new role, Richard will be developing the c
09/01/2020
Global construction group BAM has inspired tree planting programmes across the world with its 150th anniversary pledge. In 2019, the firm completed its commitment to plant 150,000 trees to mark the 150th year of the Royal BAM Group. Throughout the year, BAM planted trees in areas of the world in
09/01/2020
Construction workers on two high-profile projects in Liverpool have been forced to look for new work following a fraud probe. Elliot Lawless, the founder of the Elliot Group, was arrested along with a senior official at Liverpool council as part of a fraud investigation. This investigation has s
09/01/2020
London's £2.3 billion Elephant Park development is set to welcome two new restaurants. Contracts have been signed which will see popular Ecuadorian restaurant, Miko's, and Lebanese brand Bayroot open new branches at the popular site. Both restaurants are due to open in Spring 2020, and will join
09/01/2020
Galliford Try has voiced optimism for 2020 after the recent disposal of its Linden Homes and Partnerships & Regeneration divisions. The firm released an update on trading for the half ended 31 December 2019, while also shedding light on its £3.2 billion order book for 2020. Recent significant cont
09/01/2020
High numbers of customer complaints, longwinded and duplicated processes, breakdown in processes, high business risks, staff complaining about no business transparency or confusion? Any of this sound familiar, do any of these currently affect your business? You'll be forgiven for thinking, how do
09/01/2020
As the new year begins, Ancorite Surface Protection takes a look back on a project that we undertook for Modus Workspace in central Manchester. The year 2019 saw us complete the application of specialist terrazzo flooring at Peter House - a new concept in high quality co-working facilities, incorpor
08/01/2020
The Association for Consultancy and Engineering (ACE) has unveiled its new chair for 2020. Managing Director of Stantec UK Infrastructure and Buildings, Paul Reilly will take over the role from Mathew Riley who will become immediate past chair following his two year stint. Commenting on his appo
08/01/2020
A total of 82 frameworks contracts have been dished out by Network Rail to 34 different suppliers. The contracts, worth an estimated £400m for Control Period 6 (2019-2024) and up to £640m including the options to extend the framework into Control Period 7 (2024-2029), will ensure design services ar
08/01/2020
UK cladding company Vivalda Group has hosted a construction-themed funfair party to celebrate its 20th year in business. Over 150 guests descended on the firm's national headquarters in Birmingham to enjoy an event involving dodgem cars, waltzers, graffiti artists and a range of traditional fairgro
08/01/2020
A new housing development is set to launch near Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, later this month, bringing 192 homes to the area. Crest Nicholson's Alconbury Weald development comprises of a collection of one and two bedroom apartments and two, three and four bedroom houses. It also forms part of the
08/01/2020
UK property investment and development company SevenCapital has kicked off the new year with the creation of a new senior role. Former Executive Director Damien Siviter has been appointed to the newly formed role of Group Managing Director. In his new role, Damien takes on overall directorship an
08/01/2020
The University for the Creative Arts (UCA) is set to move forward with new student accommodation at its Farnham campus after securing funding. Legal & General has agreed to fund the new 252-bed student residence on behalf of its LPI (Limited Price Inflation) Income Property Fund. Located in the
08/01/2020
VINCI Construction UK has landed a contract to deliver a housing project on London's famous Oxford Street. The firm will deliver 11 high end residential apartments, which will consist of three on each of the second, third and fourth floor levels, three no. 1-bed apartments and six no. 2-bed apartm
08/01/2020
Leading construction partner Mick George has been appointed to a project at Wells Point, Merstham. Working on behalf of Glencar Construction Ltd, the company will deliver the Earthworks and Soil Stabilisation package for two new industrial warehouses. Planning has been granted to form two self-co
08/01/2020
A new set of uPVC windows can breathe life into and re-energise a tired looking house facade. Since the inception of uPVC windows over 40 years ago, Victory Windows has been at the forefront of an industry that has produced a variety of benefits to the homes of people in Coventry, Rugby and Warwick.
08/01/2020
In 2015, Lincolnshire based David Creasey founded Creasey Crushing & Screening Ltd with just two members of staff in a local quarry. Shortly afterwards, David secured the lease on a second quarry and purchased a small number of machines, enabling him to dig block stone and screen walling stone. By
07/01/2020
The new iteration of the former Galliford Try Partnerships has landed its first contract. Now known as Vistry Partnerships following its acquisition from Vistry Group, the business has won a contract for a £66m project at the Aylesbury Estate in Southwark. This will see the company build new high
07/01/2020
ISG has kicked off 2020 with the announcement of two new senior appointments. The firm has added two professionals to the Engineering Services Leadership Board, with Peter Millett joining as managing director for the Europe datacentre business and Jim McCarthy taking up the reins of a new division
07/01/2020
A senior Willmott Dixon employee has been awarded an MBE for his work as a special constabulary chief officer with the Greater Manchester Police (GMP). Mike Walmsley, who has worked for the firm in the North since 2005, has also served as a special officer since 2003 after being inspired by his fa
07/01/2020
The Construction Industry Training Board has launched a new three-year initiative targeting plant operatives and assessors. This training commission will boost the development of plant professionals to help address an industry shortage. According to Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) resear
07/01/2020
A £124.5 million upgrade project on the northbound A19 in South Tyneside has reached a major milestone. Testo's key roundabout is a major junction linking the north-south A19 corridor with the strategic eastern route around the busy Tyneside conurbation. Costain is helping deliver the work, which
07/01/2020
Work has begun on the railway between Barrow-in-Furness and Lancaster courtesy of a £500,000 investment. This project will see a steep railway embankment reinforced at Holmrock on the Furness Line to the south of the Kent Viaduct. This will increase reliable journeys in the area and forms part of
07/01/2020
An upcoming episode of BBC's major show 'DIY SOS: The Big Build' has been brought to fruition with the help of Howarth Timber & Building Supplies. The Corby branch of the supplier donated a large amount of materials to a deserving local family. 16-year-old Jordan Hutchinson and his family will be
07/01/2020
Amey has joined forces with a specialist supplier in the augmented reality field to develop a new app to address 'unflushables' in the sewer network. The firm will utilise ClicksandLinks technology to show householders right before their eyes how flushing the wrong items would block their drains a
07/01/2020
Members of the Charted Institute of Building are set to be offered a new service focusing on support for those living with anxiety, stress or anxiety-based depression. The CIOB's Benevolent Fund is partnering with Anxiety UK on the service, which will see additional services offered focused on an i
07/01/2020
Champions of sustainable design across the UK have been called to enter the world's most prestigious green build competition. A final call has been issued for the LafargeHolcim Awards, which look to reward and recognise those projects that truly push boundaries in balancing environmental performan
06/01/2020
Plans to rejuvenate Stevenage town centre have taken a major step forward. Contractor Mace has submitted a planning application to regenerate 14.5 acres of the town centre, known as SG1. It will eventually provide more than 1,800 high-quality new homes, 3,500 sqm of retail and commercial floor spa
06/01/2020
Construction has commenced on a new £9 million housing scheme in East Grinstead. Designed by FUSE Architects, the Lingfield Lodge development will comprise of 48 contemporary extra care sheltered apartments, complete with associated communal facilities and landscaping. ENGIE is delivering the proj
06/01/2020
The railway network across the North of England is set to be significantly improved this year through the Department of Transport. Transport Secretary Grant Shapps outlined how new investment will boost the rail network in the North while visiting the site of a new £10.55 million project. Set to
06/01/2020
An £85 million project at The Waterfront at Gloucester Quays is beginning to take shape after a recent event. Local councillors and Crest Nicholson employees joined The Right Worshipful Mayor of Gloucester, Councillor Colin Organ to officially open the first building at the site. Comprising 362 o
06/01/2020
A new fund has been established to support English farmers whose land was damaged in the severe flooding late last year. Unprecedented rainfall and subsequent flooding took place in November 2019 in parts of South Yorkshire, Gloucestershire and the Midlands, including areas within Lincolnshire, Der
06/01/2020
UK multi foil insulation supplier, SuperFOIL has strengthened its North division with a key appointment. Experienced industry professional Jason Collinge joins the firm as the new area sales manager for the North after spending the last two years at competitor, YBS Insulation. In his new role at
06/01/2020
Interserve has marked the beginning of the new decade by securing a spot on the Crown Commercial Service's (CCS) new framework. This record-breaking £8 billion construction works framework covers the next seven years, with Interserve being named on six lots. Key lots allocated to Interserve incl
06/01/2020
National firm Galliford Try has completed the sale of its housebuilding businesses to Bovis Homes. The £1.1 billion deal saw Linden Homes and Galliford Try Partnerships sold off, leaving Galliford Try as a standalone construction company. Bill Hocking, formerly Chief Executive of Galliford Try's
06/01/2020
The University of Cambridge's ambitious £1bn scheme to create a new sustainable district of homes, shops and schools on the city's outlying farmland has been taken forward with the help of Aggregate Industries. The construction materials provider was selected to provide a portfolio of tailored pro
06/01/2020
With applications ranging from pre-build processes to the marketing of finished products, industrial drones have the potential to impact construction operations in a major way. For construction firms, that means the prospect of investing in an industrial drone is an exciting one. However, it also m
