Local experts put in the groundwork at shopping centre development
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The cathedral city of Peterborough is a hive of activity at present, with construction works taking place everywhere you look, and similar could be said for its ‘noisy neighbours’ down the road in Cambridge.
Most recently, the semi-rural location of Hampton has been a focal point for development with extensive housing and community expansion ongoing. Located within close proximity is ‘The Serpentine’ Shopping Centre which has recently begun a £5 million pound venture to transform the 319,000 sq. ft. retail space.
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Nationwide Platforms opens new flagship depot in Scotland
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UK’s largest access rental company, Nationwide Platforms, invited more than 100 local customers to celebrate the official opening of its new flagship depot Bellshill, Scotland, today. Approximately three times the size of its previous depot, the new facility sets the benchmark for future depots and will provide enhanced customer service and support to a number of high-profile projects throughout Scotland.
Located on the Righead Industrial Estate just outside of Glasgow, the 29,000 square foot depot houses more than 450 access platforms including a range of operated and self-drive truck and van mounted platforms from its Specialist Vehicles division. Four dedicated delivery vehicles and mobile service engineer vehicles also operate from the depot to further support the area.
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Early bird booking opens for Trees, People and the Built Environment 3
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Early bird booking has opened for an acclaimed urban trees research conference. Trees, People and the Built Environment 3 (TPBE3) will return to Birmingham University, 5-6 April 2017.
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Mick George Ltd clean up at awards ceremony
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Following a rigorous selection process, the most influential ‘players’ in the waste management sector gathered in Grosvenor Square, London, yesterday for the eagerly awaited Chartered Institution of Waste Management (CIWM) ‘Sustainability and Resource Awards’, which is celebrating its 10-year anniversary.
Hosted by celebrity Alistair McGowan, the event welcomed 300 of the industries brightest stars from all over the UK, to celebrate and recognise innovation, achievement and best practice in the sustainable management of waste and resources. The long-standing and well-respected awards are judged by experts in the sector, with the winners setting the standards for others to replicate in the future.
Tina Benfield, Technical Manager at CIWM, said: “Not only the most entries ever, but the most impressive too. It’s a fantastic testament to the brilliant work going on right across the industry.”
Crossrail Project uses Cygnus wireless fire alarm system at seven stations
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Bull Products’ Cygnus wireless fire alarm system has been specified and installed so far on seven Crossrail projects in London and several miles of track. The installations include bespoke solutions such as emergency exit signal systems mostly operating underground.
Developed and designed specifically for use on construction sites, the Cygnus wireless fire alarm system is ideal for the Crossrail project as it has the most effective radio of any wireless fire alarm system.
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