GRAHAM has been awarded a scheme to install conventional noise barriers on the M40 motorway as part of a series of improvements on behalf of Highways England. The scheme will take place between Junctions 3 and 8 of the motorway, with the ultimate goal being to reduce noise pollution along
There are serious challenges ahead to finding suitable properties to convert into much-needed hotels, Ed John, a real estate partner in Shoosmiths’ hotel practice, will tell industry experts at an event hosted by Colliers International in London today. Ed will tell invited guests that due to undersupply of development land,
Vivalda Group plc, the UK’s largest distributor of high performance facades, has successfully completed an investment project that brings the benefit of digitally-controlled cutting technology to all eight of its locations across the UK and Ireland. As part of its strategy to increase its pioneering offsite fabrication capacity, the £250,000
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GRAHAM has been awarded a scheme to install conventional noise barriers on the M40 motorway as part of a series of improvements on behalf of Highways England. The scheme will take place between Junctions 3 and 8 of the motorway, with the ultimate goal being to reduce noise pollution along the route. The commitment to deliver these improvements is set out in Highways England’s Delivery Plan. Highways England has been working in partnership with the M40 Chiltern Environmental Group (M40 CEG), Wycombe District Council and South Oxfordshire District Council, to develop proposals to reduce noise along the M40 corridor between Loudwater (near junction 3 of the motorway) in Buckinghamshire and Wheatley (near junction 8) in South Oxfordshire. The organisation has been liaising with the M40 Core Group since 2005 over road noise along the M40 corridor. Following feasibility reports into using photovoltaic enabled noise barriers and PV panels, Highways England asked suppliers to develop a more cost affordable solution, and in 2016 the decision was made to revert to conventional noise barriers. Noise barriers are planned for sections of the M40 as it passes near High Wycombe, as well as near the Buckinghamshire villages of Lane End, Stokenchurch and Chepping Wycombe. Five of the sites involve direct work to highway structures, and account for 1.9km of the proposed 4.9km of barrier. The contract will be overseen by Dave Brown, who was recently appointed to lead on GRAHAM’s collaborative delivery framework (CDF) with Highways England. Upon award of the scheme, Dave said: “GRAHAM is pleased to be leading on this scheme for Highways England, which will make a huge difference to residents based along the M40 motorway. “To ensure the scheme is as cost effective as possible, the supplier has identified innovative solutions at Loudwater Viaduct, limiting barrier height while still maintaining a reduction in noise. “GRAHAM is committed to undertaking schemes like this in a collaborative manner, engaging the local community and working closely with Highways England to deliver improvements which will be beneficial for those who reside in the area.” GRAHAM’s civil engineering team has been involved in some of the most prestigious projects within the UK and Ireland, including the Tennison Road Bridge Replacement for Network Rail, the A138 Chelmer Viaduct for Highways England, and the high-profile M80 Stepps to Haggs Upgrade in central Scotland. The company has a very strong civil engineering track record which is underscored by two recent short-listings in the Major Civil Engineering Project of the Year (over £50m) category at the 30th British Construction Industry Awards 2017.
There are serious challenges ahead to finding suitable properties to convert into much-needed hotels, Ed John, a real estate partner in Shoosmiths’ hotel practice, will tell industry experts at an event hosted by Colliers International in London today. Ed will tell invited guests that due to undersupply of development land, pressures to preserve the character of the local built environment and conserve existing buildings – particularly in urban settings – in some locations the only feasible option is to convert old and sometimes historic buildings, preserving the character of towns, cities and wider communities in the process. “There’s no doubt that the business of converting existing buildings into hotels faces a number of challenges however, with constructive dialogue with local stakeholders, early engagement on design and planning as well as careful consideration of the issues well in advance of implementation, a conversion can yield some tremendous results” he said, ahead of the invitation-only event at Colliers International’s centre in George Street. “We have seen how some truly iconic buildings can be enhanced and their heritage preserved while at the same time boosting local economies and turning some former eyesores into hotels of which our communities can be proud. You only need to look at buildings like The Ned, the former Midland Bank head office in the City – named after Edward ‘Ned’ Lutyens, or The Dixon, after John Dixon Butler – the architect who originally constructed the building in 1905 as the Tower Bridge Magistrates’ Court and police station to see what can be achieved with imagination – and a lot of hard work. “This event will be a perfect opportunity for some of the industry’s brightest figures to get together, celebrate its successes but, more importantly, to share ideas for how we can continue to grow in this space and to develop ideas on how to tackle these challenges head-on.” Marc Finney, head of hotels and resorts consulting at Colliers, said: “We are in a window of opportunity right now for hotel development. Three or four years ago, following the financial crash, you could buy an existing hotel for less than the cost of construction – it didn’t make sense. “Since then, starting in London but spreading quickly to Edinburgh, Manchester and other major markets, we can now see a plethora of UK cities and towns where development profits are available again. “With the availability of clean sites few and far between in good central locations, there is an obvious spotlight on the opportunities that conversions can bring.” As part of the event, hospitality industry expert Jonathan Langston will be interviewing keynote speaker Dexter Moren, founding director of Dexter Moren Associates, who will be lending his insight on the 25 years of his leading hotel architecture practice. Other speakers include Marc Finney, head of hotels and resorts consulting at Colliers International, Ben Turner, a partner in Shoosmiths LLP’s hotel practice; Paul Cook, head of technology at ISG; Jonathan Manns, head of the UK regeneration team at Colliers; as well as Colliers’ head of UK hotel valuations David Hossack; Ben Godon and Allan Davidson, directors of Colliers’ specialist hospitality asset management practice. Andrew Sangster will moderate a panel with industry experts, which includes Clydesdale and Yorkshire Bank’s head of hotels Shona Pushpaharan, Colliers International’s head of hospitality management Clive Hillier, PPHE director of acquisitions and development Sabina Wyss di Corrado, and Adela Cristea, senior director, head of business development, UK and Ireland at Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group for Radisson.
Vivalda Group plc, the UK’s largest distributor of high performance facades, has successfully completed an investment project that brings the benefit of digitally-controlled cutting technology to all eight of its locations across the UK and Ireland. As part of its strategy to increase its pioneering offsite fabrication capacity, the £250,000 investment comprises the acquisition of an additional seven beam saws, supplied by Schelling and Mayer, with Magi-Cut computer controls ensuring total accuracy. Minimal wastage through better template design and off-site fabrication are core elements of Vivalda’s added-value offer and this investment will reinforce the company’s leadership position in the high-performance cladding sector. Vivalda’s investment in plant and technology also includes the addition of new dust extraction equipment, fork lift trucks and scissor lifts to each of its operating sites. Ben Jayes, managing director of Vivalda Group plc, said: “While terms such as construction 4.0, BIM and DfMA are becoming part of the industry’s new vocabulary, accuracy, quality control and offsite fabrication have been part of our DNA for nearly two decades. “This major investment demonstrates Vivalda Group’s core strategy to set new quality standards for the off-site fabrication sector. Contractors and specifiers are demanding total accuracy and zero defects on site. This technology ensures we continue to operate at the highest levels of performance in the industry. “Given the fact that manufacturers are now producing board sizes of up to 5.0m by 3.0m, Vivalda Group has a continuous programme to make sure we have the appropriate cutting technology and logistics in place. Our customers know they can rely on the Vivalda Group to supply their orders on time, accurately cut and knowing each panel will be individually labelled so it can be lifted off the pallet and placed directly on to the wall.” As the UK’s number one supplier of rain screen cladding and facade panels, Vivalda prides itself on offering a genuinely independent service to contractors in support of specifiers and architects. Products supplied by Vivalda include Marley Eternit, Cembrit, Rockpanel, Trespa and Fibre C. Vivalda also owns the PURA Facades brand. VivaIda Group has a turnover in excess of £30m and employs more than 100 people. With a new HQ in Birmingham, the group operates from eight locations across the UK and Ireland. Vivalda was named as one of its ‘1000 Companies to Inspire’ by the London Stock Exchange in 2017
Have you suffered an injury or an accident that’s left you clueless? Do you find yourself wondering, feeling lost, and unsure what sort of help you should receive? If you’re unsure if you need assistance with a personal injury, odds are, you likely should reach out for help. If you’ve suffered serious injuries, it’s critical to consult with personal injury attorneys. If you’re looking for a way to ease your mind, help heal your body, and get you back on your feet quicker, then hiring a personal injury or work injury lawyer could be the perfect solution for you! Three Reasons You Should Hire a Personal Injury or Work Injury Lawyer If the stress of your personal or work injury is building on you, causing you additional worry, and is making your healing process even more difficult – don’t fret, there’s something you can do. Overall, personal injury or work injury lawyers are looking to protect your interests and be an advocate for you when you’re dealing with the insurance companies, doctors, and more. So, why hire a personal injury or work injury attorney you ask? We’ve outlined a few reasons below! They Know the Ins and Outs When it comes to filing injury claims there are hundreds of rules and regulations, and more than just the sheer amount of them, they’re all strict and complicated. Personal injury attorneys are experts when it comes to these rules and regulations, like the statute of limitations, complex paperwork, court processes, and all the filing procedures. Your personal injury lawyers can help you understand the procedure and ensure that you won’t lose out on what you’re entitled to due to ignorant errors, loopholes, or technicalities. In the end, you need someone knowledgeable to provide you with the information you need to get the help that you deserve. Not only that but since they know the ins and out of personal injury law, they can help you understand your rights and recommend the legal options that may be available to your situation. They Can Provide Proof and Expertly Evaluate the Damage Lawyers can help you provide proof that your injury wasn’t your fault, so having an experienced and professional attorney is crucial. You need someone who knows the law and someone who can help you expertly evaluate the damage. It’s possible you have injuries you’re unaware of, problems related to your accident that didn’t occur to you, and specific laws regarding pain, suffering, and medical duress that might qualify you for extra medical expenses. However, in order to assess the damages you suffered, you need to gather essential pieces of evidence to establish the liability of the other party. This is where hiring a professional injury lawyer comes to the rescue. Whether you’re entitled to compensation for medical costs, lost wages and earning capacity, pain and suffering, and emotional distress, they can help you get hold of the following proof or evidence: Medical report from the doctor who assessed your work injuries Photographs of the accident scene and the injuries sustained Witness testimonies, if necessary Accident report you filed to the employer As you can see, there are many pieces of evidence that can help establish the liability of the other party. But in the event the negligence of someone else has caused death to your loved one, don’t hesitate to hire a wrongful death lawyer who won’t only gather evidence for you but make sure the party will be held legally accountable for what happened. Peace of Mind is Worth It You’re already going through a tough time – healing, hurting, and trying to sort through all your medical expenses – doesn’t working with a certified expert make sense? Doesn’t finding someone with the knowledge, experience and professionalism make sense? If you’re losing wages, facing bills you can’t afford, and are constantly in pain due to a worksite accident, partnering with someone who can help you regain your strength and finances is crucial. In the end, peace of mind is certainly worth your time, money, and effort. Conclusion Indeed, dealing with personal injuries caused by someone else’s negligent behavior can be a traumatic experience. With the information mentioned above, you have every reason to seek legal help to maximize your financial recovery. So, don’t be afraid to fight for your rights by having a lawyer on your side who can represent you in your legal battle.