Kenneth Booth
Inify selects Milton Park as first UK base to deliver AI-powered cancer diagnostics

Inify selects Milton Park as first UK base to deliver AI-powered cancer diagnostics

Swedish company, which speeds up prostate cancer diagnosis, chooses Milton Park for its first UK laboratory  Milton Park has welcomed Inify Laboratories Limited as the second occupier at its award-winning Nebula development, with the Swedish digital pathology and AI cancer diagnostics company selecting the innovation community for its first UK laboratory. Inify’s custom-built, AI-enabled laboratory

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Signify launches Interact emergency lighting system for seamless cloud-based control, monitoring and testing of emergency lighting

Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting has launched a new wireless emergency lighting portfolio andmonitoring system, enabling building managers to control, monitor and test emergency lighting and produce compliance reports, through a secure cloud-based dashboard. Powered by Signify’s Interact connected lighting system developed for intelligent buildings, the new

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“Connected Realities”: 2026 Edition of Workspace Design Show in London Reveals Bold Theme Exploring the Fusion of Physical and Digital Workplaces

“Connected Realities”: 2026 Edition of Workspace Design Show in London Reveals Bold Theme Exploring the Fusion of Physical and Digital Workplaces

The future of work isn’t physical versus digital. It’s both, beautifully and intelligently intertwined. That’s the driving force behind Connected Realities, the newly announced theme for Workspace Design Show, taking place 25–26 February at the Business Design Centre, London. This edition invites exhibitors and visitors alike to explore how hybrid

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Europe's Leading Vitrified Clay Pipe Manufacturer Steinzeug-Keramo to Showcase Sustainable Solutions at National Drainage Show

Europe’s Leading Vitrified Clay Pipe Manufacturer Steinzeug-Keramo to Showcase Sustainable Solutions at National Drainage Show

Company to present Life Cycle Assessment seminar and demonstrate innovative KERA range at Stand B28, 26-27 November. Steinzeug-Keramo, Europe’s leading manufacturer of vitrified clay pipe systems, will showcase its innovative drainage solutions and present cutting-edge sustainability research at the National Drainage Show, taking place 26-27 November at ExCeL London. The

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Colmore Gate set for Grade A transformation as McLaren takes the helm

Colmore Gate set for Grade A transformation as McLaren takes the helm

McLaren has been appointed construction manager for the wholesale refurbishment of Colmore Gate, signalling a major upgrade for one of Birmingham’s best-known office towers. The project, led by owner AP UK (Ashtrom Properties), will reposition the 1990s building as a high-spec, sustainable workplace offering around 290,000 sq ft of Grade

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Innovo reveals maiden UK development with flagship residential scheme opposite Lord’s Cricket Ground

Innovo reveals maiden UK development with flagship residential scheme opposite Lord’s Cricket Ground

Innovo Developments UK, the UK development arm of international leader in construction and development, Innovo, is set to deliver its debut scheme following the successful acquisition of a long-dormant brownfield site opposite the world-famous Lord’s Cricket Ground. Set within one of the capital’s most sought-after neighbourhoods, the prime development on

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Costain chosen for major infrastructure delivery partner role at Sellafield

Costain chosen for major infrastructure delivery partner role at Sellafield

Billion-pound, 15-year contract award will deliver critical utilities infrastructure upgrades at Cumbria decommissioning site. Costain, the infrastructure solutions company, has been selected by Sellafield for a significant role on its long-term Infrastructure Delivery Partnership (IDP). The total value of Sellafield’s IDP is worth up to £2.9bn, split into three lots.

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Crewe’s Cumberland Arena upgrade takes a major leap forward

Crewe’s Cumberland Arena upgrade takes a major leap forward

An upgrade to a premier athletics and football venue in Crewe has taken a major leap forward. The improvement scheme at the town’s Cumberland Arena is a step nearer the finishing line after the steel frame structure for a new two-storey building was erected. The building will house three multi-functional

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Issue 333 : Oct 2025

Kenneth Booth

Inify selects Milton Park as first UK base to deliver AI-powered cancer diagnostics

Inify selects Milton Park as first UK base to deliver AI-powered cancer diagnostics

Swedish company, which speeds up prostate cancer diagnosis, chooses Milton Park for its first UK laboratory  Milton Park has welcomed Inify Laboratories Limited as the second occupier at its award-winning Nebula development, with the Swedish digital pathology and AI cancer diagnostics company selecting the innovation community for its first UK laboratory. Inify’s custom-built, AI-enabled laboratory will help it to meet the UK’s rising demand for cancer diagnostics, while easing pressure on NHS pathology services. The company’s move to Milton Park aims to replicate its recent success in Sweden, which sees it handle around 80% of Stockholm’s and 10% of the country’s total number of prostate biopsies. Compared to NHS patients often waiting two to three weeks for results in the UK, Inify’s tests in Sweden guarantee an answer in five working days or less, with an average turnaround of just 3.5 days. As well as the speed of results, Inify says its proprietary AI software, INIFY® Prostate, has been proven in clinical studies to deliver world-leading accuracy, with >99% sensitivity and 97% specificity. Every case is then reviewed by a specialist pathologist before a final report is issued. The new facility at Milton Park’s Nebula development brings Inify’s clinical, laboratory and commercial functions together into a single building. The design of the new laboratory space allows the company to control every stage of its diagnostic chain, from sample logistics, tissue processing and preparation, through to digitisation, AI analysis and review by specialist pathologists. Named Best Commercial Building at the OxProp Awards 2025, Nebula’s flexible layout has also allowed Inify to create a more efficient digital workflow for its teams, which will help to optimise image quality, reporting speed and accuracy of its tests. Kate Bucknall, Managing Director of Inify UK, said: “Our new base at Milton Park is a real milestone in our mission to improving cancer care and reducing delays in patient pathways. Our recent success shows that digitised, AI-supported workflows can halve the time from biopsy to diagnosis, which has been transformative for both patients and clinicians in Sweden. “With around 120,000 prostate biopsy patients requiring support every year, the UK’s demand for diagnostics is around six times larger than in Sweden. In the UK, our ageing population, growing awareness and a national shortage of pathologists and biomedical scientists mean we have a significant bottleneck in prostate diagnosis.  “We want to tackle that challenge head-on in our new facility, by giving patients answers as soon as possible, while providing quality and efficiency gains across the pathway. The Inify lab will have capacity to handle a volume similar to the country’s total demand.” Kate added: “After an extensive search, we chose Milton Park based on its vibrant community, strong transport links and access to exceptional talent near Oxford and London. Nebula was also ideal for us to build a state-of-the-art lab from scratch. The buildings’ eco-friendly credentials, timber frame and light-filled design aligns with our Scandinavian aesthetic and sustainability approach. “The new space is welcoming, for both the Inify team and also for our clinicians and partners. From wellbeing events and sense of community to transport connections, the park is somewhere we feel people will want to come to work.” Tom Booker, Commercial Manager at MEPC Milton Park, commented: “We’re thrilled that Inify has chosen Milton Park as its UK home. The team’s decision to join the Milton Park community reinforces our position as a home for leading life science and med-tech organisations to collaborate, innovate and grow.  “Inify’s work in Sweden is a real example of how innovation can deliver meaningful impact in healthcare. We look forward to seeing the difference it can make on patient outcomes in its new UK base here at Milton Park.” Milton Park’s Nebula development offers flexible workspaces tailored to advanced engineering, R&D and technical operations. With 8-metre roof clearances, open-plan workspaces, mezzanine offices and large roller shutters designed to accommodate heavy machinery. Designed to BREEAM ‘Excellent’ standards, Nebula’s buildings have incorporated structural glulam timber beams, which reduced the project’s carbon footprint by 686 tonnes of CO2, equivalent to 196 return flights to Hong Kong. Occupiers can also benefit from enhanced power capacity, LED lighting, energy-efficient climate control and electric vehicle charging infrastructure. For more information on Milton Park, please visit: www.miltonpark.com Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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Signify launches Interact emergency lighting system for seamless cloud-based control, monitoring and testing of emergency lighting

Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting has launched a new wireless emergency lighting portfolio andmonitoring system, enabling building managers to control, monitor and test emergency lighting and produce compliance reports, through a secure cloud-based dashboard. Powered by Signify’s Interact connected lighting system developed for intelligent buildings, the new system enhances the testing process by automating function and duration tests, while delivering data insights and health status alerts. Interact Building Manager enables building operators to monitor and manage both general and emergency lighting through a cloud-based dashboard. This supports multiple testing schedules and delivers detailed reports for regulatory documentation and reporting. The system also simplifies maintenance and supports compliance with emergency lighting standards as per local regulations. James Bennett, Commercial Director – Signify UK&I said “For building managers and maintenance teams alike, regular testing and maintenance of emergency lighting is crucial, but can be time-consuming and prone to human error. Signify’s new wireless emergency lighting portfolio and Interact Building Manager provides visibility and control over your emergency lighting with regular proof of performance to ensure compliance with relevant standards while reducing operational complexity and cost.” There are several configurations to meet the varying needs of buildings: general lighting fixtures with built-in emergency capabilities and wireless exit signs and emergency lights. Everything from general lighting to emergency lighting can be commissioned and deployed under one contract and one dashboard, enabling cost savings and efficient maintenance and monitoring of an entire lighting system. James Bennett, Commercial Director – Signify UK&I further said: “With our connected wireless emergency lighting portfolio, building operators can find tailor-made solutions while also reducing cost, streamlining operations and meeting essential compliance standards. Signify’s expertise in both general and emergency lighting means we can act as a single trusted partner for a wide range of customer needs.” Interact already supports millions of connected light points in large-scale installations worldwide and is built on robust cybersecurity principles to ensure that the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of users’ data is protected and maintained. For more details, click here to learn more about Signify Interact and click here to learn more about the emergency lighting portfolio. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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“Connected Realities”: 2026 Edition of Workspace Design Show in London Reveals Bold Theme Exploring the Fusion of Physical and Digital Workplaces

“Connected Realities”: 2026 Edition of Workspace Design Show in London Reveals Bold Theme Exploring the Fusion of Physical and Digital Workplaces

The future of work isn’t physical versus digital. It’s both, beautifully and intelligently intertwined. That’s the driving force behind Connected Realities, the newly announced theme for Workspace Design Show, taking place 25–26 February at the Business Design Centre, London. This edition invites exhibitors and visitors alike to explore how hybrid models, immersive technologies, and smart environments are reshaping the workplace, not just as spaces we use, but as environments we feel, engage with and belong to. “We’re moving beyond furniture and floorplans. Today’s most successful workplaces behave almost like living organisms, responsive, sensory, and human,” says Esha Bark-Jones, Event Director for Workspace Design Show. “Connected Realities is a celebration of that evolution, the moment where physical design and digital intelligence finally operate in harmony.” Rather than treating the theme as a backdrop, Workspace Design Show is turning it into a full-scale design challenge, asking exhibitors to interpret Connected Realities through the way they build and behave within their stands. Whether through AR-enabled product demos, blended material palettes, live data walls or wellbeing-driven sensory environments, the show floor is set to become a living exhibition of this reality’s workplace behaviour. A few of the leading brands already confirmed to participate include König + Neurath, Sedus, Bisley, Pedrali, Interface, Kvadrat, and Forbo, each set to showcase not just products, but perspectives on how connection between people, space and technology can elevate performance, culture and everyday joy at work. We are also working closely with our design partners Gensler, Peldon Rose, MCM Architecture, M Moser Associates and Area to bring this theme to life. Adding to the excitement, the inaugural Workspace Design Awards will take place live at the show on 25 February 2026, celebrating completed workplace projects from around the world. The Workspace Design Awards are assessed by senior occupiers, developers and workplace transformation leaders, meaning entries are evaluated from the perspective of the people who actually live with the results. Entry is free and open to architects, interior designers, design consultancies, fit-out companies, occupiers, developers and workplace strategists for projects completed between 1 January 2023 – 30 October 2025. Full details at workspaceshow.co.uk/awards Workspace Design Show is inviting the industry not just to attend but to participate in a collective showcase of how work can evolve when physical and digital no longer compete but collaborate. Key DatesWorkspace Design Show London: 25–26 February 2026Workspace Design Awards Ceremony & Show Party: 25 February 2026Awards Entry Deadline: 31 October 2025 Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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Europe's Leading Vitrified Clay Pipe Manufacturer Steinzeug-Keramo to Showcase Sustainable Solutions at National Drainage Show

Europe’s Leading Vitrified Clay Pipe Manufacturer Steinzeug-Keramo to Showcase Sustainable Solutions at National Drainage Show

Company to present Life Cycle Assessment seminar and demonstrate innovative KERA range at Stand B28, 26-27 November. Steinzeug-Keramo, Europe’s leading manufacturer of vitrified clay pipe systems, will showcase its innovative drainage solutions and present cutting-edge sustainability research at the National Drainage Show, taking place 26-27 November at ExCeL London. The company’s Sales Engineer, Lorenzo Vidus Rosin, will deliver an informative seminar titled “Buried Infrastructure, Visible Impact: Life Cycle Assessment of Sewer Pipes” on Wednesday 26th November at 11:40 am. Through a real-world case study, the presentation will demonstrate how Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) data can be integrated into comparative Life Cycle Assessments, providing infrastructure professionals with fact-based methods for assessing drainage material sustainability. Visitors to Stand B28 will have the opportunity to explore Steinzeug-Keramo’s KERA range of vitrified clay pipes, which entered the UK market earlier this year. The range represents a significant expansion of sustainable drainage options for UK infrastructure projects, prioritising long-term performance and environmental responsibility. “Vitrified clay is a proven, durable and sustainable material for underground drainage systems,” explained Lorenzo Vidus Rosin. “I’ll be sharing how Environmental Product Declaration data can be integrated into comparative LCAs, strengthening the basis for procurement and commercial projects, with a direct link to the economic aspect through Life Cycle Cost analysis.” Key highlights from Steinzeug-Keramo’s presence at the show include: The company’s participation at this year’s The Drainage Show comes at a crucial time for the UK drainage sector, as infrastructure professionals increasingly seek sustainable alternatives that deliver both performance and environmental benefits. Vitrified clay pipes offer exceptional durability, chemical resistance, and contribute significantly to the circular economy by extending operational lifespans and reducing waste. “By launching our KERA range of vitrified clay pipes into the UK earlier this year, we’re now offering the market a greater choice of products which prioritise sustainability and long-term performance,” said Leon Woods, Country Manager UK at Steinzeug-Keramo. “We invite visitors at The National Drainage Show to attend Lorenzo’s seminar for an informative and illuminating insight into Life Cycle Costing and also to visit Stand B28 and speak with our team about how vitrified clay pipes can be the solution for their project.” About the National Drainage Show The National Drainage Show is the UK’s premier two-day event for drainage, water and wastewater professionals. The exhibition brings together manufacturers, suppliers, contractors, engineers, local authorities, developers and specifiers under one roof. Co-located with Floodex, the Waterways Management Show, and the National Civils Show. For more information about Steinzeug-Keramo, visit: https://www.steinzeug-keramo.com/en-gb/ Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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Colmore Gate set for Grade A transformation as McLaren takes the helm

Colmore Gate set for Grade A transformation as McLaren takes the helm

McLaren has been appointed construction manager for the wholesale refurbishment of Colmore Gate, signalling a major upgrade for one of Birmingham’s best-known office towers. The project, led by owner AP UK (Ashtrom Properties), will reposition the 1990s building as a high-spec, sustainable workplace offering around 290,000 sq ft of Grade A space. Operating under its construction management model, McLaren will partner closely with the client and bring key trades to the table early to de-risk delivery and compress programme. Vince Lydon, managing director for Construction Management & Specialist Projects at McLaren, said the approach enables “a true partnership with our client and [to] involve the supply chain early on in the process”. For AP UK, the scheme is central to its Midlands strategy. Chief executive Guy Lewinsohn described Colmore Gate as a landmark at the heart of the city’s business district and said the overhaul will provide high-quality, sustainable space that meets evolving occupier needs and supports Birmingham’s growth as a leading hub for business. While full technical details are to follow, the upgrade is expected to focus on a comprehensive enhancement of building services, energy performance and internal layouts to match post-pandemic workplace standards. Typical Grade A refurbishments of this scale include replacing legacy MEP with efficient all-electric systems, improving façade performance, expanding end-of-journey facilities, and creating flexible floorplates with high natural light and modern amenities. Construction management is increasingly being adopted on complex urban refits where design development and procurement benefit from contractor and specialist input at an early stage. The model can help navigate constraints around live city-centre sites, heritage considerations and retained structures, while providing transparency on cost and programme as packages are let. Colmore Gate’s upgrade comes amid sustained demand in Birmingham for well-located, energy-efficient offices capable of supporting hybrid working, wellness and ESG reporting requirements. With net-zero targets tightening across corporate real estate, deep retrofits of existing assets are becoming the preferred route to deliver high performance with lower embodied carbon than new-build alternatives. With McLaren mobilising and AP UK driving a sustainability-led brief, the project is set to deliver a significant lift to the Colmore Business District’s prime office offer and add momentum to the city’s ongoing commercial regeneration. Further design and programme milestones are expected to be announced as the supply chain is engaged and detailed packages are agreed. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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First Wave rises: Willmott Dixon breaks ground on £140m Emergency Care Building in Plymouth

First Wave rises: Willmott Dixon breaks ground on £140m Emergency Care Building in Plymouth

Main construction has begun on Derriford Hospital’s new Emergency Care Building, the first scheme in Wave 1 of the Government’s New Hospital Programme to move from enabling works to full build. Procured under ProCure23 with Mace, the £140m four-storey facility will double urgent and emergency capacity for University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust and is due to open in 2028/29. The project replaces the hospital’s 1970s emergency department with a modern care hub designed around faster pathways, co-located diagnostics and better staff amenities. At ground level, a new Emergency Department will expand majors, resus and assessment capacity, while the reconfigured existing ED will become a dedicated paediatric emergency department on completion. The first floor will house a Same Day Emergency Care unit to support rapid admission, treatment and discharge, easing bed pressure across the wider estate. Upper floors concentrate high-acuity services and imaging. Plans include four interventional radiology theatres, five surgical theatres for both emergency and planned procedures, new imaging suites, recovery areas and improved staff facilities. The extension will be connected into the live hospital to maintain clinical adjacencies while minimising patient transfers, crucial for a site that serves as the major trauma centre for the South West peninsula. Marking the milestone, programme director Stuart Windsor said: “It has been a long journey to get to today, but we will now finally see the new Emergency Care Building start to rise from the ground.” Willmott Dixon director Rob Woolcock added: “This represents not just the beginning of a building, but the next step in enhancing the care and wellbeing of thousands of patients every year… a modern, purpose-built environment designed to support both patients and staff.” Beyond clinical capacity, the scheme targets regional skills and supply-chain benefits. Through its Building Lives Academy, Willmott Dixon will create apprenticeships, employment support and training, with a focus on sourcing materials and labour locally across the South West. The contractor’s healthcare track record includes the £30m regeneration of Barnes Hospital in London and the £150m redevelopment of Springfield University Hospital in Wandsworth. For designers and delivery teams, the brief reflects current NHS priorities: future-proofed floorplates, clear wayfinding, robust infection-control strategies, and resilient MEP with space for emerging technologies. With ground broken in Plymouth, Wave 1 now has a live benchmark for how the New Hospital Programme intends to modernise emergency care while driving social value in host communities. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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Innovo reveals maiden UK development with flagship residential scheme opposite Lord’s Cricket Ground

Innovo reveals maiden UK development with flagship residential scheme opposite Lord’s Cricket Ground

Innovo Developments UK, the UK development arm of international leader in construction and development, Innovo, is set to deliver its debut scheme following the successful acquisition of a long-dormant brownfield site opposite the world-famous Lord’s Cricket Ground. Set within one of the capital’s most sought-after neighbourhoods, the prime development on St John’s Wood Road will feature a total of 89 apartments. A quarter of these will be family-sized three-bedroom offerings, complete with extensive roof gardens offering impressive far-reaching views out over the cricket ground and London’s skyline. Residents will enjoy premium on-site amenities, including a spa complete with a sauna, ice bath and swimming pool, a large gym, library, children’s play space, and concierge services. London attractions Regent’s Park and St John’s Wood High Street are within a five minutes’ walk. Prioritising a design-led approach to development, Innovo Developments UK has assembled a best-in-class team of London-based architects, landscapers, and interior designers to deliver the St John’s Wood Road scheme. This includes Apt, the architecture studio behind the Merchant Square and Mayfair Members Club; garden designers and nine-time RHS Gold Medal winner Andy Sturgeon Design; and two interior design studios, the award-winning Goddard Littlefair alongside Bowler James Brindley. The St John’s Wood Road scheme marks the first site in Innovo’s wider identified pipeline of high-value residential and commercial projects in London, with today’s announcement marking a major vote of confidence in the UK capital’s real estate market. Set to complete in 2029, the St John’s Wood Road development meets a need for housing in a deeply undersupplied and highly desirable area. Only one other major prime residential scheme in the area is scheduled to complete within the same period. Detailed planning consent for the residential development has already been approved and implemented. In delivering its debut scheme, Innovo Developments UK will draw on Innovo’s global track record for complex, high-value residential projects across North America and the Middle East, with over £2 billion in development internationally. Innovo’s portfolio includes branded residences, large-scale residential communities, commercial centres, educational institutions, and critical infrastructure. Innovo Developments UK is made up of a highly experienced senior team, led by Managing Director, Brendon Moss, who oversaw the redevelopment of the former Chelsea Barracks at Qatari Diar. Innovo Developments is a subsidiary of Innovo Development, chaired by John Forrester, who is also Chair of Related Argent, and the mastermind behind the regeneration of King’s Cross. Brendon Moss, Managing Director, Innovo Developments UK, said: “Aligned with our ambitions to build a portfolio of high-quality, modern developments in London, St John’s Wood Road will deliver much-needed homes in a highly desirable location. Directly opposite the global “home of cricket,” and a stone’s throw from Regent’s Park, the proposals have been sensitively designed to reflect their local area in close collaboration with a first-class architecture and landscaping team.” John Forrester, Chair, Innovo Development, said: “Drawing on Innovo’s extensive expertise in high value and complex projects worldwide, we look forward with excitement to deliver our first London development. Whilst long dormant, the site is of the highest quality, and we are excited to be creating desirable new homes in one of this great city’s most attractive neighbourhoods.” The wider Innovo business is headquartered in London, and chaired by former Chancellor of the Exchequer, The Rt. Hon. Lord Phillip Hammond. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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Costain chosen for major infrastructure delivery partner role at Sellafield

Costain chosen for major infrastructure delivery partner role at Sellafield

Billion-pound, 15-year contract award will deliver critical utilities infrastructure upgrades at Cumbria decommissioning site. Costain, the infrastructure solutions company, has been selected by Sellafield for a significant role on its long-term Infrastructure Delivery Partnership (IDP). The total value of Sellafield’s IDP is worth up to £2.9bn, split into three lots. Costain has been confirmed as Utilities Delivery Partner (Lot 3), worth up to £1bn to the company. The contract consists of an initial term of nine years with an option to extend by a further six years, either in a single extension or multiple smaller extensions. As Utilities Delivery Partner, Costain’s role will include the completion of detailed design and all procurement, installation, construction, commissioning and handover activities that form part of the contract delivery. Drawing on its extensive cross-sector experience delivering complex infrastructure programmes in the water, energy and transportation sectors, Costain’s responsibilities will involve refurbishing and replacing a variety of on-site and off-site utility distribution systems and services, including steam, water supply, water treatment, compressed gas and other essential utilities serving Sellafield. Alex Vaughan, chief executive officer of Costain, commented: “This new contract award with Sellafield, with whom we have been working with since 2005, is testament to our strategy of developing long-term relationships with tier 1 customers, building strong and collaborative partnerships, broadening our service offering, and maintaining consistency and continuity of workflows. “This long-term award further demonstrates our integral position in the UK’s civil nuclear energy market. The Government is clear that the safe and responsible decommissioning of the UK’s nuclear legacy is a critical part of creating a sustainable future and delivering local and national economic prosperity. As one of Sellafield’s trusted partners we will deliver safe, high-quality utilities upgrades in a complex working environment.” James Riddick, Sellafield Ltd chief supply chain officer, said: “Our job at Sellafield is to create a clean and safe environment for future generations. That means safely, securely, and cost effectively dealing with the legacy of historic operations on our site. To deliver this we need robust and reliable infrastructure to support our nuclear decommissioning and waste management activities. “IDP is a long-term strategic partnership designed to provide that support while unlocking investment and opportunities for our local community anddelivering sustainable value for money to the taxpayer. We’re excited to welcome our new partners, and we look forward to working together to progress our mission while creating transformational and enduring social value.” The contract award builds on Costain’s decades of experience delivering best-in-class infrastructure solutions in the highly regulated nuclear energy sector. Costain has worked with Sellafield since 2005, including on the Evaporator D project and as part of the Decommissioning Delivery Partnership. Costain was recently selected to carry out the next phase of decommissioning work at Trawsfynydd nuclear power station in North Wales, and it also provides project controls services at EDF’s eight UK nuclear power stations. Earlier this year, Costain was chosen to design Urenco’s new state-of-the-art advanced nuclear fuels production facility in Cheshire, and was also awarded a place on a multi-million-pound framework to provide expertise for the construction of Sizewell C. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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Crewe’s Cumberland Arena upgrade takes a major leap forward

Crewe’s Cumberland Arena upgrade takes a major leap forward

An upgrade to a premier athletics and football venue in Crewe has taken a major leap forward. The improvement scheme at the town’s Cumberland Arena is a step nearer the finishing line after the steel frame structure for a new two-storey building was erected. The building will house three multi-functional studio spaces, a balcony and covered seating for spectators and a new reception area. Included in the scheme will be additional parking spaces, EV charging points, improved access for pedestrians and cyclists, and bike shelters. Salford-based MC Construction is the main contractor for the redevelopment, working alongside professionals including building surveyor David Trowler Associates, structural engineer ABA Consulting, and mechanical and electrical engineer Crookes Walker Consulting. The project is being led by Cheshire East Council and Everybody Health and Leisure, the borough’s leisure trust. It is supported by the government’s Towns Fund allocation to Crewe. It is part of Cheshire East Council’s strategy to offer enhanced health and wellbeing opportunities for Crewe residents and encourage more people to take up physical activity. The studios will be open seven days a week for dance classes, Pilates, yoga and other activities, as well as for programmes and events involving educational, social and community groups. The new building has been designed to support Cheshire East’s environmental ambitions and will feature LED lighting, solar panels on the roof and air source heat pumps. There will also be an external living wall. Work began earlier this year with the demolition of an existing building. Following the installation of the steel frame, the next phase of works will involve completing the structure with concrete flooring, a brick finish to the ground floor exterior and cladding for the first-floor exterior. After that, the building will be fitted out. The project is scheduled for completion next spring. The Cumberland Arena is used by Crewe and Nantwich Athletics Club and other local running clubs including Sandbach Striders, Alsager Runners, South Cheshire Harriers and Congleton Harriers. Several local football clubs train or play home games on the arena’s 3G artificial grass pitch. Changing rooms for people using those facilities remain in use in a single-storey building next to the new structure. Russ Forshaw, managing director of MC Construction, said: “Working once again alongside our longstanding client Cheshire East Council, we are proud to be the main contractor to carry out this important upgrade to Cumberland Arena. “The project will deliver greatly improved facilities for the area and aims to inspire more people to take up physical activity, in line with the council’s commitment to providing enhanced health and wellbeing opportunities. “Alongside this, the design will support the council’s aims to become carbon neutral, with a number of significant environmental features. “We look forward to delivering the scheme next spring and seeing the new facilities becoming a popular addition to the Cumberland Arena.” Tony Davison, chair of Crewe Town Board, said: “The upgrade of Crewe’s Cumberland Arena is going to be hugely beneficial to so many people and clubs in the town and I am delighted that we have managed to utilise the government’s Town Fund allocation for this work. “I’m very excited to see how this very inclusive facility is going to be received when it opens next spring.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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TOPPING OUT CEREMONY MARKS SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION AT ANCHOR’S EDWALTON DEVELOPMENT

Topping out ceremony marks successful completion at Anchor’s Edwalton Development

England’s largest not-for-profit later-living provider, Anchor, celebrated a key milestone – the topping out and the laying of the last tile on the roof of its newest affordable housing development on Melton Road in Edwalton. The event was attended by senior Anchor personnel, Homes England, and Rushcliffe Borough Council. Located in Nottingham, the development will provide 80 homes for rent, of which there will be 31 one-bedroom and 49 two-bedroom apartments available. Once open, the scheme will also provide future residents with various modern communal spaces, including beautifully landscaped gardens and a seated patio area. Anchor’s Executive Director of Development, Oli Boundy, said: “The topping out ceremony at Edwalton marks an important milestone for both Anchor and the development. It will deliver much needed, high-quality, affordable accommodation to support older people in the local community. We would like to thank Vistry, Homes England, and Rushcliffe Borough Council for their support and co-operation in helping us reach this stage.” James Warrington, Executive Chair (North, South Midlands and East Division) at Vistry Group, added: “Reaching this milestone with our partners Anchor, Homes England, and Rushcliffe Borough Council is a proud moment for everyone involved. These new apartments in Edwalton represent our commitment to delivering high-quality, affordable homes which are tailored to the needs of those entering their later years. By working together, we’re not only addressing the urgent need for later living accommodation, but also helping to build a vibrant, inclusive community where residents can truly thrive.” Lewis Young, Senior Manager – Affordable Housing Delivery at Homes England, commented: “As the Government’s housing and regeneration agency, increasing the supply of quality affordable homes remains one of our key objectives and we are committed to supporting ambitious housebuilders of all sizes to build those homes and communities. “This investment through the Affordable Homes Programme does just that, enabling Anchor to build 80 much needed new homes the people of Rushcliffe can be proud of.” Councillor Roger Upton, Portfolio Holder for Planning & Housing at Rushcliffe Borough Council, said: “Anchor has worked closely with the local community throughout the building of this development, which is a testament of its commitment to providing homes for later living that suit the demand and changing needs of the older population in our area. I look forward to seeing the developing relationship between Anchor and their residents and witnessing the growth of a thriving older community.” For more information about the development please visit https://www.anchor.org.uk/edwalton. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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