Industry Europe – Issue 23.3

Page 11

NEWS

New developments in the Construction industry

INDUSTRYNEWS

Costain JV Awarded Crossrail Contract

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ostain, one of the UK’s leading engineering solutions providers, has announced that in Joint Venture (‘JV’) with Skanska it has been awarded a London Crossrail contract to construct the main station works at Bond Street Station, worth approximately £110 million. The project will involve the main construction, platform fit-out and Mechanical and Electrical services for the Western Ticket Hall in Davies Street and the Eastern Ticket Hall in Hanover Square. It follows on from the contract already awarded to the JV and announced in March 2011, for the

initial construction of the structure of the station. “This contract awarded to Costain by Crossrail is, we believe, further demonstration of the successful implementation of our ‘Choosing Costain’ strategy, in which we focus on building long term relationships with and winning repeat works from blue chip customers who are spending billions on meeting vital infrastructure needs. This contract further contributes to the strength of our order book, which comprises approximately 90% repeat business.” Visit: www.costain.com

Biggest cranes sail up the Thames by ship DP World London Gateway, Britain’s new deepsea container port, took delivery of three giant quay cranes in early March when the vessel Zhen Hua 26 floated up the Thames on the final leg of the cranes’ three-month voyage from China. The biggest ever to be delivered to the UK, the cranes are 138 metres tall – two and a half times the height of Nelson’s column – and are upright on the ship. Weighing 2000 tonnes, it

would be possible to roll the London Eye under the lifting arm. These will be just the first quay cranes destined for London Gateway. A further 21 will be delivered once construction on the six main berths is completed. The quay itself – where the cranes will sit – will be over 2.5km in length once the port is fully operational. Visit: www.londongateway.com

Sir Robert McAlpine is preferred bidder on college super campus A

consortium led by Sir Robert McAlpine has been announced as Preferred Bidder for the City of Glasgow College New Campus project in Glasgow. The Glasgow Learning Quarter consortium, which includes McAlpine’s Capital Ventures team and Forth Electrical Services, fought off fierce competition for the 25-year concession to design, build, finance and maintain the new campus.

YIT to build technical maintenance buildings for Lithuania’s Klaipeda port

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IT will build technical maintenance buildings for the Klaipeda port terminal in western Lithuania. The project is part of the contract signed by a consortium between Lemminkäinen and YIT for the renewal of the cargo terminal at Klaipeda Port.

The circa 70,000m2 development will comprise two new buildings constructed on college land at Cathedral Street in Glasgow city centre and at Thistle Street on the banks of the River Clyde. The technology-rich new campus will transform the learning landscape for some 40,000 students and 1200 staff. Visit: www.sir-robert-mcalpine.com Lemminkäinen is the consortium’s main contractor and is responsible for civil engineering, electrical work and paving. YIT Group’s Lithuanian subsidiary YIT Kausta is responsible for YIT’s role in the consortium. The total value of the project is €28 million, of which YIT’s share represents slightly over €6 million. “This is a significant project for us, as it

strengthens our market position in contracting operations in the Klaipeda region, where our focus has thus far been on residential construction. We are pleased to be involved in the development of a key Lithuanian port terminal, joining forces with another strong player in the field,” says YIT Kausta managing director Kestutis Vanagas. Visit: www.yit.fi Industry Europe 11


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Fast flowing innovation Sulzer Pumps

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Gears for industry IG Watteeuw

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The fabric of success PGI

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Optimising the performance of industrial films

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Setting new standards in electrical rail transportation Koncar

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Strong in abrasives Ekamant

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Continued success CUMI

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Compounding success Buss

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Optimising wear Magotteaux

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Leading the way GEA Group

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Complete capability CMC Biologics

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Innovator in the antibiotic arena Xellia

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Expanding global presence Vifor Pharma

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Constructing energy-efficient steel solutions

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Advancing the technology of machine tools

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From strength to strength KCM

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Offshore support specialists Olympic Shipping

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Leaders in tube forming Voestalpine

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Strong and versatile Ovako Group

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A polished operation Osborn

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Enhancing the value of speciality tubular steels OSTP

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Think offshore, thin DOF... DOF

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Tomorrow’s solutions for marine operations

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Shaping the world Jan De Nul

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Advanced heating technology

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The Swiss specialists in dairy products

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Boosting the brand Herbapol Lublin

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Increasing brand awareness HAK

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Setting new standards in PV systems

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Masterclass in canning technology Ferrum

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European power player Alstom Power

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The power of the switch The Switch

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Partners in progress Partner Tech

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Premium sound systems DMPSS 130 Award-winning sound quality Meridian

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Coool solutions Cooolcase

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Intelligent garden tools Fiskars

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Leading the way Lloyd

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Cleaner and greener Tennant

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Quality blinds B&C International

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When green meets clean Nilfisk-Advance

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Experts in high quality industrial paraffin

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First choice in customised greases

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Continuing innovation in lubricants

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Cooperation is the key Acmar

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A new structure Maie

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Solid success Spaencom

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Experts in pre-fabricated concrete Consolis

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Clear vision Press-Glass

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Innovation and synergy Gruppo Industriale Tosoni

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Leaders in sanitary technology Geberit Group

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Access to security EVVA

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Screws and metal components for cars Finnveden

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Natural beauty in floors Bauwerk Parkett

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Ahead in automation Yaskawa

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High-precision tools Niles-Simmons

4min
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Innovation and family tradition ADR

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Tractors with individuality Valtra

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Ready for new challenges Carboautomatyka

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Setting new standards in industrial weighing

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Construction news The latest from the industry

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Moving on Relocations and expansions

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Bill Jamieson A low point – but not yet a recovery point

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Winning business New orders and contracts

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Technology spotlight Advances in technology

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