IRISNDT is a leading provider of Asset Integrity Engineering, NonDestructive Testing, Heat Treatment and Laboratory services. This is achieved through investment in training local personnel, continuous development of our facilities and refreshing our equipment to offer the latest in technology and innovations. This is supported by a strong commitment to safety, quality, and the environment. IRISNDT are closely supported by our colleagues in Canada, the USA and Australia.
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
• Rope Access
IRISNDT is a leading provider of Asset Integrity Engineering, NonDestructive Testing, Heat Treatment and Laboratory services. This is achieved through investment in training local personnel, continuous development of our facilities and refreshing our equipment to offer the latest in technology and innovations. This is supported by a strong commitment to safety, quality, and the environment. IRISNDT are closely supported by our colleagues in Canada, the USA and Australia.
ASSET INTEGRITY ENGINEERING
• Pressure System Inspections
ASSET INTEGRITY ENGINEERING
• Storage Tank Inspections
• Pipeline Inspections
• Pressure System Inspections
• Storage Tank Inspections
• Out of Service and In-Service Inspections
• Pipeline Inspections
• Category 1, 2 & 3 Inspectors
• Out of Service and In-Service Inspections
• Written Schemes of Examination (WSE’s)
• Category 1, 2 & 3 Inspectors
• Fitness for Service (FFS) Assessments
• Engineering Calculations
• Written Schemes of Examination (WSE’s)
• Fitness for Service (FFS) Assessments
• Maxi-Trak Field Services (Customized Software)
• Engineering Calculations
• Bund Surveys
• Maxi-Trak Field Services (Customized Software)
• Bund Surveys
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
• Heat Treatment
• Pressure Testing
• Rope Access
• Welding Inspection
• Heat Treatment
• Materials Laboratory (ISO 17025)
• Pressure Testing
• Welder Training
• Welding Inspection
• Failure Investigations
• Materials Laboratory (ISO 17025)
• Welder Training
• Failure Investigations
CONVENTIONAL NDT
• X-Radiography & Gamma Radiography
• Computed and Digital Radiography
CONVENTIONAL NDT
• Close Proximity Radiography
• X-Radiography & Gamma Radiography
• Ultrasonic Inspection
• Computed and Digital Radiography
• Magnetic Particle Inspection
• Close Proximity Radiography
• Dye Penetrant Inspection
• Ultrasonic Inspection
• Eddy Current & Eddy Current Array
• Magnetic Particle Inspection
• Positive Material Identification (PMI)
• Dye Penetrant Inspection
• Hardness Testing
• Eddy Current & Eddy Current Array
• Ferrite Testing
• Positive Material Identification (PMI)
• ACFM Inspection
• Hardness Testing
• Vacuum Box Testing
• Ferrite Testing
• ACFM Inspection
• Vacuum Box Testing
• Remote Robotic Inspections – Visual & UT
ADVANCED NDT
• Drone Surveys – Internal and External
• Laser Scanning
• Remote Robotic Inspections – Visual & UT
• Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing
• Drone Surveys – Internal and External
• Time of Flight Diffraction (TOFD)
• Laser Scanning
• AUT & PAUT Corrosion Mapping
• Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing
• Tube Inspection (IRIS, ECT, RFT, NFA)
• Time of Flight Diffraction (TOFD)
• Guided Wave Testing – Long Range UT
• AUT & PAUT Corrosion Mapping
• QSR1 – Corrosion Under Pipe Supports
• Tube Inspection (IRIS, ECT, RFT, NFA)
• MFL – Tank Floors and Pipelines
• Guided Wave Testing – Long Range UT
• QSR1 – Corrosion Under Pipe Supports
• HTHA Inspections (TOFD, TFM, PAUT & TULA)
• MFL – Tank Floors and Pipelines
• HTHA Inspections (TOFD, TFM, PAUT & TULA)
A look at what’s going on within industry in and around the Lincolnshire, Yorkshire and the Humber regions.
05. Regional Accountancy Firm delighted to be a finalist in prestigious awards
06. Digital Invoicing is a Crucial Step in Preventing Invoice Fraud
DB Cargo UK delivers HVO-powered services for Drax
10. Two new 210-place primary schools in North East Lincolnshire will be built by building contractor Hobson & Porter
11. Monocle brings vision and style to offer a workplace that’s more than just work space
12. ASHCOURT GROUP - Your sustainable construction materials & recycling partner 14. Dock Tower conservation plan
Contractor dedicates historic bridge restoration award to community campaigners
20. Preparing for Harvest 2024
21. Able UK Welcomes the UK’s First HGV Electric Vehicle Charging Hub to Able Humber Port
23. Collett Transport Completes 148Te Transformer Transport and Installation at Neilston Grid Stability Facility
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30. The study of maritime energy production through history will inform the future
31. Intenational students’ value to city and region is £165m
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Forrester Boyd Raises £20,000 for the British Heart Foundation
Forrester Boyd is delighted to announce that they have successfully raised £20,000 for the British Heart Foundation (BHF). This remarkable achievement is the culmination of 18 months’ worth of dedicated fundraising efforts by the staff and generous support from their clients and local community.
The firm’s journey towards a fundraising goal of £13,300 (a numerical representation of the name, Lee) was driven and surpassed by a heartfelt mission to honour late Partner, Lee Bradbury, who sadly passed away in August 2022 and it was Lee’s legacy and passion for helping others that inspired Forrester Boyd to choose the British Heart Foundation as their charity of the year.
Partner Philip George, expressed his gratitude for the collective effort and support shown throughout the year, ‘We are honoured to contribute to the vital and amazing work of the British Heart Foundation and to do so in memory of our dear colleague, Lee Bradbury. Everyone at Forrester Boyd has shown incredible dedication and enthusiasm in our fundraising efforts and it has been incredible to be a part of.’
Ethan Scott, a trainee at Forrester Boyd initially kicked-off the firm’s fundraising efforts when he participated in the Manchester Marathon and raised an incredible £1,000.
Ethan’s achievement was the perfect start and only exemplified the spirit of commitment and community involvement that defined Forrester Boyd’s fundraising efforts.
Over the past 18 months, Forrester Boyd has hosted a variety of other innovative fundraising events with one of the highlights being the return of their charity golf day, which attracted over 120 business professionals and clients from various sectors. The event was not only a great opportunity for people to get together and remember Lee and his fondness for the sport but also a significant fundraiser, contributing substantially to their total. On the day Forrester Boyd experienced fantastic support from local sponsors and are incredibly grateful to all local businesses and firms who kindly donated prizes to their raffle.
The success of Forrester Boyd’s fundraising campaign for the British Heart Foundation has not only provided much-needed funds for heart disease research and treatment but
has also strengthened the bonds within our community.
BHF representative, Melanie Meik Forrester Boyd would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to everyone who participated in their events, donated, and supported them in various ways. The generosity has made a difference, and together, the firm have achieved something truly special.
Forrester Boyd are putting exciting plans in place to continue to honour Lee Bradbury’s legacy which will remain a driving force behind their community engagement and charitable initiatives.
Follow Forrester Boyd on social media to stay up-to-date with their fundraising efforts.
Chamber Means Business Expo: tickets are now available
One of South Yorkshire’s largest and longest-running business events is returning to the AESSEAL New York Stadium in Rotherham, giving business owners across the region a unique opportunity to network, learn and collaborate.
Taking place on Thursday 19th September, Chamber Means Business, which is organised by Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber, is planning to welcome hundreds of business owners from across the region to take part in the free-to-attend event.
Sponsored by KAT Communications, EntrySign and KCM Waste Management, Chamber Means Business will give visitors the chance to find out more about some of the work currently being delivered across South Yorkshire, with more than 60 different businesses taking part in the sell-out exhibition.
In addition to creating opportunities for businesses to forge new connections, re-
connect with others and explore some of the innovative work being delivered across the region, Chamber Means Business will also give visitors the chance to find out more about the Chamber’s Buy Local initiative, which aims to help businesses access a wide range of business opportunities when it comes to supplying the public sector.
The day will also feature a sales and marketing masterclass. Delivered by Dan Broadbent, Managing Director of Objective and Hayden Fox of the Sales Geek, the seminar will draw upon their knowledge and expertise to help business owners develop business leads, access innovative tools to identify new customers, as well as exploring different methods which can be used to convert leads into sales.
“Chamber Means Business is a popular and well-attended event that has firmly established itself as one of the go-to events on the local business calendar. It’s a popular and wellattended event that gives business owners the opportunity to make new connections on the day, network with businesses operating in many different sectors as well as find out more about some of the truly innovative work that’s currently being delivered in South Yorkshire.
This year we have been working closely with a number of public sector organisations to highlight the importance of buying local, and with public sector buyers also in attendance, it will give opportunities for businesses to find out more about overcoming perceived barriers when it comes to supplying goods and services to the public sector.
Above all else, I think what makes Chamber Means Business such a popular and wellattended event is the unique atmosphere it generates on the day. This year, all exhibition stands sold within just 48 hours of going on sale, which is a testament to the popularity of the event. It promises to be an unmissable event and one that I’m confident will give delegates the opportunity to connect with like-minded business owners and build lasting relationships, which will help to lay the foundations for future success.”
Chamber Means Business is free to attend, although booking is required. To register and to access a full list of businesses exhibiting, visit
https://www.chambermeansbusiness.co.uk.
Business awards open for entries in Hull promising much more than a gong and a grand night out
Calendar highlight has had a major overhaul after baton passed to the business community as quarter of a century of celebration looms.
The Hull and East Yorkshire Business Awards are back, and in new hands.
Launched by the Hull Daily Mail almost a quarter of a century ago, quickly becoming one of the hottest tickets in the city, the annual event has now been taken on by Top 30 Under 30 founder Simon Jones.
The Hessle-based entrepreneur is working with Jane Smallwood, previously the organiser of the high-profile celebrations for Mail publisher Reach Plc, before a restructure by the company late last year. Reach remains involved as principal media partner.
Returning with a major refresh, 2024’s event will take the best of the glitz and glamour that made the occasion a business calendar highlight, while also factoring in opportunity for winners to further their aspirations and build on success following their crowning moment. It is a move that will set it apart from other awards events, with sponsors and partners playing an active part in the future development of the successful entrants.
Simon, who heads up recruitment agency Identify and has recently branched out with Top 30, launching in West Yorkshire following seven years of growth on the Humber, said: “I have been a huge ambassador for the awards
since launching my own business, and was honoured to invited onto the judging panel in recent years.
“The prospect of losing this great event wasn’t a risk I was prepared to take, with so much potential to do even more with it. I’m delighted to take it on and join with Jane in ensuring the show goes on.”
The 2024 event will take place at Hull’s DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel on Thursday, November 21. This year there will be a dozen awards presented, with entries now open. A deadline of September 29 has been set. Packages of support tailored to the individual category are also being sourced by the team for the winners.
A new dedicated websitewww.heybusinessawards.co.uk - has been launched to guide potential nominees sponsors and partners towards the gala dinner, with full entry criteria.
Connexin is confirmed as headline partner, with Bondholders, C3 Group, East Riding of Yorkshire Council, For Entrepreneurs Only, Fred Marketing, GW Power-Safe, Horncastle Group, Hull City Council, MKM, University of Hull and Sewell Group also on board. For further information visit www.heybusinessawards.co.uk
Wilkin Chapman appoints new partner to strengthen East Yorkshire real estate team
The firm has welcomed Chris Crystal as a real estate partner based in the Beverley office
The largest law firm in Lincolnshire and East Yorkshire, Wilkin Chapman, has appointed a specialist commercial property and agricultural lawyer as its new partner.
Chris Crystal has over 20 years of experience working with large corporate entities, commercial landlords, property developers, farming businesses, education providers and charities.
He is recognised as a Leading Individual in the Legal 500 - an independent legal guide ranking individuals and firms on feedback from clients and peers - for his real estate expertise in the Yorkshire region.
Based in the Beverley office, Chris will collaborate with partners Justin Graves and Katie Wright, along with other commercial property and agricultural property law colleagues, to grow and develop the firm’s real estate offering.
Chris joins the team of 40 real estate specialists based across the firm’s offices and, as a partner, will work closely with head of real estate, Rachael Dicken.
This year’s accolades:
Outstanding Contribution / Lifetime Achievement Award
Start-Up Business of the Year (Less than two years old) Small Business of the Year (Less than 50 employees)
Best Place to Work
Environmental & Sustainability Award
Charity of the Year
Innovation Award
Entrepreneur of the Year
Team of the Year
Large Business of the Year
Growth Award
Rising Star
Full details of how to enter and the criteria for each category can be found on the new website - www.heybusinessawards.co.uk
Speaking of his new role, Chris said:
“It’s a pleasure to join the Wilkin Chapman team and I’m looking forward to applying my previous experience to establish new relationships with clients and generate further opportunities for the firm.
“I deal with all aspects of commercial property including option agreements, acquisitions, disposals, refinancing and overage agreements, with specialisms in both the agriculture and education sectors. These specialisms align well with Wilkin Chapman’s client base and, in my new role, I’ll be working with clients to understand their perspectives and ensure their ultimate goals are met.
“I’m also looking forward to being part of an expanding team and playing a key role as the firm works towards achieving its strategic growth plans.”
Chris joins Wilkin Chapman after spending more than 20 years at firms based in Hull.
He has handled high value and complex real estate projects in the Yorkshire area and has extensive experience working with clients in the agriculture sector.
To find out more about Wilkin Chapman’s commercial property and agriculture teams and their full range of legal services, please visit www.wilkinchapman.co.uk.
L to R - Chris Crystal, Rachael Dicken and James Marsden (Partner & Head of Beverley office)
Regional Accountancy Firm delighted to be a finalist in prestigious awards
Forrester Boyd Chartered Accountancy is ecstatic to discover it has been shortlisted for the Accounting Excellence Awards 2024.
Renowned as one of the most prestigious accolades in the accounting profession, these National awards are now in their 18th year. The awards celebrate firms, teams and individuals who have made outstanding contributions, pushed innovation to new heights and demonstrated excellence in their work. According to Accounting Excellence, this year has seen a recordbreaking number of entries.
The awards cover over 20 categories that recognise achievements of accounting firms. Forrester Boyd has been shortlisted for the Large Firm of the Year award, competing against some hard hitting competitors.
The team at Forrester Boyd wanted to showcase the hard work they have been doing from intern-office collaboration to increase efficiencies to process streamlining. With the firms moto ‘where
everybody counts’ the firms focus has been on putting its staff, its clients, its contacts and the communities in which it operates first and foremost. The firm has expanded its Outsourced Service team to support growth in added value services such as bookkeeping, payroll, management accounts and virtual financial director services. The firm has even leveraged its diverse internal resource to offer clients additional strategic marketing, banking and lending advice.
Phil George, partner responsible for business development said; “I was thrilled when we received notification that we had been shortlisted. Trying to translate the passion, culture, drive and vision of every person that works for our firm and how that emanates to helping our clients achieve their goals and ambitions can
be very challenging. Getting this information into an award submission is by no means an easy feat, so the fact that we have been shortlisted alongside some serious competition is just amazing”.
Alison Mitchell, Marketing Manager who gathered the evidence and submitted the application commented; “It is fantastic news that we have been shortlisted for this accolade. I feel very humbled, but also very honoured to be part of such as amazing firm, and to have that recognised by the Accounting Excellence Awards judging panel is just out of this world”.
The 2024 winners of the Accounting Excellence Awards will be announced at a celebration event in October to be held in London.
Digital Invoicing is a Crucial Step in Preventing Invoice Fraud
Traditional invoice processing methods can leave companies vulnerable to various types of fraud, including false invoices for nonexistent goods or services, duplicate invoices, and altered invoices due to email hacking. These fraudulent activities can not only cause financial losses but also damage business relationships or even tarnish your brand reputation.
Invoice fraud is a significant concern, with nearly a third of businesses targeted over the past year. Fake invoices often appear genuine, making it easy for employees to process them, especially if the amounts are below a company’s payment threshold. The challenge is exacerbated when fake invoices mimic those from familiar suppliers, making them harder to detect.
Adopting a digital invoicing system can significantly mitigate the risk of invoice fraud. Digital systems automatically compare invoices with orders and payment information, identifying discrepancies that could indicate fraud. By requiring all suppliers to use the digital system, companies can effectively manage their trading network, preventing fraudulent traders from infiltrating.
Beyond fraud prevention, digital invoicing offers numerous benefits, such as:
Today’s digital accounting platforms such as Xero and Quickbooks can also offer apps that can assist in the invoice approval processes, putting streamlined financial controls in place.
Businesses must recognise the critical importance of transitioning to digital invoicing to safeguard against fraud. Embracing this technology not only protects financial assets but also enhances operational efficiency and strengthens business relationships.
Threats are not always external however. Internal threats are equally concerning and much more difficult to detect. Senior employees could potentially manipulate invoice details to divert payments into their own accounts. A notable case involved a company losing £660,000 due to 29 fake invoices in just one month, highlighting the severity of internal fraud risks.
• Timely Payments: Ensuring invoice due dates are not missed.
• Error Reduction: Minimising human errors associated with manual processing.
For a detailed discussion on implementing a digital invoicing system tailored to your business needs or how to utilise apps within your existing systems, contact Forrester Boyd today by email: info@forrester-boyd.co.uk or call one of our offices to find out how we can help you. www.forrester-boyd.co.uk In
Funding to bring empty properties in Grimsby town centre back into use
The Activation and Community Engagement (Activation) Fund, launched in November 2021, has already supported several projects, and the council are keen to encourage more activity to Grimsby town centre.
The funding, which is part of the Towns Fund programme, is ring-fenced to Grimsby Town Centre, and offers capital grants to business ventures and communitybased organisations to reactivate empty properties for alternative uses and encourage activities that will help revitalise the town.
The aim of the scheme is to bring forward smaller projects which will enhance the major regeneration works that are currently taking place, including a repurposed Riverhead Square, major works at St James House to create a small business hub, an NHS Community Diagnostics Hub, the Horizon Youth Zone, and a new cinema and leisure development.
The fund can cover projects that fit with at least one of the following six town centre priorities identified in the Masterplan:
• Introduce more diverse uses to the town centre
• Reconnect the town centre and the community with the waterfront
• Promote and support community ownership and participation
• Identify development opportunities within the town centre, including low-carbon initiatives
• Prioritise health and wellbeing activity in the town centre
• Enhance employment, skills and entrepreneurial opportunities
Since its inception many businesses and organisations have benefitted from a range of grants. Anne Bickerstaffe of Christian Action Resource Enterprise (CARE) has been thrilled with the funding which helped to secure the group a building.
Others have used the funding to provide a base of operations, such as Monica Chatterton from Our Big Picture. In 2022, Our Big Picture was awarded funding, which then enabled them to secure an additional £175,000 match funding (Capital & Revenue) from the National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF) to purchase a Listed Heritage building (circa 1700) in the centre of Grimsby.
For more information and to apply for the fund, visit https://www.nelincs.gov.uk/ business-and-investment/ support-for-businesses/
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DB Cargo UK has announced that all trains it operates for Drax Group in and out of the UK’s largest renewable energy plant near Selby, will be powered by environmentally friendly Hydro-treated Vegetable Oil (HVO) having switched entirely to the fuel.
Drax Group, the UK’s leading producer of renewable energy, has taken the decision to switch to the 100% renewable fuel as part of its ongoing programme to reduce its carbon footprint.
DB Cargo UK, currently transports around 4.5 million tonnes of biomass pellets to Drax Power Station each year, operating around 60 trains a week – approximately 3,000 trains a year – to the site.
It is estimated that by switching from traditional red diesel to HVO will reduce rail freight carbon emissions by up to 90%, saving over 12,000 tonnes of carbon each year equivalent to 30 million miles worth of car journeys1
The DB Cargo trains powered on HVO will provide around 57% of Drax’s total biomass, helping the global energy leader produce enough renewable electricity to power almost 2.3m homes, equivalent to all of the households in Yorkshire and the Humber.
HVO is marketed as ‘one of the world’s purest and greenest fuels.’ It is synthetically made through the hydro-treatment process from vegetable oils or animal fats which significantly reduces harmful carbon dioxide (CO2) and nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions when used in
diesel vehicles and machinery.
It is derived from 100% waste products and no virgin products are used in its manufacture.
DB Cargo UK’s Chief Sales Officer Roger Neary said the decision by Drax to adopt the use of HVO in its trains was a win-win for both companies.
“The Government had set the rail industry a stretching target to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050 and remove all diesel only traction by 2040 so the use of HVO in our trains will go a long way to helping us meet that challenge,” said Roger.
“At the same time, it will help Drax meet its own sustainability targets and minimise its impact on the environment,” added Roger.
Roger concluded that ‘Until a firm commitment is made to electrification of the UK network, HVO is the only credible solution to rail freight decarbonisation. More services could be operated with HVO if the right policies and incentives were in place to enable more customers to make the switch.’ Rail freight is critical to the power station’s
supply chain, transporting large volumes of biomass pellets to the plant which produces around 8% of the UK’s renewable power.
Bruce Heppenstall, Plant Director at Drax Power Station, said rail freight was already a more sustainable method of transporting the pellets than road, taking some 192,000 HGVs off the UK’s network each year.
“We are proud that DB Cargo’s HVO powered trains, service Drax Power Station. We are committed to decarbonising our supply chains and, through deploying the carbon removals technology, bioenergy with carbon capture and storage, we aim to become a carbon negative business.
“Drax Power Station uses high volumes of biomass to keep the lights on for millions of homes across the UK. Rail freight is a cleaner and greener option for transporting this material and our partnership with DB Cargo prevents thousands of additional journeys by HGVs across the UK’s road network.”
1 Based on figures from Greenhouse Gas Equivalencies Calculator
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Two new 210-place primary schools in North East Lincolnshire will be built by building contractor Hobson & Porter.
The schools, sited close to Matthew Telford Way in Scartho, and on land off Sunningdale in Waltham, have been commissioned by North East Lincolnshire Council working in partnership with EQUANS and will, once open, be run by Lincolnshire Gateway Academies Trust (LGAT).
The announcement follows a tender process, where contractors could bid to win the project to build Waltham Gateway Academy and Scartho Gateway Academy.
Hobson & Porter are an award-winning construction firm based in Hull, with significant experience on education projects.
Councillor Philip Jackson, Leader of North East Lincolnshire Council, said:
“It’s great to see this project now progressing, with a building contractor appointed and getting on site. Over the coming months we’ll start to see things happening on site and that’s fantastic.
“These two schools will provide some much-needed additional education provision for children in our area.”
Martin Brown, Chief Executive Officer of Lincolnshire Gateway Academies Trust, appointed to run free schools Waltham Gateway Academy and Scartho Gateway Academy, said:
“We’re delighted the council has appointed contractors and look forward to the builds quickly taking shape.
“We’re excited about working with partners to create dynamic learning and teaching environments and look forward to welcoming our first children at both academies in September, 2025.
“Much more detail for prospective parents will be revealed in September.”
Joe Booth, Business Development Director for Hobson & Porter said:
“Winning these two contracts is testament to both our experience working in the education sector and our continued growth across Lincolnshire, where we have established a strong and diverse local supply chain.
“We’ve recently started work on the new £12m Skegness Learning Campus for the TEC Partnership and we are also currently
delivering the pioneering Grimsby Youth Zone project in the town centre.
“These two new primary schools in Grimsby are also very similar to one we are due to hand over to North Yorkshire County Council in Northallerton this summer. We’ll be utilising all this experience on these two latest education projects and we’re looking forward to starting work on site soon.”
Stephanie Ledgerwood, Head of Professional Services at Equans, said:
“Equans will continue to support the council through the proceeding design and construction phases of the build of the two new schools. I’m delighted a building contractor has now been appointed and I am excited to see the builds start to take shape. It will be fantastic to welcome students through the doors next September.”
The primary schools are being funded by North East Lincolnshire Council, the
Waltham: The site of a new primary school off Sunningdale in Waltham. Those behind it are represented by (left to right) Hobson and Porter’s Managing Director Richard Hunter; Lincolnshire Gateway Academies Trust’s Executive Principal (Primary) Andrew Clark, Chief Executive Officer Martin Brown, and Chair of Trustees Philip Bond; North East Lincolnshire Council’s Schools Estate Manager Christine Scott, and Head of Standards and Effectiveness Wendy Jackson; and Hobson and Porter’s Construction Manager Russell Pask, Contracts Manager Wayne Cropp, and Business Development Director Joe Booth.
Department for Education and through Section 106 developer contributions.
The two schools will offer much-needed school places for children aged four to 11. Each school will offer 210 places for students, including specialist provision for 12 students with special educational needs and disabilities.
As part of ongoing engagement with the community, North East Lincolnshire Council and Hobson & Porter will issue further updates as the project progresses.
The two academies will open in September 2025, with admission details for parents being released this Autumn.
Monocle brings vision and style to offer a workplace that’s more than just work space
Work is under way on transforming Hull city centre’s iconic Europa House office into Monocle – an exciting new project which the owners say is already catching the eye of potential occupiers.
Allenby Commercial promise that Monocle will deliver a bright new facility for the city and its people and breathe new life into a 50-year-old property which has stood as a landmark since the 1970s.
Georgia Allenby, Design and Marketing Director at Allenby Commercial, said:
“Monocle is all about creating a workplace that is more than just your work space. The building is being redeveloped to bring a new experience and environment to Hull. The ground floor will be transformed into a high-end coffee house that will also be open to the public, alongside a welcoming business lounge with co-working spaces, break-out areas, a gym, meeting rooms and city garden.”
Allenby Commercial is renowned for taking an innovative approach to a multi award-winning property portfolio which includes historic riverside studios at Danish Buildings and Bayles House, a former military transport depot now renovated as a modern business park at Base, Victorian-style retail units at Paragon Arcade and period properties in Hull’s Old Town converted into the Hideout Hotel.
At Monocle, the first move in a transformation with the potential to create 700 jobs will involve building two new lifts and a modern central staircase.
At the same time work will progress on providing managed office and studio space on the first floor and the remaining four floors will then be shaped to attract larger operators. Completion is due for late 2025, with PPH Commercial and CBRE in Leeds appointed as joint agents.
Europa House is instantly recognisable as the distinctive, gold-mirrored office block which has stood next to Hull Paragon Station at the corner of Anlaby Road and Ferensway since 1975. The striking appearance will be enhanced with the replacement of glazing and the highest quality interior.
Georgia said:
“The business lounge and café will offer a new dimension in terms of catering services for businesses based in the building and will also be open to the public.
“There will be business events, workshops, demonstrations and launches of products and services offered by the businesses within Monocle. People working elsewhere will be welcome to have their corporate
events here – we have already had conversations with organisers of business events in the area who are looking for new ideas.
“It will bring together different aspects of what we do on a smaller scale in our other locations. Whether it’s retail at Paragon Arcade, creative small space at Paragon Studios and Danish Buildings, the mix of offices, suites and light industrial at Base, they all foster a strong sense of community. Monocle will do that across 60,000 square feet under one roof.
“We have researched space in Leeds, Manchester, London and overseas on visits to Barcelona and Stockholm. We have always got an eye on what other places are doing and why they are doing it because we want to bring new ideas to the north of England.
“Collectively we see this as the future of office space. It’s old hat to create a sterile office building for people to sit in. People want and need more from their place of work. We’ve incorporated access to exercise with gym facilities and classes, and the good design and flow throughout the building will create an uplifting inspiring vibe.
“We have already got interest in the building, notably from professional firms and creative businesses who see Monocle as an opportunity to elevate their brand, promote staff wellbeing and improve productivity by moving into great space.”
Pictured inside Monocle in Hull city centre are (from left) Charles Parkinson of CBRE in Leeds, Charlie Allenby, Georgia Allenby and Ben Medhurst of PPH Commercial.
Monocle – the former Europa House undergoing renovation at the junction of Anlaby Road and Ferensway in Hull city centre.
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The Grade I listed structure owned by Associated British Ports (ABP) is the only one of its kind in the country and the work will include key structural repairs on the parapets, building of a new staircase, and drainage.
If approved by North East Lincolnshire Council, work could start on the historical structure later this year in the hope it can reopen to the public.
Standing 309 feet (94.2m) tall to the top of the lantern, the tower was completed on 27 March 1852 to power the hydraulic machinery of Grimsby docks. Its height was to achieve the sufficient pressure needed to operate the machines.
It was built by James Meadows Rendel, the civil engineer who constructed the docks at Grimsby between 1844 and 1853 and opened by Queen Victoria when she visited the port in October 1854. Designed by James William Wild, an architect born in Lincoln, he also contributed to the Great Exhibition of 1851 and spent several years in Egypt, and you can see the middle eastern influence on the lantern at the pinnacle.
The Dock Tower is a massive feat of Victorian engineering. She is one of a kind and means
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The ground floor of the tower was lined with pink, white and blue drapery when Queen Victoria visited the structure. Her Majesty gave permission for Prince Albert,
the Prince of Wales, and the Princess Royal to accompany engineer James Rendell in the hydraulic lift to the gallery running around the tower above the water tank. The lift is no longer in existence with access to the top currently via a spiral staircase.
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• Roofing
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• Drainage
• Interpretation panels
A series of events will be held during the work schedule to celebrate the tower and all that she symbolises, including a talk about the Tower at this year’s Heritage Open Day on the port on Saturday 14th September. You can view a video of the Dock Tower by visiting https://vimeo.com/910075559/4ee171e415
Article courtesy of ABP Humber www.abports.co.uk
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Lovel Developments submits plans for new 400,000 sq ft business site
A property and development company based in East Yorkshire has revealed plans for a major project on its doorstep to help meet the demand for new employment space and drive investment, growth and jobs.
Lovel Developments has submitted an outline planning application for a scheme which would deliver around 400,000 sq ft of new business space, expanding existing business parks including Green Park at junction 38 on the M62 at Newport.
The company itself relocated to Green Park in 2019 and sees the location as ideal for supporting the growth of local businesses and attracting significant inward investment, with this development having the potential to create up to 600 jobs.
Philip Lovel, who founded Lovel Developments in Beverley 25 years ago, said:
“We began by specialising in strategic housing projects and then expanded into the health sector and commercial. As our business grew, the search for a new home brought us to Newport, and we’ve had a front row seat here watching more businesses arrive and thrive.
“When this opportunity arose just a short distance from our offices we didn’t hesitate. We know from experience that it’s a great, strategic location and is in demand from a variety of business sectors, particularly as there is a limited supply of available space.
“We moved here because of the excellent road links to all points of the compass, we’re confident others will be eager to share those benefits and we’re currently working on similar projects elsewhere across Yorkshire, the East Midlands and the North West.”
The proposals will benefit from the cluster of neighbouring businesses operating in growth sectors including distribution, manufacturing, energy, construction and civil engineering which have taken root in the area during two decades of development.
Mr Lovel said the project will also reflect the priorities set out in the revised National Planning Policy Framework and the East Riding Strategy and Local Plan Update, and particularly the desire to promote and safeguard sustainable economic growth and jobs.
Demand is expected from sectors including light industrial, general industry and storage and distribution. Businesses relocating
to the site can expect to find highly sustainable, high specification, modern employment units in a range of sizes and configurations with renewable energy, flexible power supply, car parking and cycle storage all within a landscaped and attractive development.
Mr Lovel said:
“The proposals here are for a high quality expansion of the existing employment area at junction 38, providing new, additional, modern floorspace and creating many new jobs.
“There is growing recognition that planning decisions should help create the conditions in which businesses can invest, expand and adapt. Added to that there’s an expectation that
significant weight should be placed on the need to support economic growth and productivity, taking into account both local business needs and wider opportunities for development.
“In the East Riding there’s a strong need and market demand for employment land to accommodate predicted growth and meet occupier requirements in key sectors such as renewable energy, manufacturing and engineering, agriculture, food and drink and many more. These proposals are of a scale and quality which will help to promote and support employment growth and stimulate continued economic investment to the area, consistent with regional and local aspirations.”
CGI of the proposed development.
Pictured is Philip Lovel (right), Managing Director of Lovel Developments, and Development Manager Steve Roberts at the proposed site.
Contractor dedicates historic bridge restoration award to community campaigners
A specialist contractor honoured with a major industry award for breathing new life into a historic bridge has dedicated the accolade to the community champions who campaigned for the restoration.
Spencer Bridge Engineering, part of Hull-based multi-disciplinary engineering specialist Spencer Group, received the Historic Bridge Project of the Year Award at the New Civil Engineer Bridges Awards 2024 for its work on the iconic Union Chain Bridge.
Just days after winning the award, Spencer Bridge Engineering representatives visited the bridge, which links England and Scotland, to present it to the community champions who have worked tirelessly to preserve the crossing.
The trophy is now held by the Friends of Union Chain Bridge, a group of dedicated volunteers who began as a small, pressure group, determined to get their local bridge restored, and now have an international membership.
Opened in 1820, Union Chain Bridge crosses the River Tweed between Northumberland and Berwickshire in the Scottish Borders. It was the longest wrought iron suspension
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Designed and built by Royal Navy officer and bridges design pioneer, Captain Samuel Brown, the crossing was credited with being a catalyst for bridge innovation and influenced the design and construction of suspension bridges around the world.
Spencer Bridge Engineering was appointed by Northumberland County Council to dismantle the bridge and carry out a complete refurbishment and rebuild, ensuring the 200-year-old structure continues to provide safe passage for vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists for many years to come.
A key element of the project was to ensure all modifications were in keeping with the heritage and historical significance of the bridge and, where possible, structural elements were refurbished rather than replaced.
The existing masonry towers were also refurbished using stone from the same quarry that was originally used. Working in partnership with local stonemasons and heritage bodies, the Spencer Bridge Engineering team conducted masonry trials to determine the exact stone facing and pointing techniques required to best match the existing structure.
Using a combination of bespoke temporary works and a highly-skilled workforce, the Spencer Bridge Engineering team was able to carry out the refurbishment, giving the structure a new lease of life in a sustainable way and ensuring future access for maintenance and inspections.
Speaking about Spencer Bridge Engineering’s work, Martha Andrews, Chair of Friends of Union Chain Bridge, said: “We were delighted when the engineers from Spencer arrived and we knew our bridge was in safe hands.
“The team became part of the local community for the duration of the work and left us with a beautiful bridge, true to its history and heritage, that will link England and Scotland for centuries to come.”
The Spencer Bridge Engineering team has been recognised for its work on the bridge on several occasions, after recently winning the Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation (CIHT) Infrastructure Award.
This followed accolades for “Gold Winner” of the Restoration Project of the Year Award and the “Silver Winner” of the Community Engagement Award for the Union Chain Bridge project at the National Building and Construction Awards 2023.
Joe DiMauro, Engineering Director, said: “We’re incredibly proud to have been honoured with prestigious industry awards for our work on Union Chain Bridge.
“This recognition further reinforces Spencer Bridge Engineering’s reputation as an industry leader in specialist bridge works, including the delivery of projects on historic structures.
“We were delighted to dedicate the most recent award to the Friends of Union Chain Bridge, who we had a very close working relationship with throughout the project.
“It’s fitting that the Friends now have the award as a tribute to the successful restoration of the bridge that they campaigned so long for.”
The Friends of Union Chain Bridge is dedicated to promoting the historical and engineering importance of the unique crossing, locally, nationally, and internationally, through education, information and appreciation of the bridge.
The community-based organisation worked with local authorities on both sides of the border as well as other local partners, to put together a funding bid for the restoration works following serious concerns about the condition of the famous structure.
The successful bid to The National Lottery Heritage Fund was put together by Northumberland County Council, Scottish Borders Council, Museums Northumberland and Friends of the Union Chain Bridge, with both councils committing match funding totalling over £3m towards the scheme, and the Friends supporting additional fundraising.
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Wykeland appoints experienced property professional with remit to help occupiers flourish
Leading commercial development and regeneration specialist Wykeland Group has appointed experienced property professional Andrea Morley as Associate Director.
Mrs Morley, whose career in property spans more than three decades, said Wykeland’s “creativity and ethos” took her back to why she first joined the industry.
The daughter of a building contractor whose passion lay in period and listed properties, Mrs Morley saw at first hand the positive impact regeneration can have on local communities.
She has now joined Hull-based Wykeland as Associate Director, with a remit to help the company’s 500-plus occupiers reach their full potential, as well as exploring new opportunities to expand the developer’s portfolio.
Mrs Morley has joined Wykeland from Yorkshire-based property and regeneration company Harworth Group, where she was Director of Asset Management.
She said: “As someone who has worked in Yorkshire’s property and development scene for many years, I’ve always been very aware of Wykeland and the work they do.
“I love the ethos of the company and you can see the principles and personality of the business come through in the way they approach projects.
“I’m very proud to have joined a quality developer that strives for change and to make a positive social impact in everything they do.
“Wykeland are a bright light in the region and that light shines through the projects they deliver.”
Mrs Morley grew up in Louth in Lincolnshire and studied building surveying at Lincoln University before completing a degree in Urban Land Economics at Sheffield Hallam University.
Her career began at Shop and Store Developments, where she focused on high street retail, working with national chains including Boots, Waterstones and Edinburgh Woolen Mill.
A successful spell at developer Bayford Group followed, where she worked as a Senior Surveyor, before Mrs Morley joined Lidl as the retailer’s Acquisitions Manager.
the company’s portfolio of industrial and logistics properties and developments.
She said: “We’ve now got more than 500 occupiers across our developments at Wykeland. Those occupiers are incredibly diverse in what they do, working across all sectors.
“I’m really focused on making sure the spaces those businesses occupy meet their needs, which are ever-changing and evolving, and also their growth aspirations.
“The relationships Wykeland has developed with both its occupiers and partners struck a chord with me. It’s a company doing things for the right reasons and with a real moral investment in the areas they work in.”
Wykeland is one of the North’s leading property development and investment companies, with a growing portfolio of assets in Yorkshire and Lincolnshire.
Wykeland Managing Director Dominic Gibbons said: “We’re delighted to welcome Andrea to the business. She has a very strong track record in asset management, particularly of business
and retail space, which are areas in which we specialise.
“Her appointment brings additional experience and expertise to our team to enable us to continue to retain and grow our portfolio and deliver excellent service to occupiers.”
Wykeland’s flagship schemes include Melton West business park in East Yorkshire, one of the region’s most significant sites for large-scale investment and employment. Construction is underway at Melton West on a £180m Amazon fulfilment centre, while enabling works are taking place ahead of construction of a new £120m facility for global medical technology business Smith+Nephew.
As well as driving forward its major assets, Wykeland has taken on challenging city centre projects, as other developers back away. Wykeland is currently restoring the Grade II-listed Burton building in Hull city centre, bringing the art deco landmark back into use after years of dereliction.
Another exciting ongoing project in Hull is Castle Buildings, which has been unoccupied since the 1970s. Previously a symbol of Hull’s once buoyant maritime industry, Castle Buildings is now being restored to create more than 6,000 sq ft of prime commercial space.
Prior to joining Wykeland, Mrs Morley’s role at Harworth Group involved overseeing
Newly-appointed Associate Director Andrea Morley, centre, with Wykeland Group Managing Director Dominic Gibbons, left, and Property Director David Donkin at Wykeland’s Flemingate centre in Beverley, East Yorkshire.
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With what could be one of the wettest winters on record impacting the UK harvest, Associated British Ports (ABP) is gearing up to support Britain by boosting the company’s role in enabling resilient food supply chains.
The Humber Ports play a major role in supporting the agricultural sector across the North of England and the Midlands.
ABP is working with several major Agri Bulk players in readiness to bring in grain to plug the gaps left by the shortfall in UK supply. The Humber ports have strengthened long term relationships with Frontier, Viterra, and Cefetra by supporting them with their export and import opportunities and working with them to secure long term storage. ABP has underpinned these relationships with significant investments in increasing storage capacity and handling capability, with more than £30m million committed in recent years.
At Immingham, for example, standard storage assets have been converted into a specialist grain import and export facilities, and over in the Humber International Terminal a 38,000-tonne shed has been constructed for the storage of grain/soya.
Two large break bulk sheds have also been converted to enable import handling in both Hull and Immingham.
Simon Bird, Regional Director of the Humber Ports said: “The investments over the years have been future proofing the Humber ports and giving our customers the confidence that we can give them what they need in terms of capacity, reliability and efficiency.
It’s been a particular source of pride to me over my time as Regional Director for ABP’s Humber ports that we’ve invested tens of millions of pounds to grow the ability of the ports to play their part in such a fundamentally important role for the UK. Our ports are the gateways to feeding the nation and making sure the economy keeps moving and growing – Keeping Britain Trading in such an important way.”
In Simon’s time significant investment has been made in grain handling operations at the east coast Port of Immingham. In 2023 two metal plate bunds, which can be set up on any quay on any surface were brought into use. They can be sanitised between vessel discharges meaning grain for human
consumption can be handled, and a specific standard of cleanliness is met.
As part of wider group investment millions have been spent in port equipment in the Humber to maintain customer demand. In the last five years the strategy has seen the purchasing of new cranes, the full refurbishment of existing cranes and investment in landside equipment. The plan has included looking at the ecofriendliness of new plant and equipment ensuring that ABP continues to invest in environmentally friendly and sustainable equipment as part of ABP’s sector leading sustainability strategy, Ready for Tomorrow.
ABP’s Humber ports Agri bulk capability is a key element of our broadly based offering to the sector all around the coast of Britain, with ports such as Ipswich, Newport, Southampton and Kings Lynn offering customers and shippers a range of options convenient for their customers and producers.
Article courtesy of ABP Humber www.abports.co.uk
Able UK Welcomes the UK’s First HGV Electric Vehicle Charging Hub to Able Humber Port
The UK’s first public Electric heavy goods vehicle (EHGV) charging stations will open on Able Humber Port (AHP) this year. The new EHGV charging hub will drive the decarbonisation of future transport and logistics across AHP, and the South Humber ports as new Electric powered HGV’s replace existing diesel fleets.
North Lincolnshire Council granted planning consent for the project in June and the developer Milence – a Daimler Truck, Volvo Group and Traton Group (formally Volkswagen Truck & Bus AG – including Man & Scania) joint venture company opens the first phase in November 2024.
The initial phase will deliver four highperformance Combined Charging Systems (CCS) chargers powering eight bays, and one Megawatt Charging System (MCS) chargers powering two bays and will host lounge and welfare facilities also providing food and beverages. The final site will include further CCS and MCS chargers and enhanced facilities.
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AHP and AEP are located adjacent to the two South Humber refineries, Exolum national aviation fuel distribution centre and two Carbon Capture Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) projects.
Peter Stephenson, Able UK founder and Executive Chairman said, ‘We are delighted to be welcoming Milence to Able Humber Port to deliver the UK’s first electric charging hub. The hub is an exciting step forward in supporting the decarbonising of the Humber Ports and The HGV transport industry also assisting Able Humber Port and the region transition to net zero.’
Anja van Niersen, CEO at Milence said “Expanding into the UK with our first charging hub in Immingham represents a significant milestone for Milence. This strategic location not only enhances our ability to support the growing demand for sustainable transport solutions but also aligns with our commitment to driving the future of green logistics across Europe.”
Collett Transport Completes 148Te Transformer Transport and Installation at Neilston Grid Stability Facility
Collett Transport, working in partnership with IQA Elecnor Group, has successfully completed the heavy transport and installation of a 148-tonne transformer to Neilston Grid Stability Facility in Scotland.
The project utilised Collett’s 250-tonne girder bridge trailer along with their heavy-duty jacking and skidding equipment. Working at KGV Dock in Glasgow, Collett received the project cargo, which was offloaded from the vessel onto the quayside along with ancillary boxes. Working under CPA contract lift conditions, all port handling operations, including vessel discharge, were managed and overseen by Collett.
Prior to transportation, Collett’s Projects department conducted preliminary works, including a detailed route survey report that identified various street furniture removals as well as required civil works along the route. In addition, Collett produced lashing plans and calculations for the transformer’s transportation and liaised with Renfrewshire Council and Glasgow City Council, along with many of the councils’ subcontractors.
At the quayside, Collett assembled the girder frame and associated beams to build around the transformer, completing the 16-axle configuration. Travelling in the late evening, the 60m long truck and trailer configuration set off for the substation site, accompanied by a police escort as well as their in-house escort fleet.
Upon arriving on site, Collett transhipped the transformer from their girder bridge to a 14-axle flat-top trailer to navigate the limited site access. By increasing the girder bridge height using hydraulic suspension, the 14-row was reversed under, already loaded with a turntable. As the girder bridge was
angled perpendicular to the 14-row, the transformer was loaded and turned so it aligned with the 14-row trailer.
Manoeuvring the transformer alongside the plinth, Collett’s Heavy Lift Team utilised their hydraulic jacking and skidding equipment to transfer the transformer onto the final plinth. Before final positioning, wheels were attached to the bottom of the transformer and accurately aligned with the rail tracks.
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“Delays at the border can disrupt supply chains nationwide”
Responding to the announcement that the government is today legislating to enable French border officials to process passengers at the expanded Western Docks in the Port of Dover ahead of the planned autumn introduction of the EU’s Entry Exit System (EES), Nichola Mallon, Head of Trade and Devolved Policy at business group Logistics UK, says:
“The Short Straits is a critical UK-EU supply chain route and anything that helps ease congestion at the Port of Dover is to be welcomed. A quarter of all food imported into the UK from the EU passes through the Port of Dover and Eurotunnel, and delays at the border have knock-on effects which can disrupt supply chains nationwide.
“The increase in the border zone area will help with the flow of traffic within the port, but with the system set to be rolled
out without the availability of an app or web-based registration system, similar to “online check in” which everyone is familiar with nowadays, queues and delays at peak periods are inevitable. It is now critical that the government does all it can to secure a phased approach to the planned implementation of EES this autumn, and that industry gets clarity on what mitigations will be put in place to reduce congestion and disruption. The industry also needs confirmation on the
“The logistics industry is still pressing government to share its data analysis and scenario modelling with key strategic partners as an urgent priority. This will enable partners on the ground and industry to coordinate planning and response efforts, and government must provide sufficient resources to flex up the response as needed so that the nation’s supply chains are protected.”
A responsible approach to achieving a greener future for the logistics industry
How one logistics leader aims to shake up sustainability within the industry
The environmental challenges facing our planet have never been so stark. In an era marked by unprecedented temperature increases and news bulletins highlighting evermore natural disasters, the window in which we can act is closing.
Heavy industry, power production and deforestation are significant factors in the increase of CO2 filling our atmosphere – but transport also carries its fair share of the burden.
Logistics accounts for 25 per cent of all global emissions, making it an industry with one of the largest stakes in our future. If unaddressed, this figure is projected to rise to a staggering 40 per cent by the end of the decade.
GTS UK, a British logistics firm based in Anlaby Hull , operating internationally, acknowledges the gravity of the situation, and understands the necessity of immediate action to mitigate the environmental impact of its operations.
Tony Prescott, the Yorkshire-based company’s managing director, is committed to providing green transport solutions which will benefit customers and the environment. This commitment is not merely a strategic move for GTS UK; it is a pledge to secure the future for generations to come.
Tony said: “Realistically, if logistics providers and in fact all companies do not take this journey they will be left behind and become obsolete, and we are passionate about making a difference.
“Of course, this is important for GTS UK, but it comes from a place where we’re looking to the future; the future of our children, of our grandchildren. To not start this journey is irresponsible.”
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Tony said: “Some companies claim sustainability is key to their strategy but, in reality, they don’t act on this on a daily basis. We see that a lot. In the end, it comes down to the transport price for them and that stops them from implementing more green methods.
“A key message for us is let’s all look in the mirror and be honest. We all like to pretend we’re green and the best – but there’s a long way to go for all of us.”
Tony and his team recognise the importance of transparency in fostering a true path to sustainability. GTS UK has started by committing to clear communication with partners and clients about its environmental impact. This includes incorporating CO2 emission data into invoices and documents.
And it’s about spreading the knowledge, too. The company is also aiming to collaborate externally to help clients and partners reduce their carbon footprint - fostering a collective commitment to environmental responsibility.
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As part of the GTS Group, based in Bari, Italy, GTS UK is already in the unique position of having its own rail network to carry goods across borders. But the plan is to greatly build on this alreadyimpressive start when it comes to reducing emissions.
The company works with Aldi and saves the retail giant 3,000,000kg of CO2 pollution per year. Other global brands such as Asahi and Barilla also benefit from significant carbon savings with road to rail switching reducing emissions by 75 per cent.
GTS UK plans to transition 75 per cent of its supply chain activity from road to rail or sea over the next three years. It is forecast that this will result in a 70 per cent reduction in CO2 being pumped into the atmosphere.
Tony Prescott , Kate Prescott and daughter Rosie Prescott our Commercial Manager
Sustainability on menu for University’s catering team
The University of Hull’s catering department has signed up to The Deep’s campaign to make Hull and East Yorkshire a sustainable palm oil region.
The catering department at the University carried out an audit and made the switch from their usual cooking oil to one which contains sustainably sourced palm oil. The team will be continuing to review its supply chain and intend to make further changes in the future, continuing its journey as a sustainable palm oil champion.
Rob Stratton, Executive Chef at the University of Hull, said:
“As a University, we’re committed to sustainability and social justice and to doing our best for future generations to come. No matter where in the world you are, deforestation and climate change affect us all. If we keep living the way we are now, it will lead to devastation for our families, our homes, our businesses and our entire way of life.
“We were delighted to be asked by The Deep to join their excellent campaign for change and we hope that it continues to gather momentum.”
The campaign launched by The Deep in partnership with Chester Zoo, AAK and Judith Murdoch Associates, aims to support businesses in the Hull and East Yorkshire region to influence their suppliers and make the switch to sustainable palm oil.
Palm oil is the most widely used vegetable oil in the world due to its low cost and efficiency. In fact, palm oil supplies 35% of the world’s vegetable oil from just 10% of the global land dedicated to oil crops.
Used widely in food, cosmetics, cleaning products and much more, it is a very useful product – however, unsustainably produced palm oil causes harm to rainforests, river systems and the species which live there.
Katy Duke, CEO of The Deep, said: “We are proud to have the University of Hull’s Commercial Services as an accredited Sustainable Palm Oil champion for the region. Their commitment to making just one change and to continuing to audit further products and suppliers which contain palm oil is to be applauded. The University is a fantastic addition to our ever growing community of champions.”
If you are interested in finding out more about how you can take the first steps to becoming a sustainable palm oil champion, please visit: https://www. thedeep.co.uk/sustainable-palm-oilcampaign or email marketing@thedeep.co.uk with an expression of interest.
Executive chef Rob Stratton pictured with the sustainable palm oil champion certificate alongside The Deep’s CEO, Katy Duke
Ranking among the best in the world...for helping to change the world
We’re incredibly proud to report that we’ve recently been ranked as being among the best in the world for the impact we have in bringing about a more sustainable and just future.
In the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings, based on the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), we’ve had outstanding results in two fundamental areas, showing remarkable progress as an institution. These rankings shine a light on the difference we make in the world, looking at activities not covered by other rankings, so are a powerful tool to highlight our global standing in these areas.
For SDG 17: Partnership for the Goals, we’re ranked 12th in the world (out of 2,031 institutions) and 2nd in the UK (out of 69 institutions), which is the highest rank we’ve ever achieved in this SDG. This SDG measures our progress against all other SDGs, so is one of the most important measures in this ranking.
And for SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions, we are ranked 11th in the world (out of 1,037 institutions) and 3rd in the UK (out of 53 institutions). This is our highest ever ranked position in any of the SDGs (across the last four publications we’ve been part of).
These goals are an urgent call for action for countries to work in partnership, to address global challenges, to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all, and it is an incredible accomplishment to have made such significant progress.
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SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
This area focuses on the foundations that are needed to deliver the rest of the SDGs, so is a really significant area to have done so well in.
Peace and Justice are vital to ensure equality between people and countries –and we need strong institutions, including Universities, to be able to deliver this.
Areas covered range from individual justice – eradicating modern slavery and people trafficking – to making sure that our countries have the evidence and information they need to react and respond to crises.
The research and work that we undertake in these areas, as well as international and government advice, have all be considered as part of this ranking.
For example, our Wilberforce Institute aims to advance knowledge of slavery and emancipation, informing policy, business practice and public debate at local, national and international levels. The Institute briefs MPs and provides specialist advice to government, helping leaders and communities to deliver change for the future. Our Centre for Legislative Studies also works closely with Parliamentarians and other practitioners to address the purpose and impact of legislatures.
SDG 17: Partnership for the Goals: If we are going to create a sustainable future, we need to work together, collaborating as institutions, governments, companies, NonGovernment Organisations, and people.
This goal looks at how we support the SDGs through collaboration with other countries, the promotion of best practices and the
publication of data and evidence, to achieve the SDGs together.
One great example of this is the annual Waterline Summit, hosted by our Aura Innovation Centre, which is the largest decarbonisation event in the North of England, focusing on how to tackle the world’s greatest problem: climate change.
Hull York Medical School’s Wolfson Palliative Care Research Centre also cuts across disciplinary boundaries, working in collaboration to drive innovative research and maximise their impact – to boldly advance improvements in diagnosis, treatments and care for patients.
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The study of maritime energy production through history will inform the future
The evolution of maritime energy production and its impact on coastal communities is to be explored in new research by the University of Hull.
The research aims to inform approaches to the current transition to renewable energy and make sure they help coastal communities become more resilient.
It is part of the TRANSECTS project, which is being led by Heriot-Watt University; and involves the University of the Highlands and Islands, the University of Aberdeen, and the University of Strathclyde, as well as twelve stakeholder partners from industry and government.
They will share around £2.8m from the Resilient Coastal Communities and Seas programme, funded by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). The programme is supporting a £14.8m investment in place-based research projects that aim to enhance resilience, wellbeing, and sustainability across the UK.
University of Hull Professor of Cultural and Historical Geography, David Atkinson, said:
“We will be looking back to the 17501830 period, when Hull was a worldleading whaling port and whale blubber was a key source of oil. We will also look in detail at the late twentieth-century
offshore oil and gas industries and the developing renewable energy sector. ”
The work will look at human narratives sourced from archives and will be combined with data to explore areas including the impacts of past energy transitions on migration, employment, and mental and physical health – as well as the fairness and balance of investment decisions. It will also look at the development of renewable energy, and it will enable communities to explore their roles and responses to energy transitions to enhance future community resilience.
University of Hull Professor of Engineering Jim Gilbert, who is also working on the project, explained:
“The energy transition which the UK and the world is currently undergoing is probably more far-reaching and certainly faster than any previous transition. We need to learn lessons from the past to ensure the maximum benefit to society of these huge changes. Given the importance of offshore renewable energy to the future UK energy mix, the inclusion of coastal communities in a just transition is particularly important”.
The full name of the project is — TRANSitions In Energy For Coastal Communities Over Time And Space (TRANSECTS), The University of Hull will receive more than £130,000 to fund its research.
The University of Hull recently announced it will lead a £2m national network to generate knowledge, action, and resilience for UK coastal communities and seas.
The COAST-R Network is also funded by Resilient Coastal Communities and Seas programme. It will generate and share learning across sectors and disciplines to build UK coastal and marine resilience in communities that are facing significant challenges including living with social and health inequalities, rising sea levels, and coastal erosion.
Both TRANSECTS and COAST-R are jointly funded by UKRI, through Creating Opportunities, Improving Outcomes, alongside the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC), Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), National Environment Research Council (NERC) and the UK Government Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra).
International students’ value to city and region is £165m
International students bring in £165m to our city and region, according to new data published this summer.
The data breaks down the economic value of overseas students according to the new parliamentary constituency boundaries.
The data has been published by HEPI and Kaplan International Pathways, and commissioned from London Economics.
For the three Hull constituencies figures show:
• Kingston upon Hull North and Cottingham:
£119m benefit, £11m cost, net effect: £108m, value per member of the resident population: £930
• Kingston upon Hull West and Haltemprice:
£40m benefit, £4m cost, net effect: £36m, value per member of the resident population: £340
• Kingston upon Hull East: £22m benefit, £2m cost, net effect: £21m, value per member of the resident population: £190
Professor Dave Petley, Vice-Chancellor at the University of Hull, said:
“This data shows without doubt just how much international students bring to our city and region and how important they are to communities.
“Our international students make an incredible contribution. We are extremely proud to have students from more than 100 nations studying and living here in Hull.
“At a time when the value of international students has been called into question, these figures lay bare the reality. They very clearly demonstrate why international students are such an
important part of our university and wider community, bringing not only economic value, but a rich diversity to our campus and community.
“And they serve as an important reminder why we must continue to ensure the UK remains an attractive and welcoming place for overseas students.”
The value of one year’s intake of international students in the UK as a whole is £41.9 billion — £37.4 billion after taking account of the impact on public services.
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