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23 01, 2020

WATCH THE VIDEO: Kumasi International Airport, Ghana

James Tourgout2020-02-06T11:12:41+00:00January 23rd, 2020|Categories: News|

Watch the time lapse video of the new Kumasi International Airport terminal in Ghana. We’ve been involved in the multi-million dollar project, including its new terminal complex.

The scheme also includes a runway extension and access roads. The project is part of transportation system being developed by the government in Ghana to boost tourism in the Ashanti region.

We’ve a long track record in designing, manufacturing and supplying aircraft hangars, terminals and associated buildings, including their cladding and glazing requirements, worldwide. This has included major projects in Africa.

Visit the special section on this website for information about our services. You can also email sales@reidsteel.co.uk or call 01202 483333 for more details.

(Video: You Tube and Contracta)

17 01, 2020

Congratulations to Chartered Structural Engineer John

James Tourgout2020-01-17T08:56:49+00:00January 17th, 2020|Categories: News|Tags: building, cladding, construction, design, glazing, John, John Reid & Sons Ltd, REIDsteel, steel, steel construction, structural engineering, structural steel|

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REIDsteel design officer manager John Harrison has received his Chartership certificate from the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) in London.

John received the accolade from IStructE president Joe Kindregan after being elected as a member of the prestigious institution earlier this year.

Chartership recognises John’s professional and technical excellence, and means he is entitled to be referred to as a Chartered Structural Engineer.

REIDsteel managing director Simon Boyd said: “Congratulations to John on his richly deserved recognition.

“He has played a key role in the success of the company in recent years and will continue to do so moving forward.”

Simon added: “John’s achievement reflects the wealth of great talent we have within the company as we look forward to an exciting time ahead with relocation to our new state-of-the-art facility.

John marks his tenth year with REIDsteel in 2020. He has a degree in Civil Engineering – MEng (Hons) – from Cardiff University and has worked as the lead designer on nearly […]

13 01, 2020

Green light for new homes in Christchurch

James Tourgout2020-01-13T08:37:28+00:00January 13th, 2020|Categories: News|Tags: Bournemouth Poole and Christchurch Council, building, business, Christchurch, construction, design, Dorset. structural steel, Engineering, John Reid & Son Ltd. planning, manufacturing, plans, REIDsteel, steel, steel construction|

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Ambitious plans for the future of John Reid & Sons Ltd (REIDsteel) have received a major boost with the green light for development of its site in Christchurch.

The company obtained planning approval from BCP Council for up to 167 homes on its four-acre site off Fairmile Road in Christchurch.

It paves the way for our relocation to a state-of-the-art new facility proposed near Bournemouth Airport.

BCP Council’s planning committee gave the go-ahead for the residential scheme, which will also include parking and access.

Now we will market the site for a developer to build the homes after it relocates.

REIDsteel managing director Simon Boyd said: “This was a fantastic decision and a great start to 2020 for us.

“It will unlock the other steps which we need to follow for our relocation to the new manufacturing facility near Bournemouth Airport.

“The new site is absolutely vital for the future of our company and will allow us to significantly increase […]

30 12, 2019

Happy new year from all at REIDsteel

James Tourgout2019-12-30T12:11:41+00:00December 30th, 2019|Categories: News|Tags: 2020, build, building, business, cladding, construction, design, Dorset, Engineering, fabrication, glazing, manufacturing, steel|

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Happy new year from all at REIDsteel!

We’ve had a fantastic 2019 as we celebrated our centenary in style. Our thanks to everyone who has played a part in a superb year, including our valued customers, employees, suppliers, sub-contractors, business partners and associates.

Now we’re looking forward to an exiting 2020 as we enter a new decade – and a new century for REIDsteel.

Roll on 2020!

20 12, 2019

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

James Tourgout2019-12-20T13:47:38+00:00December 20th, 2019|Categories: News|Tags: building, Christmas, cladding, construction, decking, design, Engineering, fabrication, glazing, manufacturing, new year, steel|

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Merry Christmas from all at John Reid & Sons Ltd (REIDsteel)!

Many thanks to all of our customers, suppliers, sub-contractors, business partners and associates for a superb centenary year.

We’ll be closed between Christmas and new year but look forward to returning in January for a very exciting 2020!

11 12, 2019

REIDsteel is first steel contractor to sign UK Steel Charter

James Tourgout2019-12-11T14:54:49+00:00December 11th, 2019|Categories: News|Tags: British Steel, cladding. build, construction, contractor, design, Export, steel, steelwork, UK Stee|

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Britain’s steel industry received a boost today when John Reid & Sons Ltd (REIDsteel) became the first steelwork contractor to sign up to a new campaign to revitalise the sector

We have backed the UK Steel Charter, which aims to maximise the use of British made metals.

We have added our name alongside such signatories as Heathrow Airport, the Department for Business Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS) and Welsh and Scottish governments on the charter launched by trade body UK Steel.

We design, makes and builds steel structures of all kinds across the UK, Europe and the world. It directly employs 130 people at its main base and at peak times provides work for 400 people through subcontracting of fabrication and installation.

Managing Director Simon Boyd, who is a member of the Confederation of British Industry’s (CBI) manufacturing council, said: “A thriving UK steel sector is incredibly important for the country’s manufacturing base, national infrastructure and wider economy.

“Our company has relied on British made […]

5 12, 2019

Helping Boreham Wood FC to stand out from the crowd

James Tourgout2019-12-05T09:45:45+00:00December 5th, 2019|Categories: News|Tags: building, business, cladding, construction, design, Dorset, Engineering, fabrication, football, glazing, manufacturing, REIDsteel, stadia, stadium, stand, steel, steel construction, structural steel|

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John Reid & Sons (REIDsteel) Ltd has played a key part in the development of a football club’s £1m new stand.

We provided steel design, fabrication and construction expertise for the project at Boreham Wood FC’s Meadow Park ground.

We designed and supplied a fully galvanised steel frame – including cladding, terracing and handrails – for the North Stand at the stadium in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire.

We worked on the project through main contractor Civils Contracting Ltd of Tonbridge and with HTP Architecture LLP Chartered RIBA Architects, based in Richmond, Surrey.

National League side Boreham Wood FC play their home games at the ground, which is shared with Premier League side Arsenal FC’s Women’s and youth teams.

Sean Burchell, REIDsteel business relationship director, said: “This was our second stand at Boreham Wood FC and the latest in a long line of stadia projects.

“We were delighted to return to the club and provide our expertise to help develop this modern, high-quality facility.

“Boreham Wood FC are a […]

5 12, 2019

Vote for Brexit

James Tourgout2019-12-05T09:29:53+00:00December 5th, 2019|Categories: News|Tags: Brexit, business, cladding, construction, design, Dorset, Engineering, fabrication, glazing, manufacturing, REIDsteel, steel, structural engineering, structural steel|

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Voters in Dorset have been urged to back Brexit at the ballot box to ensure a swift departure from the European Union.

Our managing director Simon Boyd said a strong showing for the Conservative Party was vital in the general election on December 12.

Simon has been campaigning for the past 30 years against bad EU directives and regulations that impact on British business and to retain British Standards, which are seen by many as the finest in the world.

He said: “While there are many important issues at stake in the forthcoming general election by far the most critical at this point in time is Brexit.

“The only way for a swift and successful departure from the EU is for people to support the Conservative candidate in their constituency so we can get this stage of Brexit done by the end of January.

“Then businesses, and their employees, will be able to move on with confidence while the Government begins to focus on future free trade agreements […]

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