Clock ticking for Dorset Business Awards
The deadline for entries in the Dorset Business Awards is fast approaching.
There is less than month until the closing date of Friday August 2 for the 25th annual extravaganza, which is organised by the Dorset Chamber.
This year we are sponsoring the Excellence in Manufacturing and Engineering Award along with co-sponsor Atlas Elektronik UK.
The Excellence in Manufacturing and Engineering Award is for businesses that excel in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) sector.
Our managing director Simon Boyd said: “As we celebrate our centenary at REIDsteel, we know just how important manufacturing and engineering excellence has been to the success of our business.
“We also firmly believe in recognising […]
Sean makes Caribbean connections
REIDsteel Business Relationship Director Sean Burchell told of our strong track record in the Caribbean at a top-level conference with leading diplomats in London.
He rubbed shoulders with High Commissioners and Governors at the British Expertise International (BEI) and Caribbean Council event in Mayfair.
Sean is pictured talking with British High Commissioner for Trinidad & Tobago Tim Stew and British High Commissioner for Guyana and Suriname Greg Quinn.
The annual Meet the Ambassadors event included speakers, information about trade opportunities for UK companies and networking.
Sean was […]
Entries open for Dorset Business Awards
We’re backing the Excellence in Manufacturing and Engineering category at this year’s Dorset Business Awards.
Entries have just opened for the 25th annual extravaganza, which is organised by the Dorset Chamber.
The prestigious contest recognises the best businesses, entrepreneurs, apprentices and employees in 12 categories.
The Excellence in Manufacturing and Engineering Award is for businesses that excel in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) sector.
It’s third consecutive year that we have supported the awards.
Our managing director Simon Boyd said: “As we […]
REIDsteel flies flag for livery hangar
John Reid & Sons Ltd (REIDsteel) has won a new contract for a major hangar at a South East airport.
The firm is providing the design, fabrication and installation of steelwork & cladding for the replacement aircraft painting and livery facility which will also be able to accommodate larger aircraft at Southend Airport.
We started work on the site in early July. The new hangar will be used by Satys Air Livery Ltd for its exterior sealing, painting, spraying and engineering services.
REIDsteel will utilise […]
Centenary celebration is huge success
REIDsteel looked to the future as it celebrated its past at a glittering 100th anniversary party in Christchurch.
Directors of John Reid & Son Ltd (REIDsteel) held the centenary celebration for 300 members of staff, clients, suppliers and business associates.
Guests came from across the UK and around the world for the extravaganza, including Belize, Ghana, India, the British Virgin Islands and Mauritius.
The celebration at the exclusive Captain’s Club hotel included food, drinks, speeches, music, […]
Samuel builds for future at REIDsteel
Aspiring structural engineer Samuel Lucas designed his very own steel building on work experience with REIDsteel.
The sixth-former spent three weeks with us as part of his BTEC Level 3 engineering course.
He created his own steel framed building on cutting-edge software in the company’s drawing office before following his project through from beginning to end in every department.
Sam’s project culminated in a visit to a building site to see firsthand how structures are erected.
Samuel, 16, who goes to the Grange School in Christchurch, […]
