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16 04, 2020

John Reid & Sons Ltd (REIDsteel) statement: limited return to work

James Tourgout2020-04-16T13:01:56+01:00April 16th, 2020|Categories: News|Tags: building, business, businessnews, cladding, commercial property, construction, design, Dorset, glazing, hangars, manufacture, manufacuturing, REIDsteel, steel, steel construction, structural engineering, structural steel, supply, warehouses|

Structural steel company John Reid & Sons Ltd (REIDsteel), which was one of the first to shutdown its manufacturing and site operations following the Government’s implementation of the lockdown, has today announced a limited to return to work at its manufacturing facility in Christchurch.

The decision follows an extensive review of its steel handling and manufacturing procedures to find a way of helping those who cannot work from home back into full time work.

The company is also working on plans that will allow its site teams (including subcontractors) to return to construction sites.

Managing director Simon Boyd, above left, said: “The health, safety and wellbeing of our people is our utmost priority. When the lockdown was announced, we immediately took the decision to send all our people home to stop any potential spread of the virus and to give us time to consider alternative measures.”

“As government has advised we should do, we have been working on plans to find a way to re-open the factory/works and our construction sites to allow those who cannot work from home back to work while still respecting the hygiene and social distancing guidelines.

“It […]

24 03, 2020

John Reid & Sons Ltd (REIDsteel) statement about coronavirus

James Tourgout2020-03-24T12:30:51+00:00March 24th, 2020|Categories: News|Tags: business, cladding, coronavirus, covid-19, design, Dorset, Engineering, fabrication, glazing, louvres, manufacturing, steel construction, structural engineering, structural steel|

Structural steel company John Reid & Sons Ltd (REIDsteel) has today announced that it is temporarily suspending all operations with immediate effect.

The company is closing its manufacturing facility in Christchurch, Dorset, and all of its construction sites until further notice.

The decision comes in response to the escalating coronavirus pandemic. The company has also called for the Government to go even further in its national lockdown.

Managing director Simon Boyd said: “The welfare of our team, customers and suppliers is always our utmost priority.

“I cannot in all conscience sit working from home while sending people out to our manufacturing facility and to our construction sites. They should be at home with their families.

“This has not been an easy decision to make but these are unprecedented times. As a company we will do everything we can in our power to support our workforce, customers and suppliers through this difficult period.

“Over the last 100 years, the company has faced many difficult periods, including the Second World War, several recessions and the 2008 financial crisis and has always emerged stronger.

“Together we will get through this.”

Simon added: “I appreciate that the Government has many difficult choices to make. However it does […]

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!

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 […]

3 12, 2019

Congratulations to Field International

James Tourgout2019-12-03T15:57:15+00:00December 3rd, 2019|Categories: News|Tags: business, cladding, construction, design, Dorset, Engineering, Field International, glazing, manufacturing, REIDsteel, steel, structural steel|

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Congratulations to Field International Ltd for winning the Excellence in Engineering and Manufacturing title at the Dorset Business Awards.

REIDsteel sponsored the award with underwater technology giant Atlas Elektronik UK at the 25th annual extravaganza, organised by the Dorset Chamber.

Our Commercial Director Tim Cook announced the winner live on stage during a gala dinner and awards ceremony at the Bournemouth International Centre.

Field International narrowly beat Precision Acoustics Ltd of Dorchester and marine electronics manufacturer Actisense to claim the honour in front of 680 guests.

Poole-based Field International is a global precision engineering company with expertise particularly in the aerospace sector.

Congratulations to Field International as well as all of the other winners and finalists on the night.

It was a pleasure to sponsor the award and help give some richly deserved recognition to some of the best businesses in Dorset.

Many thanks to Dorset Chamber for use of the picture.

28 11, 2019

REIDsteel confirms backing for British Steel

James Tourgout2019-11-28T09:23:59+00:00November 28th, 2019|Categories: News|Tags: British, British Steel, business, cladding, construction, design, Dorset, Engineering, fabrication, glazing, manufacturing, REIDsteel, Scunthorpe, steel, steel sector, structural engineer, structural steel, Teeside|

John Reid & Sons Ltd (REIDsteel) has pledged to make British Steel its primary long-term supplier.

We’ve made a policy decision to use the steelmaker’s products for our wide range of buildings and structures in the UK, Europe and worldwide.

The strengthening of ties is a further boost for British Steel as details of a takeover deal to secure the future of the firm are finalised.

REIDsteel managing director Simon Boyd, pictured above right, confirmed that British Steel will be the company’s preferred supplier following a two-day visit to Scunthorpe and Teesside. The REIDsteel delegation was also shown steelmaking processes during the trip.

Simon said: “Both our businesses share a strong reputation for quality in British manufacturing and engineering worldwide.

“We have been, and continue to be, a supporter of retaining steelmaking in the UK and we are pleased to confirm that our relationship is now stronger than ever.

“Our congratulations go to all at British Steel on the takeover deal and we look forward to working together to help put UK steelmaking and manufacturing back on the world map where it belongs.”

Simon was joined […]

18 11, 2019

Braving sub-zero temperatures for the homeless

James Tourgout2019-11-18T17:22:37+00:00November 18th, 2019|Categories: News|Tags: Big sleep easy, business, chamber, cladding, construction, Dorset, glazing, homeless, REIDsteel. Simon Boyd, steel, structural steel, YMCA|

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REIDsteel Managing Director Simon Boyd joined ‘Team Dorset Chamber’ to sleep outside in sub-zero temperatures in aid of the homeless.

Simon, who is a member of the chamber board, and his fellow fundraisers bedded down overnight in shelters made of cardboard boxes as temperatures plunged to minus two degrees.

They were among 160 people from 40 organisations taking part in the YMCA Bournemouth organised event, which was hosted by Bournemouth Sports Club at Chapel Gate.

The aim was to raise awareness of homelessness in the area and provide funds through sponsorship for YMCA projects.

Simon, pictured far left, and his fellow team mates raised a fantastic £5,000 between them – and donations can still be made through Simon’s page or on the Dorset Chamber page until December 15, 2019.

YMCA Bournemouth launched its first Big Sleep Easy event for businesses in November 2018, which saw 98 individuals from 23 local organisations raise £25K for homeless projects.

With almost double this number taking part this year, the total raised […]

13 11, 2019

It’s the final countdown…

James Tourgout2019-11-13T10:33:00+00:00November 13th, 2019|Categories: News|Tags: awards, business, cladding, construction, design, Dorset, Dorset Business Awards, Engineering, exports, fabrication, finalists, glazing, manufacturing, steel, structural steel|

It was great to the meet the finalists in our category at a special Dorset Business Awards reception.

Dorset Chamber held the event to announced businesses on the shortlist for honours at the gala awards ceremony on November 28.

REIDsteel Business Relationship Director Sean Burchell and HR/Contracts Administrator Megan Law represented REIDsteel at the ‘Meet the Finalist’ showcase.

We’re sponsoring the prestigious Excellence in Engineering and Manufacturing Award jointly with Atlas Elektronik UK (AEUK).

Finalists in the running for the title are Actisense, Field International Ltd and Precision Acoustics.

Sean and Megan rubbed shoulders with the finalists and fellow sponsors at the reception, which heralded what promises to be a superb Dorset Business Awards ceremony at the end of this month.

As a local business with international reach, we know just how important manufacturing and engineering excellence has been to our own success.

It is important to recognise the achievements of businesses in this sector, which is a bedrock of the local and national economy.

It’s third […]

11 09, 2019

Business awards finalists revealed

James Tourgout2019-09-11T11:27:25+01:00September 11th, 2019|Categories: News|Tags: business, Dorset Business Awards, REIDsteel, steel|

Congratulations to all of the finalists in this year’s Dorset Business Awards.

The Dorset Chamber has just revealed the shortlists for each category in this year’s 25th anniversary extravaganza.

We’re proud to be sponsor of the Excellence in Engineering & Manufacturing Award along with Atlas Elektronik UK.

Well done to the finalists in ‘our’ category: Actisense, Field International Ltd and Precision Acoustics.

The standard once again was exceptional and we’re looking forward to revealing the name of the winner on the awards night, November 28.

As we celebrate our […]

22 03, 2019

REIDsteel goes global with international award nomination

James Tourgout2024-04-11T11:01:33+01:00March 22nd, 2019|Categories: News|Tags: Bridges, business, car showrooms, churches, cladding, commercial buildings, construction, Dorset, exports, factories, glazing, Hampshure, hangars, hospitals, industrial units, international trade, louvres, Solent, Solent 250, steel, steel construction, structural steel|

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John Reid & Son Ltd (REIDsteel) has been named as a finalist for the Solent 250 International Business of the Year title.

The Solent 250 lists the top private companies in the Solent and South Central region.

We will find out if we have claimed the International Business of the Year honour at the annual Solent 250 dinner and awards ceremony on April 2.

Our managing director Simon Boyd said: “The Solent 250 includes some of the region’s most successful and high-profile businesses.

“It is a tremendous honour to be shortlisted as an awards finalist among such company.

“We’ve exported to more than 140 countries to date, and this year celebrate our one-hundredth anniversary.

“Winning this award would be the icing on the cake […]

14 03, 2019

Simon adds steel to Chamber

James Tourgout2019-03-14T10:33:52+00:00March 14th, 2019|Categories: News|Tags: Bridges, business, chamber, cladding, doors, Dorset, exports, glazing, hangars, steel, trade|

STEEL: Dorset Chamber of Commerce and Industry chief executive Ian Girling welcomes REIDsteel managing director Simon Boyd to the board

REIDsteel’s managing director Simon Boyd has joined the board of Dorset Chamber of Commerce and Industry as a non-executive director

Simon joins as the chamber – Dorset’s voice of business – celebrates its 70^th anniversary in 2019, while we mark our centenary this year.

Chief executive Ian Girling said: “Simon is a driven and astute business leader who will strengthen our already formidable board.

“We are thrilled to welcome him as a non-executive director as we continue to expand, modernise and support the business community and local economy.”

We’re a longstanding chamber member and a Dorset Young Chamber and Dorset Business Awards sponsor.

We have the capability to design, manufacture and supply entire steel buildings including their […]

27 02, 2019

Simon among Brexit conference speakers

James Tourgout2019-02-27T10:57:10+00:00February 27th, 2019|Categories: News|Tags: business, exports, international trade|

John Reid & Son Ltd (REIDsteel) managing director Simon Boyd is among the speakers lined up for a conference about Brexit.

Dorset Chamber of Commerce and Industry is holding the event with the Dorset Local Enterprise Partnership and Bournemouth University.

Simon will be among the experts on a panel at the Business Brexit Conference at the Hallmark Carlton Hotel in Bournemouth on Friday March 1.

The non-political event is aimed at giving businesses vital support as the clock ticks down towards the UK’s departure on March 29.

Other speakers will include Bournemouth West MP Conor Burns, economist Professor Nigel Jump from Bournemouth University, […]