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British manufacturer John Reid & Sons (Strucsteel) Limited, which trades in the UK and globally, has won planning permission for major redevelopment of its site in Dorset.

The company – known as REIDsteel – has received the green light from BCP Council for a state-of-the-art manufacturing complex, new offices and staff facilities in Christchurch.

The redevelopment of the REIDsteel site and adjacent land formerly occupied by Peeks Party Store will deliver a 6.4-acre manufacturing base and boost the company’s capability.

Managing director Simon Boyd said: “This is absolutely brilliant news for REIDsteel, the local economy and GB plc.

“It is a milestone in the long history of the company, which has gained a worldwide reputation for high quality British engineering, design and manufacturing.

“It will allow us to significantly increase productivity, create more highly-skilled employment and apprenticeships, and boost the local economy while cutting our carbon footprint.

“In addition, the major new facility will enhance our ability within both the domestic and export markets.

“Our […]

A new business park has thrown open its gates in Christchurch in a boost for the local economy.

Construction work has been completed at The Penton Business Park in Stony Lane in a £2.5m regeneration of a formerly disused site.

The Penton Motor Group has invested in the commercial property development to create a trading hub for firms, with up to 30 jobs being created.

Fellow Christchurch firm John Reid & Sons Ltd (REIDsteel) has been engaged to provide and install the full frame and envelope and has designed and manufactured the steel frames, with installation of the metal decking, cladding, roof sheeting, glazing and doors for the retail park.

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We’re backing the Excellence in Manufacturing and Engineering category at this year’s Dorset Business Awards.

Entries have just opened for the 25^th 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 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 achievement, which make us an ideal sponsor for this category in partnership with Atlas Elektronik UK.

“Manufacturing and engineering are bedrocks of the local and national economy, and it is […]

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 its patented V-Brace tied segmented “Archspan” design for the 43m clear span structure being built with main contractor AW Hardy.

A W Hardy has been providing high quality construction services in Essex for over 60 years and says it is delighted to be working with REIDsteel on this […]

Simon Boyd, Managing Director of Christchurch-based REIDsteel which works throughout the UK and exports worldwide , said: “It was a positive Budget as we look ahead to negotiations for Brexit.

“I am fully supportive of the Government and the work it has to do, and this Budget will help prepare the grounds for a strong economy during this time.

“From a business point of view there was good news with the reduction in Corporation Tax to 17%. The support for social care is welcome although a fundamental reform of the whole system is needed in the long term.

“The rise in the National Living Wage is also welcome because we believe in a decent wage for the UK workforce.

“Low productivity is a perennial issue and some companies prefer to employ cheap labour rather than invest in new technology, which is one of the measures required to help productivity levels rise.

“Funding for infrastructure improvements must always be a priority. I will be writing to East Dorset District Council and Christchurch Borough Council with an offer to meet to brainstorm ideas to win a slice of the £690m prize money available […]