REIDsteel champions south west
REIDsteel managing director Simon Boyd was among the business leaders to call for greater investment and support at a major regional business conference
He sat on a panel at the Great South West (GSW) event with Dorset Chamber at Bournemouth University (BU).
They championed the region but also identified issues for the Great South West to take to the government to help businesses in the region grow.
Key topics at the roadshow included skills development, infrastructure needs and sustainability initiatives.
Simon, who is a trustee of the Jobs Foundation and a non-executive director of Dorset Chamber, said: “The Great South West event with Dorset Chamber was a timely opportunity for businesses and organisations to fly the flag for the […]
REIDsteel forges the next generation
Global structural steel firm REIDsteel is giving local students an insight into the world of work.
The Christchurch-based firm has welcomed the latest two work experience placements from the town’s Twynham School to its offices and manufacturing facility in Reid Street.
Year 10 pupils Milo and Tyler, gained valuable hands-on experience during a structured programme in the company’s design and production departments.
Donna Campo, Operations Director at REIDsteel, said: “We aim to give work experience students a meaningful and practical experience, which provides them with an insight into our company and opportunities within our industry.
“We believe it is important to support our local community and schools, whilst also building relationships to encourage the next generation to think of the diverse and rewarding careers on offer with REIDsteel
“It […]
Beacon lights up D-Day commemorations
A beacon designed, made and erected by REIDsteel burned brightly at the 80th anniversary of D-Day.
It was the centrepiece of an event in our hometown of Christchurch in Dorset to honour and remember the troops who took part in the landings on June 6, 1944. It was a privilege to play our part in the commemorations.
The event also included live music, local food and a ‘history hub’ curated by local historians, organisations and charities, a royal proclamation read by the town crier and a torchlight vigil after the lighting of the beacon.
School pupils, scouts and many of our employees who live in the Christchurch area attended the event, which […]
REIDsteel gains Cyber Essentials status
REIDsteel has achieved Cyber Essentials certification for its robust IT processes and safeguarding of sensitive data.
Cyber Essentials is a government backed and industry supported scheme to help businesses and organisations put best practice cybersecurity measures in place.
According to latest figures published in April by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, just three per cent of business and charities report adhering to Cyber Essentials.
Nick Wright, REIDsteel Head of IT, said: “Applying for Cyber Essentials certification was an ideal opportunity to have a fresh look at our security processes and security settings.
“I am very pleased that, with a very few minor modifications in process, we were able to achieve the certification. Our aim will be continued improvements throughout the […]
Join us at the Jobs Foundation
REIDsteel was one of the first members of the Jobs Foundation when it launched last year.
Our Managing Director Simon Boyd is one of its trustees while our Quality, Health, Safety and Environment Manager Jo White featured on the foundation’s website and in its launch video.
The independent charity champions business as a force for good in society. It seeks to highlight the vital contribution that business makes in terms of creating jobs, providing training and funding public services and, in turn, ensure that Britain has a policy environment which allows business to thrive, so they can be an even more effective tool in alleviating poverty and boosting economic growth.
Key to its success will be developing its […]
Agents fly in for global gathering
Agents jetted in from around the world for a special summit held by REIDsteel in Dorset.
We welcomed representatives to our Agents Day conference at the Captain’s Club Hotel in Christchurch.
The event included an overview of our business and successes in the design, manufacture and supply of structures in 140 countries worldwide as well as our exciting plans for the future growth of the business.
Presentations covered such subject matter as our capabilities, design expertise, wide range of structures, case studies, finance, compliance and the great support we offer our agents.
There were presentations, a panel discussion, an open forum for feedback and a Q&A session as well as welcome drinks, refreshments and an informal evening dinner at the Boathouse Restaurant at Christchurch Quay.
The […]
