IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: Coronavirus update
John Reid & Sons Ltd (REIDsteel) remains committed to taking all reasonable steps to protect its employees, supply-chain partners, clients, third-party colleagues, their families, and members of the general public.
In line with current government directives our factory in Christchurch will be closed until further notice.
REIDsteel will continue to monitor and act upon the latest guidance from the government and Public Health England as it is issued.
The company is, however, able to continue to provide administrative, design and detailing work remotely.
During this period of uncertainty please use the mobile numbers displayed clearly on the home page of our website as our switchboard will be closed.
The situation is unprecedented and we understand why everybody across the country is concerned but together […]
John Reid & Sons Ltd (REIDsteel) statement about coronavirus
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 […]
WATCH THE VIDEO: Kumasi International Airport, Ghana
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.
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Congratulations to Chartered Structural Engineer John
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 […]
Green light for new homes in Christchurch
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 […]
Happy new year from all at REIDsteel
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!
