Steel sector builds connections

Our Sales Director Tim Outteridge and Business Development Manager Chris Evans spent a brilliant day at the British Constructional Steelwork Association’s (BCSA) Future of Steel Construction conference in London.

It was a chance to renew acquaintances, build new connections, gain insights and share ideas about the future direction of the industry. 

They enjoyed catching up with many within the sector including Chris Hendy from AtkinsRealis, Simon Fryer, technical director at Buro Happold, Dean Morcom, managing director of Briton Fabrication Ltd and Tim’s colleagues from the National Steelwork Group.

Updates to design codes, fire safety, sustainability in steel design and emerging practices were among the topics under discussion.

The key takeaway was that the ever-evolving world of constructional steel is filled with exciting possibilities as a modern, vibrant and resilient sector that is vital for UK plc – but must receive the government support it deserves and requires.

There was a great atmosphere at the event with plenty of positivity in the room. Many thanks to the BCSA for bringing the sector together where we can all share in a common vision for a healthy, strong and thriving industry. We’re looking forward to next year!

Tim is pictured with Kevin Campbell , managing director of Billington Steel Structures and Stephen Dorer, BCSA regional chair for Midlands and the South and steelwork operations director at Deconstruct (UK) Ltd.

In the other shots he is with BCSA president Chris Durand, technical director at Severfield, and Geoffrey Taylor, director at Caunton Engineering

Chris is shown with John Callanan, design manager at Westok Ltd.