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TWO LEADING INDEPENDENT Midlands construction firms have formed a partnership with Wolverhampton City Council to give the city’ s regeneration plans a boost.
Privately owned developer Jessup Brothers from Cannock has been appointed as the main contractor for the construction of 52 houses on the site of the former Danesmore Primary School, with Telford-based concrete block manufacturer Besblock Ltd installed as a major part of the supply chain.
This underpins the council’ s initiative to drive local growth and prosperity for the Wolverhampton area, helping to create additional jobs and opportunities for local people and businesses.
It’ s a timely union for the construction industry, coming on the back of Carillion’ s high-profile demise which has sent shockwaves across the sector.
Besblock, which has two factories in Telford producing award-winning concrete blocks, is one of the nation’ s leading construction firms. Its flagship product is the revolutionary Star
Performer, as the‘ ultimate block for the house builder’.
Sales Director Martin Fulwell explained:“ It’ s a good news story all round. Along with Jessup’ s, we have developed some really positive partnerships with several of the contractors involved in the council’ s initiative giving us confidence to embark on a significant expansion plan and employment drive.”
Jessup’ s MD Clive Jessup said:“ This year we celebrate 30 years of delivering homes in the Midlands, built using local suppliers and subcontractors, so we are delighted to be working with Besblock on these much needed homes in Wolverhampton, benefitting the community and the local economy.”
Councillor Peter Bilson, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for City Housing and Assets, said:“ WV Living has a major part to play in developing much-needed housing in the City of Wolverhampton.
“ At the same time, it is also creating opportunities for local construction companies and the supply chain."
A Year to Remember
In 2017, the GGF celebrated its 40th Anniversary in style and the industry’ s leading trade body looks forward to building on its success in 2018.
MAY The GGF holds its 40th Anniversary Party at the UK glazing industry’ s largest exhibition- The FIT Show at Birmingham’ s NEC.
JANUARY The GGF announces its plans to celebrate its 40th Anniversary. |
MARCH Gareth Jones of REHAU is appointed to the GGF Board to represent the new GGF System House Group. |
JULY Phil Pluck is appointed GGF Group Chief Executive to ensure the GGF and its subsidiary companies work closer together for Members’ benefit. |
AUGUST John Agnew of Independent Glass starts his term as GGF President. |
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