This week, significant developments have taken place in the construction industry with key appointments and strategic moves enhancing the building safety sector.Paul Woodhams has ascended to…
This week has seen a flurry of leadership appointments and changes across several top organisations, impacting various sectors, including construction, fit-out, and government agencies.Phillippa Prongué is…
Wates has appointed Phillippa Prongué as their new executive managing director of the residential division, succeeding Helen Bunch.Phillippa Prongué moves from Bouygues UK, where she served…
This week saw significant movements in the UK’s construction sector, impacting government and private enterprise roles alike.Alex Norris takes over as the new building safety minister,…
Wates has announced the creation of a specialised fit-out division to target London’s commercial market.The new division will be led by Lee Phillips, formerly of ISG…
An international hotel group plans to construct a Fairfield by Marriott in Middlesbrough, promising a significant regional impact.The proposed hotel will feature 200 bedrooms, aiming to…
The London Borough of Havering is set for significant transformation as plans move forward for Wates’ £1.5bn regeneration programme.A new phase in the Harold Hill Town…
The construction industry mourns the loss of Sir Christopher Wates at 85.Sir Christopher was a pivotal leader in Wates, guiding it through the 1990s recession.He was…
The CN100 list for 2024 highlights key shifts among the UK’s top contractors, presenting both stability and dramatic changes.The latest CN100 index, ranking the UK’s top…
Wates and Hill Holdings have joined 20 other firms on a new housing framework embracing modern construction methods.The framework covers 37 regions in England and Wales,…
