Ad
Wednesday, January 7, 2026

PHD named Access & Scaffolding Specialist of the year 2020

ADVERTISEMENT

PHD Modular Access has scooped the Construction News Access & Scaffolding Specialist of the year award for the third year running.

The winners of the Construction News Specialists Awards 2020 were revealed during a virtual ceremony held online for the first time yesterday (17 Nov).

Hundreds of people from the UK’s leading specialist contractors, clients and suppliers gathered to celebrate the best of construction at the online event.

Attendees watched the hour-long online event that featured special presentations and online networking.

From our sector, Uxbridge based PHD Modular Access was announced winners of the Access & Scaffolding Specialist 2020 category for the third year in a row.

“We are delighted to win the access and scaffolding specialist for a third consecutive year; particularly given that 2020 has been such a challenging year for everyone.”

Danny Dwyer

According to the Construction News, the company impressed the judging panel with its focus on improving diversity, mental health awareness and involvement with numerous community initiatives.

PHD has also taken part in a number of iconic projects over the past year, including the transformation of the London Stadium from football ground to a concert venue and baseball stadium.

Construction News judges said: “It was a very thorough submission and met all the criteria. It has taken a pro-active approach to the pre-construction phase and demonstrated good use of social media to display mental health initiatives.”

After the event PHD Modular Access Managing Director Danny Dwyer told Scaffmag: “We are delighted to win the access and scaffolding specialist for a third consecutive year; particularly given that 2020 has been such a challenging year for everyone.

This award is not just a reflection on the excellent people we invest in at PHD, but also the clients and contractors who we partner with on our projects.

This year we made a conscious decision to focus on collaboration at the pre-construction phase to provide the correct access solution for our clients and it is great to see this reflected in the judges’ comments.”

Access & Scaffolding Specialists of the Year 2020 Finalists:

  • AFI-Uplift
  • CastleBuild Scaffolding
  • LTC Scaffolding
  • QFS Scaffolding
  • Rose System Scaffolding
  • TPA
ADVERTISEMENT

Popular Categories

Latest news

AK Scaffolding steps up training for Scaffold Builders Competition in Las Vegas

Manchester based AK Scaffolding has started intensive training as it prepares to compete in the SAIA's Scaffold Builders Competition, set to take place on...

Lindsey Oil Refinery assets sold as refining restart ruled out

The assets of the Lindsey Oil Refinery in North Lincolnshire are to be acquired by Phillips 66, following the collapse of its former owner,...

Breaking Barriers: Francesca Fuser on Innovation, Leadership, and Pilosio’s UK Ambitions

When Francesca Fuser sent her CV to Pilosio, she wasn't just looking for another job. She was looking for the right fit. After years...

JR Scaffold delivers specialist access for historic Glasgow statue

JR Scaffold has delivered a complex free-standing scaffold to support the full restoration of the Sir Walter Scott statue in George Square, as part...

Women say ill-fitting PPE leaves them unsafe at work

Tens of thousands of women across the UK feel unsafe, embarrassed or scared at work because they are required to wear personal protective equipment...

Tributes pour in from across the industry following death of NASC President Wayne Connolly

Tributes have continued to pour in from across the scaffolding and access industry following the death of NASC President and Chair Wayne Connolly, with...

Book of remembrance opened for NASC President Wayne Connolly

An online book of remembrance has been opened to allow members of the scaffolding and access industry to share messages and tributes in memory...

NASC President Wayne Connolly has died

It is with great sadness that we have to inform our readers that the National Access & Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) has confirmed the death...

Cars damaged after scaffolding collapses on Hove residential street

Several vehicles were damaged yesterday after scaffolding collapsed onto a residential street in Hove. No one was injured. The industry body NASC has today...

Scaffmag’s Top Ten stories of 2025

As 2025 draws to a close and we prepare for the festive break, we're taking a moment to reflect on another remarkable year for...

Latest news

ADVERTISEMENT

Magazine

Winter Issue #28 | Past issues >>

Popular

JR Scaffold delivers specialist access for historic Glasgow statue

JR Scaffold has delivered a complex free-standing scaffold to...

Women say ill-fitting PPE leaves them unsafe at work

Tens of thousands of women across the UK feel...

Tributes pour in from across the industry following death of NASC President Wayne Connolly

Tributes have continued to pour in from across the...

NASC President Wayne Connolly has died

It is with great sadness that we have to...

Book of remembrance opened for NASC President Wayne Connolly

An online book of remembrance has been opened to...

Related articles

ADVERTISEMENTS

Latest topics

GEDA transport system supports renovation of Augsburg landmark

Renovation work is continuing at the Perlachturm in Augsburg,...

AK Scaffolding steps up training for Scaffold Builders Competition in Las Vegas

Manchester based AK Scaffolding has started intensive training as...

Lindsey Oil Refinery assets sold as refining restart ruled out

The assets of the Lindsey Oil Refinery in North...
ADVERTISEMENTS