The sudden collapse of ISG has sent ripples through the UK construction industry, leaving numerous projects in jeopardy and sparking concern across the sector. In response, Glenigan has released an in-depth report shedding light on the extent of the impact and the potential opportunities for companies able to adapt to the situation.
The Numbers Behind the Crisis
According to Glenigan’s analysis, ISG had a substantial presence in the UK construction market. A third of its project pipeline was dedicated to public sector work, while industrial, commercial, and private housing projects accounted for over £2.8 billion of its active contracts.Several high-profile developments have been thrown into uncertainty, including:
Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies Facility in Billingham, valued at £200 million
Slough Data Centre Campus Phase 2 in Berkshire, worth another £200 million
Institute of Neurology for UCL in London, at £158 million
Overall, ISG had more than £2.5 billion worth of projects already on site, with an additional £1.7 billion in the pipeline. This includes 33 contracts awarded, 57 projects actively progressing, and three nearing completion—now all left in limbo. Moreover, ISG’s involvement in 19 construction frameworks, valued at a staggering £104 billion, has further amplified the disruption.
Regional Fallout
The collapse has had a particularly strong impact on London, where 24 projects, collectively valued at £1.863 billion, have been halted. This includes two data centre developments, each worth over £150 million, which are now stalled. The effects are not limited to the capital, with businesses across the country facing uncertainty and financial strain.Glenigan’s regional analysis highlights the significant disruption but also points to the commercial opportunities for agile suppliers to step in.“This situation presents a major problem for both contractors and subcontractors, many of which will be left seriously out of pocket, putting a large number of jobs on the line,”Glenigan reports.
Opportunities Amid the Uncertainty
Despite the immediate challenges, Glenigan’s data suggests there could be openings for companies able to quickly pivot. “There is a commercial opportunity for agile suppliers to step into the breach, ensuring many of these projects do not fall behind and involved subcontractors are supported,” Glenigan stated.While the full extent of ISG’s collapse is still unfolding, it’s clear that the construction industry faces significant challenges in the months ahead. However, for those companies prepared to respond rapidly, there may be room to navigate through the disruption and take on new projects, potentially offsetting some of the broader industry impacts.
The sudden collapse of ISG has sent ripples through the UK construction industry, leaving numerous projects in jeopardy and sparking concern across the sector. In response, Glenigan has released an in-depth report shedding light on the extent of the impact and the potential opportunities for companies able to adapt to the situation.
The Numbers Behind the Crisis
According to Glenigan’s analysis, ISG had a substantial presence in the UK construction market. A third of its project pipeline was dedicated to public sector work, while industrial, commercial, and private housing projects accounted for over £2.8 billion of its active contracts.Several high-profile developments have been thrown into uncertainty, including:
Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies Facility in Billingham, valued at £200 million
Slough Data Centre Campus Phase 2 in Berkshire, worth another £200 million
Institute of Neurology for UCL in London, at £158 million
Overall, ISG had more than £2.5 billion worth of projects already on site, with an additional £1.7 billion in the pipeline. This includes 33 contracts awarded, 57 projects actively progressing, and three nearing completion—now all left in limbo. Moreover, ISG’s involvement in 19 construction frameworks, valued at a staggering £104 billion, has further amplified the disruption.
Regional Fallout
The collapse has had a particularly strong impact on London, where 24 projects, collectively valued at £1.863 billion, have been halted. This includes two data centre developments, each worth over £150 million, which are now stalled. The effects are not limited to the capital, with businesses across the country facing uncertainty and financial strain.Glenigan’s regional analysis highlights the significant disruption but also points to the commercial opportunities for agile suppliers to step in.“This situation presents a major problem for both contractors and subcontractors, many of which will be left seriously out of pocket, putting a large number of jobs on the line,”Glenigan reports.
Opportunities Amid the Uncertainty
Despite the immediate challenges, Glenigan’s data suggests there could be openings for companies able to quickly pivot. “There is a commercial opportunity for agile suppliers to step into the breach, ensuring many of these projects do not fall behind and involved subcontractors are supported,” Glenigan stated.While the full extent of ISG’s collapse is still unfolding, it’s clear that the construction industry faces significant challenges in the months ahead. However, for those companies prepared to respond rapidly, there may be room to navigate through the disruption and take on new projects, potentially offsetting some of the broader industry impacts.
The sudden collapse of ISG has sent ripples through the UK construction industry, leaving numerous projects in jeopardy and sparking concern across the sector. In response, Glenigan has released an in-depth report shedding light on the extent of the impact and the potential opportunities for companies able to adapt to the situation.
The Numbers Behind the Crisis
According to Glenigan’s analysis, ISG had a substantial presence in the UK construction market. A third of its project pipeline was dedicated to public sector work, while industrial, commercial, and private housing projects accounted for over £2.8 billion of its active contracts.Several high-profile developments have been thrown into uncertainty, including:
Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies Facility in Billingham, valued at £200 million
Slough Data Centre Campus Phase 2 in Berkshire, worth another £200 million
Institute of Neurology for UCL in London, at £158 million
Overall, ISG had more than £2.5 billion worth of projects already on site, with an additional £1.7 billion in the pipeline. This includes 33 contracts awarded, 57 projects actively progressing, and three nearing completion—now all left in limbo. Moreover, ISG’s involvement in 19 construction frameworks, valued at a staggering £104 billion, has further amplified the disruption.
Regional Fallout
The collapse has had a particularly strong impact on London, where 24 projects, collectively valued at £1.863 billion, have been halted. This includes two data centre developments, each worth over £150 million, which are now stalled. The effects are not limited to the capital, with businesses across the country facing uncertainty and financial strain.Glenigan’s regional analysis highlights the significant disruption but also points to the commercial opportunities for agile suppliers to step in.“This situation presents a major problem for both contractors and subcontractors, many of which will be left seriously out of pocket, putting a large number of jobs on the line,”Glenigan reports.
Opportunities Amid the Uncertainty
Despite the immediate challenges, Glenigan’s data suggests there could be openings for companies able to quickly pivot. “There is a commercial opportunity for agile suppliers to step into the breach, ensuring many of these projects do not fall behind and involved subcontractors are supported,” Glenigan stated.While the full extent of ISG’s collapse is still unfolding, it’s clear that the construction industry faces significant challenges in the months ahead. However, for those companies prepared to respond rapidly, there may be room to navigate through the disruption and take on new projects, potentially offsetting some of the broader industry impacts.
The sudden collapse of ISG has sent ripples through the UK construction industry, leaving numerous projects in jeopardy and sparking concern across the sector. In response, Glenigan has released an in-depth report shedding light on the extent of the impact and the potential opportunities for companies able to adapt to the situation.
The Numbers Behind the Crisis
According to Glenigan’s analysis, ISG had a substantial presence in the UK construction market. A third of its project pipeline was dedicated to public sector work, while industrial, commercial, and private housing projects accounted for over £2.8 billion of its active contracts.Several high-profile developments have been thrown into uncertainty, including:
Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies Facility in Billingham, valued at £200 million
Slough Data Centre Campus Phase 2 in Berkshire, worth another £200 million
Institute of Neurology for UCL in London, at £158 million
Overall, ISG had more than £2.5 billion worth of projects already on site, with an additional £1.7 billion in the pipeline. This includes 33 contracts awarded, 57 projects actively progressing, and three nearing completion—now all left in limbo. Moreover, ISG’s involvement in 19 construction frameworks, valued at a staggering £104 billion, has further amplified the disruption.
Regional Fallout
The collapse has had a particularly strong impact on London, where 24 projects, collectively valued at £1.863 billion, have been halted. This includes two data centre developments, each worth over £150 million, which are now stalled. The effects are not limited to the capital, with businesses across the country facing uncertainty and financial strain.Glenigan’s regional analysis highlights the significant disruption but also points to the commercial opportunities for agile suppliers to step in.“This situation presents a major problem for both contractors and subcontractors, many of which will be left seriously out of pocket, putting a large number of jobs on the line,”Glenigan reports.
Opportunities Amid the Uncertainty
Despite the immediate challenges, Glenigan’s data suggests there could be openings for companies able to quickly pivot. “There is a commercial opportunity for agile suppliers to step into the breach, ensuring many of these projects do not fall behind and involved subcontractors are supported,” Glenigan stated.While the full extent of ISG’s collapse is still unfolding, it’s clear that the construction industry faces significant challenges in the months ahead. However, for those companies prepared to respond rapidly, there may be room to navigate through the disruption and take on new projects, potentially offsetting some of the broader industry impacts.
The sudden collapse of ISG has sent ripples through the UK construction industry, leaving numerous projects in jeopardy and sparking concern across the sector. In response, Glenigan has released an in-depth report shedding light on the extent of the impact and the potential opportunities for companies able to adapt to the situation.
The Numbers Behind the Crisis
According to Glenigan’s analysis, ISG had a substantial presence in the UK construction market. A third of its project pipeline was dedicated to public sector work, while industrial, commercial, and private housing projects accounted for over £2.8 billion of its active contracts.Several high-profile developments have been thrown into uncertainty, including:
Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies Facility in Billingham, valued at £200 million
Slough Data Centre Campus Phase 2 in Berkshire, worth another £200 million
Institute of Neurology for UCL in London, at £158 million
Overall, ISG had more than £2.5 billion worth of projects already on site, with an additional £1.7 billion in the pipeline. This includes 33 contracts awarded, 57 projects actively progressing, and three nearing completion—now all left in limbo. Moreover, ISG’s involvement in 19 construction frameworks, valued at a staggering £104 billion, has further amplified the disruption.
Regional Fallout
The collapse has had a particularly strong impact on London, where 24 projects, collectively valued at £1.863 billion, have been halted. This includes two data centre developments, each worth over £150 million, which are now stalled. The effects are not limited to the capital, with businesses across the country facing uncertainty and financial strain.Glenigan’s regional analysis highlights the significant disruption but also points to the commercial opportunities for agile suppliers to step in.“This situation presents a major problem for both contractors and subcontractors, many of which will be left seriously out of pocket, putting a large number of jobs on the line,”Glenigan reports.
Opportunities Amid the Uncertainty
Despite the immediate challenges, Glenigan’s data suggests there could be openings for companies able to quickly pivot. “There is a commercial opportunity for agile suppliers to step into the breach, ensuring many of these projects do not fall behind and involved subcontractors are supported,” Glenigan stated.While the full extent of ISG’s collapse is still unfolding, it’s clear that the construction industry faces significant challenges in the months ahead. However, for those companies prepared to respond rapidly, there may be room to navigate through the disruption and take on new projects, potentially offsetting some of the broader industry impacts.
The sudden collapse of ISG has sent ripples through the UK construction industry, leaving numerous projects in jeopardy and sparking concern across the sector. In response, Glenigan has released an in-depth report shedding light on the extent of the impact and the potential opportunities for companies able to adapt to the situation.
The Numbers Behind the Crisis
According to Glenigan’s analysis, ISG had a substantial presence in the UK construction market. A third of its project pipeline was dedicated to public sector work, while industrial, commercial, and private housing projects accounted for over £2.8 billion of its active contracts.Several high-profile developments have been thrown into uncertainty, including:
Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies Facility in Billingham, valued at £200 million
Slough Data Centre Campus Phase 2 in Berkshire, worth another £200 million
Institute of Neurology for UCL in London, at £158 million
Overall, ISG had more than £2.5 billion worth of projects already on site, with an additional £1.7 billion in the pipeline. This includes 33 contracts awarded, 57 projects actively progressing, and three nearing completion—now all left in limbo. Moreover, ISG’s involvement in 19 construction frameworks, valued at a staggering £104 billion, has further amplified the disruption.
Regional Fallout
The collapse has had a particularly strong impact on London, where 24 projects, collectively valued at £1.863 billion, have been halted. This includes two data centre developments, each worth over £150 million, which are now stalled. The effects are not limited to the capital, with businesses across the country facing uncertainty and financial strain.Glenigan’s regional analysis highlights the significant disruption but also points to the commercial opportunities for agile suppliers to step in.“This situation presents a major problem for both contractors and subcontractors, many of which will be left seriously out of pocket, putting a large number of jobs on the line,”Glenigan reports.
Opportunities Amid the Uncertainty
Despite the immediate challenges, Glenigan’s data suggests there could be openings for companies able to quickly pivot. “There is a commercial opportunity for agile suppliers to step into the breach, ensuring many of these projects do not fall behind and involved subcontractors are supported,” Glenigan stated.While the full extent of ISG’s collapse is still unfolding, it’s clear that the construction industry faces significant challenges in the months ahead. However, for those companies prepared to respond rapidly, there may be room to navigate through the disruption and take on new projects, potentially offsetting some of the broader industry impacts.
The sudden collapse of ISG has sent ripples through the UK construction industry, leaving numerous projects in jeopardy and sparking concern across the sector. In response, Glenigan has released an in-depth report shedding light on the extent of the impact and the potential opportunities for companies able to adapt to the situation.
The Numbers Behind the Crisis
According to Glenigan’s analysis, ISG had a substantial presence in the UK construction market. A third of its project pipeline was dedicated to public sector work, while industrial, commercial, and private housing projects accounted for over £2.8 billion of its active contracts.Several high-profile developments have been thrown into uncertainty, including:
Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies Facility in Billingham, valued at £200 million
Slough Data Centre Campus Phase 2 in Berkshire, worth another £200 million
Institute of Neurology for UCL in London, at £158 million
Overall, ISG had more than £2.5 billion worth of projects already on site, with an additional £1.7 billion in the pipeline. This includes 33 contracts awarded, 57 projects actively progressing, and three nearing completion—now all left in limbo. Moreover, ISG’s involvement in 19 construction frameworks, valued at a staggering £104 billion, has further amplified the disruption.
Regional Fallout
The collapse has had a particularly strong impact on London, where 24 projects, collectively valued at £1.863 billion, have been halted. This includes two data centre developments, each worth over £150 million, which are now stalled. The effects are not limited to the capital, with businesses across the country facing uncertainty and financial strain.Glenigan’s regional analysis highlights the significant disruption but also points to the commercial opportunities for agile suppliers to step in.“This situation presents a major problem for both contractors and subcontractors, many of which will be left seriously out of pocket, putting a large number of jobs on the line,”Glenigan reports.
Opportunities Amid the Uncertainty
Despite the immediate challenges, Glenigan’s data suggests there could be openings for companies able to quickly pivot. “There is a commercial opportunity for agile suppliers to step into the breach, ensuring many of these projects do not fall behind and involved subcontractors are supported,” Glenigan stated.While the full extent of ISG’s collapse is still unfolding, it’s clear that the construction industry faces significant challenges in the months ahead. However, for those companies prepared to respond rapidly, there may be room to navigate through the disruption and take on new projects, potentially offsetting some of the broader industry impacts.
The Wates Group has announced the acquisition of Liberty, the property services division of ForHousing, a prominent social housing provider based in the northwest.
This significant move will see Liberty, along with its 1,100 employees, joining Wates Property Services.
Liberty, which handles around 1,500 customer calls daily, provides a wide range of services, including domestic property repairs, maintenance, and heating compliance. Last year, the company reported a turnover of £120 million and completed over 114,000 property repairs. Despite the acquisition, Liberty will continue to operate under its own name.
David Morgan, Managing Director of Wates Property Services, expressed his enthusiasm for the deal: “We’ve been actively seeking a specialist property support business to expand and strengthen our existing expertise in the social housing sector. In Liberty, we’ve found the strategic fit we were looking for, so I’m delighted to be able to make this announcement.”
For Liberty, this acquisition marks a significant chapter in its growth. Ray Jones, Managing Director of Liberty, highlighted the benefits of joining forces with Wates: “Our combined service provision brings a stronger offer to both existing and potential clients, especially in property and renewable energy decarbonisation. This new step forward will ensure continued high-quality services for Liberty’s current clients and their tenants, as well as an exciting future for Liberty and Wates and our people.”
The acquisition enhances Wates’ capabilities, particularly in heating, compliance, and renewable energy services, strengthening its position in the social housing sector. Both companies view the partnership as an opportunity to build on their reputations for delivering high-quality services to clients across the UK.
Apollo Cradles has issued a strong warning to the scaffolding industry after discovering that a fellow supplier was manufacturing and selling unauthorised copies of its protected X-Beams. The company in question, a non-audited member of the National Access and Scaffolding Confederation (NASC), is now facing legal action.Apollo, which holds the UK design rights for the X-Beams, has sent a cease-and-desist letter to the offending firm, demanding an immediate halt to the production and sale of the unauthorised beams. The letter outlines several key demands, including the removal of any unauthorised beams in circulation and compensation for any units already sold. If these demands aren’t met, Apollo says it will pursue legal proceedings.Mark Holmes, Manager at Apollo Scaffold Services, expressed concern about the safety of the unauthorised products in a LinkedIn post. “We’ve already obtained two of these X-Beams and sent them for independent testing,” he said. The results were worrying.”Tests carried out by Solus Testing Limited found that the beams did not meet industry safety standards. The units had several serious welding defects, including gas pores, lack of fusion, and cracks. These faults mean the beams failed to meet the requirements of BS EN ISO 5817 Level B: 2023 and BS EN ISO 23277 2x:2015, key industry safety benchmarks.Holmes also noted that all legitimate Apollo X-Beams are easily identifiable by their serial numbers and other specific manufacturing details, which can be traced back to Apollo’s records.“If the issue isn’t resolved, and we’re forced to take this to court, we will publicly name the company involved so that the rest of the industry can be aware of the risks,” Holmes warned.Apollo is urging any companies who believe they may have purchased unauthorised beams, or who have been quoted for them, to get in touch immediately.
Skill Scaffolding has partnered with Layher UK to deliver a pedestrian access bridge in Lostwithiel, Cornwall.
Together, they’ve supplied a temporary pedestrian bridge using the world-renowned Layher Allround System, a cutting-edge scaffolding technology known for its versatility, safety, and ease of assembly.
The project, known as Skill Bridge, was built in a sensitive environment, designed by Layher UK and completed by Skill Scaffolding. Impressively, the entire project was delivered within an eight-week window, showcasing the efficiency and expertise of the team involved.
The team at Skill Scaffolding has introduced what they’ve dubbed the ‘Skill Bridge,, a fully transportable pedestrian bridge built offsite and moved into place at the Lostwithiel rail project. The innovative bridge was quickly installed and facilitated minimal disruption to both the site and the public.
The installation of a temporary pedestrian bridge can often cause delays or closures, particularly in a busy rail setting. However, Skill Scaffolding’s approach with the Layher Allround Bridging System (ABS) ensured that disruption was kept to a minimum.
By building the Layher ‘Skill Bridge’, as Skill Scaffolding refer to it, at their headquarters and transporting it to the site ready for installation, the team was able to reduce the need for prolonged closures and limit inconvenience for pedestrians and rail staff alike.
This method also offers a more time-effective and cost-efficient solution, something clients in infrastructure projects value highly. In a statement, Skill Scaffolding noted: “Our aim is to offer innovative, safe, and efficient solutions to our clients. With the Skill Bridge, we can reduce the impact on the public and keep projects running smoothly.”
The Layher Allround System: A Key Player
At the heart of this success is the Layher Allround System. Known for its flexibility and safety, the system allows for complex scaffolding structures to be erected with ease, ensuring that the temporary pedestrian bridge is both strong and reliable.
This modular scaffolding system is ideal for projects like this, where safety and speed are paramount, and disruptions must be kept to an absolute minimum.
Skill Scaffolding has also benefited from Layher UK’s turnkey after-sales technical and practical site support and expertise by benefitting from Layher’s strategic partnership promise of Service, Support, Solutions and Supply playing a vital role in making this project successful; ‘Skill Bridge’ was built to the highest standards, meeting the rail site’s technical and safety requirements.
Looking to the Future
The success of the Layher ‘Skill Bridge’ in Lostwithiel signals a new way forward for Skill Scaffolding. With ongoing investment in advanced scaffolding technologies and continuous in-house training, the company is raising the bar for temporary structures in the UK. Whether it’s for rail, construction, or public infrastructure, their innovative solutions are proving invaluable.
The collapse has had a particularly strong impact on London, where 24 projects, collectively valued at £1.863 billion, have been halted. This includes two data centre developments, each worth over £150 million, which are now stalled. The effects are not limited to the capital, with businesses across the country facing uncertainty and financial strain.
Glenigan’s regional analysis highlights the significant disruption but also points to the commercial opportunities for agile suppliers to step in. “This situation presents a major problem for both contractors and subcontractors, many of which will be left seriously out of pocket, putting a large number of jobs on the line,” Glenigan reports.
This method also offers a more time-effective and cost-efficient solution, something clients in infrastructure projects value highly. In a statement, Skill Scaffolding noted: “Our aim is to offer innovative, safe, and efficient solutions to our clients. With the Skill Bridge, we can reduce the impact on the public and keep projects running smoothly.”
Skill Scaffolding has also benefited from Layher UK’s turnkey after-sales technical and practical site support and expertise by benefitting from Layher’s strategic partnership promise of Service, Support, Solutions and Supply playing a vital role in making this project successful; ‘Skill Bridge’ was built to the highest standards, meeting the rail site’s technical and safety requirements.