Nine firms named on framework to transform former Redcar steelworks.
South Tees Development Corporation has confirmed the panel of demolition firms it will use to dismantle the Redcar steelworks.
According to a news item from news portal Construction Enquirer, the nine firms are: Brown & Mason; KDC Contractors; Keltbray, Erith Group; Thompsons of Prudhoe; Buckingham Group Contracting; Coleman; DSM Demolition; MGL Demolition.
The demolition framework will be split into two main lots covering: large/complex demolition projects over £750,000, worth around £130m.
The second lot will be for smaller lower complexity projects will include secondary structures like conveyors, pipe bridges, smaller buildings, lighting towers and any highway or rail bridges needing demolition.
Demolition of all major steelmaking facilities at the former Redcar Steelworks will start within a matter of weeks, with a commitment that every structure will be down within a year.
The pace of demolition across the site will now be accelerated with dismantling of the iconic blast furnace due to start in August.
