The curious case of the anonymous letter requesting Gary Bishop’s departure. It s a mystery that would tax the combined brains of Miss Marple, Hercule Poirot and Sherlock Holmes himself. DemolitionNews is in receipt of a copy of a letter addressed to the current 2nd vice president of the National Federation of Demolition Contractors, calling…Read moreRead more
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Mystery letter calls for resignation of NFDC officer
EXCLUSIVE – The man who would be President…
Unless the Earth is struck by an asteroid or the planet falls to the zombie apocalypse (and, frankly, after 2020, nothing would surprise me) Cawarden Demolition’s William Crooks will shortly become president of the National Federation of Demolition Contractors. The presidency will be the culmination of more than 15 years commitment to the Federation cause….Read moreRead more
NFDC underlines mental health commitment
The National Federation of Demolition Contractors has announced the launch of a new Mental Health and Wellbeing Hub as part of its demolition-nfdc.com. website. The Hub acts as a central portal for NFDC’s own Mental Health and Wellbeing resources along with signposting to third-party information. Organised into Resources for Employers and Resources for Individuals, it…Read moreRead more
EXCLUSIVE – Alford expands demolition offering…
Alford Technologies has added another tool to its range of demolition solutions. The Wiltshire-based explosive product company is now the official importer for Royex, a pyrotechnic alternative to blasting explosives with a proven track record in a multitude of applications across Europe. Working in partnership with the Swedish explosive manufacturer Etken Teknologi, Alford Demolition Limited…Read moreRead more
Comment – Mon Dieu!
Maybe it’s because it is reported in The Guardian; a newspaper that is almost as easy to despise as the Daily Mail though for less obvious reasons. Maybe it’s because it’s a story about a pair of French people and Brexit has just rubbed off on me even though I voted to Remain. Or maybe…Read moreRead more
Progress at last on recycling plant prosecution
Five lives lost. Five years to come to court. Two directors of a recycling plant where five men lost their lives, crushed under a collapsed wall, have appeared in court for the first time to face charges connected to the tragedy. Wayne Anthony Hawkeswood and Graham John Woodhouse and the companies Hawkeswood Metal Recycling Ltd…Read moreRead more
Cawarden kick-starts Becketwell Project
Work underway on £200 million regeneration project in Derby. The £200 million regeneration of the Becketwell area of Derby city centre has moved a step closer, after demolition work started on the former Central United Reformed Church and properties on Victoria Street. GMI Construction have been appointed main contractor for the project, with Derby-based specialist…Read moreRead more
The Break Fast Show #15
Newline’s John Lynch to stand as NFDC 2nd vice president; BDO survey points to yet more construction optimism; Aquajet joins the telematics age; and Bugler Developments is seeking bids on a pub demolition in West London. All this and more in todays show.
John Lynch takes a stand…
Industry veteran targets modernisation as he announces run for NFDC 2nd vice president. John Lynch is a man of contradictions. He’s a traditionalist and an industry veteran. But he understands the need for modernisation. He is a vocal advocate for the National Federation of Demolition Contractors. But he also believes that the NFDC and, more…Read moreRead more
The Break Fast Show #14
In today’s show: Research shows that SME company owners bore the brunt of the COVID-19 costs; Carey gets the nod on US Embassy demolition; and Hitachi unveils its first Stage V-compliant wheel loader. In addition, three company directors are disqualified following cartel probe. And we wish a happy retirement to an “old school professional”. All…Read moreRead more
