Challenging project at new 92,000 sq ft distribution centre
The proximity of major power lines are proving no obstacle for Finley Structures after being awarded a 465-tonne project to construct a new distribution centre in Lancashire.
Road haulage giant Fagan and Whalley is expanding with a multi-million pound development on Burnley Bridge Business Park – a development which is creating at least 25 new jobs.
The transport firm won planning permission to build a 92,000 square foot distribution hub on a 10-acre site at the complex near the M65’s junction nine.
Finley Structures won the contract from Leeds-based GMI Construction to design and build its steel frame on a site which lies next to power lines.
Finley Structures Commercial Director Diane Ruston said: “We’ve had to erect the steel in close proximity to major power lines, and as the building is taller than the lines this is particularly challenging.
“But through the design process, we developed effective solutions to enable the project to be delivered safely and successfully.
“Furthermore, this is the first time we’ve worked with GMI and it’s great to foster another new relationship with a major contractor.”
F&W’s new hub will provide parking for up to 80 trailers, with 10 loading bays and 25,000 pallet locations.
The new development will complement the family-run firm’s existing headquarters at Shuttleworth Mead Business Park and satellite centre in Coventry which together employ 300 staff.
Burnley Bridge Business Park is a £50m development near Burnley, providing modern industrial and warehousing accommodation creating 1,400 jobs.
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