

Latest news: Restructure of The Coleman Group following Covid-19 impact

The board of The Coleman Group has announced a business restructure in light of the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on its business operations.



The review was prompted by the significant disruption of the pandemic and particularly the cancellation of the Group’s largest single project - the transformation of the Broadmarsh Shopping Centre in Nottingham – as a result of it. Other projects paused but not cancelled include work at Euston ...

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Important business update for Clients and Supply Chain regarding the Coronavirus

Important business update for Clients and Supply Chain regarding the Coronavirus and the necessary temporary closure of The Coleman Group sites (27th Match 2020)



As many of you are now aware, we are in truly unprecedented times with the continued rapid escalation of the Coronavirus. The spread of the virus across the UK is also expected to escalate in coming weeks, as too is the subsequent impact on the ability of UK businesses both large and small to ... As many of you are now aware, we are in truly unprecedented times with the continued rapid escalation of the Coronavirus. The spread of the virus across the UK is also expected to escalate in coming weeks, as too is the subsequent impact on the ability of UK businesses both large and small to ...

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Within London's Boroughs: Watermeadow Court Regeneration





The Grea ... The Coleman Group have been demolishing a housing estate in the London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham to make way for more housing opportunities in the local area. The project has taken nearly three years for different stages of the demolition process.The final demolition stage will be completed within a 2 month period and project director Jose Castro has been leading this project, alongside with site managers John Foster and Ian Crofts.The Grea ...

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The Coleman Group celebrates its 57th anniversary





The Coleman Group continues to explore how we can use technology to transform operations for the better. Safety, contro ... Today, 16th October 2019, marks our 57th anniversary as an independent family business. More than five decades later, the family values, together with a continued investment in our future innovation, technology and our people, ensure that The Coleman Group remains the contractor of choice for some of the biggest name in the industry.The Coleman Group continues to explore how we can use technology to transform operations for the better. Safety, contro ...

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St Helen’s gas holder: Coming to the end of the road





The site, on Navigation Road, St Helens, Merseyside, has been taken down as part of National Grid’s on-going nationwide gasholder dismantling programme. Gasholders are no longer required due to investments made to improve the national ne ... The Coleman Group are now at the ending stages of the site, as it went through stages of demolition to remove and treat any water from the gas holder, before removing the sludge and any other debris from inside.The site, on Navigation Road, St Helens, Merseyside, has been taken down as part of National Grid’s on-going nationwide gasholder dismantling programme. Gasholders are no longer required due to investments made to improve the national ne ...

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A step further for Sale’s gasholder in Manchester

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The gasholder in question was an ... This article will explain how far the project has come since the last time we wrote about Sale’s gas holder. To recap on the on the project, you can catch upThe nearly demolished gasholder located in Sale, Greater Manchester has nearly been demolished. The Coleman group have undertaken this challenging task by removing this gasholder which was built in 1945 and as part of the ‘Northern Cluster’.The gasholder in question was an ...

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Three things we do to maximise our plant investment





From our Brokk robotic demolition machines, to the Construction News award-winning Mega Muncher, a bespoke excavator built in collaboration with JCB, we’re always looki ... We believe an organisation is only as good as its people, which is why we place great emphasis on our family values and company culture. One of the most important ways we support our staff is by making sure they have the tools and resources to do their job safely and effectively.From our Brokk robotic demolition machines, to the Construction News award-winning Mega Muncher, a bespoke excavator built in collaboration with JCB, we’re always looki ...

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Coventry Point: Changing the city skyline for the better





Coventry City Council have deemed it a difficult structure to take down because of its unusual design - The structure is two towers connected by a glass wa ... Coventry Point is the biggest floor by floor demolition in the history of Coventry, The giant city centre tower block is set to be removed as part of a regeneration effort of Market Way and the surrounding areas. It will be set to be demolished in time for the city's year as City of Culture in 2021.Coventry City Council have deemed it a difficult structure to take down because of its unusual design - The structure is two towers connected by a glass wa ...

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Japan visit supported our digital demolition strategy





With visits to several cities and locations including factories, jobsites and equipment demos, the study tour offered a unique opportunity to look at different ways of working in a country which sets the standard for demolition and disaster response. The tour then finished with a works ... The Coleman Group joined industry colleagues from across Europe to visit Japan as part of a research and development study tour with the European Demolition Association.With visits to several cities and locations including factories, jobsites and equipment demos, the study tour offered a unique opportunity to look at different ways of working in a country which sets the standard for demolition and disaster response. The tour then finished with a works ...

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The Coleman Group nominated for two categories in World Demolition Awards





- Collaboration In Demolition Award

- Safety & Training Award



This year is the eleventh year of the major international event celebrating excellence and innovation within the demolition industry worldwide. The awards ceremony takes place in Boston, Massac ... The Coleman Group have been shortlisted for two categories that were submitted for the World Demolition Awards 2019. We have been shortlisted for the following categories:- Collaboration In Demolition Award- Safety & Training AwardThis year is the eleventh year of the major international event celebrating excellence and innovation within the demolition industry worldwide. The awards ceremony takes place in Boston, Massac ...

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Boxing match held in honour of lost son





Craig is a respected employee of The Coleman Group who is committed to improving his life and that of his family by working hard to climb the ladder over his 5-year career working with us.



Craig ... A boxing match has been dedicated and held to helping Craig Ensor having tragically lost his son Jordan Moazami to knife crime this year. The match was used to raise money for Craig and his family but to also help raise awareness for knife crime on the streets.Craig is a respected employee of The Coleman Group who is committed to improving his life and that of his family by working hard to climb the ladder over his 5-year career working with us.Craig ...

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Floor by floor: the power of Brokks





One of the best examples of this last point is our continued investment in Brok ... At The Coleman Group we’re committed to innovation. Innovation of processes, like our paperless HAZZAP platform for hazard inspection and reporting; innovation of facilities, like our demolition waste recycling facility at Great Barr – The Urban Quarry; and innovation in demolition and cutting equipment, to help deliver a better service and keep our people safe.One of the best examples of this last point is our continued investment in Brok ...

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A Feel Good Monday Story: The Coleman Group provides disability vehicle for father and his son





This also left him with cerebral blindness so he’s limited to what he can see and also suffers from epileptic fits. His condition can also be life limiting especially if he gets ill. Mostly confi ... We speak to Richard Nicholls, IT Specialist for The Coleman Group about his troubles with transport for his disabled son. Richards’s son Daniel, has Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy caused by Cerebral Atrophy caused by starvation of oxygen at birth.This also left him with cerebral blindness so he’s limited to what he can see and also suffers from epileptic fits. His condition can also be life limiting especially if he gets ill. Mostly confi ...

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Project and people focus is helping The Coleman Group back to profit





The contractor is expecting to return to profit in this financial year following a difficult trading period which saw the firm post a loss in the last financial year for only the second time in its 56-year history.



The closure of a loss-making recycling facility, a top ... A focus on people and innovation has helped The Coleman Group turn the corner as it marks the beginning of a new era with an emphasis on the founding business values of trust and respect.The contractor is expecting to return to profit in this financial year following a difficult trading period which saw the firm post a loss in the last financial year for only the second time in its 56-year history.The closure of a loss-making recycling facility, a top ...

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The next step for Sale’s gasholder in Manchester

Intro to the project



After an extensive and rigorous risk and environmental assessment, a now defunct gasholder located in Sale, Greater Manchester has begun to be dismantled. The Coleman group have undertaken this challenging task in removing this gasholder which was built in 1945 and was simply named “Gasholder No.5”.



Project Manager, Andy Crawford is spearheading the operation with fellow colleagues Chris Mann, Jemima Wong and Paul Cuth ... After an extensive and rigorous risk and environmental assessment, a now defunct gasholder located in Sale, Greater Manchester has begun to be dismantled. The Coleman group have undertaken this challenging task in removing this gasholder which was built in 1945 and was simply named “Gasholder No.5”.Project Manager, Andy Crawford is spearheading the operation with fellow colleagues Chris Mann, Jemima Wong and Paul Cuth ...

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The Coleman Group visits the Demo Expo 2019





The Coleman Groups very own Director, Mark Carless attended the expo and the NFDC regional meeting with fellow colleagues, representing the company’s own interest for future demolitions equipment and machinery.



Major manufacturers such as Hitachi ... The Demolition Expo was a huge display of demolition machines and equipment including high reach, excavators and skid steers. Visitors and company representatives also came to see the machines in action.The Coleman Groups very own Director, Mark Carless attended the expo and the NFDC regional meeting with fellow colleagues, representing the company’s own interest for future demolitions equipment and machinery.Major manufacturers such as Hitachi ...

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£100 MILLION UNIVERSITY WORK STARTS AS BULLDOZERS MOVE ONTO SPRINGFIELD BREWERY SITE

Work starts on new School of Architecture



Preparatory work has started on the University of Wolverhampton’s School of Architecture and the Built Environment at the £100m Springfield Campus.



Planning permission was granted in April and now specialist contractors have started work on site to prepare it for construction to start. The original scheme was altered after pre-construction works on the historic site discovered structures of ... Preparatory work has started on the University of Wolverhampton’s School of Architecture and the Built Environment at the £100m Springfield Campus.Planning permission was granted in April and now specialist contractors have started work on site to prepare it for construction to start. The original scheme was altered after pre-construction works on the historic site discovered structures of ...

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ASTON UNIVERSITY RECOGNITION FOR OUR STUDENT EMPLOYMENT SERVICES





As a company, we are proud to have been selected from 30 employers to be named as Aston University’s Student Employer of the Year 2018, and will now go forward into the regional judging stage to compete against employers chosen by other universities in the Midland ... The Coleman Group has scooped double success in the first stage of the Student Employee of the Year 2018 awards from NASES (National Association of Student Employment Services).As a company, we are proud to have been selected from 30 employers to be named as Aston University’s Student Employer of the Year 2018, and will now go forward into the regional judging stage to compete against employers chosen by other universities in the Midland ...

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LIVERPOOL SCHOOL BOY HELPS NATIONAL GRID SPREAD SITE SAFETY MESSAGE





Connor Prendergast, age 9, of St. Hugh's Catholic Primary School, won a competition run by National Grid to design a poster to promote site safety during its works to dismantle four unused gasholders on its site off Spofforth Road in Wavertree. His prize was to see his poster installed on the site gates along with a framed version ... A Liverpool primary school student got his reward today for helping National Grid spread their message about site safety.Connor Prendergast, age 9, of St. Hugh's Catholic Primary School, won a competition run by National Grid to design a poster to promote site safety during its works to dismantle four unused gasholders on its site off Spofforth Road in Wavertree. His prize was to see his poster installed on the site gates along with a framed version ...

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PLANT AND TRANSPORT INVESTMENT PLAN – OLD ASSET DISPOSAL





Our over-arching 5-year strategy is to have diverse modern fleet, compliant with emerging environmental legislation and capable of meeting the business needs of the future.



To part fund the investment we are selling the oldest items in the fleet.

If anyone is interested check out https:// ... I’m pleased to announce that The Coleman Group board have signed-off on a plant and transport investment plan for the next 12 months.Our over-arching 5-year strategy is to have diverse modern fleet, compliant with emerging environmental legislation and capable of meeting the business needs of the future.To part fund the investment we are selling the oldest items in the fleet.If anyone is interested check out https:// ...

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HELPING DELIVER PERSONALISED HEALTHCARE





It is a huge issue. In the UK one in six workers suffer from anxiety, depression or unmanageable stress and more than 18 million days are lost to sickness absence caused by mental health conditions each year. In total, it is estimated that ill health by employees costs the UK taxpayer £60 billion a year.



We, like any employer, have an obligation to c ... At The Coleman Group we understand the importance of mental and physical health in the workplace.It is a huge issue. In the UK one in six workers suffer from anxiety, depression or unmanageable stress and more than 18 million days are lost to sickness absence caused by mental health conditions each year. In total, it is estimated that ill health by employees costs the UK taxpayer £60 billion a year.We, like any employer, have an obligation to c ...

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS FROM AALBORG UNIVERSITY, DENMARK VISIT WAVERTREE GAS HOLDERS





Students Eline Øyri, Mikkel Jensen & Lise Sakariassen chose The Coleman Group to visit the Gas Holder site at Wavertree, to support their final dissertation.



Mikkel said, “The site visit has given us an insight into the structure and demolit ... We welcomed three international students, studying MSc Urban Design, from Aalborg University in Denmark, currently writing their final master thesis on the Transformation of Old Gas Holders.Students Eline Øyri, Mikkel Jensen & Lise Sakariassen chose The Coleman Group to visit the Gas Holder site at Wavertree, to support their final dissertation.Mikkel said, “The site visit has given us an insight into the structure and demolit ...

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BRINGING OUR PEOPLE CLOSER TOGETHER





To ensure that we bring everyone in the Coleman family together, we’ve been using Workplace by Facebook - a simple to ... We believe good communication is key to ensuring engagement across the workplace, whatever your industry. But with employees across four separate businesses which make up The Coleman Group, and with staff based on site, at home and at our head office in Birmingham, we understand the challenges of employee communication more than most.To ensure that we bring everyone in the Coleman family together, we’ve been using Workplace by Facebook - a simple to ...

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NUTRITION & HYDRATION WEEK 12-18TH MARCH 2018





The Coleman Group encourages the role of nutrition and hydration in maintaining the health and well-being of our employees.



Our employees have access to series of tools and tips on our internal Intranet platform, RewardMe, including a ‘Nourish Resource Pack’ which is a guide to pro ... Nutrition and Hydration Week aims to highlight, promote and celebrate improvements in the provision of nutrition and hydration locally, nationally and globally.The Coleman Group encourages the role of nutrition and hydration in maintaining the health and well-being of our employees.Our employees have access to series of tools and tips on our internal Intranet platform, RewardMe, including a ‘Nourish Resource Pack’ which is a guide to pro ... Hydrate for Health Tips

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WOMEN IN DEMOLITION: LESLEY MORRIS





Last time we focused on Jemima Wong, Environmental Manager for The Coleman Group. You can read her story



Now we turn to Lesley Morris, Finance Director & Company Secretary at The Coleman Group. This is her sto ... We’re running a series of mini profiles with employees from across The Coleman Group titled Women in Demolition – showcasing our commitment to diversity and highlighting the opportunities (and the challenges) for women in our industry.Last time we focused on Jemima Wong, Environmental Manager for The Coleman Group. You can read her story here Now we turn to Lesley Morris, Finance Director & Company Secretary at The Coleman Group. This is her sto ...

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THINKING OF PURSUING AN APPRENTICESHIP?







The demolition industry is full of varied and exciting job roles, how did you know which one was right for you?

At first, I wasn’t 100% sure which role was right for me, initially, I joined The Coleman Group as a demolition apprentice and worked my way around each ... As part of National Apprenticeship Week 2018 (5-9th March), we asked Jade Hailing, an Apprentice Quantity Surveyor with The Coleman Group, about her experiences to date.At first, I wasn’t 100% sure which role was right for me, initially, I joined The Coleman Group as a demolition apprentice and worked my way around each ...

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DIDCOT SECOND ANNIVERSARY STATEMENT





The team at Coleman & Company will be taking time out today to remember their colleagues. We remain committed to learning the lessons of February 23 2016, and reinforce our commitment to share those learnings with the families ... Our thoughts today on the second anniversary of the tragedy at Didcot Power Station are with Chris, John, Kenny and Mick, their families and all those who continue to suffer the pain and hurt from that horrendous day.The team at Coleman & Company will be taking time out today to remember their colleagues. We remain committed to learning the lessons of February 23 2016, and reinforce our commitment to share those learnings with the families ...

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DRIVING EFFICIENCIES THROUGH INNOVATION





Kirsty Howarth, Management Accountant for The Coleman Group, explains how our new company accounts system has created efficiencies and improved sustainability, including the introduction of new paperless processes.





The b ... Investing in innovation is one of our core values at The Coleman Group; innovation of processes, people, plant and technology in order to maintain our position as the contractor of choice for some of the biggest names in the industry.Kirsty Howarth, Management Accountant for The Coleman Group, explains how our new company accounts system has created efficiencies and improved sustainability, including the introduction of new paperless processes.The b ...

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Coleman Engineering Services - BSI Certification

ISO9001 (Quality);

ISO14001 (Environment);

OHSAS18001 (Health and Safety) and

PAS99 (Integrated management systems). Congratulations to Andre Jaarson – Technical Manager and his team at CES.



James Howard – Group MD, said “this is a great achievement and another positive step in our plan to have all Gro ... We’re proud to announce that Coleman Engineering Services (CES) have been recommended for certification by BSI for standards;Congratulations to Andre Jaarson – Technical Manager and his team at CES.James Howard – Group MD, said “this is a great achievement and another positive step in our plan to have all Gro ...

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WOMEN IN DEMOLITION: JEMIMA WONG



This time we are focusing on Jemima Wong, Environmental Manager for The Coleman Group.



Beating off stiff competition

I joined The Coleman Group as Environmental Manager around 18 months ago. Prior to that I had spent ten years in proposal manageme ... In this series of mini profiles with employees from across The Coleman Group, we are showcasing our commitment to diversity and highlighting the opportunities (and the challenges) for women in our industry.This time we are focusing on Jemima Wong, Environmental Manager for The Coleman Group.I joined The Coleman Group as Environmental Manager around 18 months ago. Prior to that I had spent ten years in proposal manageme ...

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David Coleman – Retires After 55 Years





David joined Coleman & Company in 1962 straight from school, the year it was incorporated, becoming a shareholder in 1966, Managing Director in 1984 and Group Chairman in 2010.



During his career David has been a hugely influential figure in the demolition and recycling industry as regional Chairman of the National Federation ... The Coleman Group today announces that David Coleman is retiring as Chairman after 55 years with the company.David joined Coleman & Company in 1962 straight from school, the year it was incorporated, becoming a shareholder in 1966, Managing Director in 1984 and Group Chairman in 2010.During his career David has been a hugely influential figure in the demolition and recycling industry as regional Chairman of the National Federation ...

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DIDCOT - INQUEST UPDATE

Statement from James Howard, Director, Coleman & Company



We have heard today from Thames Valley Police, at a briefing to the Oxfordshire Senior Coroner, the current status of their investigation into the deaths of our 4 colleagues at Didcot Power Station in February 2016.



Before I comment on the statement read out by the Police –



I want to take a moment to say again to the families of our deceased colleagues how deeply sorry we ... We have heard today from Thames Valley Police, at a briefing to the Oxfordshire Senior Coroner, the current status of their investigation into the deaths of our 4 colleagues at Didcot Power Station in February 2016.Before I comment on the statement read out by the Police –I want to take a moment to say again to the families of our deceased colleagues how deeply sorry we ...

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SUPPORTING OUR STAFF WITH THE HELP OF CIOB





The Training Partnership is a service offered by the The Coleman Group is delighted to say that we have entered into a Training Partnership with the CIOB (Chartered Institute of Building) to support the continued development of our staff – with some exciting plans to further develop the initiative.The Training Partnership is a service offered by the CIOB , the professional body that represents construction and property professionals, to help the creation of a bespoke training, learning and develop ...

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E-LEARNING. ANYTIME. ANYWHERE.





We’re also committed to innovation – from the most advanced demolition techniques and equipment, to innovative software, solutions and technologies that enab ... At The Coleman Group, we’re proud to invest in our people. We recognise that great people are the foundation of any successful business and we have worked hard to develop a structured programme to map competencies, develop careers and nurture talent across our businesses.We’re also committed to innovation – from the most advanced demolition techniques and equipment, to innovative software, solutions and technologies that enab ...

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JEMIMA WONG – INTERNAL AUDITOR FOR INTEGRATED MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS





Jemima achieved her competent status in October 2017, having being mentored by Gerrard Associates over the past 18 months.



Lesley Quinn - Group Compliance Manager said: “It was agreed with Jemima that both she and The Coleman Group would benefit from training and co ... Jemima Wong an Environmental Manager at The Coleman Group, has recently become an competent internal auditor of ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001 and PAS 99 Integrated Managements Systems.Jemima achieved her competent status in October 2017, having being mentored by Gerrard Associates over the past 18 months.Lesley Quinn - Group Compliance Manager said: “It was agreed with Jemima that both she and The Coleman Group would benefit from training and co ...

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ACHIEVING THE STANDARD – OUR CERTIFICATION OF CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT





For any organisation, including those in the construction and demolition industries, it is crucial evidence of continuous improvement and of that company’s commitment to Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental standards. It is also independent confirmation that the relevant management systems are up to ... Demonstrating compliance with internationally recognised standards to achieve certification is much more than just a box-ticking exercise.For any organisation, including those in the construction and demolition industries, it is crucial evidence of continuous improvement and of that company’s commitment to Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental standards. It is also independent confirmation that the relevant management systems are up to ...

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GLOBAL RECOGNITION FOR WATERLOO PROJECT





Bringing together all expertise from across The Coleman Group, the Waterloo project included strip out and structural alterations to help bring the former Eurostar terminal back into use, within some of the most challenging site restrictions we have ever encountered.

After r ... The Coleman Group is proud to have been awarded a prestigious World Demolition Award , recognising the success of our complex demolition project at Waterloo International Terminal.Bringing together all expertise from across The Coleman Group, the Waterloo project included strip out and structural alterations to help bring the former Eurostar terminal back into use, within some of the most challenging site restrictions we have ever encountered.After r ...

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THE COLEMAN GROUP SHORTLISTED FOR THE CONSTRUCTION NEWS SPECIALISTS AWARDS 2018





We are proud to have been shortlisted for the Project of the Year by a Specialist Contractor category, for the work undertaken as par ... The Coleman Group has been selected by the judges as a finalist in the ‘Project of the Year by a Specialist Contractor’ and ‘Training Excellence’ categories at the 2018 Construction News Specialists Awards, the only national awards that recognise the best specialist contractors from across the UK.We are proud to have been shortlisted for thecategory, for the work undertaken as par ...

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STECHFORD FOODBANK GROWS FRESH VEG WITH SUPPORT FROM THE COLEMAN GROUP





Under the guidance of the RHS’s ‘It’s Your Neighbourhood’ scheme, which is part of Britain In Bloom, volunteers from the local commu ... Stechford Foodbank, which is housed inside a cabin donated by the Coleman family in 2014, has started providing freshly grown vegetables to local families in crisis - all thanks to a grassroots community gardening project by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) with support from The Coleman Group.Under the guidance of the RHS’s ‘It’s Your Neighbourhood’ scheme, which is part of Britain In Bloom, volunteers from the local commu ...

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THE COLEMAN GROUP – 55 YEARS AND COUNTING





We will kick off our celebration ... Today, 16th October 2017, marks our 55th anniversary as an independent family business. More than five decades later, the family values, together with a continued investment in innovation, facilities and our people, ensure that The Coleman Group remains the contractor of choice for some of the biggest name in the industry. We will celebrate our anniversary across all sites with our most values asset – our people.We will kick off our celebration ...

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BEING MINDFUL OF MINDFULNESS



Many of us experience mental health and stressful or transitional points in our lives, which can affect our wellbeing.

By coming together on this day, we can break the silence that often surrounds mental health and create awareness that talking about this once taboo issue does not need to be so difficult.



In addition to stat ... World Mental Health Day is recognised on 10th October every year. This year the focus is on mental health in the workplace.Many of us experience mental health and stressful or transitional points in our lives, which can affect our wellbeing.By coming together on this day, we can break the silence that often surrounds mental health and create awareness that talking about this once taboo issue does not need to be so difficult.In addition to stat ...

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WATERLOO PROJECT NOMINATED FOR WORLD DEMOLITION AWARD





Our team has recently finished on site at Waterloo, where they have successfully completed partial demolition of the old Eurostar Terminal, within a scope of works which also included internal structural alterati ... Coleman & Company is proud to have been shortlisted for the Civils Demolition category at the prestigious World Demolition Awards 2017, for work undertaken as part of the £600million redevelopment of Waterloo International Terminal.Our team has recently finished on site at Waterloo, where they have successfully completed partial demolition of the old Eurostar Terminal, within a scope of works which also included internal structural alterati ...

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HEALTH, FITNESS AND WELLBEING AT THE COLEMAN GROUP





Forming part of The Coleman Group’s people strategy, Coleman & Me, team members from across the business now have access to personal ... Health and Wellbeing was high on the agenda at our recent strategy day and as a result, we’re proud to tell you about the launch of our new personal development initiative aimed at encouraging employees to exercise, make healthy eating choices and talk openly about mental health and lifestyle challenges.Forming part of The Coleman Group’s people strategy, Coleman & Me, team members from across the business now have access to personal ...

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THE COLEMAN GROUP EXHIBITING AT CONTAMINATION EXPO SERIES





Come and see our team on Stand C6150 at Europe’s leading event for contamination professionals, where leading industry names will be showcasing the latest in modern strategies, techniques and technologies. We’re exhibiting as part of the ... Around 2,500 contamination professionals will pack out London’s ExCeL for the Contamination Expo Series on September 27th and 28th – and The Coleman Group will be amongst the exhibitors.Come and see our team on Stand C6150 at Europe’s leading event for contamination professionals, where leading industry names will be showcasing the latest in modern strategies, techniques and technologies. We’re exhibiting as part of the ...

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RECOGNISING EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT





Ever since the company was first incorporated by John and Norah Coleman in 1962, The Coleman Group has put its people first. We’re proud of our culture and of our family values, which remain at the heart of everything we do.



This nomin ... The Coleman Group is delighted to have been shortlisted for the ‘Most Unique Company Benefits’ category in the prestigious Engagement Excellence Awards, which celebrate the best in employee engagement.Ever since the company was first incorporated by John and Norah Coleman in 1962, The Coleman Group has put its people first. We’re proud of our culture and of our family values, which remain at the heart of everything we do.This nomin ...

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INTERVIEW: MARK COLEMAN - BIM IN THE DEMOLITION INDUSTRY





What are the main benefits of BIM for demolition and structural alteration work?

At The Coleman Group, we use 3D BIM for structural analysis and design, and 4D BIM to plan and programme. A BIM model helps us understand the impact of removing structural elements, what k ... BIM+ talks to Mark Coleman, managing director of The Coleman Group and deputy chairman of the CIOB’s Birmingham Hub, about how BIM can make a difference on demolition projects.At The Coleman Group, we use 3D BIM for structural analysis and design, and 4D BIM to plan and programme. A BIM model helps us understand the impact of removing structural elements, what k ...

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STRATEGIES FOR CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT





That’s why each subsidiary and department across The Coleman Group recently held its own strategy day, focusing on business strategy, development and ways to im ... Like any sector, continuous improvement is essential in the demolition and construction industries and we are committed to continuously innovating, improving and developing in order to maintain our position as the contractor of choice for some of the biggest names in the industry.That’s why each subsidiary and department across The Coleman Group recently held its own strategy day, focusing on business strategy, development and ways to im ...

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COLEMAN & COMPANY KICKS OFF UCB PHASE 2





After months of project planning, our team has now started on site in Birmingham’s famous Jewellery Quarter, where works will include the partial demolition of 9 Charlotte Street and 12 George Street, formerly James Cond printers. ... Coleman & Company is delighted to be starting work on a major new project in Birmingham this week, as part of the next phase of University College of Birmingham’s (UCB) £90million campus redevelopment.After months of project planning, our team has now started on site in Birmingham’s famous Jewellery Quarter, where works will include the partial demolition of 9 Charlotte Street and 12 George Street, formerly James Cond printers. ...

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COLEMAN & COMPANY HELPS PRESERVE A PIECE OF WOLVERHAMPTON HISTORY





Built in 1902 and dramatically extended in the 1970s to accommodate a busy bus garage, Cleveland Road Tramway Depot in Wolverhampton, has been demolished as part of the city’s expansive urban redevelopment prog ... The Coleman & Company team has once again demonstrated its recovery and restoration expertise by carefully removing, preserving and transporting a historic frieze and coat of arms from an Edwardian tram garage in Wolverhampton.Built in 1902 and dramatically extended in the 1970s to accommodate a busy bus garage, Cleveland Road Tramway Depot in Wolverhampton, has been demolished as part of the city’s expansive urban redevelopment prog ... Coleman & Company Helps Preserve a Piece of Wolverhampton History from The Coleman Group on Vimeo.

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WOMEN IN DEMOLITION: JOANNE SULLIVAN





We’re running a series of mini profiles with employees from across The Coleman Group titled Women in Demolition – showcasing our commitment to diversity and highlighting the opportunities (and the challenges) for women in our industry.

Here we focus on Joanne Sullivan, who was recently promoted to Corporate Social Responsibili ... We are proud to demonstrate diversity across The Coleman Group workforce and to showcase our commitment to people.We’re running a series of mini profiles with employees from across The Coleman Group titled Women in Demolition – showcasing our commitment to diversity and highlighting the opportunities (and the challenges) for women in our industry.Here we focus on, who was recently promoted to Corporate Social Responsibili ...

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NEW BOARD APPOINTMENTS FOR THE COLEMAN GROUP

The Coleman Group, a top ten contractor which brings together award-winning specialists in the field of demolition, remediation, specialist cutting and engineering, is delighted to announce changes to its Senior Leadership Team, including a series of new appointments from within the existing team.

The appointments will help shape the future direction of the Group and its subsidiary companies Coleman & Company, Coleman Remediation Services, Coleman ... he Coleman Group, a top ten contractor which brings together award-winning specialists in the field of demolition, remediation, specialist cutting and engineering, is delighted to announce changes to its Senior Leadership Team, including a series of new appointments from within the existing team.The appointments will help shape the future direction of the Group and its subsidiary companies Coleman & Company, Coleman Remediation Services, Coleman ...

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AIMING HIGHER: CLIMBING THE LADDER AT COLEMAN & COMPANY



It’s important to us that our staff are given the resources and feel empowered enough to take charge of their own career pathway, whether that’s working closely with senior team members, asking for training or grabbing a promotion opportunity with both hands. And we’re pleased to say that there are people t ... Coleman & Company is committed to the continued development of its people, wherever they work and whatever role they fulfil.It’s important to us that our staff are given the resources and feel empowered enough to take charge of their own career pathway, whether that’s working closely with senior team members, asking for training or grabbing a promotion opportunity with both hands. And we’re pleased to say that there are people t ...

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THE COLEMAN GROUP NAMED ONE OF UK’S ‘MOST HIGH GROWTH POTENTIAL COMPANIES’





The annual report, which is collated by the London Stock Exchange Group and now in its fourth year, identifies the UK’s ‘most dynamic SMEs and high growth potential companies’ – and we couldn’t be any more proud to be included.



As well as ident ... The Coleman Group is delighted to have been named in the latest edition of 1,000 Companies to Inspire Britain, an annual report which highlights the best of British small business.The annual report, which is collated by the London Stock Exchange Group and now in its fourth year, identifies the UK’s ‘most dynamic SMEs and high growth potential companies’ – and we couldn’t be any more proud to be included.As well as ident ...

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CELEBRATING THE SUCCESS OF THE FIRST COLEMAN GROUP SEMINAR





The CPD accredited event was the first in a series of free seminars from The Coleman Group focusing on key industry issues and innovations, and the feedback has been unanimously positive.



Led by Mark Coleman, Group Managing Direct ... We were delighted to be joined by colleagues, clients and partners from across the industry for our first breakfast seminar in Birmingham, showcasing industry best practice alongside our own technical innovation and expertise.The CPD accredited event was the first in a series of free seminars from The Coleman Group focusing on key industry issues and innovations, and the feedback has been unanimously positive.Led by Mark Coleman, Group Managing Direct ...

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FANTASTIC FEEDBACK AT WATERLOO





Coleman & Company, Coleman Remediation Services, Coleman & Company Spe ... With all four Coleman Group businesses working side-by-side on the high profile project to redevelop the derelict Waterloo International Terminal, it is one of the most complex and comprehensive projects we have ever worked on. So it gives us great pleasure to be able to report a stream of positive feedback in recognition for the fantastic work being done by our site teams.Coleman & Company, Coleman Remediation Services, Coleman & Company Spe ...

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TIME TO ACT ON MENTAL HEALTH

By Mark Coleman, Managing Director, The Coleman Group



I’ve been reflecting on the Mind Matters campaign that Construction News is running to raise awareness of mental health matters in the sector. (For more information, see here:

It is an important campaign that our industry should act on, because the costs of failure are stark.



On a human level, depression, stress and suicide ... I’ve been reflecting on the Mind Matters campaign that Construction News is running to raise awareness of mental health matters in the sector. (For more information, see here: https://www.constructionnews.co.uk/best-practice/mind-matters ).It is an important campaign that our industry should act on, because the costs of failure are stark.On a human level, depression, stress and suicide ...

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CONTRACTOR'S HEALTH AND SAFETY AWARD - WESTGATE SHOPPING CENTRE

The Coleman Group is pleased to have completed our part in the major redevelopment of the Westgate Shopping Centre in Oxford city centre, set to open its doors this autumn. And even more pleasing is the way in which our commitment to health and safety shone through, after we were awarded a Contractor’s Health and Safety Award by principal contractor Laing O’Rourke.



Complete Group Solution

The shopping mall is being transformed into an 800, ... The Coleman Group is pleased to have completed our part in the major redevelopment of the Westgate Shopping Centre in Oxford city centre, set to open its doors this autumn. And even more pleasing is the way in which our commitment to health and safety shone through, after we were awarded a Contractor’s Health and Safety Award by principal contractor Laing O’Rourke.The shopping mall is being transformed into an 800, ...

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FROM CONCEPT TO COMPLETION – JOIN US FOR THE FIRST COLEMAN GROUP SEMINAR





Now we’re sharing those learnings with our colleagues across the industry.Join us on 15th May at IET: Austin Court in Birmingham for the first in a new series of breakfast seminars from The Co ... In recent years we have gained experience working on some of the UK’s most high profile projects. The valuable insights gained by our teams have enabled us to develop our business, improve our safety processes and deliver a better service for clients.Now we’re sharing those learnings with our colleagues across the industry.Join us on 15th May at IET: Austin Court in Birmingham for the first in a new series of breakfast seminars from The Co ...

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300 HOURS OF TRAINING AND COUNTING





Like all companies within the Coleman Group, we’re committed to empowering our people to take charge of their own learning, development and career path. It doesn’t matter what role you do, whether you ha ... Last year, Coleman Remediation Services delivered on its promise of further investment into our already comprehensive training programme; bringing the opportunity of new skills and refresher courses to all our staff throughout the company.Like all companies within the Coleman Group, we’re committed to empowering our people to take charge of their own learning, development and career path. It doesn’t matter what role you do, whether you ha ...

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STEWART GRAVENOR APPOINTED OPERATIONS DIRECTOR OF COLEMAN REMEDIATION SERVICES





CRS was marked by poor performance, significant losses and low client satisfaction when Stewart took operational control in 2015. He realigned the business with core The Coleman Grou ... The Coleman Group has appointed Stewart Gravenor as Operations Director for Coleman Remediation Services Limited (CRS). Stewart will officially take up his post on March 1, having spent the last two years successfully turning the business around.CRS was marked by poor performance, significant losses and low client satisfaction when Stewart took operational control in 2015. He realigned the business with core The Coleman Grou ...

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COLEMAN ENGINEERING SERVICES EMBRACES BIM







What is BIM?



In short, BIM is an information-rich software tool used in place of traditional building design methods such as pencil ... Building Information Modelling (BIM) is becoming common place across all Government funded construction projects. This means, under standardised BIM best practice, all construction professionals involved in the creation of publicly-funded developments will work with, and from, BIM as a central hub for sharing information.In short, BIM is an information-rich software tool used in place of traditional building design methods such as pencil ...

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COLEMAN & COMPANY APPOINTED FOR WOLVERHAMPTON BUS DEPOT DEMOLITION





The old bus depot is on the same site as the former Wolverhampton Royal Hospital, where Coleman & Company has already completed a successful project to demolish redundant structures and carry out decontamination of the Grade II listed hospital building. You can view a case study of the original p ... The Coleman & Company team is pleased to be back in Wolverhampton as we prepare to start work on the demolition of the city’s former bus depot.The old bus depot is on the same site as the former Wolverhampton Royal Hospital, where Coleman & Company has already completed a successful project to demolish redundant structures and carry out decontamination of the Grade II listed hospital building. You can view a case study of the original p ...

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LEARNING LESSONS AT SOUTHALL GASWORKS





Led by We were delighted when a group of aspiring Mechanical Engineers from Southall Community College put on their PPE to experience a busy Coleman & Company site last year.Led by National Grid with support from Local Dialogue as part of its ongoing CSR programme, the event saw seven students and a lecturer from the college visit the former Southall Gasworks, where Coleman & Company is using all of our extensive experience in gas holder dismantling ...

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SHARING BEST PRACTICE





We can all improve by collaborating with others. And it seems we’re not the only ones that believe in sharing experiences as we were delighted to welcome Lewis Sheen from One of the best things about being at the forefront of the demolition industry is that we get to work with (and learn from) some of the biggest, best and most innovative companies operating across all aspects of the built environment.We can all improve by collaborating with others. And it seems we’re not the only ones that believe in sharing experiences as we were delighted to welcome Lewis Sheen from Skanska , a world-leading project developmen ...

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A COMPLEX REMEDIATION SCHEME FOR PREMIER FINISHES





Working under the watchful eye of environmental consultant, Delta Simons, the CRS team has been tasked with tackling the source contamination and addressing the residual contamination caused by the former paint varnish and lacquer facility.



This mu ... Coleman Remediation Services (CRS) is delighted to have been appointed by Berkeley DeVeer to deliver a robust and highly complex scheme of remediation at the former Premier Finishes site in Kettering.Working under the watchful eye of environmental consultant, Delta Simons, the CRS team has been tasked with tackling the source contamination and addressing the residual contamination caused by the former paint varnish and lacquer facility.This mu ...

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SUPPORTING COMMUNITIES NEAR AND FAR





From skydives to bake sales, our dedicated teams are more than willing to go that extra mile to support a good cause and we are the proud sponsors of a number of local sports clubs and community initiatives, including local youth football teams and a major improvement project in Dartmouth Park, close to our Shady Lane HQ.



Some ... Here at The Coleman Group, supporting communities as well as local and national charities is an important part of our culture.From skydives to bake sales, our dedicated teams are more than willing to go that extra mile to support a good cause and we are the proud sponsors of a number of local sports clubs and community initiatives, including local youth football teams and a major improvement project in Dartmouth Park, close to our Shady Lane HQ.Some ...

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COLEMAN & ME: SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE





As part of this growth, we launched a new people strategy in 2015 – a new way of doing things as we moved from an SME into a major player on the world demolition stage. The most important ... The Coleman Group is a family business, which has been run by three generations of the Coleman family over more than 50 years. The business and reputation may have grown in that time, but the family values instilled by John and Norah Coleman remain to this day.As part of this growth, we launched a new people strategy in 2015 – a new way of doing things as we moved from an SME into a major player on the world demolition stage. The most important ...

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THERE’S ALWAYS ROOM FOR (PROCESS) IMPROVEMENT





As part of this, The Coleman Group has undertaken a rigorous Group-wide audit of systems ... As a demolition company, you cannot underestimate the importance of rigid systems and processes. From fundamental health and safety legislation, to complex management systems, it is vital that all processes are documented, communicated and – most importantly – complied with. They must also be reviewed regularly to enable continuous improvement.As part of this, The Coleman Group has undertaken a rigorous Group-wide audit of systems ...

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FORS SILVER: WHAT DOES IT MEAN?





SILVER accreditation is awarded to operators who maintain their Bronze accreditation and are able to demonstrate that they have developed driver licencing verifi ... As you may have read at the time, The Coleman Group is proud to have achieved SILVER accreditation from the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS), a voluntary accreditation scheme which encompasses all aspects of safety, fuel efficiency, vehicle emissions and improved operations.SILVER accreditation is awarded to operators who maintain their Bronze accreditation and are able to demonstrate that they have developed driver licencing verifi ...

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We Will Never Forget – Didcot 4

With the recovery of John Shaw earlier today, the last remaining colleague to be found in the debris of the Boiler House that prematurely collapsed on the 23rd February, everyone at Coleman & Company is reflecting on the terrible incident which claimed the lives of four friends and colleagues, Mick Collings, Chris Huxtable, Kenny Cresswell and John Shaw.



Mark Coleman – Managing Director said “for the families, the loss ... With the recovery of John Shaw earlier today, the last remaining colleague to be found in the debris of the Boiler House that prematurely collapsed on the 23rd February, everyone at Coleman & Company is reflecting on the terrible incident which claimed the lives of four friends and colleagues, Mick Collings, Chris Huxtable, Kenny Cresswell and John Shaw.said “for the families, the loss ...

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Well Done James…





We are proud to say that James has successfully completed his NVQ programme, passing his level 3 NVQ Demolition Supervisor Card.



Congratulations James, well done…. James Skyrme joined Coleman & Company in 2009 at the start of the Birmingham New Street redevelopment. Since then he’s continued to work on a number of projects more recently at Waterloo International Terminal.We are proud to say that James has successfully completed his NVQ programme, passing his level 3 NVQ Demolition Supervisor Card.Congratulations James, well done….

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FORS Silver Accreditation





Silver accreditation is awarded to operators who maintain their Bronze accreditation and are able to demonstrate that they have developed driver licencing verification systems, their vehicles over 3.5 tonnes are equipped with a left turn audible warning system and their vehicles are fitted with blind spot minimsa ... We are very proud to announce that the Transport Department of The Coleman Group have been accredited with “FORS Silver”.Silver accreditation is awarded to operators who maintain their Bronze accreditation and are able to demonstrate that they have developed driver licencing verification systems, their vehicles over 3.5 tonnes are equipped with a left turn audible warning system and their vehicles are fitted with blind spot minimsa ...

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Redevelopment of Waterloo International Station





The full force of the Coleman Group will be deployed on this exciting high profile project, we are working with Coleman Demolition, Engineering and Specialist Cutting to carry out comp ... We are very proud to announce we have now started work on the redevelopment of Waterloo International Train Station, London. To have been selected by Skanska and Network Rail for this prestigious contract is a true testament to the quality service that we provide.The full force of the Coleman Group will be deployed on this exciting high profile project, we are working with Coleman Demolition, Engineering and Specialist Cutting to carry out comp ...

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Considerate Constructors Award





Project Manager Paul Mayo received the award on behalf of the Directors, who are currently dealing with the recovery of colleagues at Didcot. The award recognised the excellent work undertaken in demolishing a redundant gas holder site in Walsall for National Grid Property.



Mark Coleman, Managing Director, has thanked everyone involved and recogni ... Coleman & Company has received “Considerate Constructors” recognition at the 2016 awards.Project Manager Paul Mayo received the award on behalf of the Directors, who are currently dealing with the recovery of colleagues at Didcot. The award recognised the excellent work undertaken in demolishing a redundant gas holder site in Walsall for National Grid Property.Mark Coleman, Managing Director, has thanked everyone involved and recogni ...

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Welcome back: Anthony Bates

SITE OPERATIVE RETURNING TO WORK



We are delighted that Anthony has returned to work having been off for 8 months to have treatment for cancer of the voice box. Anthony says:



“I received great support from the nurses for my care as well as advice from dieticians and physiotherapists to get me going, and now I’m really happy to be working again”. “Coleman & Company were always there for me. They really couldn’t h ... We are delighted that Anthony has returned to work having been off for 8 months to have treatment for cancer of the voice box. Anthony says:“I received great support from the nurses for my care as well as advice from dieticians and physiotherapists to get me going, and now I’m really happy to be working again”. “Coleman & Company were always there for me. They really couldn’t h ...

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International Workers Memorial Day





The Board of Directors invite you to join with them today at 16.04 in a 2 minute silence to remember our friends and colleagues, Mick Collings, Kenny Cresswell, Chris Huxtable and John Shaw. ... International Workers Memorial Day takes place each year on the 28th April to remember workers who have lost their lives at work. This year there is a special significance as we all come to terms with the tragic events of the fatal incident at Didcot.The Board of Directors invite you to join with them today at 16.04 in a 2 minute silence to remember our friends and colleagues, Mick Collings, Kenny Cresswell, Chris Huxtable and John Shaw. ...

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Welcome to: Megan Walker





Megan said: “When the opportunity at Coleman’s came, I w ... Megan joined in March to work with Joanne Barton, Group HR & Training Manager on delivering our People Plan, with a specific focus on training and development. She is an HR specialist with a degree in Human Psychology from Aston University, and has recently been working for Midland Mencap where she was responsible for training and HR issues for around 250 staff.Megan said: “When the opportunity at Coleman’s came, I w ...

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R.I.P John O'Grady





John was a long-standing employee of Coleman & Company and spent 34 years at the company.



Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this sad time. It is with great regret to inform you that unfortunately, John O’Grady sadly passed away on New Years Eve.John was a long-standing employee of Coleman & Company and spent 34 years at the company.Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this sad time.

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The Coleman Group launches its in house remediation company – Coleman Remediation Services Ltd

Over recent years The Coleman Group has strategically diversified its offering, to provide a wider range of specialist in house services. It is our clear intention to provide better integration between related activities both on and off site. This allows our Clients to contract with one entity that can cater for their needs in the early stages of a project. Typically our projects are of a high profile complex nature for Blue Chip Clients, high profile ...

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Environmental Manager Supports Further Development of Remediation Service, Eneotech

As part of the HSEQ (Health, Safety, Environment and Quality) department here at Coleman & Company, Jemima Wong joined the company in August this year. Jemima’s undergraduate degree in Geography from the University of Birmingham and MSc in Environmental Management from Sheffield Hallam University compliments her ten years plus experience in the environmental and demolition industry. With such skills, experience, and enthusiasm for the indust ...

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Donation to School; Iceland Power Station Expedition





Students from years 11 to 13 will be visiting the Hellisheidi Power Station, South Iceland to witness first hand geothermal activity as a reliable energy source. The visit will also include a Northern Lights and ‘Golden Circle’ to ... Nine students from Great Barr School , Birmingham, are travelling to Iceland in February 2016 for a 4 day expedition in connection with their S.T.E.M (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) curriculum studies.Students from years 11 to 13 will be visiting the Hellisheidi Power Station, South Iceland to witness first hand geothermal activity as a reliable energy source. The visit will also include a Northern Lights and ‘Golden Circle’ to ...

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World Demolition Award; Project of the Year Birmingham New Street





From the international event, New Street on its own took home three awards. The World Demolition Award as voted for by the judging panel for the Birmingham City Centre demolition contract, Co ... Coleman & Company colleagues have finally come back down to earth! After such great success at the World Demolition Awards (WDA), Birmingham New Street Project Manager, Stephen Upton, has had chance to reflect on the recent win and achievement for the company.From the international event, New Street on its own took home three awards. The World Demolition Award as voted for by the judging panel for the Birmingham City Centre demolition contract, Co ...

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From 95 Metres To Concrete Slab; Battersea Gas Holders Are No More!





Working with our client, National Grid, completing these demolition works within this urban, city centre location has been no easy task. The final stage of the Battersea g ... When arriving to the Battersea area of South West London, you’d be mistaken to rely on the gas holders as a landmark for navigation purposes. All four of the huge cylindrical gas holders have now been dismantled by Coleman & Company using a variety of demolition techniques.Working with our client, National Grid, completing these demolition works within this urban, city centre location has been no easy task. The final stage of the Battersea g ...

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World Demolition Awards; Congratulations to All!





Coleman & Company entered eleven categories at the WDAs and were successful in three areas where awards h ... After the incredibly successful World Demolition Awards (WDAs) ceremony held in Amsterdam on Friday evening, it’s only now that colleagues at Coleman & Company have began to let the good news sink in! Up against strong competition from UK and international demolition contractors makes us appreciate our overall success and achievement.Coleman & Company entered eleven categories at the WDAs and were successful in three areas where awards h ...

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World Demolition Summit and Awards; Success for Coleman & Company!





The competition was tough as ever this year, with a wide variety of extremely impressive projects showcased. According to summit and awards organiser, Lindsay Gale, the highest amou ... Last night, Coleman & Company achieved international success at the World Demolition Awards held in Amsterdam. Now in its 7th year, this annual event is recognised as the global benchmark for our industry with 240+ delegates, representing 98 companies from 22 countries.The competition was tough as ever this year, with a wide variety of extremely impressive projects showcased. According to summit and awards organiser, Lindsay Gale, the highest amou ...

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Coleman & Company Quarry; It’s Been A Busy October!





Supervising a close knit team, daily tasks for Adam and his four colleagues are the crushing and screeni ... Ten months after Quarry Site Manager Graham Smith retired, Adam Edwards is doing a sterling job within the Site Supervisor position. At 24 years old, Adam is supervising Coleman & Company’s busy quarry in Meriden, on the outskirts of Birmingham. A vital resource which processes materials removed from current Coleman demolition sites.Supervising a close knit team, daily tasks for Adam and his four colleagues are the crushing and screeni ...

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Construction News Awards 2016 Finalist; Further Award Success for Coleman & Company

Construction News Specialists Awards, 2016.



We have been shortlisted for two awards, Demolition Specialist of the Year and Project of the Year (subcontract over £2M) for the Birmingham Gateway Project, the demolition works that we completed at Birmingham New Street train station.



The second phase of awa ... In addition to the successful short list of the World Demolition Awards, Coleman & Company are proud to confirm further award success with theWe have been shortlisted for two awards,andfor the Birmingham Gateway Project, the demolition works that we completed at Birmingham New Street train station.The second phase of awa ...

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World Demolition Awards; Shortlist Success!

Coleman & Company have been shortlisted for all nine categories that we submitted for the World Demolition Awards. We are also included in a further two awards with JCB for the JCB 190 used on the Birmingham New Street demolition contract and with Liebherr for our recent investment in a variety of plant currently in operation at our industrial demolition contract at Didcot A Power Station. Both of these awards are shortlisted for the Manufacturers ...

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Retail Demolition of Mere Green Shopping District; The End of an Era!





Over the years there have been several hurdles to overcome, such as planning agreements and development plans fal ... For the last 8 years, the retail development of Mere Green in Sutton Coldfield has been closed for business, boarded up and waiting for developers to move in and take over. The appearance of the empty shops and retail unit has tarnished the ambience of the area, which is located only a few miles away from Coleman & Company head office.Over the years there have been several hurdles to overcome, such as planning agreements and development plans fal ...

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Grade II Listed Victorian Building; Demolition in Birmingham's Business District





Located in ... For 20 weeks, Site Supervisor Gary Bracebridge and Project Manager, Stephen Upton, together with a team of Coleman & Company site operatives have worked tirelessly on 55 Colmore Row, Birmingham. With a Grade II listed Victorian terrace façade to remain pristine and a Grade II listed 19th century banking hall to preserve, it was essential that this complex demolition contract was managed with skilled, expert and experienced staff.Located in ...

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Airport Demolition; A Flying Success!





Hangar 1 was originally used to repair and store any damaged planes after flights and was located just 3 metres from the busy airside operations road and only 15 metres away from aircraft stand for private and military aircraft. As a result of the location and its surroundings, it was essential that considerable care was taken ... Last month saw an end to the 19 week specialist demolition contract to dismantle Hangar 1 at Birmingham International Airport.Hangar 1 was originally used to repair and store any damaged planes after flights and was located just 3 metres from the busy airside operations road and only 15 metres away from aircraft stand for private and military aircraft. As a result of the location and its surroundings, it was essential that considerable care was taken ...

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New Staff Employed at Head Office





Bryan Bradshaw (left image) - Health and Safety Manager



With 5 years experience in demolition and several years in consultancy and training prior to that, Coleman & Company ... As the quality of specialist decommissioning contracts increases, employees with expert skills at Coleman & Company needs to continue increasing too. Three new employees have recently joined the team at Coleman’s. Welcome to the team! Here they are introduced:(left image) - Health and Safety ManagerWith 5 years experience in demolition and several years in consultancy and training prior to that, Coleman & Company ...

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Coleman & Company Have Landed; Airside Hangar Will Not Be Left Hanging!





Twelve weeks into the contract, Coleman & Company employees are working hard to dismantle the Airside Hangar Unit. The Hangar Unit was previously used to store and repair planes after flights using Birmingham International Airport.



Located within 15 metres of aircraft and within 3 metres of operational airport traffic, Coleman’s employees have been using a variety of demolition ... The demolition contract at Birmingham Airport is progressing well.Twelve weeks into the contract, Coleman & Company employees are working hard to dismantle the Airside Hangar Unit. The Hangar Unit was previously used to store and repair planes after flights using Birmingham International Airport.Located within 15 metres of aircraft and within 3 metres of operational airport traffic, Coleman’s employees have been using a variety of demolition ...

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The Next Generation of Engineers…?





The two hour visit included a welcome from Contract Director, Kieran Conaty and a tour of the site with Kieran and Site Supervisor, David Mackins. The tour gave a real insight into the works that have ... Students from Didcot Girls School visited Didcot A Power Station today to have a tour and to learn about the different aspects of Engineering within the industrial demolition site. Five, year nine students attended with their teacher, Mrs Thewlis.The two hour visit included a welcome from Contract Director, Kieran Conaty and a tour of the site with Kieran and Site Supervisor, David Mackins. The tour gave a real insight into the works that have ...

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‘Kings of De-Construction’; Ernest Bevin College become Engineering Experts





Working in conjunction with the Coleman & Company contract at Battersea Gas Holders, thirty Sixth Form studen ... The ‘Kings of De-Construction’ competition drew to a close earlier this week. Students from Ernest Bevin College and Sixth Form Centre and employees from Coleman Engineering Services (CES - part of The Coleman Group) and National Grid have worked hard over the past twelve months to produce a replica of the Battersea Gas Holders.Working in conjunction with the Coleman & Company contract at Battersea Gas Holders, thirty Sixth Form studen ...

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Remediation of Grove Lane Prepares for NHS ‘Super Hospital’





Coleman & Company are working alongside members of the NHS and Sandwell Council, on the remediation of Grove Lane by preparing the land for the future development of an NHS ‘Super Hospital’. The contract started three years ago and will finish towards the end of summer 2015.



Eneotech, part of the Coleman Group is a specialist environmental division offering remediation of soil, groundwater and la ... Georgia Batchelor and Ruth Walton report.Coleman & Company are working alongside members of the NHS and Sandwell Council, on the remediation of Grove Lane by preparing the land for the future development of an NHS ‘Super Hospital’. The contract started three years ago and will finish towards the end of summer 2015.Eneotech, part of the Coleman Group is a specialist environmental division offering remediation of soil, groundwater and la ...

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Scoring For Charity!

UK Sepsis Trust and Sifa Fireside.



The effort from all the players was fantastic. For some, there were excellent displays of skill, fitness ... Coleman & Company employees, friends and family took over Goals Soccer Centre in Perry Barr, Birmingham at the weekend in a charity football tournament. Eight teams ‘demolished’ seven games in a 5-a-side tournament, braving the weather through blazing sunshine and torrential rain to raise money forandThe effort from all the players was fantastic. For some, there were excellent displays of skill, fitness ...

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Sad Loss; Rest In Peace Peter Harris

We’ve got some very sad news…



Peter Harris has sadly passed away this morning after suffering a major heart attack on Saturday 28th March. For those of you that knew Peter, I am sure you will have many fond memories, most of which will revolve around Pete’s very dry sense of humour – resulting in bouts of instantaneous laughter. Pete started working with us on a dump truck in our Quarry at Meriden, he said he needed a couple of ...

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Gas Holder ‘Crest’; Museum Interest





Th ... Specialist demolition work of Gas Holders has been on-going for Coleman & Company around the UK for a considerable amount of time. Working closely with National Grid, a current major contract is the Battersea Gas Holders in London, due for completion in May 2015. Rather than the typical demolition of these Gas Holders, where waste is destroyed and/or recycled, Battersea has taken a historical twist that has generated some media interest.Th ...

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Birmingham New Street; Last Lady Standing!





Debbie Burns is a rare quality at New Street. Not only has she stood her ground as a ... The JCB ‘Mega Muncher’ has been removed from site, the Atrium is now ‘closed’ to the media before Grand Central opens in September and the remaining employees on site from Coleman & Company are finishing off the final details of the project before they leave site completely. One of these employees is Health and Safety Manager, Debbie Burns.Debbie Burns is a rare quality at New Street. Not only has she stood her ground as a ...

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Demolition Work Finishes at Birmingham New Street





As demolition work from Coleman & Company draws to a close, the ‘Let There Be Light’ campaign really is in full effect as the Atrium impresses media interest.



Click Several representatives from West Midlands press and media have been on site for the final time at Birmingham New Street train station, before the official opening of the ‘Grand Central’ shopping centre.As demolition work from Coleman & Company draws to a close, the ‘Let There Be Light’ campaign really is in full effect as the Atrium impresses media interest.Click here for further details and for a full report of all the a ...

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Construction Plant News – JCB ‘Mega Muncher’ Coverage

As work for Coleman & Company draws to a close at Birmingham New Street Train Station, check out the latest copy of Construction Plant News - great coverage of the JCB JS190.



Affectionately known on site as the ‘Mega Muncher’, this report provides a technical insight into the bespoke design of the machinery and highlights its ingenious features, particularly the aspect of the remote control design. Construction Plant News

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Innovative Solutions Influence The Design and Development of Apps for Apple and Android





The focus was to revolutionise outdated reporting systems that are in Coleman’s mind, flawed. To expand, if you look at best practice for hazard spotting, typically a paper pad is given to each person working on site or alternatively access to a card system. Each relies on the hazard ... This market leading development concentrates on transforming the outdated paper based methods of hazard spotting (with HazzApp) and site inspections (with EasiApp).The focus was to revolutionise outdated reporting systems that are in Coleman’s mind, flawed. To expand, if you look at best practice for hazard spotting, typically a paper pad is given to each person working on site or alternatively access to a card system. Each relies on the hazard ...

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“From Boxing Club to Apprentice…”

Coleman & Company inspire future aspirations



The joint forces of Coleman & Company and Rectory Amateur Boxing Club (ABC), combined with Coleman’s apprenticeship training scheme introduced Daniel (Dan) Holmes to the company. Almost three months later, we met with Dan to see how the scheme was helping him progress with his role, what it involves and whether or not he is enjoying the opportunity that Coleman & Company have provided him. ... The joint forces of Coleman & Company and Rectory Amateur Boxing Club (ABC), combined with Coleman’s apprenticeship training scheme introduced Daniel (Dan) Holmes to the company. Almost three months later, we met with Dan to see how the scheme was helping him progress with his role, what it involves and whether or not he is enjoying the opportunity that Coleman & Company have provided him. ...

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“Work Experience Student of the Year”

Coleman & Company inspire future aspirations



Sixteen year old Sharni Logan completed her two week work experience here at Coleman & Company in August 2014. Three months later and she has now been awarded ‘Work Experience Student of the Year’ at her school, St Paul’s School for Girls in Edgbaston, Birmingham. Nominated by her teacher and supported by our company Managing Director, Mark Coleman, Sharni was presented with this aw ... Sixteen year old Sharni Logan completed her two week work experience here at Coleman & Company in August 2014. Three months later and she has now been awarded ‘Work Experience Student of the Year’ at her school, St Paul’s School for Girls in Edgbaston, Birmingham. Nominated by her teacher and supported by our company Managing Director, Mark Coleman, Sharni was presented with this aw ...

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Coleman's Corporate Social Responsibility Project





The project is a link between the boxing club and Coleman’s whereby we lo ... Coleman & Company have recently embarked on an exciting Corporate Social Responsibility Project with our close friends at The Rectory Boxing Club in Sutton Coldfield. Phil Brennan is the driving force behind the club, his dedication and commitment to the lads and the sport itself is really something that helps many young lads achieve their ambitions.The project is a link between the boxing club and Coleman’s whereby we lo ...

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R.I.P Alan Clark





Alan’s funeral will take place ... On behalf of Alan Clark’s family, we would like to let everyone know that one of our best wagon drivers sadly passed away on Friday 26th September 2014 following a long and difficult battle against Myeloma Cancer. Alan worked for Coleman & Company for many years and was respected by all his friends and colleagues. He will be sadly missed by everyone who new and had the pleasure of working him.Alan’s funeral will take place ...

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Proud of Our Employee Success…





Joe Harper – Assistant Design Engineer

Joe has recently achieved a First Class Honors de ... We are rightly proud of our key people; Each and everyone involved in The Coleman Group - Demolition, Specialist Cutting, Remediation and Engineering Services is key to the continued success of the business and therefore all of our futures. Over recent months there have been a number of notable successes for people who are part of our team.Joe has recently achieved a First Class Honors de ...

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100th Apprentice starts at New Street Station

James Skyrme has become the 100 th apprentice to be recruited at Birmingham New Street Station employed by Coleman & Company, working on site which has proved to be a real opportunity for him. James had been unemployed for 2 months, after which time he completed a Future Jobs Fund application with Birmingham City Council’s Housing Department. James registered on Birmingham City Council’s Employment Access Database, he ... apprentice to be recruited at Birmingham New Street Station employed by Coleman & Company, working on site which has proved to be a real opportunity for him. James had been unemployed for 2 months, after which time he completed a Future Jobs Fund application with Birmingham City Council’s Housing Department. James registered on Birmingham City Council’s Employment Access Database, he ...

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Shortlisted For NFDC Awards

Proud to announce we have been shortlisted for three categories at the NFDC Awards



We are proud to announce that we have been shortlisted for the following NFDC Awards for Demolition Training Commitment

Investing in Skills

Demolition Operative

Demolition Manager Demolition Training Commitment

Coleman & Company believe that their employees are our greatest asset. During 2013 we undertook a total ...

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Coleman Deliver Stylish Presentation in Milan





Chris Holland’s (Coleman & Company’s Technical Manager) talk focused on the deconstruction of two MAN type Gas Holders in St. Helens. One gas holder used what be considered a more co ... Coleman & Company was recently invited to speak at the European Demolition Association Convention in Milan, Italy. The conference attracted industry experts from around the globe to discuss industry challenges and share best practice.Chris Holland’s (Coleman & Company’s Technical Manager) talk focused on the deconstruction of two MAN type Gas Holders in St. Helens. One gas holder used what be considered a more co ...

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50th Anniversary – Triple 50 Charity Gala Dinner

A momentous evening with our charity target being SMASHED…On the 16th October 1962 Coleman & Company was incorporated by the late, John and Norah Coleman, the 50th anniversary of that date is a very important occasion for Coleman & Company - a date that records 50 years in business, some good years, some not so good. However we are proud to have stood the test of time, having developed a company from very humble beginnings to what we ha ...

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Dave's Demolition Diaries Reaches 2000 Views

As part of our Triple 50 celebrations David Coleman decided to share his “Demolition Diaries”. Over the first three months Dave’s Demolition Diaries has notched up over 2000 views and has received comments from interested readers based in the UK and overseas.



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Birmingham New Street and Pallasades

Birmingham New Street and Pallasades redevelopment update - Three month countdown to New Street’s half time switchover.



The existing station concourse and current entrances which have been in use since the 1960s will all close, replaced by the first half of the brand new concourse with new facilities and much better access to platforms.



A campaign to inform passengers about the changes kicks off this month with the first of a series of public e ... A campaign to inform passengers about the changes kicks off this month with the first of a series of public e ...

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