MOMENTUM CONTINUES FOR BRITPLAS FAÇADES WITH £3.6M MANCHESTER AIRPORT PREMIER INN WIN

On the back of successful completion of BCEGI project; Church Street – Eccles, Britplas Façades has been appointed by BCEGI to deliver a £3.6m complete façade package for the new Premier Inn at Manchester Airport, with work due to start this month.

Warrington, Cheshire – July 2026

Britplas Façades continues to build significant momentum, with a further run of project wins, a reflection of the strength of the team’s expertise, capability and growing reputation across increasingly complex, high-profile schemes.

The Manchester Airport Premier Inn project forms part of the ongoing growth of hospitality and travel infrastructure around Manchester Airport, supporting increased passenger demand with high-quality, design-led accommodation close to the terminals.

The win came down to the strength of the conversations had early on, aligning design, cost and sequencing in a way that gave the wider team a clear and buildable pathway from the outset.

Our package, consisting of SFS, rainscreen, cavity barriers and glazing, will be delivered as a single, coordinated façade solution, giving BCEGI a cleaner interface and a smoother pathway through a busy construction programme.

The project was shaped by Britplas Façades’ Pre-Construction and Design teams; Jason Cross – Managing Director, Oliver Cavanagh – Pre-Construction Director, Adam Gaunt – Senior Estimator, and Andrew Harrison – Design Manager, who worked closely with BCEGI to develop a solution that made sense both technically and commercially.

The approach reflects Britplas Façades capability: in-house engineering, an accurate and traceable delivery process and a team culture driven by collaboration.

 

Commenting on the appointment, Jason Cross, Managing Director of Britplas Façades, said:
“This win came down to the strength of the conversations we had early on; aligning design, cost and sequencing in a way that gave the wider team a clear and buildable pathway from the outset. It’s a great example of what happens when collaboration starts before contracts are even signed, and we see it as the foundation for a lasting partnership with BCEGI.”

Oliver Cavanagh, Pre-Construction Director at Britplas Façades, added:
“This is exactly the type of project where our façade knowledge, people and processes make a measurable difference. Delivering SFS, rainscreen, cavity barriers and glazing as a single, coordinated solution gives BCEGI a cleaner interface and a smoother pathway through a busy programme, that’s the value in-house teamwork brings.”

A great result, one that reflects the effort of everyone involved from start to finish, and one we’re proud to have built on repeat business with BCEGI.

 

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About Britplas Façades

Britplas Façades is a specialist division of Britplas Group (EOT), delivering high-performance building envelope solutions across the UK. Working with leading Tier 1 contractors including Laing O’Rourke, Morgan Sindall, Sisk, Kier, Waterlilly, Wates, VolkerFitzpatrick, Sir Robert McAlpine, BCEGI and McLaughlin & Harvey.

The division delivers complete façade packages including SFS, curtain walling, rainscreen cladding, aluminium cladding, terracotta cladding, fire rated products and window & doors for commercial, hotel & residential, education, healthcare, and science & technology sectors. The division holds FIRAS certification, Constructionline Gold Status, SBS Net Zero certification, and has Gold status with Supply Chain Sustainability School, reflecting its commitment to quality, compliance and sustainable delivery.

Working with leading system suppliers such as Schüco, Kawneer, Aluprof and Smart Architectural Aluminium, Britplas Façades combines technical expertise with innovative engineering to deliver bespoke façade systems that meet the most rigorous Passivhaus standards, underpinned by net zero commitments and a focus on material recycling and circular construction.

From pre-construction planning and value engineering to in-house fabrication and installation by our own teams, Britplas Façades offers a true end-to-end service, trusted to deliver façade packages that meet demanding requirements for thermal performance, acoustic control, fire safety and design flexibility.

Britplas Façades is part of Britplas Group (EOT), an employee-owned business committed to innovation, sustainability and social value.

For more information, visit www.britplas.com

 

For media inquiries, please contact:
Ronni Lang – Marketing Manager
ronni.lang@britplas.com
01925 824317

 

Another major project win for Britplas Façades

BRITPLAS FAÇADES, A SPECIALIST DIVISION OF BRITPLAS GROUP (EOT), HAS SECURED A £3.3 MILLION FAÇADE PACKAGE FOR THE NEW CLINICAL BUILDINGS AT CALDERDALE ROYAL HOSPITAL, APPOINTED BY MAIN CONTRACTOR LAING O’ROURKE.

Warrington, Cheshire – July 2026

The scheme will deliver a new A&E department with a dedicated Children’s A&E, along with additional wards, providing vital new clinical space for the local community.

The scope of works includes the design, supply and installation of SFS, composite panels, louvres, façade feature ribbons and feature fins, combining technical performance with a distinctive architectural finish befitting the flagship new healthcare facility.

As part of the project, Britplas Façades is also committed to delivering wider social value across the local community, including investment in local spend, employee volunteering days, educational events, apprenticeships, training opportunities and health & wellbeing initiatives.

Work is due to commence in late 2027. This latest appointment further strengthens Britplas Façades’ relationship with Laing O’Rourke, following previous successful projects together, and builds on the division’s growing track record in complex, design-led healthcare schemes, along with Tolworth Hospital.

The project team, including Operations Director – Simon Summers, Commercial Manager – Chris Frame, Design Manager – Cain Argue and Project Manager – Chris Mills, worked closely with Laing O’Rourke to shape the technical approach ahead of appointment.

Commenting on the appointment, Jason Cross, Managing Director of Britplas Façades, said:

“Being trusted with further work from Laing O’Rourke means a great deal to us. It’s the clearest sign that the relationship and the quality of delivery on previous projects are genuinely valued, and is a testament to the hard work our team has put in, in some cases over a number of years, to earn that trust. We’re looking forward to getting started at Calderdale and continuing to build on what’s already a strong partnership.”

Simon Summers, Operations Director at Britplas Façades, added:

“Calderdale is a fantastic project for the team to get their teeth into, particularly knowing the difference this new A&E and Children’s A&E will make for the local community. We’ve worked hard to build the right technical solution alongside Laing O’Rourke from an early stage, and I’m looking forward to seeing that translate into a great outcome on site.”

Congratulations and thank you to everyone involved.

 

 

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About Britplas Façades

Britplas Façades is a specialist division of Britplas Group (EOT), dedicated to the design, supply and installation of high-performance building envelope solutions. Operating across the UK, the division delivers complete façade packages including curtain walling, rainscreen cladding, aluminium cladding, terracotta cladding, fire rated products and window & doors for commercial, hotel & residential, education, healthcare, and science & technology sectors.

Working with leading system suppliers such as Schüco, Kawneer, Aluprof and Smart Architectural Aluminium, Britplas Façades combines technical expertise with innovative engineering to deliver bespoke façade systems that meet the most rigorous Passivhaus standards, underpinned by net zero commitments and a focus on material recycling and circular construction.

From pre-construction planning and value engineering to in-house fabrication and installation by our own teams, Britplas offers a true end-to-end service. With a proven track record of multiple complex projects for Tier 1 contractors and major developers, we are trusted to deliver façade packages that meet demanding requirements for thermal performance, acoustic control, fire safety and design flexibility.

Britplas Façades is part of Britplas Group (EOT), an employee-owned business committed to innovation, sustainability, and social value.

For more information, visit www.britplas.com

 

For media inquiries, please contact:
Ronni Lang – Marketing Manager
ronni.lang@britplas.com
01925 824317

BRITPLAS FAÇADES SECURES £6M BLACKPOOL MULTIVERSITY FAÇADE PACKAGE WITH MORGAN SINDALL

Warrington, Cheshire – May 2026

Britplas Façades, a specialist division of Britplas Group (EOT), has been appointed by Morgan Sindall to deliver the full façade package for the new Blackpool Multiversity, a flagship education development at the heart of the Talbot Gateway regeneration.

Working alongside CBRE and Lancaster University, the scheme will create a purpose-built, future-focused campus designed to accommodate more than 3,000 students and staff in Blackpool town centre.

The £6 million façade package is due to commence in October 2026, with a 40-week programme, marking a significant milestone for the team as the division continues its strong growth trajectory. Over the past decade, Britplas Façades has established itself as an innovative and trusted delivery partner in the façade and building envelope sector, working with leading Tier 1 contractors across complex, design-led schemes.

The building will feature a distinctive high-gloss terracotta façade combined with extensive glazing, requiring careful consideration of both aesthetic intent and technical performance.

This latest appointment further strengthens the division’s relationship with Morgan Sindall, following the successful delivery of the Wirral Council Offices project in 2023, also featuring distinctive terracotta cladding, and builds on momentum generated by recent major project wins, including the Edgbaston Stadium redevelopment, which broke ground earlier this year.

The pre-construction team, including Pre-Construction Director – Oliver Cavanagh, Bid Manager – Phil McNulty, Operations Director – Simon Summers and Managing Director – Jason Cross, worked closely with Morgan Sindall and the wider design team to provide product guidance, programme insight and façade strategy development aligned with the project’s architectural ambition.

Key factor in the award was Britplas Façade’s ability to provide cost certainty and programme confidence at pre-construction stage. Through developing multiple technical solutions, whilst providing proactive value engineering and sequencing advice, the team ensured clarity and risk mitigation ahead of contract award.

In addition, Britplas Façades will support Morgan Sindall’s social value commitments, aligning with the contractor’s wider Social Value Charter. This includes a strong focus on local supply chain engagement and responsible procurement, supported by Britplas’ proven track record of delivering on local spend commitments. Sustainability also remains a key priority, with the project contributing to both organisations’ shared objectives around responsible construction and environmental performance.

Commenting on the appointment, Oliver Cavanagh – Pre-Construction Director said:
“This is a fantastic project to be part of and a great example of early collaboration driving real value. Our team has worked closely with Morgan Sindall and the wider project partners from the outset, helping to shape a solution that balances design ambition with performance and deliverability.

We look forward to continuing that collaboration on site and bringing this landmark scheme to life.”

Jason Cross – Managing Director added:
“I’m pleased to see Britplas Façades securing another significant project in the education sector with the Blackpool Multiversity.

This win demonstrates the continued growth of the division and highlights the value of our technical expertise and collaborative approach. We’re proud to be part of a scheme that will have such a positive impact on the local community.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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About Britplas Façades

Britplas Façades is a specialist division of Britplas Group (EOT), dedicated to the design, supply and installation of high-performance building envelope solutions. Operating across the UK, the division delivers complete façade packages including curtain walling, rainscreen cladding, aluminium cladding, terracotta cladding, fire rated products and window & doors for commercial, hotel & residential, education, healthcare, and science & technology sectors.

Working with leading system suppliers such as Schüco, Kawneer, Aluprof and Smart Architectural Aluminium, Britplas Façades combines technical expertise with innovative engineering to deliver bespoke façade systems that meet the most rigorous Passivhaus standards, underpinned by net zero commitments and a focus on material recycling and circular construction.

From pre-construction planning and value engineering to in-house fabrication and installation by our own teams, Britplas offers a true end-to-end service. With a proven track record of multiple complex projects for Tier 1 contractors and major developers, we are trusted to deliver façade packages that meet demanding requirements for thermal performance, acoustic control, fire safety and design flexibility.

Britplas Façades is part of Britplas Group (EOT), an employee-owned business committed to innovation, sustainability, and social value.

For more information, visit www.britplas.com

 

For media inquiries, please contact:
Ronni Lang – Marketing Manager
ronni.lang@britplas.com
01925 824317

Project update: Oxford Humanities Centre

Britplas has now commenced on-site installation at the Stephen A. Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities at Oxford University where it is responsible for the façade package, working with main contractor Laing O’Rourke.

The building, designed by Hopkins Architects, uses Schüco AWS 90si windows and doors and features brick and stone façades.  It is set to become one of the biggest buildings to adhere to Passivhaus standards.

Following extensive testing in 2023, a total of 236 windows were initially installed off-site into pre-cast concrete panels and are now being installed via crane at the Oxford site. The team is currently making good progress, with the South elevation ground floor and level 01 windows complete along with West elevation ground floor windows.

The Centre will boost teaching and research in the humanities at Oxford University and provide them with a new home which brings together seven faculties, the Institute for Ethics in AI, the Oxford Internet Institute, and a new humanities library.

Britplas is due to complete works in early 2025, with the building set to open next year.

Britplas appointed to new Mossley Hill facility by GRAHAM

We are delighted to announce that Britplas has been appointed by GRAHAM to provide windows, curtain walling, doors and their specialist Safevent windows to a new state-of-the-art mental health facility commissioned by Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust on land owned by the Trust in Mossley Hill, Liverpool.

Designed by architect Gilling Dod, the new inpatient facility will phase out traditional shared dormitory mental health wards to provide 80 single bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms. Throughout the hospital, therapeutic spaces with light and airy environments have been prioritised as well as facilities for family visitation and multi-faith worship.

Plans for the new development were approved in 2022 and the former hospital buildings, which were deemed unfit for purpose, were demolished in February.

Dorothy Pattison Hospital to use Safevent windows

Britplas has been selected to provide the windows and glazing to a new inpatient facility for Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust at Dorothy Pattison Hospital in Walsall.

Working for Kier, the contract encompasses the design, manufacture and installation of Safevent Access windows, along with curtain walling and doors.

Intended for older patients, the new unit will lead to creation of a 15-bedded functional ward and a ten-bedded dementia ward and will replace the current facilities located at Bloxwich Hospital.

Britplas are on site in Q3 2023, with the new facility expected to open in 2024.

New contract for Oxford Humanities Centre

Britplas is delighted to announce that it has been awarded a contract by Laing O’Rourke to complete the glazing package to the new Stephen A. Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities at Oxford University.

The new building, designed by Hopkins Architects, is one of the university’s biggest ever building projects, bringing nine faculties and institutes and seven libraries and collections into one home, with spaces for graduate, postgraduate and post-doctoral learning and research.

Britplas will be carrying out the design and installation of Schuco aluminium windows and door sets along with associated perimeter detailing and flashings.

The windows and doors are required to meet Passivhaus standards, with rigorous energy efficient design standards therefore being applied by the Britplas design team.

The project starts on site next month, with completion scheduled in June 2024.

 

Britplas wins 4 Glass Wharf

Britplas has been awarded a contract by Wates to complete the glazing and cladding package to 4 Glass Wharf, a major new Grade A office building in Bristol city centre.

The building will create 212,000 sq ft of flexible workspace in the city’s Temple Quarter and is targeting a BREEAM Outstanding and WELL Core Platinum certifications alongside an EPC ‘A’ Rating.

Works are now underway and the project is scheduled to be complete by the second quarter of 2024. The development will also include a ground-floor café with outdoor space, wellness and fitness facilities, and green landscaped terraces with views of the Bristol skyline.

Bristol City Council is working with partners including Homes England and Network Rail to deliver the broader Temple Quarter project, a 100-hectare regeneration of land around Temple Meads station.

Britplas returns to Discovery Quay

Britplas has been awarded a contract by Graham Construction to complete the design and installation of the building envelope to the second phase of ‘Discovery’ student accommodation at Salford Quays in Manchester.

The 15 storey, 457 bedroom scheme will feature Kawneer windows and curtain walling as well as 6,000 sq m of aluminium rainscreen cladding.

The award follows on from Britplas’ successful completion of the first phase of Discovery Quay in 2020. Work commences on site this summer and the project is due for completion in summer 2023.

Britplas appointed to key Birkenhead regeneration project

Britplas has been appointed by Morgan Sindall to deliver the facade package to the first two buildings of a multi-billion pound development of Birkenhead town centre.

The scheme comprises two new Grade A office buildings, blocks A1 and A2, which form part of a wider regeneration project led by Wirral Growth Company, a 50:50 joint venture partnership between Wirral Council and national urban regeneration specialists, Muse Developments.

Britplas will be carrying out the design and installation of Schueco curtain walling, doors, louvres and bespoke terracotta cladding. Work is due to start on site in Q3 2022 with the project due for completion in 2023.