Supply Chain Collaboration Excellence

Align Joint Venture
HS2 C1 Package

More than 2,600 people have received training via the Hazard and Rehearsal Academy and Align is seeing a better understanding of risks, increased observations, decreasing incident rates, fewer unsafe behaviours, greater willingness to stop work when things change, and more challenge of unsafe situations. The Academy has attracted widespread interest and gained external recognition through an international safety award. All of this improvement, feedback, and recognition highlights the innovation and value in the Hazard and Rehearsal Academy. This could not have happened without the supply chain fully engaging and working collaboratively to improve safety.

Balfour Beatty with Sunbelt Rentals
Canvey Island TEAM2100

The focus on sustainability has driven change throughout Balfour Beatty, we set up a trial at Canvey Island which included EcoSense cabins, EcoNet, Battery Storage Units, Solar Power, Rainwater Harvesting, Trakway panels and other sustainable solutions in collaboration with Sunbelt Rentals. Following on from the trial the team has been able to make progress on a journey towards a diesel free site. Combined use of all technologies stated has meant that we are able to operate a site compound diesel free for 80%-85% of the time throughout summer, using renewable energy sources.

Birmingham Airport
Next Generation Security

The BAL NGS Project demonstrates the power of collaboration when faced with the challenge of reconfiguring a legacy facility and all of the uncertainty associated with such projects. This uncertainty can drive behaviours which lead to a zero sum game between the parties where the focus moves to commercial risk mitigation rather than innovative problem solving to deliver the clients desired outcomes. This is a clear example of the power an informed client and a capable contractor can harness to create a collaborative innovative culture which successfully delivers client outcomes in a timely manner.

Build UK
Common Assessment Standard

The Common Assessment Standard, developed by Build UK, has transformed pre-qualification of the supply chain, improving efficiency, reducing cost, and raising quality standards. Initially launched in 2019, the Common Assessment Standard reached a tipping point in 2023, with the Cabinet Office specifying its use in public sector contracts and the question set being reviewed to deliver the requirement for organisational capability under the Building Safety Act. With at least 27 major contractors and clients now requiring it for their supply chains, and more than 18,500 companies certified, the Common Assessment Standard has become the new normal for pre-qualification in construction.

Byrne Bros
Fulfen Wood Overbridge - SL8

Being part of the supply team on the Fulfen Wood blockade was a genuine pleasure. The team's efficient handling of the project, from the client right through to the material providers, was truly admirable resulting in a seamless blockade.The teams diligence, commitment to high standards, and clear communication resulted in zero RIDDOR incidents, aligning precisely with the client's specifications. Despite challenging rail possessions, the team remained conscientious, fostering a calm work environment. The evident unity and support among supply team members, all working toward a common goal, epitomize a harmonious collaboration that consistently delivered positive outcomes.

Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction and BAM Nuttall Joint Venture
C23 Strategic Partners

EKFB and its strategic partners have developed strong relationships through planned collaborative engagement and fully integrating its supply chain into its Supplier Relationship Management Programme – a programme which promotes supply chain excellence and a legacy in supporting SMEs reach their full potential. A key part of the ECI stage development was to have its workforce embedded within EKFB’s engineering, design and estimating teams, developing the target cost, meeting design challenges, and advising on methodology – as one team. EKFB has successfully managed considerable inflation risk with its supply chain to further support its strategic partners through challenging industry issues.

Lower Thames Crossing
Supply chain engagement drives carbon out of construction of the Lower Thames Crossing

Carbon reduction is at the heart of the Lower Thames Crossing, at every level, along with delivering the UK’s greenest road. Through early and extensive collaboration with its future supply chain, the project has already reduced its predicted construction carbon emissions by 50%, at no additional cost to the taxpayer and before works have even begun. This enabled them to commit to a legally binding carbon limit - a first for the highways sector. Together, the project will continue to push boundaries throughout design and construction and be a catalyst for the decarbonisation of industry.

Milestone Infrastructure
SME Development Programme

The Oxfordshire SME Development Programme is the first of its kind in the UK highways maintenance industry. Jointly sponsored by Milestone Infrastructure Ltd and Oxfordshire County Council it is delivering measurable benefits for the sponsors and three local supply chain partners, Drayton Construction Ltd, Hazell & Jefferies and MJ Titchmarsh Construction Ltd. Supported by consultants McLellan Ferguson Ltd, the programme builds the capability and capacity to improve competitive advantage, cement collaboration at the heart of delivery achieving significant success in carbon reduction, social value, programme delivery and cost efficiencies. The engagement and actions by the SME’s have driven this success.

National Highways with Connect Plus & Connect Plus Services, Octavius Infrastructure and AtkinsRéalis
M25 J3 Swanley CFRP Bridge Strengthening

The M25 J3 Swanley Interchange CFRP Bridge Strengthening project has been a trailblazer, pioneering a new innovative method of strengthening concrete structures whilst keeping traffic flowing. This project is an example of exemplary collaboration at all stages between National Highways, Connect Plus, Connect Plus Services, Octavius Infrastructure, AtkinsRéalis and several specialist supply chain contractors who worked together to introduce the new method to the UK Highways sector, and pave the way for other concrete structures on the strategic road network to be strengthened whilst causing minimum disruption to motorists. Watch a short video showing the installation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JzjN393rSPs

Nutral with Careys
Agency Labour Hub

The Nutral-Careys collaboration stands out for its exceptional commitment to diversity, upskilling, digitisation, and sustainability within the construction industry. By engaging diverse businesses and fostering a workforce that reflects community diversity, we've driven innovation and inclusivity. Our digitisation efforts have streamlined operations, enhancing efficiency and ethical employment practices. Moreover, our approach to training and developing the supply chain will ensure a legacy of continuous improvement. These strategic initiatives have not only improved project outcomes but also established a benchmark for excellence in supply chain collaboration, showcasing our partnership as an example of innovation and responsibility in the construction industry.

Programme and Project Partners at Sellafield
Empowering the supply chain through true collaboration

Sellafield is the highest hazard nuclear facility in Europe with the largest inventory of untreated nuclear waste in the world, it’s of strategic and national importance to the UK. In response, the innovative Programme and Project Partners (PPP) model was mobilised and is one of the biggest procurements in Europe. PPP is an unparalleled opportunity to deliver up to £7 billion of critical national infrastructure, differently, using a 20-year partnership and a benefits model that has early contractor engagement and collaboration, sustainability and social value throughout the supply chain at its core. 

VGC Group with Danny Sullivan Group
More than just labour desk partners

Building on a long and successful history of collaborative work on labour desks together, VGC and Dany Sullivan Group work collaboratively to attract, recruit, and upskill and a national labour force to support national infrastructure projects.

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