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Hörmann UK has strengthened its Perimeter Protection Systems (PPS) division with the appointment of Mark Wood as Perimeter Protection Systems Manager. Based at the company’s Coalville headquarters, he brings over 17 years of specialist experience in the perimeter security sector, with a strong focus on Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM) and high-security solutions. With a strong industry background that includes key roles
at Hill & Smith and Cova Security Gates, Mark has been instrumental in delivering advanced perimeter protection systems for critical infrastructure and high-risk sites. His technical expertise is complemented by a solid foundation in project management and a proven ability to develop strategic relationships with architects, security consultants, main contractors, and end users. Wolfgang Gorner, Managing Director at Hörmann UK,
commented: “We are delighted to welcome Mark to the team at a time when demand for high-security, perimeter protection solutions continues to rise. His appointment supports our strategic growth in this market, particularly in the deployment of crash-tested bollards, barriers, and temporary HVM systems, and underscores our ongoing commitment to delivering robust, engineered solutions for security critical
environments.” Mark will also collaborate closely with FBS Hörmann, who provide comprehensive service and maintenance packages for the company’s full perimeter protection portfolio.
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A member of the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has successfully conquered nine Alpine peaks in a demanding ten- day mountaineering expedition, raising over £3,600 for a friend who tragically died in a car accident. Joe Cole, from Bournemouth, is Director at All Build
Development and serves as the National Board Representative for the Southwest region of the FMB. He undertook the challenge across Switzerland, France, and Italy, culminating in summiting the 4,000m Gran Paradiso, the tallest standalone mountain in Italy. The ambitious expedition followed a serious workplace injury.
After rupturing his quadriceps muscle in a fall last year, Joe underwent major surgery to reattach the muscle and endured a lengthy rehabilitation period.
at home. I decided there were several things I wanted to do, including climbing some big mountains. Organising the expedition and raising funds for the Steve Bernand Foundation felt like a great way to combine these goals.” The Steve Bernand
Foundation, established in memory of Steve Bernand, a talented young footballer and close friend of Joe’s, has been a cause close to his heart for nearly two decades. Steve tragically lost his life in a car accident shortly after starting at Chichester University.
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The whole team at The Window Company (Contracts) is celebrating after being shortlisted for the Customer Care Initiative of the Year trophy at the upcoming G-25 Glass and Glazing Awards. For the social housing specialist, it is welcome recognition for consistently outstanding work in an unsung sector of the market, so often overlooked at awards events. The Window Company (Contracts) carries out around 40
installations in social housing properties every week for the likes of Moat Homes and Basildon Council, and resident satisfaction levels are currently running at 99%+. Chairman David Thornton said: “We get lots of unsolicited
comments from very happy residents, and there are a few consistent themes – our teams are polite and friendly, they work incredibly hard, and they invariably clear up after themselves and leave properties clean and tidy – and we are immensely proud of that.”
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Independent MEP, Sustainability & ESG consultancy Wallace growth across England with senior appointments, growing Most recently, Carl Saxon joins the Wallace Whittle board and has been appointed regional director with responsibilities for growth in South of England via the Birmingham and London Carl will be working closely with Birmingham location director Darren Wright, who has been instrumental in cementing Wallace Whittle’s presence in the market over the past 18 months. moved to the prestigious Colmore Row in line with imminent growth plans. Presence in the capital is
overseen by Peter Kirk, former executive director at Mecserve. He was appointed to lead the
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Multidisciplinary engineering consultancy Harley Haddow has launched an in-house geotechnical and geoenvironmental capability, led by new senior engineer Conor Fitzsimmons. This development enhances Harley Haddow’s ability to assess and manage below-ground risks from the very start of a project - ensuring a fully integrated design approach alongside its established civil and structural engineering teams. The new in-house service includes comprehensive site
investigations and reporting from Phase 1 Desk Studies through to Phase 3 Remediation Strategies, coal mining risk assessments, contamination assessments and foundation advice. Colin Tait, director at Harley Haddow, said: “Conor will be a valuable addition to Harley Haddow and our multi- disciplinary approach.”
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