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Wates FM continues growth with contract extension

28 JANUARY 2020

Wates FM is kick-starting its 2020 growth strategy with a contract extension with mass media company, Discovery Communications.

Wates appointed as main contractor to build Sandwell Aquatics Centre

23 JANUARY 2020

Wates Construction has been confirmed as the main contractor for the new Sandwell Aquatics Centre in Smethwick.

Wates FM bolsters national portfolio with contract renewal

12 DECEMBER 2019

Wates FM, the Wates Groups fast-growing total FM division, has secured a contract renewal with Mott MacDonald, strengthening the business expanding presence in the private sector.

Wates Facilities Management secures new Total Facilities Management contract with Smart DCC

09 OCTOBER 2019

Wates FM has been appointed by Smart DCC to deliver a Total Facilities Management solution to its new secure facility in Greater Manchester. Wates will also deliver statutory compliance management through its in-house Assurance Compliance Tool

Construction course helps transform Maidenhead man's life

16 SEPTEMBER 2019

A jobseeker in Maidenhead has turned his life around thanks to Wates Construction securing his first ever job following a free training scheme for the long-term unemployed.

Double win hails private sector growth for Wates FM

28 AUGUST 2019

Wates FM is set to grow its presence in the private sector as it delivers two major contracts on behalf of Brooks Macdonald and Harbottle & Lewis LLP.

Wates Construction appointed to build new sports facility for the University of Portsmouth

The University of Portsmouth has announced that Wates are the main contractor for its new indoor sports facility, with construction already underway.

School children's paintings unveiled at Braywick Leisure Centre

150 children from two local primary schools visited Braywick Leisure Centre to see their own works of art unveiled at the Wates construction site.

Sandwell businesses sought to work on new aquatics centre

A Meet the Buyer event hailed a success as local businesses learn about work packages available through the construction of the Sandwell Aquatics Centre.

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