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50 Years Ago: LTE Substation, Elephant & Castle
The comprehensive redevelopment of the Elephant and Castle is a part of the London County Council’s plan for the County. Very broadly, the redevelopment …
SSDA Commendation: NEO Bankside, London
NEO Bankside is the first major residential scheme in the UK to feature an external steel bracing system. Representing a considerable engineering challenge, …
SSDA Commendation: Borough High Street Bridge, London
Substantial additional rail capacity is accommodated on the Borough High Street Bridge, a structure that had to be pre-assembled and then launched over a busy …
SSDA Commendation: The Walbrook Building, London
Incorporating some large open trading floors, the Walbrook marks the latest in design development of office buildings for the City of London. Built on a City …
Topping out marks milestone for London Bridge Quarter
The London Bridge Quarter (LBQ) development, a project that includes the iconic Shard, has celebrated another significant milestone with the topping out of the …
London cable car takes flight
The Emirates Air Line, the UK’s first urban cable car, has started a daily service which offers a brand new way of crossing the River Thames. This latest …
Steel erection under way on Walkie Talkie
The construction of London’s latest skyscraper, 20 Fenchurch Street, has reached a significant landmark with steelwork erection now under way. Dubbed the …
Raising a maritime treasure
Rejoining the London skyline, the fully restored Cutty Sark has been opened to the public once again. Resting in a steel cradle, the vessel has been raised …
Topping out a record breaker
Steelwork erection for the Shard’s uppermost levels, known as the Spire, has been completed. NSC reports from western Europe’s tallest building, a project …
Steelwork incorporation
Retained façades and original steel framework have been incorporated into a new and enlarged modern and reconstructed office building in London. Martin Cooper …
