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£29M CAPITAL BUILD OPPORTUNITY LAUNCHED BY ULSTER UNIVERSITY
Grant has released new dates for its highly sought-after training courses, both online and on site, covering a range of Grant heating technologies. Led by Training Manager Keith Scully, the courses include comprehensive training on the Grant Aerona R290 heat pump. Tailored for industry professionals NEW GRANT TRAINING DATES LAUNCHED FOR HEAT PUMPS
Ulster University is seeking a high-calibre contractor to deliver the Shared Island Teaching and Student Centre, a new-build project in Derry~Londonderry aimed at enhancing its educational infrastructure and regional impact. The £29m project is supported by significant investment from the Shared Island Fund to expand higher education on both sides of the border and underpin teaching and research
including plumbers, installers, engineers, builders and local
authorities, Grant’s Aerona R290 course is specifically designed to equip participants with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills related to the latest R290 heat pump technology and its seamless integration with advanced smart control systems.
The Ulster University Shared Island Teaching and Student Centre to be built in Derry~Londonderry.
cooperation between UU and Atlantic Technological University-Donegal. The development is set to include a circa- 5,200sqm GIA multi-storey academic building, modern learning lecture and seminar spaces, computer labs and on- campus student services designed to foster innovation and collaboration. Further features include 3D landscaped surroundings with integrated terraces, green roofs and courtyards and a link
bridge to the existing library building, while the project is to be constructed in compliance with BREEAM Excellent standards. The contract is anticipated to start in Q2 2026 and be fully operational in Q3 2028. The tender notice will be published on the Find a Tender Service website: https:// www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Search www.ulster.ac.uk
UPCOMING COURSE DATES ARE AS FOLLOWS:
Heat Pump Training: 16th & 30th October The training sessions are hosted at Grant’s state-of-the-art facilities in Birr, Co Offaly.
BGF EXITS DERRY-BASED HOMEBUILDER BRAIDWATER GROUP
To book a training course , visit the Grant Engineering Eventbrite page or scan the QR code above. www.grantni.com
UK and Ireland growth investor BGF has successfully exited its investment in Northern Ireland residential developer Braidwater Group, following the company’s decision to buy back equity after a decade of sustained growth. Representing its first deal in Northern Ireland back in 2015, BGF is now the most active growth capital investor in the region with support exceeding £100m.
Braidwater’s Beech Hill View development on Glenshane Road, Derry.
Derry-based Braidwater has transformed from a small-scale construction business into one of Northern Ireland’s leading housebuilders, with turnover growing from £4m in 2015 to £45m in 2024. Since 2015, BGF has provided two follow-on investments, enabling the family-owned business to scale operations and pursue strategic expansion. The company now operates across the region, with notable developments such as Beech Hill on the Glenshane Road in Derry and Castle Hill on the Ballygowan Road in Belfast. In January 2019, Braidwater merged with sister company BW Homes & Construction to create Braidwater Group, diversifying its offering and entering the social and affordable housing market. www.bgf.co.uk/www.braidwater.com
Training sessions are hosted at Grant’s facilities in Co Offaly.
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