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AC MaugerIn control at Jersey Airport

CameronsThe versatile Jersey giants who never sit still

Glategny EsplanadeRG Falla’s flagship Jersey development

Luxury build in Guernsey

Long Port adds a touch of class

Channel Islands Construction Focus

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PREMIER CONSTRUCTION Volume 15 • Issue 6

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Dear readers,

Welcome to this special Channel Islands edition of Premier Construction, in which we round up the range of works being carried out across Jersey and Guernsey – two islands still punching well above their weight despite the recession.This special issue begins with words from AC Mauger’s Joe Kent

on his firm’s work on the Jersey Airport control tower. Joe also gives his thoughts on what companies like his have been able to do to survive the recession.We then visit Jersey contractor Camerons, whose widely varied

projects include the La Collete Energy from Waste project, the much-heralded and super-eco-friendly Ogier House and a welcome 33-unit addition to the Jersey housing market at Salisbury Crescent carried out on behalf of the Housing Association.RG Falla, fellow members of the Garenne Group, have been

equally proactive in recent times and are currently still hard at work on the Glategny Esplanade project, a multi-million pound undertaking which comprises classy offices, residential units and car parking and is already part-occupied by prestigious tenants.Elsewhere, three impressive major developments, including the

construction of a new data park, a superb state of the art office building and prestigious luxury apartments and penthouses, are being carried out in Guernsey for Long Port Properties.As ever, your feedback is welcome at [email protected].

Enjoy!

Graham Schulz, Editor

Camerons..........................................................................................................5RG Falla............................................................................................................24Long Port.........................................................................................................30Charles le Quesne........................................................................................31


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Much is ado in the Channel Islands construction industry of late, as planning authorities on both Jersey and Guernsey plan for an approach to construction that continues to benefit the islands as their populations emerge from the recession.

Jersey’s existing Island Plan has established a model for construction until 2011, focusing on key areas of building development throughout the island. The new plan, which is to carry Jersey through to 2020, has recently undergone a public consultation period. The ‘Examination in Public’ closed on 8th October 2010 and the inspectors are now writing their report. This has been the first time that a development plan has been subjected to such an open and transparent process of examination in Jersey.The plan plays a major role in the island’s

strategic and local planning, which is considered crucial to the success of the economy, the protection and enhancement of the quality of the environment and the welfare of the local community. Areas of focus include climate change, spatial strategy, protecting natural and historical assets, economic growth and diversification, housing, travel and transport, social provisions and waste.The new plan intentionally seeks to focus

development activity on St Helier in order to provide new homes and to regenerate the Island’s capital to maintain and enhance its pre-eminent role and function as Jersey’s principal centre for commerce, retail and living, but not to the exclusion of development elsewhere.

Jersey’s green driveAs a signatory to the Kyoto Protocol, Jersey’s government has affirmed its intention to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases. The Energy Efficiency Service is helping islanders to take action to tackle climate change. Senator Freddie Cohen said, “Islanders

want to save energy. In 2011 the Energy Efficiency Service will provide them with the information they need to take action

and improve the energy efficiency of their homes and work places and save money at the same time”.A range of new measures is being put in

place, one of which is the energy efficiency advice line to help islanders to identify what measures can be carried out on their properties to improve energy efficiency. An aerial thermal imaging map of the island, produced in partnership with the Jersey Climate Action Network (J-CAN), will provide a visual assessment of how well heat is retained by individual properties. This will be accompanied by an online home energy assessment tool.The EES will offer support for the

Eco-Active Sustainable Schools Framework through a package of activities to help schools monitor and reduce their energy consumption and to support curriculum based activities on energy efficiency. There will also be support for Eco-Active Businesses to help them understand, monitor and reduce their energy consumption.The Jersey Energy Trust launched its plans

at the Autumn Reception in October 2010. The event was hosted by Ogier at their new premises. As the first BREEAM ‘very good’ building in Jersey, Ogier House provides a great example of what can be achieved in reducing the environmental impact of buildings. Ogier detailed the environmental technologies adopted in the new building and provided attendees with the opportunity to tour the building and see it in action.

Guernsey’s waste management plansGuernsey’s Public Services department is looking into the possibility of using a technology known as anaerobic digestion to treat kitchen and organic waste that currently goes to landfill.The system, which uses large composting

vessels to break down organic waste, is already widely used in Europe and a similar project is under construction at La Collette, where waste will be incinerated as fuel. The feasibility study will look in detail at

issues such as by-product management

and investigate potential solutions. It will also cover other aspects, such as the separate collection systems that will be needed for kitchen waste, the equipment required, and the potential capital and operating costs.Public Services deputy minister Scott

Ogier said it would be a comprehensive report and will identify all the practical issues:“Anaerobic digestion is an interesting

option for the island, but we need to fully explore every aspect before making any decisions. We want to look at the whole process, from the separation, collection, transport, and quality control at the beginning to the safe disposal of any residues at the end. We need to better understand the issues and look at potential solutions so that we can then assess whether it is right for Guernsey”.The feasibility study is one of two reports

Public Services has commissioned as part of the new waste strategy development. The second is a technical options appraisal, which will identify various technologies and processes that could form part of the island’s waste management. This will include both established solutions and new or emerging treatment systems that are in use around the world. It will also look at other aspects, such as

collection systems, to identify which approaches and solutions complement each other and which are incompatible. The two reports are due to be completed by the end of the year and will form part of the next stage of public consultation on the future waste strategy, which will begin in January. Deputy Ogier said the department was

still looking at all options: “At this stage, nothing is ruled out and nothing is ruled in. We will consider all the options that are available to us, before we decide on what is the right one for Guernsey. That has to be done thoroughly and in consultation with the public.“We want islanders to be involved in the

development of the new waste strategy because whatever solution we come up with in the future it is not going to work without their support”

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Recent times have seen economic downturn in Jersey as elsewhere, and yet the island’s construction industry has survived the worst of the recession thanks to the committed and expert efforts of firms like AC Mauger, part of the Style Group – a major player on the Channel Islands’ construction scene.Master of a hatful of trades, the firm has been involved in a

range of projects including residential, leisure, airport and high-rise over the last twelve months.One recently completed project is the island’s airport control

tower – a new feather in the company’s cap, as managing director Joe Kent explains: “We successfully used slipforming techniques, which is something we haven’t been used to as a firm, so it was a new badge on the lapel for us. It was a challenging project as we were on occasion working in foggy and windy conditions in an airport environment with all the associated health, safety and security concerns that entails.“In the wider sense, the airport work proved that as a company

we’re not only capable of taking on some of the most prestigious contracts but that we’re adaptable – you have to be on Jersey, because the island is too small for there to be as much specialism as you might see on the mainland”.Also on site recently has been a £2.75 million project to install

holiday lodges at Les Ormes, a leisure retreat that Joe compares to Center Parcs. The lodges are timber framed and cedar clad, and include exterior swimming pools.As for more permanent residential units, the company has

been even busier. Joe told Premier Construction, “There is very little high rise on the island and it’s notoriously difficult to get planning permission. That doesn’t stop us working on existing buildings, however”. The company recently oversaw a refurbishment project at The Cedars, a residential apartment block managed by the States of Jersey Housing Department, and used Alumasc’s innovative Acrylic Brick Slips for their ability to retain the tower block’s unique appearance. The Cedars is the first high-rise project where the Brick Slip system has been used so extensively. Joe added, “I was particularly proud that we were

able to put new glazing in over 70 units across 15 storeys whilst keeping all the residents in situ”.Elsewhere, June 2010 saw the completion of a new development

of 15 luxury private apartments on the site of a former hotel overlooking St. Brelade’s Bay. Meanwhile, Joe is particularly happy with recent developments at Le Squez, a residential scheme where the firm had previously been involved in a mixed refurbishment and new build project in 2008, and which has just seen the beginning of a new phase of development.Joe told Premier Construction, “It’s good news that, despite the

current climate, construction projects are still going ahead on the island. We’re in the same boat as our rivals, who have seen a reduction in their workloads, and yet here we are plugging away and looking forward to the recovery.“Everyone has worked harder during the recession, taking

on more roles and trying to remain positive about the future. It has helped that the States have recognised the situation and contributed stimulus funds to the industry. As one of the major firms on the island, and one which has done well to avoid the worst of the recession, we’ll be looking to come out of it strongly”.

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Forging ahead in challenging times, Camerons Limited is one of Jersey’s largest building contractors, and is Jersey’s first Chartered Building Company. “We have a strong order book in all sectors of construction at

the moment” said Camerons managing director Marc Burton, painting a bright picture of optimism for the future of the company. Established in 1956, Camerons has completed an impressive

array of quality projects, both large and small, in all sectors of the built environment.Camerons’ objectives are to deliver quality construction

projects, and foster long-term client relationships. Their philosophy is based on commitment to service, programme and quality, and a developed understanding of their clients’ core requirements.The company’s corporate mission is: “We take pride in having a

family firm’s ethos and consciously develop intimate and friendly relationships with those with whom we come into contact”. The Camerons workteam are dedicated to quality and satisfaction. They have extensive industry experience and possess the tools necessary to take the company successfully into the future.Camerons is a member of the Garenne Group, a group that

invests in businesses operating in the Channel Islands and primarily in the construction, property and related sectors in local industry. The company benefits from membership of the group and draws on the expertise of the other member companies and the experience and knowledge of the group’s management team.

AwardsCamerons has won an impressive string of awards including a RoSPA Gold Award in the Considerate Constructors scheme for high standards of health and safety management on the new Energy from Waste plant at La Collette. In the Jersey Construction Awards 2010 Camerons employee Gareth Bisson won the title of Apprentice of the Year, whilst in the same awards in 2009, the company won the Business of the Year category; the Project of the Year Category (for the Grand Hotel Development); the Industry Achiever of the Year category (presented to Camerons employee Jason Luce for the Grand Hotel project), and the Young Industry Achiever category (presented to Camerons employee Greg Morrison for the Co-op/Clos du Fort project).In addition, in June 2009, Camerons was awarded Level 3

status by the States of Jersey’s Environmental Department as an Eco Active Business LEADER, having demonstrated their commitment to reducing waste, recycling and improving energy consumption.In the Jersey Enterprise Awards 2009, Camerons was a

shortlisted finalist in the Play.com Large Business of the Year category. Camerons employee Andy Joubert won the title of Chartered

Institute of Building Construction Manager of the Year 2008 for his work on the Liberty Wharf Tourism and Transportation Centre.Contract Journal awarded the company the title of Best Place

to Work (11-100 Employees), commending the firm for staff comments on the running of the business.Camerons were also placed in the top five Contractors in

Building Magazine’s recent ‘Building Good Employer Guide 2010’.

Achieving excellenceCamerons is dedicated to achieving excellence in all facets of construction and committed to the highest standards of both management and technical skills. This goal is complemented by a co-operative business culture which seeks to both promote and sustain long-term relationships with clients and partners and lead to repeat business and continuous improvement in their customer service.Building on their history of social awareness and charitable

work, the company aim is to contribute to a sustainable future through:Company staff: trained and developed in roles providing fulfilling

employment, whilst maintaining a culture which encourages an enjoyable life-work balance.Clients and investors: who the company will listen to in order

that they can deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that exceed expectations.Partners: who Camerons will collaborate with to develop long

term partnerships based on fair procurement methods, where long term reward is the company objective.Environmental awareness: Camerons promote solutions that

minimise all forms of resource consumption, with a consistent goal of reducing the carbon footprint of their assets and the protection of natural supplies.

Health and SafetyCamerons strive for continuous improvement in health and safety performance. Their commitment to health and safety contributes to the success and efficiency of every project, which in turn contributes to client satisfaction. Safety begins with training for the company’s own teams, based on national standards, Health and Safety Executive legislation and in accordance with Camerons’ company safety policy. To maintain high standards, all managers and members of

staff undergo special regular health and safety courses. Just as safety has to be designed into every project by the architects, Camerons is responsible for ensuring that construction is planned and carried out with a full health and safety specification throughout the supply chain. This applies to every aspect of the work, down to the fine details of the materials that are specified and used, as well as the preparation of method statements to ensure safe systems of working.

Social responsibilityCamerons’ approach to corporate social responsibility ensures that all aspects of their business activities are undertaken in a manner that is safe, sustainable, respectful of the environment, and socially responsible.Camerons recognises both the business imperative and moral

obligation to behave in a socially responsible and environmentally sustainable manner. From health and safety to environmental protection, they are committed to making sure that the actions they take today will help make tomorrow a better place.In the community, Camerons recognise the environmental,

social and economic needs of the communities they work in and involve them in suitable initiatives that utilise the company’s skills, time and financial support.In terms of services, Camerons aim to develop assets using

sustainable, safe methods of work and continue to operate them

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for the full concession duration striving to continuously improve their service for the benefit of all stakeholders.

Major current projectsMajor current and recent projects by Camerons include developments at La Collette Energy From Waste plant (which has currently won two national awards); Salisbury Crescent; Ogier House at 44 Esplanade and Mont A L’abbe School (phase 2).

La Colette EFWCarried out for the States of Jersey Transport and Technical Services Department, this £98.66 million project at La Colette near St Helier commenced in February 2009 with a contract period of 26 months.Planning Architects are Hopkins; Architects are EPR; Structural

Engineers are Campbell Reith; Mechanical Engineers are Mitie and the Landscape Architect is Michael Felton.CSBC Ltd, a Jersey registered company was formed between

CNIM and SBC Ltd for the construction of the new Energy from Waste Facility. SBC Ltd in a Jersey registered company formed in 2000 originally for the construction of Albert Pier Housing in St. Helier, Jersey. The company is owned jointly by Camerons Ltd and their French partners Spie Batignolles TPCI and offers solutions to large scale civil engineering contracts in Jersey utilising not only local labour, but also the European markets for labour, procurement of materials and sub-contractors and plant.CSBC Ltd is responsible for the construction of the foundations

and and the concrete and structural steel superstructure, as well as all internal finishes to habitable work areas and extensive hard

landscaping.CNIM is designing and installing all the process plant for the

operation of the facility. La Collette Energy from Waste facility will provide a reliable

means of waste disposal for the Island over the next 25 years and provide up to 7% of the Island’s electricity needs. The contract is for a new, modern plant that will meet the highest air quality standards in Europe and replace the ageing Bellozanne incinerator which is now well past its useful operational life. The new facility will more than double the renewable power generated from waste on island.The shuttering technique employed by CSBC to construct the

bunker which will store waste prior to incineration, has enabled an extremely high quality of concrete finish to be produced in a very quick time, making for an efficient, safe and speedy construction. It is believed that this type of shuttering has not been used on Island since the Albert Pier development was completed in 2004. Specialist workers from France and Portugal have been working with the shuttering in tandem with local workers setting up the reinforcement.As part of the recent works on site, the introduction of over 500

cubic metres of concrete for the bunker slab is believed to be the largest single concrete pour ever undertaken in one day on the island.The works undertaken by CSBC Ltd require the employment

of numerous Jersey based contractors to undertake the earthworths, piling, steel reinforcement and finishing trades, to compliment to specialist works for the concrete structures and external structural steel frame, cladding and roofing works.


In all some 350 men are on site at peak time, making this Jersey’s largest construction project.Camerons Ltd, in association with Spie Batignolles was

recognised by the Considerate Constructors Scheme 2010 National Site Awards for their work on this development. This was the first time a Jersey company had been given the award. “We invest significantly in ensuring that all of our sites exceed

recognised industry standards but it is always extremely satisfying to have this investment recognised by independent national bodies. It is a testament to the hard work of all our teams to receive these awards”, said Andy Hall, Garenne Group’s Chief Executive Officer.Jersey’s Minister for Transport and Technical Services, Mike

Jackson, visited the construction site in June, and was highly impressed by the quality of workmanship.“It is good to see the work moving on apace on site and to

such a high standard” said the Minister. “Replacing the aging Bellozanne incinerator with this new state-of-the-art Energy from Waste facility is a top priority for the Island”.“This is the biggest single capital project ever undertaken by

the States of Jersey and will transform waste management on the Island, so I am delighted that our local contractors, working in partnership with specialists from France are producing such high quality results”, said the Minister.Speaking for CSBC (Jersey) Limited, Martin Holmes welcomed

the Minister’s visit and said “There is a lot to be celebrated about the design and quality of construction for the new Energy from Waste facility. The construction team are to be congratulated for the quality of their work on site”.

Ogier House office buildingCamerons acted as main contractor for the prestigious recently completed Ogier House office building at 44 Esplanade, St Helier, which sets a new Island benchmark in excellence and innovationOgier, one of the world’s leading providers of offshore legal and

fiduciary services, moved into Ogier House, the Channel Islands’ largest and greenest single occupancy office in September 2010. Ogier House represents the partners’ commitment to the

business and is vital to the long-term business strategy. This office move has its genesis in decisions taken in 2007 on how to sustain and accommodate the growth that had been generated by a very healthy business as well as providing headroom for the future. The pivotal decision of opting for a purpose built premise to

house the planned growth was the result of careful deliberation, market assessment and also a recognition that the aspirations of providing a world class service to clients would be easier to achieve if the building were designed from a blank canvas. The development site was identified as providing the ideal

location for Ogier’s new office. The partnership between Ogier, the developer JCN and Camerons has resulted in an outstanding building and a new landmark for St Helier. The result of this landmark project is Jersey’s greenest building

to date, conforming to a national BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method) standard – the first project in the Channel Islands ever to comply with such stringent environmental benchmarks.


The entire project team can now celebrate the completion of the building which is not only a stunning piece of design which is complementary to its surroundings, but also an environmentally sound structure offering the highest levels of office accommodation. With a floor plate large enough to support 700 staff over six floors, containing open plan work areas, state of the art meeting rooms and individual offices, a fully serviced cafe and roof terrace and one of the most sophisticated building management systems (BMS) available, the final product is one which client and contractor are very proud of.Local architects, Naish Waddington, were commissioned in

2005 to design a beautiful building that would be both fitting in terms of its location whilst boasting the lowest carbon footprint achievable. “We initially gained planning consent for a five-storey office development”, said a statement from Naish Waddington. “However, Ogier were looking for a new headquarters premises on the Esplanade and had a requirement for a much larger building at approximately 100,000sq ft, which we could achieve only if we had permission for an additional storey. We had to work closely with the Planning Department and Ogier fit out team to ensure that our emerging design was tailored to Ogier’s precise requirements. This became our new brief. We had a constructive dialogue and ultimate support from the Planning Minister and his department, and engaged with his initiative to raise the standards of architectural design in Jersey, and have embraced the Percent for Art concept”.In preparation for the build, which commenced February 2008,

Camerons sent Ogier House project manager, Phil Horsley, to the UK to become a qualified BREEAM assessor. This training enabled Mr. Horsley to manage the project to the exacting standards of BREEAM, calculating at every step, the


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environmental impact of both the construction process and the final product. He managed all aspects of the build, including water and fuel consumption, as well as waste management, to meet the BREEAM target rating of ‘very good’.Before the demolition of the original building at 44 Esplanade

commenced, Camerons’ project team, led by Mr. Horsley, worked with the designs to re-sequence the initial build of the shell, reducing the construction time by several months. These complicated changes to the schedule meant that the team had to adopt innovative construction techniques, saving both time and money while also reducing the environmental impact of the build.The stunning façade of Ogier House is possibly the most

technical aspect of the structure. “We employed a full time manager for the façade alone”, said Mr. Horsley. “The façade was incredibly complex as it required the team to initially curtain wall the entire south facing elevation before attaching the concrete columns which are fundamental to the building’s striking appearance.“These columns, however, had to penetrate through the

weather-proof glass façade - an extremely difficult operation as we were working to tolerances of two and three mm. There were only two suppliers in Europe, one of which was UK based, which were able to supply the corrosion protection we required for this. To carry out this complex work we required a sub-contractor with a set of very specific skills and were happy to be able to work with our sister company, Granite Le Pelley.“The location also proved a challenge for the construction team


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as there are only inches separating the buildings either side of Ogier House. It was essential that the teams worked to schedule to ensure ‘just in time delivery’ of materials could be managed effectively. Although at first glance the site looks as though it is easily accessible and in close proximity to potential storage areas, it was in fact like working on a site in London, of which I have experience! We worked very closely with Transport and Technical Services to ensure deliveries and any temporary road closures caused as little disruption to the public as possible”.The 55-week fit out commenced in June 2009. “The three nine-

metre by nine-metre atria, which run through every floor to the roof of the building, were the biggest technical challenge for the fit out team. The result is an abundance of natural light flooding throughout the office accommodation and a very effective air conditioning system that is regulated by a state of the art building management system. The atria are also a focal point for staff and visitors - they really are very impressive”, added Camerons’ fit out project manager, Grant Pendreigh. The three glass atria provide outlets for the air conditioning

system, which then recycles the air in units positioned on the roof, contributing to the building’s green credentials. On some floors of the building, the glass walls of the atria form elevations of meeting rooms, and on others the atria are left open, with balustrades surrounding the structure. The construction of these atria posed a unique challenge for the team and was unlike any other project ever undertaken by Camerons.

Salisbury CrescentCurrently progressing well and slightly ahead of schedule is a project at Salisbury Crescent (located opposite Grande Marche),

where Camerons are constructing a much-needed 33-home social housing development for the states of Jersey Housing Department. The £5,900,000 86-week project is being carried out under an

IFC 84 Amended for Jersey Law form of contract.Architects for the scheme are Morris Architects; Engineers are

T&G Ltd and Quantity Surveyors are the Colin Smith Partnership.The scheme comprises the construction of nine houses and 24

flats in four blocks, a well as the construction of a basement level car park situated below the houses and a new courtyard, which is also being created as part of the development.Extensive ground decontamination was required on the

development’s brown field site, with specialists called in to supervise the disposal of contaminated materials to designated disposal areas.All of the properties are of traditional construction with double

skin block work with a cement render and will incorporate Velfac windows and pitched tiled roofs. The houses will have private gardens and the flats will have communal gardens.The scheduled start of the project was brought forward under

a States of Jersey Fiscal Stimulus programme, geared to stimulating the construction industry on the island.The project started in September 2009.

Mont a l’Abbe SchoolThe project at Mont a L’Abbe School in Queens Road, St Helier, involves the construction of a new extension designed for the use of children with special needs.The 49 week £2,700,000 contract is being carried out for the


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States of Jersey Education Department and commenced in January 2010.Architects are the States of Jersey Property Holdings;

Engineers are Beaumont and Structural Consultants and Quantity Surveyors are the Colin Smith PartnershipThe project is being carried out under a JCT 80 with Quantities

form of contractThe single storey extension incorporates a swimming pool

of uniform depth, designed for assisted swimming activities. Additional facilities include a kitchen and classrooms.The extension is of traditional construction, with a portal

steel frame, rendered cavity block work external walls, Velfac windows and a slated pitched roof. The project also involves the creation of extensive external hard and soft play areas, including a sensory garden.

Continuous growthOver the last 50 years, Camerons has evolved as a traditional company whose objectives are to deliver quality construction by using the most up to date building practices. This is underpinned by an inherent knowledge of the island’s requirements, business practice, and challenges. It has earned them the confidence of customers, subcontractors, employees and the community alike.There are many other landmark developments which the

company is exceptionally proud of and believe convey the quality and excellence that has come to be expected of them. These include: Albert Pier Housing, Radisson Hotel, Waterfront Leisure Centre, D’Auvergne School, La Moye Prison, Liberty Wharf, the Turner Building at Highlands College and the refurbishment of the Grand Hotel, which was awarded Project of the Year 2009 at the Jersey Construction Awards.Camerons adopt a strategy of innovation and continual

improvement as evidenced by the success of their Joint Venture partnerships at the St Helier Waterfront, specifically with their French colleagues, Spie Batignolles, on the Albert Pier Housing project. Their knowledge gain and retained resources have given them unique access to European markets for future projects.

bellpumpsbellpumps are specialist potable water and waste water pumping and treatment engineers with over 40 years’ experience with all

types of systems around the island. As distributors and service agents for the major pump

manufacturers bellpumps can supply a large range of water, chemical dosing, effluent and sewage pumps as well as potable water and effluent treatment systems including reverse osmosis systems. All systems are specifically designed for the client’s individual requirements.bellpumps also supply rainwater harvesting systems and energy

saving inverter controlled variable speed constant pressure pumping systems. Specialist control systems that incorporate ultrasonic, float switch, conductivity or timer control and can be linked to building management systems are available.bellpumps provide a full contract maintenance and 24 hour

emergency response service for all types of pumping and treatment systems.


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Responsible for construction much of Guernsey’s built environment, shaping the very fabric of the island, RG Falla is a premier building contractor specialising in projects involving large, complex, significant buildings.The company, established in 1956, has a depth of experience

in multiple sectors - from civic buildings, schools, and high tech financial institutions to commercial and residential projects. This diversity is a testament to the overall trust and high profile reputation for quality which the company has cultivated over the years. A small sample of the company’s impressive development

portfolio comprises multi million pound projects including those at: Glategny Esplanade; Admiral Park; Generali House; Trafalgar Court; NM Rothschild; Marina View; Fermain Hotel and St Christophes; Vega Apartments; St Sampsons and Le Murier Schools; St Andrews Grammar School and the Royal Court building.RG Falla is a member of the Garenne Group, which invests

primarily in the construction, property and related sectors in local industry operating in the Channel Islands.

Glategny EsplanadeA major current development being carried out by RG Falla as main contractors is the multi-million pound Glategny Esplanade project, a mixed development comprising the construction of a 60,000sq ft four storey office block; the refurbishment of an adjacent listed building; the construction of a multi storey car park to the rear of the office block; the construction of a number of residential developments around the site; and the construction of a surface car park. Two fit-outs have also been carried out within the office block for occupiers who have already taken up residence - Jersey Financial Services Commission, who have taken the ground floor and advocate practice Collis Day, who are occupying the first floor.The site presents a difficult access environment due to size

and terrain levels, thereby, increasing the complexity of the civil

engineering and geotechnical enabling works.Internally, the new office block is generally open plan and

has been completed to Category A standard. Finishes are of a particularly high quality - such as in the building’s concierge reception area, featuring limestone finishes on the walls and floors and a limestone reception desk.All four floors and the rooftop provide sweeping views over the

Queen Elizabeth II Marina and the nearby islands of Herm, Sark and Alderney.The building, which has a flat roof, is a steel frame structure

clad with limestone on the sea elevation and insulated render on the other three sides.A three-storey concrete framed car park with concrete block

elevations, concrete floors and a green sedum roof has been constructed to the rear of the office building, which it will serve.The listed four storey building adjoining the office block -

originally a merchant’s house - is undergoing a full structural refurbishment.The works include the installation of new windows, new wall

linings, new roofing, and new mechanical and electrical works, as well as full internal re-decoration retaining original features such as coving and doors. A new two-storey link block joining the refurbished building to the new office building has also been constructed.The residential element of the scheme includes the construction

of a new block of five houses for private sale on Well Road, which has just been completed. Meanwhile, a further development comprising four town houses, also for private sale, is progressing on Don Street and a new development of luxury flats to be called Les Canichers is just commencing on the western side of the site, with groundworks currently underway.The surface car park at Salarie Corner, which will provide

overspill parking for the office block, has been constructed on the former site of a quarry. Significant groundworks, including cliff and rock stabilisation, were required.

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Admiral ParkAt Admiral Park in St Peter Port, RG Falla carried out a £35 million scheme for clients Comprop involving the construction of two 90,000 square feet four storey office blocks. The steel framed buildings are clad in curtain walling and stone and fitted out to a category A specification. The development also included a two storey underground car park for 650 cars.

Generali House, St Peter Port, GuernseyThe £4.5 million scheme for clients Mighty Mouse Ltd comprised the construction of a 25,000 sq ft office development over four floors with roof terrace for office workers, as well as the creation of an underground car park with 19 spaces.Architects were BAS Architects; Engineers were Dorey Lyle &

Ashman.

Trafalgar Court, St Peter Port, GuernseyA high tech financial institution was constructed in a £22 million development for clients LPE Ltd, providing an impressive building including air conditioned offices with polished granite cladding and curtain walling, together with a multi-storey car park for 500 cars.Architects were Lovell Ozanne and Partners; Engineers were

Dorey Lyle & Ashman.

NM Rothschild, St Peter Port, GuernseyThis £1.2 million project for NM Rothschild & Son (Guernsey) Limited comprised the refurbishment of five floors of office space, including the installation of mechanical and electrical systems; the re-planning of space for new cellular and open plan offices, the installation of suspended ceilings, and new carpeting and decoration throughout. Additionally, a prestigious reception area

was created with associated meeting rooms and restroom and shower facilities. The client remained in occupation throughout the contract, which was completed in stages.Architects were Dunnell Robertson & Partners.

Marina ViewIn a £30 million development at Marina View, St Peter Port, RG Falla constructed an impressive building incorporating 60,000 square feet of office accommodation, 36 residential units, two retail units and a health club for clients Premier Developments and ING Real Estate.

Fermain Hotel and ChristophesThe £2.7 million project, carried out for clients Healthspan Ltd, was completed in two phases, with Phase 1 comprising the alteration and refurbishment of an existing building to provide Christophes Restaurant, including high quality carpentry work, activities rooms and a cinema. Phase 2 involved the alteration of the first floor to provide 15 high quality ensuite bedrooms.Architects were Golf Associates Limited; Engineers were

McCathie Associates Limited.

Vega Apartments, St Peter Port, GuernseyConstructed in a £20 million project for Cmprop/Garenne Developments, Vega Apartments are part of a prestigious development in a prime location on Guernsey’s east coast and enjoying spectacular views over the neighbouring islands of Herm and Sark.The development consists of four main buildings to the front

with a separate fifth unit to the rear, all surrounded by landscaped grounds with a fully enclosed and secure underground car park below.


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The main four buildings are known as ‘Little Russell’, ‘Vermette’, ‘Epec’, ‘Godfrey’ and ‘Alligande’.In total there are 85 luxury apartments, incorporating very high

quality fixtures and fittings, all coming together to produce an excellent, modern living environment.Architects were Lovell Ozanne & Partners; Engineers were

W.S.P. Cantor Seinuk.

St Sampsons High and Le Murier SchoolsMoving onto projects in the public sector, two schools benefiting from the company’s construction expertise are St Sampsons High and Le Murier Schools in Guernsey.The £37 million project included construction of a mainstream

secondary school for 720 students and a special needs school for 130 students, with facilities including a 25 metre swimming pool, hydrotherapy pool, sensory garden, two full size grass football pitches, an all weather pitch and one multi-use tarmac pitch.

St Andrew’s Grammar School, GuernseyThe £4 million scheme for the States of Guensey Education Department involved the construction of a two storey sixth form centre including teaching rooms, an administration area, a refectory, toilets and an enclosed 1st floor link walkway connecting to the existing grammar school. The project also involved the provision of power, lighting, data cabling, lift installations, heating and air conditioning to facilitate the state of the art, high tech development.Another aspect of the scheme included the laying of concrete

paving and tarmac hardstandings and the creation of a hard play area and a car park, together with planting and the introduction of a new student drop off and collection system for the entire school.

Royal CourtAnother public sector project carried out by RG Falla is the £15 million Royal Court development in St Peter Port, Guernsey, involving the design and construction of an extension to the existing Royal Court to accommodate new court rooms, complete with ancillary areas and environmental services. The project also included alternation of the original Royal Court building and the realignment of Rue Marguerite, as well as protection of all other buildings and structures on the site and around its boundaries.


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Three impressive major developments including the construction of a new data park, a superb state of the art office building and prestigious luxury apartments and penthouses, are being carried out in Guernsey for Long Port Properties.

Guernsey Data ParkScheduled to open in 2011 to provide a unique data centre environment for knowledge and technology-based industries looking for a high quality home, this development provides a number of dedicated purpose-built data centres, disaster recovery and business continuity management units in a location outside of St Peter Port’s financial district. The scheme includes individual large DC and DR suites ranging from 10,000 sq. ft. and terraced smaller DC & DR suites from 1,000 sq. ft. The development also offers the possibility for ancillary office

accommodation, archiving and storage and will incorporate hard and soft landscaping, including a 5m green buffer zone. Buildings will be ready for occupation in 2011.

Royal TerraceA flagship residential development, Royal Terrace is located on the edge of St Peter Port, overlooking the QEII Marina and offering breathtaking views towards Herm, Jethou and Sark. Comprising 46 luxury local market apartments and eight

superlative open market penthouses, together with prime health, leisure and retail facilities in the best location on the island, Royal Terrace will truly be an exceptional development.The luxurious specification for two and three bedroom

apartments on the development will include: solid oak flooring

and doors; fully fitted solid oak kitchens; fully integrated Neff appliances including fridge freezers, dishwashers and double ovens; integrated waste disposal; separate utility rooms with Miele washing machines and tumble dryers; fully tiled travertine marble bathrooms with Villeroy & Boch three piece suite, including WC, wash hand basin and space bath with shower over. Master bedrooms will have fitted solid oak wardrobes and

Top contractor constructs three prestigious projects in Guernsey


Charles Le Quesne’s Jersey division is continuing its reputation for luxury exclusive homes with a demolition and re-build project at Cedar Cottage, after one of the wettest winters on record did its best to disrupt the project at a vital stage. Quantity surveyor Nic Michel, whose team began work on the site in October 2009, told Premier Construction, “Last winter [2009-10] was one of the wettest we have ever seen on the island. “There was a lot of snow on the mainland and thankfully we

avoided the worst of it here, but the rain nevertheless caused us a few problems. We were at the stage of ground works during the bad weather, and unfortunately when that happens, no matter how keen you are you keep things moving, there’s only so much you can do.“We also faced one or two difficulties with the frame of the

building, which is a steel and timber composite, due to the different tolerances of the materials. All the timber was cut off site, but if we work on this type of frame again, I’d prefer to use timber panels on site to get the sizes right and so on”.Despite early setbacks, the project has developed into a

stunning private residence that now looks like being completed before the end of 2010. The five bedroom house has three bathrooms, one of which adjoins the master bedroom as an en suite. The same room features a walk-in office area.The property has high ceilings throughout, and the ground floor

areas are of interest, according to Nic, who says, “The lounge, dining and kitchen areas are all painted brilliant white and make up virtually one large open space, except that there is a huge full-height stone fireplace feature in the middle that grabs your eye, and a very large set of glazed doors at one end of the living room”.Externally, the house features a mixture of insulated render and

imported Cornish stone to one of the elevations. Solar panels for water heating accompany a heat exchange system, both of which plug into a central energy management system which has provisions for further connections. All of the property’s heating is under floor.The contract does not include landscaping within its remit, as

the private client has decided to have that work done separately once the house itself is complete. However, Charles le Quesne’s

contract has included completion of a stand-alone garage to the side.Work on the house is now at the stage of electrical fit-out and

Nic expects work there to be complete by Christmas 2010.

Jersey contractors put wet winter behind them as residential project completion approaches

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Royal ChambersRoyal Chambers is a six storey, 60,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art multi-let office at the heart of Guernsey’s financial centre in St. Peter Port. The development will offer complete flexibility, with superior

office suites that can be designed to a client’s specification, with many of the offices having the advantage of stunning sea views. There will also be secure underground parking with a total of 74

spaces, together with secure basement storage areas. The Long Port Group is a dynamic property development

regeneration and investment company based in St Peter Port, Guernsey. It has an outstanding track record in groundbreaking products, securing its reputation as one of the leading developers in the Channel Islands.Long Port is responsible for the sympathetic regeneration

and redevelopment of several historically significant sites in Guernsey, as well as an extensive number of brown field sites in the UK.

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