FES were appointed by Peel Ports in 2013 to carry out the Design, Build and Deployment of their major infrastructure upgrade within the Port of Liverpool’s redevelopment. Along with a new deep water terminal, incorporating a resilient infrastructure solution to support the new and existing development.

FES was appointed “Principal Contractor” on this project and as such were responsible for designing, planning, managing and co-ordinating work during the construction phases. The project is still in development, due for completion in July 2016. 

The scheme included for the excavation and reinstatement of 4km ducting arrangement throughout the “fully operational” port.

Douglas Coleman, Programme Director for Peel Ports said: “This is a great step forward for our expansion plans at the Port of Liverpool, which includes the deep water container terminal at Liverpool2.

“We operate in an increasingly competitive market and understand that in order to continue growing our business and deliver world class customer service; we need to invest in our current infrastructure.

“By working with FES and Scottish Power ManWeb we are not only able to support our current projects, but we are able to ensure we have the capacity and resilient infrastructure in place to support future expansion plans, as we grow and evolve as a port.”

 

FES provided the Electrical Services including HV and LV distribution equipment, small power and lighting, emergency lighting central battery system, lighting controls, IT infrastructure, fire alarms and security systems.

Substantial tunnels, up to 3.5m deep, beneath the floor are the main routes to carry the building services infrastructure such as power and lighting, security cameras and IT cables. These feed into a discreet rail of services running the length of the museum walls.

The communication of the complex geometry and setting out of the steel structure was a key challenge for the entire team. To overcome this challenge, 3D modelling was utilised by all team members for both design development and construction information.

Both the front and rear elevations are designed to have an expansive clear façade with a large overhang, reducing solar exposure to the building interior. The rear elevation provides views up and down the Clyde. A key feature is the spectacular pleated and curved metal roof which houses a low energy heating and cooling system hidden within the fabric of the building.

Councillor Gordon Matheson on the opening ceremony stated: “The Riverside Museum is a breath-taking new home for our internationally-renowned transport collection.”

“The exhibits inside this magnificent new building have been given a further lease of life thanks to some stunning new displays that not only show off the trains, cars, trams and bikes, but also tell the stories of the people who made them, bought them, used them and loved them.”

Edinburgh Airport has grown dramatically in size over the years, and numerous items of electrical plant were required to be upgraded in line with current legislation and operational protocols. Initially, the project involved the removal and replacement of Distribution Transformers and below ground Diesel fuel tanks which supplied localised Generators. In addition to these works, the decision was taken to remove and replace the current 15 panel 11kV switchboard which serviced the terminal building and other stakeholder buildings. The project was delivered within schedule, and earned appraisal from airport officials.