Turner & Townsend appointed to support BAE Systems’ Ship Build Hall in Scotland
Turner & Townsend has been appointed by global security and aerospace company, BAE Systems, as the New Engineering Contract (NEC) project manager to support the delivery of Ship Build Hall in Glasgow, Scotland.
With the construction of the facility already underway and practical completion expected in Spring 2025, the new Ship Build Hall is set to become a landmark building in Glasgow, where the latest Type 26 anti-submarine warfare frigates are being constructed for the Royal Navy.
The hall is a key element of BAE Systems’ modernisation and digitalisation of its shipbuilding facilities at Govan and Scotstoun. Alongside a range of infrastructure and automation improvements, the company is introducing digital technology such as tablets and kiosk screens on the shop floor to streamline processes.
Once complete, the 170m long and 80m-wide structure will provide the space and services for BAE Systems to build two frigates, side-by-side, and will also help enable efficient and safe shipbuilding for decades to come with future work unaffected by adverse weather.
Turner & Townsend's Scotland-based infrastructure team will provide their expertise in cost control and project management for the new Ship Build Hall as per their administration role on the NEC.
Steven Jackson, Director of Infrastructure, Turner & Townsend, Scotland said:
BAE Systems’ investment in the long-term future of its Govan and Scotstoun facilities will transform and enhance shipbuildings in Glasgow.
"Our UK-wide expertise in the defence sector and project delivery and administration/implementation of major projects will play a key role in helping to deliver this new facility."
