Carillion starts work on Sunderland city centre regeneration

Work has begun on a major regeneration scheme which will transform Sunderland city centre, starting with Vaux brewery.

Work is due to start on the first building at the former Vaux brewery site in Sunderland today, with the 60,000sq ft office block the first of its kind to be built in the city for several years.

The building, which has been derelict for 17 years, will become part of the major regeneration scheme.

The  works are being carried out by joint venture Siglion, made of Carillion, Sunderland City Council and Igloo Regeneration, with the aim to regenerate Sunderland and re-position it as a place for opportunities and investment.

It will be one of the few sites in the city centre offering Grade A office space to attract new businesses.

At the peak of construction, between 100 and 120 jobs will be created and opportunities for apprentices who are training at Carillion’s Apprenticeship Training Centre in Sunderland.

The site, which will include office, retail, residential and leisure facilities, will be one of five areas in the city to be redeveloped in the 20 year regeneration scheme.

As part of its commitment, Carillion with be working with local suppliers for 60% of its needs.

Construction of the office building will create between 100 and 120 jobs at its peak. The project will also offer opportunities for apprentices who are training at Carillion’s Apprenticeship Training Centre in Sunderland. As part of Carillion’s commitment to working with local suppliers its aim is that 60 per cent of it’s spend will be with suppliers in the region.

Michael Rutherford, senior project manager with Carillion said: “Today not only signals an important milestone for the iconic Vaux site but for the wider regeneration of Sunderland which we are excited to be a part of it. As a business Carillion is committed to adding lasting value to society and this starts on our doorstep. This means focusing on jobs for local people, training and community engagement.”

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