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David adds : “ To reduce our carbon emissions , we invested in the UK ’ s first Scania hybrid lorry for the construction market , which is currently operational at Heathrow . Additionally , we switched our fuel from diesel to hydrotreated vegetable oil ( HVO ), which led to a whopping 92 per cent reduction in our carbon emissions .”
As our conversation draws to a close , James provides an outlook on the company ’ s future . “ In terms of goals , I ’ m personally not motivated by turnover growth , but instead I want us to continue delivering high-quality projects for top clients ,” he says . “ Next year will be our 50th anniversary , and with the third generation now coming through the ranks ,
I ’ m just keen to maintain the business and keep it healthy .
“ None of this would be possible without our father and uncle ; we have taken over the running of the business , but it was their hard work that led to us becoming one of the UK ’ s premiere construction companies ,” James concludes . “ It makes me incredibly proud to have my family working alongside me and be able to give people opportunities to create their own success story .” ■
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