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| J Tomlinson starts work on new Volvo training hub |
Work has got underway on site at a new £4.3 million training hub being
built by J Tomlinson Ltd for Volvo Car UK.
The new Training and Development Centre in Daventry, Northamptonshire, will
replace the existing training facility, which has been delivering technical,
commercial and management training to Volvo dealer employees from across the UK
since 1980.
Set to open in summer 2017, the new facility will feature remote video
and web-based technologies, and will ensure the firm’s training experience
matches the increasingly cutting-edge nature of its cars.
Nottingham-based construction company J Tomlinson has been appointed to
build the 2,825 m² training hub.
Martin Gallagher, managing director (construction) for J Tomlinson, said:
“Volvo is a name synonymous with quality and safety, and J Tomlinson is very
proud to be constructing a new training and development centre for such a
well-respected, globally known brand – helping the company to continue its
position as an industry leader.
“This is the latest in a number of projects that we have been involved in
for the sector. Last year, J Tomlinson completed work on a redevelopment of
Coventry Transport Museum, while a £5.1 million project to build a new visitor
centre and factory extension for Triumph Motorcycles in Hinckley,
Leicestershire, is just about to finish.”
Working across the
East Midlands, West Midlands and Yorkshire, J Tomlinson provides a range of
integrated building solutions, including construction,
refurbishment, repairs and maintenance, mechanical and electrical services (M&E), and
facilities management.
David Baddeley, Volvo Car UK’s operations director, said: “This is a
significant show of commitment from Volvo in its Daventry operations. Our new
facility will provide the thousands of Volvo dealer employees across the
country with the best possible environment to enhance their knowledge for years
to come, and I am delighted that J Tomlinson has now begun work on the project.”
On completion, the site – which currently employs 32 people – will be
purchased by Daventry District Council and leased back to Volvo Car UK.
For more information, visit www.jtomlinson.co.uk
Press release issued by Nottingham based Perfect 10 PR www.perfect10pr.co.uk
