Refurb specialist Inco Contracts says it is just weeks away from delivery of a £2.85m industrial project in Liverpool city region. Tony McDonough reports

Inco Contracts says it is just six weeks away from completion of a £2.85m industrial refurbishment contract in St Helens.

One of its largest contracts in the North West, Inco has taken on the full refurbishment of the 102,694 sq ft Eurolinks warehouse and office block in the town for Black Cat Building Consultancy and landlord EQT Exeter.

Phase 1 strip out and demolition of the two-storey office block, installed by the previous tenant, started in March. Up to 50 people at any one time worked on the job to ensure the company meets the nine-month schedule.

Roof works have included the removal of redundant flues, vents and penetrations. Specialists have replaced top skin skylights, installed a secondary siphonic system and applied cutting-edge corrosion treatment and gutter coatings. 

One of the most complex aspects of the work to date has been the installation of new dock leveller ramps and external dock housings and shelters.

“This sizable refurbishment project shows how far we have come in the North West and how our reputation for speed, quality and trust is winning work ahead of our rivals,” said Matthew Penswick, Inco regional director in the North West.

“Eurolinks will be a real statement strip-out and refit, providing a gleaming warehouse and office block that the client will be able to rent-out straight away.

“By the time we complete in December, the warehouse and office will have received a complete makeover and will even feature six electric vehicle chargers.

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“Our supply chain management has been key to getting the contract on track and within the timeframe specified, giving the client the best possible chance of finding new tenants before the end of the year.”

Inco Contracts is currently working on decoration of the warehouse steels and walls and the installation of a polished concrete floor, new electrical mains panels and new LED lighting.

At the same time, specialists are removing an old lift and replacing it with a more modern alternative in the offices and a dedicated team is overseeing full M&E work including HVAC, small power and fire alarm. 

Matthew added: “We’re on course for £14m revenue in the North West alone by the end of the year and this has been generated from new wins in commercial, industrial and now education. There’s a real momentum behind us in this region.”

From its Warrington office, Inco is a specialist in industrial, commercial and education refurbishment schemes across the North West and the North of England.