The outsider

Article Abstract:

Simons Construction Managing Director Cliff Bryant plans to extend the number of projects the company undertakes and hopes to increase turnover to 200 million pounds sterling from 108 million pounds sterling. He will continue the company's involvement in partnering. Bryant will take over his new role in the family firm on Apr. 1, 1999. He will take over from Paul Hodgkinson who, with his brother Philip, own the family firm. Bryant had worked for Bovis since 1988, initially as a project director and then as a regional director of Bovis North before moving to Simons Construction.

Behavior, Executives, Bryant, Cliff, Simons Construction

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Anders Karlsson

Article Abstract:

Establishing a presence in the UK is a logical step, according to Swedish construction contractor Skanska Europe Pres Anders Karlsson. This is why the company purchased a 7.6% stake in Costain in Oct 1997. Karlsson believes that Skanska will benefit from the shift towards a more client-driven market. He states that the company aims to become a key player in the UK market, but will not discuss its plans in detail. He emphasizes that Skanska is willing to make a long-term commitment to the UK.

Skanska AB, Karlsson, Anders

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The opportunist

Article Abstract:

The economic crisis in Asia has made investments in the region much less expensive, according to Blue Circle Chief Executive Keith Orrell-Jones. Indeed, the company has recently invested 425 million pounds sterling in Asia. However, no further large purchases are planned in the region, and Blue Circle will now focus on absorbing its new operations. Orrell-Jones believes that there are also attractive opportunities in North America, where demand is strong.

Building materials industry, Cement industry, Blue Circle Industries PLC, Orrell-Jones, Keith

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