NEWS STORIES
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Fire protection: The critical importance of certification in public buildings
SEPTEMBER 2025
When it comes to protecting lives and property, there are few areas more critical than fire safety, especially in public buildings. Schools, hospitals, libraries, council offices, and community facilities must ensure that fire protection measures are installed correctly, maintained, and meet the stringent standards set out in legislation.
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Carman Contracting undertakes major refurbishment contract at Havant Justice Centre
SEPTEMBER 2025
Carman Contracting has started work on a substantial refurbishment project at Havant Justice Centre for our long-standing client Equans. Located just north of Havant Park and adjacent to the police station, the Justice Centre is undergoing a comprehensive upgrade programme.
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Carman Contracting delivers its largest solar project to date for Flexicovers
SEPTEMBER 2025
Carman Contracting has started work on its largest solar project to date: the new factory premises for Flexicovers, a UK manufacturer of high-quality boat covers for some of the country’s most recognisable marine brands.
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Carman Contracting’s guide to fire door safety: Why expertise matters
AUGUST 2025
When it comes to fire safety in public, commercial, and larger residential buildings, fire doors are a vital line of defence. Greg Watts, Carman Contracting’s fire protection specialist, explains how understanding fire door regulations and investing in quality installation and maintenance can make the difference between life and death.
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Carman delivers CCTV and security upgrade at Cambridge Business Park
AUGUST 2025
Carman Contracting has completed a security installation project at the Crown Estate’s Cambridge Business Park for long-standing client, Pullman Contracting.
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Carman Contracting celebrates 5 years of growth and continued success
JULY 2025
Carman Contracting is proud to celebrate its fifth anniversary this year. Over the past five years, we've grown rapidly, secured high-profile contracts, established a reputation as a dependable partner across both commercial and private sectors, and outgrown our offices!
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Carman Contracting begins extensive renovation at Taunton Crown Court
MARCH 2025
Carman Contracting has begun work on an extensive restoration and renovation project at the historic Taunton Crown Court at Taunton Shire Hall. The contract, awarded to long-standing client Equans through a single source tender, involves comprehensive façade and roof repairs as well as internal renovations to the Grade II listed building.
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Project Manager, Greg Watts, celebrates 4 years with Carman Contracting
APRIL 2025
Carman Contracting recently celebrated a milestone, as Project Manager Greg Watts marked his fourth anniversary with the company.
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Carman Contracting to lead major lighting installation for major government building
JANUARY 2025
Carman Contracting has secured its largest project to date with long-standing client Equans for a significant lighting installation at large government building. On site from October 2024, the contract will run until March 2025 and involves the design, procurement and installation of lighting solutions throughout the building.
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Carman Contracting secures new contract with Fit Out UK for Lloyds Banking Group
DECEMBER 2024
Carman Contracting has started an exciting series of projects for Fit Out UK, a leading fit-out and logistics provider, as part of a comprehensive wind and watertight programme for Lloyds Banking Group.
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Carman Contracting awarded major project for New Forest District Council following competitive tender
DECEMBER 2024
Carman Contracting has been awarded a significant project by the New Forest District Council to convert an existing residential property in Ringwood into separate flats. This project, won through a highly competitive tender process, is Carman Contracting’s first major residential contract for the council.
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Carman Contracting expands partnership with Amiri Homes
NOVEMBER 2024
Carman Contracting has secured a new contract with Amiri Homes, continuing our successful partnership in delivering sustainable energy solutions.
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Carman Contracting completes charity project to build a replica courtroom for Richard Huish College’s Law School
AUGUST 2024
James Selwood and Rory Carman, Carman Contracting's founders and directors, had the pleasure of attending the opening event on January 17th of the new state-of-the-art replica courtroom at Richard Huish College's Law School in Taunton.
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Carman Contracting showcases its heritage restoration expertise
MAY 2024
Carman Contracting has completed the restoration and replacement of 20 old sash windows at the Castle Street Almshouse flats in Reading as part of a Thames Valley Surveying test project. This initial trial phase is part of the main project's approval process, which will see 140 windows refurbished or replaced at the Grade II listed property.