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    ContractsOverhead Crane Modifications at Fujin Test Hall
    Awarded contract

    Overhead Crane Modifications at Fujin Test Hall

    Awarded
    £489.9k
    Published 4 Nov 2026

    Direct award to KONE for upgrading and modifying existing overhead cranes in the Fujin Test Hall.

    🇬🇧United Kingdom· ScotlandPublished 4 Nov 2026· TodayviaFind a Tender
    Awarded
    £489.9k
    Published 4 Nov 2026

    Decision brief

    4 fields
    • Contract value
      £489,894
      Pounds sterling
    • Closing date
      Not published
      No closing date published
    • Sector
      Manufacturing
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    • Location
      🇬🇧United Kingdom
      Scotland

    Suppliers

    1 supplier
    • KD
      KONECRANES DEMAG UK LIMITED
    Lead contractor

    Lifecycle

    Awarded

    Contract awarded. Originally published today.

    4 November 2026
    Awarded — no open tender advertised

    Brief

    This direct award opportunity involves appointing KONE to perform modifications and upgrades to the existing overhead crane systems located in the Fujin Test Hall as part of the Blyth Development Project. The work focuses on enhancing and modernizing the current crane systems rather than procuring new replacement equipment. KONE will be responsible for assessing the existing infrastructure, implementing necessary technical upgrades, and ensuring the modified cranes meet current operational standards and safety requirements.

    Track record

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    Thin record

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    Publisher
    UK Cabinet Office
    Licence
    OGL v3.0
    Source
    find-tender.service.gov.uk
    Record ID
    ocds-h6vhtk-07b34a

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