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28 November 2017 – Slowdown in London Office new build continues
The latest data on London Office new build activity shows a continuation in the slowdown of activity. (Source: Construction News) Whilst undoubtedly there is resilience in the sector away from the City, with the West End in particular still performing strongly, DRS expects the contraction in this important sub sector of the Construction economy to […]
2 November 2017 – DRS Participates in Parliamentary Review for the Finance Sector
DRS is delighted to have been included in this 2017 Parliamentary Review for the Finance Sector. The Parliamentary Review is a guide to financial industry best practice that looks at how sector leaders have responded to challenges in the industry. This edition features contributions from Theresa May and Philip Hammond. In conjunction with the publication, […]
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Statement from DRS Bond Management Ltd in response to 'Construction Enquirer' article on 27th April 2020
As the largest independent Surety Bond brokerage in the UK and Ireland, DRS Bond Management Ltd (“DRS”) has read with interest the article published by Construction Enquirer on 27th April 2020 regarding the availability of Performance Bonds for small and medium sized regional contractors and comment as follows:
Statement on UK Construction Sector and Surety Market Outlook
A number of DRS’ clients have approached us in the last week or so seeking clarification on current surety appetite and our assessment of the direction of travel for Construction per se.
DRS Supports Construction News Specialists Index 2019
DRS Bond Management was delighted to support last week's Construction News Specialists Index launch. The event was very successful, with DRS Managing Director Chris Davies taking part in the interesting panel debates.
DRS Hosts Specialists Round Table with Construction News
DRS Bond Management was delighted to host a very special round table event in partnership with Construction News this month. Debating The Future of the Specialist Contractor were representatives from many of today's leading players, including McGee Group, D-Drill Group, Highways Agency, Sir Robert McAlpine, Keltbray, Emico, Keller Group, Metek and Mabey.
Construction Industry Federation Top 50 Surge Ahead
DRS was privileged last week to support the Construction Industry Federation’s (CIF) Top 50 Contractors launch event in a year that is cause for much celebration. The combined turnover for Ireland’s top construction companies increased by 25% to €8.39 billion last year according to Construction magazine’s annual Top 50 CIF Contractors listing for 2019.
DRS Applauds Another Stellar Year for the Construction News Specialists Awards
On 27 March, over 750 eager participants in this year’s Construction News Specialists Awards gathered at Grosvenor House, London, to celebrate yet another year of innovation and excellence. Launched in 2005, the awards represent the pinnacle of success for the specialist contractors.
DRS - "Building Opportunities" Roadshow - Ireland - June 2018
DRS Bond Management Ltd ("DRS") hosted its "Building Opportunities" Roadshow across Ireland in June 2018. DRS' objective was to raise awareness of Surety Bonds as a superior alternative to bank guarantees for the bonding requirements of the Irish Construction and Property Development sectors.
DRS Supports CIF Top 50 Magazine launch - 3 July 2018
DRS Bond Management Limited (“DRS”) was delighted to sponsor the launch of the Construction Industry Federation (“CIF”) Top 50 Contractors Magazine for 2018 at the Iveagh Garden Hotel in Dublin on 3 July 2018.
1 February 2018 - Trouble at the Top
3 December 2017 - DRS Enters Corporate Partnership with Construction Industry Federation
28 November 2017 - Slowdown in London Office new build continues
2 November 2017 - DRS Participates in Parliamentary Review for the Finance Sector
8 August 2016 - Overview on the European Banking Authority Stress Tests
European Banking Authority (EBA) Stress Tests – with rising bank capital requirements, now Is the time for banking and Surety collaboration.
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