A key role in the charity fund raising abseiling down The Shard in London, reported last month, was played by a Bilco roof hatch. Members of the abseiling team, including Prince Andrew (pictured) emerged from the surface-mounted floor door on the 87th floor to reach the starting point for the 239 m abseil.
The abseil was in aid of the Outward Bound Trust and the Royal Marines Charitable Trust.
Rinnai UK launches applied products division
Rinnai is launching a new division - Rinnai Applied - which will be dedicated to the design, supply and service of larger HVAC units and systems that will meet the specific heating, ventilation, air conditioning and hot water demands of commercial and industrial premises.
Engineering services alliance welcomes government consultation on retentions and late payments
Actuate UK, the engineering services alliance, has welcomed the new government consultation on reforming cash retentions and taking legislative measures against late payments to small businesses, as part of the new Small Business Plan unveiled on 31st July 2025.
