New apprentices start work at British Steel
A new generation of steelworkers have started their careers at British Steel. The company has taken on 48 apprentices in a variety of roles. Paul Martin, British Steel’s HR Director, said: “We’re delighted to welcome these new employees to our business. “This...
British Steel to be used in prestigious London projects following partnership with William Hare
UK steel will be used in some of London’s most prestigious new buildings after William Hare, one of the country’s leading structural contractors, agreed a new partnership with British Steel. The family-run company of William Hare, which dates back to the...
British Steel to exhibit at SITCE 2016
British Steel will be exhibiting its premium rail products at the upcoming SITCE 2016 congress at Suntec Convention & Exhibition Centre, Singapore from 19-21 October. The second LTA-UITP Singapore International Transport Congress & Exhibition (SITCE) will focus on innovative solutions for...
British Steel commissioning new £10m benzole plant in Scunthorpe
British Steel is commissioning a new high-technology £10m benzole plant at its Scunthorpe works. It comes after 250,000 man hours went in to completing an extensive renovation project at the site’s Appleby Coke Ovens. The new plant, which will bring significant safety...
Steam loco back on track at British Steel in Scunthorpe
A steam locomotive which has been lovingly restored over the last nine years is taking visitors around British Steel’s Scunthorpe works. Cranford, a 92-year-old loco, has been rebuilt by the Appleby Frodingham Railway Preservation Society and has returned to service for...
100 trainees joining British Steel as firm recruits new generation of steelworkers
British Steel today announced it was recruiting a new generation of steelworkers by taking on more than 100 trainees. The young recruits – aged from 16 years upwards - are joining British Steel this summer in a variety of roles across...
British Steel to make Football League debut as Scunthorpe United play Bristol Rovers
Scunthorpe United will start the new season tomorrow, proudly wearing their new British Steel shirts for the first time in competitive action. The Iron play Bristol Rovers at Glanford Park on Saturday afternoon (3pm) as the League One campaign kicks-off. And as...
British Steel One Million Steps challenge complete
More than 50 employees clocked up a massive 18 million steps throughout July as part of British Steel's One Million Steps challenge. In their drive to improve health, our 12 teams also raised £380 for Save the Children, a cause chosen...
British Steel gives cash boost to Scunthorpe Parkrun
Scunthorpe’s hugely popular Parkrun, which attracts hundreds of runners every week, has been given a cash boost by British Steel. The company has bought specialist PA equipment for the event to ensure its growing number of members can be safely briefed...