Prater to continue involvement in London Bridge redevelopment

Specialist contractor Prater has been appointed to deliver further works at the redevelopment of the iconic London Bridge station.

In addition to an extensive scope of works already underway at the site, Prater has again been appointed by lead contractor Costain to install a glazing package across the platform level, street level and retail areas of the site.  

Since November 2013, Prater has been on site at London Bridge carrying out the design, supply and installation of everything from the track-bed up. This includes the fabrication and installation of the pre-cast concrete platforms, as well as roof canopies with associated high level glazing.

On the latest contract, Prater will design, engineer and install a bespoke structural glazing system, to meet the specification of the redevelopment, with the platform and street level system being installed along the St Thomas Street façade. In a later phase of the project, a 260 m2 SU72 shopfront glazing screen will be added to the retail area.

The 10-week programme on the St Thomas façade is due to commence in late 2015, with the six-week SU72 installation currently scheduled for Summer 2017.

“We are delighted to continue our successful relationship with Costain by delivering further works at the London Bridge redevelopment,” said Gavin Hamblett, Managing Director of Prater. “We are extremely proud to once again contribute to the development of a London landmark with our expert design and engineering services.”