Partnering deals signed by Amec

by Kathy Watson



Amec has completed the first tranche of its supply chain rationalisation programme by signing partnering agreements with 21 suppliers and subcontractors in mechanical and electrical, water, structural steel, cladding, scaffolding, piling and earthworks.

The move follows a rigorous prequalification process that was first announced last May. Its aim was to incorporate the philosophies and advantages of long-term partnering for all companies in the supply chain.

More than 100 firms have been vetted in this first phase but more will follow. "Our aim is to increase substantially our work with suppliers and subcontractors that are strategic partners," said George Payne, Amec's main board director heading the initiative.

When the initiative began, Payne promised that suppliers with whom it had been in dispute would not necessarily be excluded.

The 21 are: Rosser & Russell Building Services; ABB Steward; VHE Construction; Fairfield Mabey; Westpile; Foster Yeoman; Lafarge Redland; Degremont; OTV Birwelco; Purac; Senior Construction Services; Delta; Hertel (UK); Palmers; Mannesmann Demag; Demag Delaval; William Hare; Atlas Ward Structures; Wescol Glosford; Otis; and Hathaway Roofing.