
Today, we celebrate Colemans’ 62nd birthday, a remarkable milestone for a company that has shaped the deconstruction and dismantling landscape in the UK. To mark this occasion, let’s take a trip down memory lane and explore the exciting journey we’ve been on since we marked our 60th anniversary in 2022.
A legacy built on core values
Colemans’ success isn’t just about bricks and mortar; it’s about the unwavering commitment to our core values such as inclusivity, wellbeing, safety, quality and sustainability. These values define everything we do, from employee relations to community involvement and carbon reduction.
In 2022 we raised £60,000 through employee fundraising and a matched donation for SIFA Fireside, as part of our 60th anniversary celebrations. Now, as we mark our 62nd birthday, let’s look back at how we’ve continued to innovate, improve and support those around us, over the last two years.
- Investment in wellbeing and the environment: We recently invested £250,000 in a state-of-the-art solar panel system at our Great Barr HQ, which will power new air conditioning units to provide our team with a better working environment from a lower carbon footprint. This addition boosts productivity and wellbeing while raising awareness about the accessibility of renewable technology among colleagues.
- Circular economy & global recognition: We’ve made great progress in the last two years to raise our game when it comes to the circular economy, leading the industry with pioneering initiatives including our Emerald Steel approach, which prioritises the repurposing and reuse of steel for new construction projects. This approach has already been shortlisted in the World Demolition Awards, and we’ll continue to focus on engineered deconstruction including the careful dismantling of structures to salvage materials for reuse, reduce waste and support the circular economy.
- CIOB approval as a Chartered Building Company: Colemans is the first and only demolition business to have been recognised as a Chartered Building Company by the CIOB, a testament to our commitment to excellence, professionalism and continuous improvement. Achieving chartered status reflects our dedication to upholding the highest standards in everything we do.
- Adding social value: We continue to support SIFA Fireside, a relationship that dates back to the 1960s, as part of our commitment to social responsibility. We’re also proud to support Birmingham BMX Club, Rectory Amateur Boxing Club and a number of community football clubs, doing our bit to nurture young talent as part of a structured programme of support and donations.
- Mark’s Demolition Diaries: Our 60th birthday also marked of launch of a captivating year-long video series offering a unique glimpse into the Colemans legacy. Each video follows Mark Coleman’s journey, the company’s values or key projects, giving valuable insights into our history and future aspirations.
- Celebrating our milestones: We also took the chance to celebrate a number of milestones for individuals across the business, including Mark Coleman’s 30 year anniversary at Colemans, and a memorable celebration for 11 employees with over 140 years of combined service. The longevity of our team members reflects our strong family culture. Eight gold watches have been given for long service in recent years, which will rise to a total of 14 over the next five years.
Looking forwards: What lies ahead?
As the business embarks on its 63rd year, we’re looking forward to continuing our growth through innovation, quality and sustainability. Keep an eye out for:
- Pioneering new techniques: Our dedication to sustainability and responsible deconstruction will pave the way for exciting advancements in the industry, as we have done with Emerald Steel.
- Community focus: We’ll continue to support local communities, initiatives and good causes, building strong relationships that build community engagement and create a platform for others to flourish.
- Thriving workforce: We’re always giving our teams the platform to thrive, supporting the continued development of a skilled and passionate workforce at Colemans with a family culture at the core.
- Office refurb: We have further exciting plans for a refurbishment at our Great Barr HQ, creating an even more inspiring workspace for our colleagues to work.
- World Demolition Awards: Not forgetting that we’ve been shortlisted on the global stage in the Recycling and Environmental category at the World Demolition Awards 2024, where we’re hoping to follow up our win in the same category (and Best of the Best Award) last year.
Thanks to all of our colleagues, clients, suppliers and other partners for your continued support on our journey. Here’s to another 62 years of success!