A JOINT venture between Kier Construction, Scotland and Graham Construction has been awarded a place on the Defence Infrastructure Organisation’s (DIO) £750 million, ten-year framework for projects at the Clyde Naval Base, Faslane.

The programme includes a range of projects ranging from £10m to £90m and includes new buildings such as accommodation and training facilities, as well as refurbishments on high-security nuclear infrastructure.

Kier’s managing director for Scotland, Brian McQuade, said: “Kier was one of the first companies to sign the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant in 2013, putting it at the heart of its policy, and understanding the importance the construction industry plays in supporting the nation’s defence and security.”

Gary Holmes, Graham’s managing director, added: “Securing our place on the framework in the face of major competitors is testimony to the seamless nature of the Kier Graham Defence partnership.”