Bristol City Council and the University of Bristol have awarded Rydon the £1.5m contract to refurbish Brunel’s Grade 1 Listed Engine Shed into a business and innovation centre for technology firms.

The building will be transformed from its previous use as the former home of the Empire and Commonwealth Museum into a permanent base for 20 companies.
Paul Barber, South West Regional Director, Rydon Construction said: “We welcome the challenge to work on this unique building and play our role, as a locally based contractor, in presenting Bristol as a focal point for UK business and innovation.

“Drawing on our experience on complex projects in this region, Rydon will work closely with our clients to ensure we manage the build considerately and respectfully so this Grade 1 Listed structure is preserved as it begins its new life.”