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18/06/2013

Hydro Construction 'On Target' Following Fire

There are reports that Glasgow's Hydro centre will open on time, despite being hit with a series of delays and problems.

According to STV, bosses for the new £125m complex have said they are hopeful it will open on time, but there are still a few issues which could cause a delay.

Earlier this month, a fire broke out in the roof of the venue, causing construction work to come to a stop. It is thought the fire was started by sparks from welding on the roof.

In a statement on behalf of the venue, it claimed: "Lend Lease, our building contractor, has now completed its assessment of the water and fire damage arising from the fire at The SSE Hydro on Saturday June 8 2013.

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"Whilst the damage is not as severe as first feared, there remains a number of areas, especially around the roof, that could still impact on the construction programme for completing The Hydro in time for the opening period. Many of these remediation issues have been addressed with the sub-contractors and loss adjusters but a number remain to be discussed and agreed.

"As a consequence, the construction project remains on target for September completion albeit with some additional challenges that require to be fully resolved. Everyone involved in the project remains sharply focused on achieving our opening night concert with Rod Stewart on September 30.

"Whilst there remains some residual risk, the SEC team will do all we can to support the construction team and be ready for the September opening."

When the centre opens in the autumn, it will become Scotland’s main music venue, hosting concerts as well as sports events and other shows.

(JP/CD)

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