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ANNUAL REVIEW 2017 Construction group
CONSTRUCTION STARTS WITH US
Table of contents 5 Preface 7 Introduction Our people 8 Our story 9 Our future 10 Our structure 11
13 Our companies and projects Development 14
B&R Development 14 Studie 4 18
Construction companies 20
AGBb 20 Arkana 22 Christiaens Construction Company 26 Brebuild 30 E. Rombaut 32 Hooyberghs 34
Production and finishing companies 38 Alcomel 38 Alcopro 39 ATA 40 B&R Building Materials 41 B&R Facility Management 42 B&R Logistics 43 Blockx 44 Bruyndoncx 45 BSR 47 BTI 48 Into Facilities 49 Van Bergen 50 Van de Craen 52 Verheyen 53
59 Highlights of 2017 Working in a construction team 60 Participating interest in Christiaens Construction Company 61 LEAN 62 BIM (Building Information Model) 63 B&R Academy at full speed 64 100th recruitment 2017 65
67 Our partnerships Corporate Social Responsibility 68 ASV Geel 69 Royal Knokke FC 70 Wanty-Groupe Gobert 71
73 Key numbers Staff members 74 Financial 76 Safety 80
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Preface In 2017 we continued to strive for sustainability on all fronts, as described in our mission statement and as we have done so in previous years. As a result, we have achieved great results and laid solid foundations for the future. The acquisitions of Alcomel and Alcopro have resulted in two niche healthcare sector companies being added to B&R Construction group. These will increase our existing expertise base and allow us to offer even better service to our clients in the global healthcare market. The presence of these new subsidiaries in the Netherlands also presents new opportunities for B&R Construction group. In Belgium too, the geographical circle for B&R Construction group in Flanders was rounded off with the acquisition of a participating interest in Christiaens Construction Company. The new subsidiary, with its head office in Bruges, gives the B&R Construction group the opportunity to fully develop its range in East and West Flanders, as well as to exploit other group synergies. B&R Construction group is also thinking further afield and has already developed its strategy for 2025, in which it further elaborates ambitious objectives to offer clients a complete one-stop shop. From diversification and internationalisation, B&R Construction group will continue to expand its activities based on the use of innovative concepts and techniques.
Our employees are B&R Construction group's most important asset; their daily effort allows B&R Construction group to achieve its ambitious goals. #SamenSuccesvol [#SuccessfulTogether] is the basis of the growth of the companies, and B&R Construction group wants to contribute even further by expanding its Academy and continuing to invest in a pleasant working environment for all employees. B&R Construction group is always looking ahead and is looking forward to the challenges in the coming years. #SamenSuccesvol Sam Daems Managing Director B&R Construction group Eddy Bruyninckx Chairman of the B&R Construction group Board of Directors Koen Martens Financial Director B&R Construction group
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INTRODUCTION | OUR PEOPLE
Our people There are a few constants throughout the entire B&R Construction group story that has been written over the past decades. Not only the steady sustainable growth that has always been coupled with an open view on the future. A healthy pursuit of quality has proven crucial. The bar has always been set very high, both in the achievement of projects and the integration of new subsidiaries. These are important requirements when you want to deliver excellent quality every day. Another important constant is the people. The employees who deliver their hard work, day in, day out, and epitomise the values of B&R. A group of people who want to cooperate with one another, and conduct themselves in an ethical, respectful and disciplined way. They are the determining factor for everything you will read in this annual report. Their constant hunger for improvement in all its forms is the root of our success. And because our sector is renowned for difficulties associated with the retention of these quality workers, B&R Construction group pays special attention to this. There is not only the unending safety aspect that the Health & Safety Team are working on, but also the general “well-being at work”. We are proud that 90.8% of our employees recommend B&R Construction group as an employer. At the same time, strong investments are also being made in talent detection, internal growth and training. The role of B&R Academy is crucial to this.
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Finally, there is the B&R Party Committee, a team of enthusiastic employees who organise activities outside work on a monthly basis. These include sports activities such as the Antwerp Ten Miles and B&R Slam to cultural activities such as the B&R Comedy Night. This shows that B&R Construction group not only invests in safety and people, but also in atmosphere.
INTRODUCTION | OUR STORY
Our story Our story began when Hooyberghs was founded in Arendonk in the sixties. Initially a traditional joinery, we gradually transformed into a general construction company (1983). This is where a young Eddy Bruyninckx learned the tricks of the trade. A career that started in the yard, but which took a serious turn in 1995. With Ravago Plastics NV, Eddy Bruyninckx (the current chairman of the B&R Construction group Board of Directors) acquired all the shares in the family business.
Even then, the “roll up your sleeves and get on with it” mentality was what made all the difference. Working hard and, more importantly, working together turned out to be the engines for success. Companies were taken over year after year, competences were expanded year after year. The holding company, “B&R Construction group”, came into existence in 2001. A construction group that today is made up of more than 20 specialised companies that are active in all aspects of the construction industry. A construction group that achieves projects with more than 800 motivated employees throughout Belgium and beyond.
Proof of this lies in the fact that we have completed projects in the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, as well as our collaboration with CES (Cairo Engineering Support), an engineering office in Cairo.
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INTRODUCTION | OUR FUTURE
Our future The roots
Importance of construction teams
We have a large appetite and far-reaching ambitions. With its roots firmly nestled in the Arendonk soil, our tree is growing roots throughout the country. Geographical spread is extremely important to remain competitive on a national level. B&R Construction group is also active in other countries. Both in terms of projects and extensive cooperation with external partners. We are going in the right direction to anchor our roots beyond the national borders one step at a time.
The exceptional opportunity to complete construction work within the same group requires a specific approach. This process starts in the development phase, in which our colleagues actively participate. It is not only the employees who are responsible for the development part, but also those who are responsible for the effective implementation. Working together in construction teams from “day -1�, the common thread running through our construction flow. Applications such as BIM and LEAN help streamline this process even more and increase the profit.
The foundation The broader our tree becomes, the more important a strong trunk and deeply rooted roots are. And there is no lack of strong roots. The head office in Arendonk is already prepared for sustained growth, but there has also been significant effort put into the strength of the trunk. In 2017, for example, extra efforts were made to optimise collaboration within the group. Today, this translates into a solid management structure that consists of the Board of Directors where the competence synergy is of crucial importance. Installing this strong foundation meant a growth spurt in terms of professionalisation and a levelling of the path for even more streamlined and thorough collaborations, as well as the goal-oriented search for possible collaborations at home and abroad.
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Ambition! Thorough professionalisation and healthy, far-reaching ambition has helped accelerate our growth. This will continue to be the recipe we will use to carry on delivering quality and added-value in the coming years. A construction group in which both company and employee together make up more than the sum of their parts will also remain the pivot of our working method in the future. This may be modest, but certainly no less ambitious.
INTRODUCTION | OUR STRUCTURE
Our structure
B&R Construction group Structure We are a construction group that consists of different entities with varying expertise within the same global sector. To make optimal use of the synergies between these subsidiaries, B&R Construction group has created a clear structure. This is made up of three professional pillars: development, construction companies and production & finishing companies. Each professional pillar has its own representation within the Board of Directors. The responsible directors of the different companies and departments then sit on the management committee.
Holding B&R Holding Services ensures every company within the group is able to put maximum effort into focussing on its specialty, its core business. They not only increase the efficiency of our construction group, but thanks to the centralisation of support services, management retains a broad overview of all subsidiaries. A constant finger on the pulse that helps us to deliver quality at all times.
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Academy Business Development Communication Financial Service ICT Legal Service Human resources Health & Safety Team Insurance
PRODUCTION AND FINISHING COMPANIES ALCOMEL ALCOPRO ATA B&R BUILDING MATERIALS B&R FACILITY MANAGEMENT B&R LOGISTICS BLOCKX BRUYNDONCX BSR BTI INTO FACILITIES VAN BERGEN VAN DE CRAEN VERHEYEN
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OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS
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OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | DEVELOPMENT | B&R DEVELOPMENT
Development
B&R Construction group / PeetersGovers
B&R Development Development & Engineering
From modest apartment buildings to large multifunctional complexes, B&R Development executes both small and large-scale construction projects. Always recognisable by their distinctive architecture and extra living comfort. All projects are completed with the necessary care. Stylish architecture, sustainability and good price positioning are the most important starting points. The team from B&R Development develops the entire project from the smallest details, including environment and garden planning.
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Various combinations and alliances are discussed for the execution of the projects. Both in the construction team, PPP (Public Private Partnership), CBOs (Constructive Approach to Public Procurement), as well as DBFM formulas (Design, Build, Finance, Maintain). In these cooperation agreements, B&R Development is a strategic partner for each client. This allows clients to undertake and optimise more complex projects. The complementary relationship between B&R Development and its partners is of strategic importance for expansion of opportunities, as well as the spread of risks. The strength of these partnerships has a synergistic impact on their respective core specialism, whether this concerns living, parking, retail, leisure or any other expertise. B&R Development takes care of the management and coordination of the entire construction team with architects, consulting firms, lawyers, experts, real estate agents and contractors. And this holds true from the first project idea, right up to and including completion.
Deurne
Client: Peeters-Govers nv Architect: AIM – Architects in Motion BVBA Contract value: > €16,500,000
A new-build fresh food market to be built on the Herentalsebaan in Deurne was co-developed with sister company B&R Development and will be one of the first projects developed by Hooyberghs in BIM. “A corner plot requires a prominent finish.” This is one of the most suitable descriptions for this project. The design is by Architects in Motion. The ground floor will be a fresh food market with a shop surface area of approximately 2,000 m². There will also be room allocated for retail, hotels, catering and housing. The project includes 63 apartments, varying from 55 m² to 110 m². Each apartment has a private terrace and access to a collective 470 m² roof terrace, which connects to the common 1,200 m² roof garden. The roof of the supermarket has thus become a pleasant square/park that brings light and air into the adjacent buildings. Underground, the project comprises of two floors with parking for both residents and visitors. The start of the works is planned for the beginning of April 2018 and will be carried out by sister company, Hooyberghs. The apartments will be delivered as turn-key projects in July 2020.
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O.L.V.C. (PPP) Antwerp
Client: Ignatiaanse Scholen Antwerpen VZW Architect: Archiles Architecten bvba Contract value: > €4,000,000
The project: a temporary trading company between B&R nv and B&R Development consisted of the demolition of an existing school building on the site of the Onze-Lieve-Vrouwecollege on the Frankrijklei and its replacement by a new building. By establishing a secondary school and moving the grammar school from “De Dames” to the site of the college, there was a great need for additional school infrastructure. As part of the PPP, B&R Construction group took responsibility for the pre-financing of the new building, while Hooyberghs took care of the construction works. After commissioning, a rental agreement will be put in place. Once the necessary resources are available, the rental agreement will be terminated and the school will be able to buy the construction.
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The existing L-building at the Louiza-Marialei, developed by Rie Haan in the 1960s, has not been used for several years. Taking into account the poor state and the small size of the classrooms, the Onze-Lieve-Vrouwecollege decided to completely demolish the building and to replace it with a new building with extra floors up to the cornice height of the surrounding, nineteenth-century buildings. The front and rear façade of the new building will have an open structure and implemented as a fully-glazed façade resting on a massive plinth lined up with the plinths of the historic buildings on the site. The uniform glass front façade with a simple rhythmic of glass distribution ensures pure, simple integration in the historical context. The construction works will be carried out by, among others sister company Hooyberghs.
OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | DEVELOPMENT | B&R DEVELOPMENT
Ter Heide (CBO) Aarschot
Client: VMSW - Vlaamse Maatschappij voor Sociaal Wonen [Flemish Social Housing Society] Architect: 2DVW Architecten Contract value: > â‚Ź11,800,000
Aarschot Ter Heide is a project that has been established through the CBO procedure (Constructive Approach to Public Procurement). It is therefore an initiative with which VMSW wants project developers to build social housing. In real terms, four residential blocks are built in two phases each time, each containing different home typologies. A total of 84 housing units, including 32 homes and 52 apartments. The project is located on a site with high groundwater. After a detailed study of the water course in consultation with Aquafin, we focus on buffering and infiltration using canals, wadis and buffering verges. B&R Development is responsible for the coordination of the entire construction team with architects, engineering firms, contractor, experts, etc. from the first project idea up to and including completion and delivery. Start of the construction works are planned for August 2018.
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OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | DEVELOPMENT | STUDIE 4
Studie 4 Virtual projects
The importance of project preparation has increased in previous years. A large part of the failure costs can be prevented by means of thorough preparation. This is why we invested heavily in this phase of the construction process in the past year. As an engineering office of B&R Construction group, Studie 4 plays an important role in this. They transform the architecture plans into more detailed and specific work plans. Thanks to the introduction of BIM within the B&R Construction group, 2D plans can be meticulously converted to 3D. These 3D drawings include even the smallest details. This means, they not only add value to our customers, but also for our colleagues at the construction site.
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OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES | AGBB
Construction companies AGBb
Infrastructure AGBb is the subsidiary specialised in infrastructure works. This includes road construction, sewerage and total projects (land development, town centre redevelopment) and the external groundworks for building projects. This subsidiary is in possession of a Class 5 and a VCA** certificate. With a view to delivering safe and efficient implementation of its projects, the company invested continuously in the development of its machine park. AGBb's clients come from both the private and public sectors.
Dijledelta Leuven
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AGBb took care of the environmental planning of the apartments of the Dijledelta project in Leuven. The contract involved taking an inventory of all access roads, footpaths, trees, buildings and plot boundaries. AGBb was responsible for the break-up works and the construction of (sub) foundations, pavements and grass areas. They also put the furniture into place and were responsible for the planting work.
OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES | AGBB
Begijnhof Turnhout
The Begijnhof Turnhout is one of the Flemish beguinages that were recorded in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1998. The beguinage, with its stately gatehouse and elongated tree-lined square, was established in the 13th century. On 6 June, AGBb started with the first works to improve accessibility of the beguinage. Cobblestones were used for the wide footpaths and side roads. A separate sewer system for waste and rainwater was also installed. The Immovable Heritage Service agreed with these plans on the condition that a square with a water element would be put in place in front of the church. AGBb also took responsibility for this. The works took about a year to complete.
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OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES | ARKANA
Arkana
Low-energy homes Arkana builds energy-efficient, quality houses in timber frame construction for the private market. This is done on the basis of thorough professional knowledge and a clear story. A story that starts with the first introductory meeting and continues far beyond the handing over of the key. In this respect, issues such as sustainability, comfort, guidance and quality are of great importance. Over the past year, Arkana has built sustainable homes for 23 families throughout Belgium.
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AEN home Retie
In the heart of the Kempen, hidden in a forest, Arkana built a AEN-home with an E-level of 13. A perfect example of how a home and nature can be in harmony. A natural environment, with sensitivity for quality and sustainability, was linked to the many natural elements in and around the home. From the larch faรงade planking to the wooden built-in cupboards and stairs. Arkana always strives to achieve a construction process that is as short and pleasant as possible, and this is achieved by providing personal guidance - from the first meeting to handing over the keys.
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Low-energy home Vilvoorde
Opting for an energy-efficient wooden frame house does not necessarily mean compromises must be made. This is proven by this half-open, light and energy-efficient home near Brussels. The stand-out architecture gives this terraced house the character it deserves. This house, with American and Scandinavian influences, has a remarkable amount of light and warmth. Thanks to an E-level of 24, the home already meets the standards that will be mandatory from 2021 onwards. Maybe this is the most important, because of the fact that the builder can look back on a smooth construction process. The works were completed in less than six months.
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OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES | CHRISTIAENS
Christiaens
General construction company Christiaens Construction Company is the newest addition to B&R Construction group. This contractor and construction promoter is based in Oostkamp (West Flanders) and stands for craftsmanship, experience and reliability. Christiaens specialises in the new construction of apartments, villas, homes, offices and public buildings. Our newest subsidiary company also has significant credentials in the field of renovation work and construction projects in the social sector.
Duinenwater
Residentie Promenade Knokke
Client: Triple Living Architect: Arcas
We are building a new residential area on the banks of Duinenwater Lake (formerly Put van De Cloedt). This urban extension of Knokke Heist was designed by the architects at Arcas and includes new plots of land for development (38 ha) for, among other things, green areas, retail spaces, catering establishments and leisure facilities. Good collaboration with our client, Triple Living, ensured continuous work could be carried out from the start of the project in 2013 (phase 1) until the completion of phase four in 2017. This meant more than 180 apartments that were planned for delivery in the first four phases were completely finished and perfectly delivered within the time scale. The eye-catching Residentie Promenade, with its 96 apartments, was delivered in 2017. The corner turret and spacious communal roof garden are the outstanding features of this unique project. In the meantime, Christiaens is taking care of the construction of another 270 apartments in the four following phases. 26
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Cust’O
East Dunkirk
Client: ION Architect: A1 Planning architecten
East Dunkirk, 40 metres from the sea. There are less pleasant places you would want to retire to. Take into account the high-quality architecture and the luxurious facilities and you know Cust'O is a unique project. 63 assisted-living flats with panoramic views, a stylish lounge bar with sun terrace, and a restaurant with an interior based on “The Jane” in Antwerp. This oasis of peace and comfort means living in Residentie Cust'O feels a little bit like being on holiday.
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OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES | BREBUILD
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Groenendaal college
Brebuild
General construction company
Merksem
Our subsidiary company, Brebuild, is based in the Antwerp port area and has approximately 130 employees. They implement total projects for both public authorities and private clients. Renovation works and complex building alterations are their speciality, but the new-build projects also fall well into the skill set and flexibility of this subsidiary company.
Client: Scholen van Morgen [Schools of Tomorrow] Architect: HUB cvba Contract value: > €4,000,000
Clients include social housing associations, cities, municipalities and public welfare centres, the care sector and school communities (GO, AGSO, etc.). Project developers, retailers and various industrial partners also appreciate the expertise and organisation of Brebuild.
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The Groenendaalcollege is located in the Groenendaal Park in Merksem. This northern sub-municipality of Antwerp is part of the city of Antwerp. The park is approximately 5 hectares and located a few hundred metres from the Antwerp Ring Road. The castle was built for a bourgeois family in the second half of the nineteenth century. In 1924, the Groenendaal plot was purchased by the Sint-Jan Berchmanscollege and a boarding school was set up in the castle. The castle has been used for educational activities since 1951. After about 60 years of intensive use, the castle is in need of a thorough renovation.
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Brebuild was responsible for remodelling an area of 2,447 m² including the ground floor and floor-1: a large multi-purpose space for the entire campus that will be used as a meeting forum and refectory, simple kitchen, meeting rooms, administrative space, the principal’s office , and much more. In addition, 13 new classrooms are to be installed on the 1st and 2nd floors. A lift duct was installed next to the entrance to the castle in order to make the building accessible to people with disabilities. Authentic elements such as the marble floor and stately staircase, ornamental ceilings and ornamental plasterwork were restored to their former glory.
OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES | BREBUILD
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OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES | E. ROMBAUT
E. Rombaut
General construction company In the ten years that E. Rombaut has been part of B&R Construction group, they have experienced remarkable growth. The construction company now achieves results ten times greater than in 2008. With its headquarters in Ternat, E. Rombaut plays an important role in the geographical spread of B&R Construction group. From the centre of the country, the subsidiary covers, amongst other things, Brussels, Flemish Brabant, and East and West Flanders. E. Rombaut develops social housing projects, commercial housing projects and residential care centres.
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OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES | E. ROMBAUT
De Weverij Sint-Niklaas
Client: Cores Development Architect: eld Contract value: > €14,000,000 Active B&R firms: Hooyberghs, Van de Craen
Near the centre of Sint-Niklaas on the site of the former textile weaving mill, Schoeters-Bruggeman, subsidiary company E. Rombaut, is building 49 approved assisted-living apartments. The project must provide an answer to the lack of adapted residential solutions for people aged 65 and over. Along with the assisted-living apartments, we are also building 101 apartments. Quite a challenge, says Lieven Speleers, Chief Project Manager of E. Rombaut. “Everything has to be done through one access road, while the entire environment will be laid out by a third party. We worked efficiently, so this did not delay us at all. What's more, due to our speed of implementation, we were asked by the developer to slow down a bit. This was to ensure simultaneous delivery of the entire site.” 101 apartments and 49 assisted-living apartments. This means E. Rombaut is responsible for more than half of the total of 209 housing units on the residential area in the heart of the Waasland. The first two blocks are as good as ready for delivery. And this is also necessary because more than 70% have already been sold. Things are moving on in Sint-Niklaas. 33
OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES | HOOYBERGHS
Hooyberghs
General construction company With a Class 8 recognition, ISO 9001/2008 certificate and a VCA** certificate, Hooyberghs is one of the larger subsidiaries within the group. Hooyberghs achievements consist mainly of residential projects, residential care projects and social housing projects. In addition, 2017 saw four deliveries for the “Scholen van Morgen� (Schools of Tomorrow) project. Phase one of these is currently being completed, which means Hooyberghs can look back on ten schools built over the past four years. The role of the construction partner is prominent in all projects and expressed through, among other things, our customer focus, flexibility and continuous search for opportunities for improvement. BIM and LEAN are examples of how we want to put this into practice.
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OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES | HOOYBERGHS
PIT, Anemoon site Tienen
Client: Condominium Projectontwikkeling Architect: B-Architecten Contract value: > €13,500,000 Active B&R firms: Verheyen, ATA, Van Bergen, AGBb, Van de Craen
The majestic Residence PIT, by B-architects, forms the centre of the new Anemoon housing project. It will become a home for 94 families. Each of them will benefit from the panoramic view of the green surroundings and have a spacious terrace. Sister companies Verheyen (prefab façade elements), AGBb (infrastructure for the entire site), ATA (interior joinery) and Van de Craen (plaster blocks and plasterwork) also worked on the site.
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OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES | HOOYBERGHS
Sint Aloysius Geel
Client: Scholen van Morgen [Schools of Tomorrow] Architect: Architectuurstudio Herman Hertzberger – Studio Plus Architecten TV Contract value: > €16,000,000 Active B&R firms: Verheyen, Alcopro, AGBb, Van de Craen, B&R Facility Management
The beginning of September and it was that time again, the first day of school. The start of the new school year for the Sint Aloysius Geel pupils. A school year that was able to start in a renovated school thanks to the close collaboration between various subsidiaries of B&R Construction group. As part of the Scholen van Morgen project, it was Hooyberghs that was responsible for accomplishing this project. A challenge that had to be achieved within one term of only 15 calendar months per phase, including degradation and pile foundation. To achieve this, as much prefab as possible was used in the implementation. This requires more time and work in preparation, but this is recouped twofold during construction. The works were divided into two phases. During the first phase, the sports hall, bicycle shed and the first part of the school were built. An additional complication came from the historic façade on the Kollegestraat, which absolutely had to be preserved. A new building was built behind this façade by our colleagues comprising different classrooms, including some teaching kitchens. The outer walls of the 36
Rector's House also had to be absolutely preserved. Both the Rector's House and the façade in the Kollegestraat were restored and then reinstated. This phase was completed in May 2016. During the second phase, which started at the end of May 2016, the existing wing of the school was demolished and a completely new construction with a partly-covered playground was completed. This includes a variety of classrooms, as well as workshops, a staffroom and the media library. AGBb took care of the outdoor construction, Van de Craen was responsible for the foam concrete, Alcopro for the carpets, and Verheyen for the concrete façade panels. B&R Facility Management will take care of the maintenance of the buildings for the next 30 years.
OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES | HOOYBERGHS
De Mouterij Haacht
Client: Cores Development Architect: C.T. Architects (design), OSQB bvba (implementation) Contract value: > â‚Ź12,000,000 Active B&R firms: Van de Craen
The apartments and approved assisted-living apartments of De Mouterij fit perfectly into the environment. Their characteristic design is a creation of C.T. Architects, who clearly chose a modern look. The materials are simple, classy and sustainable. The brick façades are expressive, while exploring volumes and surfaces. The multi-family project, consisting of 54 apartments and penthouses, 32 assisted-living apartments and an underground car park is currently under construction.
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OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | PRODUCTION AND FINISHING COMPANIES | ALCOMEL
Production and finishing companies Alcomel
Hygienic solutions Alcomel develops, manufactures and installs fullycustomised, permanent facilities for hospitals and care institutions. Alcomel can take full responsibility for the interior of cleanrooms in industrial or scientific environments. From the unique and innovative application of existing high-quality materials such as Volkern, Alcomel became the total specialist for the fixed and separate decoration of hospitals and care institutions. In the meantime, this subsidiary has become the market leader for the design of operating theatres in the Benelux. In addition, total solutions for bathrooms are growing strongly.
CHIREC
Delta hospital Oudergem
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Alcomel delivered the new Chirec Delta hospital in Oudergem - its largest project ever. They also contributed to the largest “area of operating rooms� in Belgium. In total, 30 operating theatres with wall coverings in solid laminate, and 410 sanitary units were perfectly delivered on time by our colleagues in this subsidiary company.
OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | PRODUCTION AND FINISHING COMPANIES | ALCOPRO
Alcopro
Flexible floor covering Alcopro has been installing flexible floor coverings since 2007. They do this, among others, in hospitals, rest homes, rehabilitation centres, offices, shops, housing projects, schools, sports halls and public buildings. At the beginning of 2016, Alcopro took over the exclusive distribution of Avonite for the Benelux market. This homogenous Solid Surface material offers architects and designers endless options for indoor and outdoor applications. It is available in a wide range of colours and textures, and it is used for high-quality finishing, kitchen and bathroom furniture, shop fittings, counters, etc. A last important pillar within this subsidiary company is the delivery of all civil works for suppliers of medical equipment in hospitals in order to install scanners and cath labs. It's about the complete picture. From demolition to interior finishing, from floor to ceiling. Everything is offered in one package.
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OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | PRODUCTION AND FINISHING COMPANIES | ATA
ATA
General carpentry ATA has been a benchmark for professional interior joinery for years. In 1998, the joinery split from Hooyberghs, and they have continued to grow steadily under the wings of B&R ever since. With an eye on innovation at all times, and the guaranteed safety of its employees, a great deal has been invested in the machine park in recent years; this can be seen by the amount of CNC-controlled machines and the robot in the warehouse, working day after day to complete orders. The machine park has recently been expanded with an edge gluing machine. This machine, made for the application of edge material to different sheet materials, is equipped with special units for different finishing techniques. The purchase of this machine means our subsidiary company can expand its activities. Customers can now request a tailor-made construction package. Whether this concerns measuring, sawing, chamfering, CNC or milling work, assembly or installation, the customer can choose, which is why he brings in ATA.
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PRODUCTION AND FINISHING COMPANIES | CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES | B&R BUILDING MATERIALS
B&R Building Materials Innovative solutions and support
B&R Building Materials specialises in material solutions for the construction sector. The company was established to continue to meet the increasingly stringent technical and environmental requirements. In addition, the subsidiary company takes care of the distribution of C-Grid (Carbon Grid or carbon reinforcement) throughout Europe and the Middle East. C-Grid is a material that has already earned its stripes within the construction industry. Its specific properties mean it can offer solutions that were not possible until now. For example, it is five times stronger than steel, non-corrosive, non-magnetic, non-conductive, flexible and chemical resistant.
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OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | PRODUCTION AND FINISHING COMPANIES | B&R FACILITY MANAGEMENT
B&R Facility Management Maintenance and support
B&R Facility Management is a facility service provider that “unburdens” customers of their maintenance responsibilities. Everything to do with maintenance is identified and taken care of. B&R Facility Management manages and monitors supporting activities for the benefit of the operational process of the infrastructure for which they are responsible. This subsidiary company focuses on government, owners of buildings, operators, care infrastructure, syndicates, real estate managers of housing companies and public welfare centres.
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‘t Steentje Turnhout
't Steentje, one of Turnhout's most famous buildings on the Grote Markt, was in need of a makeover. B&R Facility Management is responsible for the architectural maintenance of this piece of Turnhout heritage. The building, which houses both the Tourist Office and UiT in Turnhout, receives many visitors every day and is therefore important for the image of the City of Turnhout. At the end of August, the historic façade was thoroughly recleaned on behalf of B&R Facility Management. For this, the façade was covered in scaffolding for a month.
OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | PRODUCTION AND FINISHING COMPANIES | B&R LOGISTICS
B&R Logistics Rental and logistics
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Lorries
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Site trucks
228
Passenger vehicles
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Other vehicles
Our subsidiary companies turn to B&R Logistics for all their tools, equipment and technical equipment needs. This supporting subsidiary company consists of a logistics department, an infrastructure/dispatching department, and a garage. The company supplies site material and work equipment to all companies in the group, as well external customers. The company has a total surface area of 20,000 m², and has the necessary means for dispatching and transporting all materials to many different sites. In addition, it is also responsible for managing the warehouse, as well as maintenance and management of the group vehicle fleet and equipment.
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Sea containers
194
Office & workmen's containers
52,000 m 25,000 m2 Doka beams
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Construction cranes in ownership
Layher scaffolding
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Element stackers sand-lime brick
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Sanitary units
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Power units
26,000 Struts
30,000 Various support equipment
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OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | PRODUCTION AND FINISHING COMPANIES | BLOCKX
Blockx
Roofing, carpentry and insulation Blockx has been a member of the B&R Construction group since the beginning of 2017 and has more than 25 years’ experience. The company was established in 1989 with roof covering and roof carpentry as its core business. It has specialised in roof renovation since 1994. The subsidiary company acts as a benchmark in its field and constantly strives for innovation. With the use of drones, and the use of innovative fastening methods to efficiently install photovoltaic panels, Blockx Dakwerken shows that it is clearly ready for the future. The accession of this one subsidiary company makes the one-stop-shop of B&R Construction group even more complete and strengthens the regional anchoring of the group.
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OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | PRODUCTION AND FINISHING COMPANIES | BRUYNDONCX
Bruyndoncx
Sanitary facilities and heating Bruyndoncx is an expert in sanitary, electricity, lighting and home automation, as well as HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning). Their expertise makes Bruyndoncx a perfect partner for our other subsidiary companies. It is easy to find the synergies with Van Bergen (flooring and tiling) and BTI (technical construction installations) for items required for, among others, bathroom renovations. This is both for the private and professional market. The extensive showroom, located in the heart of Arendonk, and its years of experience establish the value of this family business in Arendonk and its surroundings.
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OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | PRODUCTION AND FINISHING COMPANIES | BSR
BSR
Construction and demolition recycling In the spring of 2017, AGBb bvba and Afbraakwerken van Kempen bvba joined forces to self-manage the collection of debris from their own works for recycling into reusable raw materials. This is how BSR became a reality. BSR stands for Bouw- en Sloop-Recycling [Construction and Demolition Recycling] and is located in Rumst. BSR recycles stone rubble and concrete rubble and processes it into a stone granulate. The granulate can then be reused as, for example, foundation material for industrial buildings and road works. By sorting “our own waste”, we hope to be able to contribute to a more sustainable construction world, paying attention to the environment, waste and the (re)use of waste.
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OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | PRODUCTION AND FINISHING COMPANIES | BTI
BTI
Technical construction installations BTI specialises in the delivery and placement of complete electrical installations for apartments, government buildings and many other types of larger projects. Just think of schools, retirement homes, service flats and day-care centres. Customers can rely on the installation of a customised electrical installation based on their personal wishes and requirements.
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OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | PRODUCTION AND FINISHING COMPANIES | INTO FACILITIES
Into Facilities Facility maintenance
Into Facilities NV is a unique partnership of local and reputable companies, built on the idea that every customer with a specific question deserves a specific answer. The objective of this subsidiary company is to offer high-value, high-quality services for (health)care institutions so these institutions can fully concentrate on their primary process: care. To achieve this, Into Facilities offers a wide range of services ranging from development, design, construction, financing, maintenance, catering, cleaning, waste processing and logistics services. These are offered as an integral service or a service that is split into parts, depending on the clients’ requirements. In doing so, this subsidiary company can provide a solution to every request. If appropriate, the partner network will be extended to provide a solution to the clients’ specific requirements. This is all designed to totally unburden the clients.
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OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | PRODUCTION AND FINISHING COMPANIES | VAN BERGEN
Van Bergen Flooring and tiling
Within B&R Construction group, Van Bergen is the floor and wall tiles specialist (custom-made, natural stone tiles or composite tiles) as well as the laying of tiles. The company works for contractors, private individuals, project developers and government organisations. Private customers are welcomed in the showroom and given all the advice they need from our experienced sales team. Within the spacious region of Kempen and the south of the Netherlands, our subsidiary company is the quality reference mark.
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Laying a terrace Retie
The craftsmen guarantee top quality both indoors and outdoors. Our skilled team gave the garden of this young family from Retie the final touch. Their terrace and garden path, which consists of 110 m² of 60 x 60 cm ceramic tiles in imitation bluestone, is maintenance-friendly and scratch-resistant. These are two very important features for this family with two young children.
OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | PRODUCTION AND FINISHING COMPANIES | VAN BERGEN
Volvo garage De Keulenaer Beveren
Family business, Volvo De Keulenaer, a distributor of Volvo in Beveren since 1979, began expansion and renovation works in the autumn of 2017. Van Bergen took care of the delivery and laying of the floor tiles. The showroom consists of 100 m² of ceramic tiles, while a special anti-slip tile was laid in the workshop.
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OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | PRODUCTION AND FINISHING COMPANIES | VAN DE CRAEN
Van de Craen
Plaster works, plaster blocks and cellular concrete Van de Craen was the first acquisition of B&R Construction group after the takeover of Hooyberghs. This subsidiary company specialises in gypsum blocks, silicate stone and foam concrete; as such this company offers a huge amount of experience in traditional screed and plasterwork. This subsidiary company, which has enjoyed very strong growth in recent years, delivers projects throughout Belgium and the Netherlands.
Tivoli GreenCity Project Laken
We are currently working hard on the Tivoli GreenCity Project In Laken, just a 15-minute walk from the heart of Brussels. The project consists of 397 homes, of which 271 are low-threshold homes offered to the wider public and 126 are social housing. The project also includes two crèches, each with 62 places, and approximately 770 m² of retail space.
Tivoli GreenCity wants to create a harmonious connection between the existing, dense residential area in Laken and the industrial area of the Port of Brussels. The project has ambitious objectives for environmental protection. These are the reduction of energy consumption, an increase in biodiversity, the production of green energy, and rational water management and sensitisation. These objectives will be included in the charter of the sustainable district of Tivoli GreenCity. The future residents will be asked to sign up to this charter. Some objectives are far-reaching, but they guarantee a better environment and deliver energy savings to users. Van de Craen started laying the plaster blocks for 400 apartments of this imaginative project in June. After the plaster blocks, plasterwork follows in early September. This project, with 40,000 m² of plaster blocks, is the largest project in Van de Craen's history.
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OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | PRODUCTION AND FINISHING COMPANIES | VERHEYEN
Verheyen
Architectural precast concrete Verheyen is a specialist in structural and architectural concrete. Their extensive investments in R&D and pre-engineering make them the ideal partner for all construction projects in architectural concrete. Innovations such as using carbon for reinforcement, thin façade cladding, and a hybrid steel-concrete system are only a few of their specialties. These innovations, combined with the active role they play early in the construction process make Verheyen an outstanding construction partner. Their expertise and constant delivery of high-value, high-quality products is appreciated both in Belgium and abroad. This can be seen in the projects throughout the country, as well as in a recent project in Cambridge (UK).
The Triangle Cambridge (UK)
Client: Cambridge Assessment Architect: Eric Parry Architects (Designing) + HLM Architects (Implementation) Supplied elements: Pre-tensioned lintels, single-sided façade cladding, π-elements (sun shields) Contract value: > €2,440,000
With a prestigious project in the university city of Cambridge in the United Kingdom, Arendonk-based company Verheyen set foot on foreign soil and began its biggest assignment so far. It included all the concrete elements for a new development project at Cambridge Assessment, the international exam group of one of England's oldest and best-known universities with alumni such as Charles Darwin, Isaac Newton and John Keynes. From then on, this new international headquarters “The Triangle” will house all the Cambridge Assessment employees (who are currently based in 11 different offices) under one roof. Subsidiary company Verheyen was chosen to complete the project thanks to its innovative technology and professional working methods. Among other things, this company supplied the pre-tensioned lintel elements in lengths of more than nine metres that, despite their small cross-sectional area, still have a large load-bearing capacity. All the elements were made and inspected at de Hoge Mauw (in Arendonk) and then transported to Cambridge (UK) by truck. 53
OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | PRODUCTION AND FINISHING COMPANIES | VERHEYEN
Turnova Toren Turnhout
Client: Turnhout Centrum Bouw nv Architect: B-architects (design), Osar architects (implementation) Supplied elements: Sandwich elements, single-sided façade cladding, sills Contract value: > €2,250,000
For the Turnova project in Turnhout, Verheyen will supply the load-bearing sandwich panels and single-surface cladding for the tower. This 18-storey giant contains offices, catering establishments and apartments. To do this, Verheyen supplied no less than 2,500 m² of sandwich panels in white acid-etched architectural concrete. Verheyen optimised the façade installation from ± 1,800 elements to ± 1,000 elements, which was necessary to maintain the contractor's tight construction schedule (7 working days per floor). The elements to be delivered included: 156 isolated π-elements, 52 insulated T-elements and 140 insulated columns and beams. Add to that 1,850 rm of sills and 375 m² of single-sided covering elements and you will see that Verheyen is playing a large part in this remarkable project. 54
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OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | PRODUCTION AND FINISHING COMPANIES | VERHEYEN
Woods Louvain
Client: Dyls Construct Architect: Crepain Binst Architecture Supplied elements: 56 balconies, 1700 m² of façade panels, 23 walls on balconies Contract value: > €865,000
Woods Leuven, the unique architectural eyecatcher with 157 student apartments on the outskirts of Louvain. This exceptional building was designed by Crepain Binst Architecture and posed a serious challenge to Verheyen. There was not only the green colour or the even appearance of the acidified concrete to deal with, but also the construction of the façade panels. On the advice of Verheyen, this was built from prefabricated combi elements instead of different individual columns and beams. Exhaustive pre-engineering was required to ensure this job achieved the desired quality within the set deadline. This was only possible thanks to the close and efficient collaboration between both Crepain Binst Architecture and contractor/client, Dyls Construct, and the architectural engineering firm, Arcade.
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The project, and more specifically the contribution of Verheyen, were among the prizes of the FEBE Awards- an annual awards ceremony organised by the Belgian Prefab Concrete Industry Federation. Here, FEBE celebrates the most remarkable Belgian concrete projects of the past year. The award show took place in Hangar 58 in Genk on 28 November. After several nominations in 2014 and 2015, and a double nomination this year (Woods Louvain and Building M in Antwerp), Verheyen was rewarded for their craftsmanship. A real daring piece that was delivered for Woods Louvain. To ensure the evenness of the green concrete, Verheyen uses her fully-automated concrete plant. This is the only way to guarantee uniform composition of the concrete without deviations. In addition, a comprehensive quality inspection and optimal curing was put in place.
The cost price of the façade installation was also strongly reduced. By modelling the entire façade according to the characteristics of the building, elements could be combined. As a result, more than half the elements were saved and time was gained.
OUR COMPANIES AND PROJECTS | PRODUCTION AND FINISHING COMPANIES | VERHEYEN
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HIGHLIGHTS OF 2017 | WORKING IN A CONSTRUCTION TEAM
Client
VCO
Techniques | EPB
Working in a construction team The construction sector is one that traditionally counts on experience and expertise. Processes and methodologies improve and evolve, but you will seldom find a drastic or sudden change. However, a transformation is required in the current landscape of tendering where delivering quality within a tight timeframe and a clearly defined budget is crucial. In the past, a linear process from client to architect, on to the consultancy firm and contractor, and finally to the end customer was the preferred approach. But a change is currently imminent. In order to increase efficiency and reduce failure costs, the linear construction process has been swapped for an integrated process. The implementation companies are already sitting at the table, sharing their expertise during the design phase. This means they are an 60
B&R construction team Designer
‘successful together’
Environmental planning
integral part of the construction team. The parameters of the project are determined and refined during the meetings between the involved parties. The consequences are then transparently mapped out. Every adjustment made through this process is immediately visible to all members of the team.
Main contractor
Stability | Acoustics
The members of the team, each a specialist within their own field, will do everything they can to develop a high-quality concept that meets all the requirements and needs of future users. The synergy between the various subsidiaries of B&R Construction group is a major asset when working in construction teams. This allows us to link up with even shorter lines, which has a direct impact on budget, timing and quality.
HIGHLIGHTS OF 2017 | PARTICIPATING INTEREST CHRISTIAENS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
Participating interest Christiaens Construction Company In order to maintain our constant growth and optimise our geographical coverage in Flanders, Christiaens Construction Company was welcomed into the group at the end of 2017. The newest subsidiary company is located in Oostkamp, has 95 employees, and achieves an annual turnover figure of â‚Ź50 million. The core activities of the construction company are general contracting for both residential and non-residential construction projects. This acquisition of a participating interest means further supplementation and strengthening of the activities of B&R Construction group on a geographical level. The distinctive family character and shared vision make Christiaens Construction Company the right partner for B&R Construction group. Christiaens Construction Company has experienced strong growth for decades. This has resulted in this company gradually growing into a leading construction company in East and West Flanders. The drive, flexibility and expertise of its employees are the solid foundations of this strong growth, and they will remain important assets of this recent addition to B&R Construction group. B&R Construction group has acquired a 50% participating interest in Christiaens Construction Company. The subsidiary company retains its own identity and the current management remains co-shareholder.
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HIGHLIGHTS OF 2017 | LEAN
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Customer value
Waste
Necessary activities
Customer value
Necessary activities
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The “lean” principle was primarily used in industry at first. In recent years, this methodology, whose main themes are to create value for clients and reduce waste, are becoming increasingly used outside industry. The “lean” approach is also gaining traction in the construction sector. This is logical considering the construction process is a process containing a huge number of variables. Just think: architects, builders, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, etc. are all links in the chain, and they all influence the construction process. By applying “lean” methodologies to the construction process and thus continually making improvements, failure to achieve a schedule or the making of errors is reduced to a minimum. This is true at both the construction site and in the office. The team at Hooyberghs in Hoboken started to apply these principles for the first time. This new approach to the construction process requires a completely new way of working. This is true for both the preparation work and the site activity itself. But the results can also be enjoyed very quickly. It is these instant, tangible benefits that ensure “lean” work processes gain traction in the short term.
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HIGHLIGHTS OF 2017 | BIM
BIM
Building Information Model
There are many variables within the construction process. It is important to coordinate these as optimally as possible in order to be as efficient as possible in the construction process. From the first idea for a building plan to commissioning, anything can disrupt the process and cause rising costs. These costs, resulting from wrong decisions or construction mistakes, make up five to thirteen percent of the turnover of the construction sector. To reduce this, insight and an overview of the entire project that is as complete as possible is required. BIM can be a great asset here. A Building Information Model is a digital model of an existing and/or planned structure, constructed from objects to which information is linked. This information can then be linked to several things such as phasing, functions, required structural strength, specific connections to surrounding objects, and so on. BIM is interpreted and applied in different ways. At B&R Construction group, however, we have a very clear and transparent vision of how BIM should be applied. For us, BIM is a way to correctly manage projects. The information exchange is the most important thing. BIM is therefore not an end in itself, but an efficient and collaborative work method that requires the commitment of all collaborating parties. 63
HIGHLIGHTS OF 2017 | B&R ACADEMY AT FULL SPEED
B&R Academy at full speed
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B&R Academy
Collaborations with schools
At B&R Construction group, great importance is attached to growth. Both at a group level and on a personal level. At the group level, we do this by being very focussed on strengthening. Both a focus on the geographical aspect, as well as expertise. In addition, there is a strong commitment on a personal level to provide customised training courses. B&R Academy organises internal and external training throughout the year. There is a course tailored to every employee's job and further career. This ensures the professional competencies of our employees are constantly improved and that they are always aware of the latest evolutions within the market.
B&R Academy is also strongly focussed on talent spotting. This is achieved through deep-rooted collaborations with different educational institutions. This includes rather practical training courses in secondary education to very specific architectural courses at Higher Professional Education institutions and universities. By joining early in the process, we try to put both our sector and our company in the spotlight from day one. This also gives us an opportunity to contribute socially. In order to coordinate supply and demand in the best way possible, B&R Academy can be counted on to provide advice for the construction-specific training courses of, among others, Thomas More. For example, as one of the most important costumers of talent, we actively contribute to the quality and content of the relevant courses.
HIGHLIGHTS OF 2017 | 100 TH RECRUITMENT 2017
100th recruitment 2017 The exceptional growth of recent years makes finding talent in the labour market all the more important. Our recruitment process is therefore running at full speed. However, Monday 2 October was a milestone for B&R Construction group. On that day, we were able to welcome eight new employees spread over several of our subsidiary companies. At the beginning of October, this brought the number of employees recruited in 2017 to 105. More than 100 recruitments in less than a year; we needed to celebrate that fact. That's why we pulled out all the stops, in true B&R fashion, to make the first working day of # 98 Hanne Goris (Coordinator Facility Management), # 99 Kristof Verstraeten (BIM designer Hooyberghs) and # 100 Carmine Moonen (Junior Company Lawyer B&R) an unforgettable day. However, recruitment 100 is not the end of 2017. After Carmine, several recruitments followed. An undeniably successful year for B&R Construction group, and a direct reflection of the remarkable growth that the group has enjoyed in 2017. Watch the video of these exceptional welcomes at www.benr.be or scan the QR code: 65
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OUR PARTNERSHIPS
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OUR PARTNERSHIPS | CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Corporate Social Responsibility Local anchoring is an important asset of B&R Construction group, but this goes further than an address and an office in Arendonk, the municipality where it all started. B&R Construction group tries to keep its finger on the pulse and to make a clear contribution to local initiatives. We always try to achieve this in a constructive way by acting in a supporting role. This can range from providing financial support to youth activities for regional sports clubs to providing logistical support to local events. Our people are our greatest capital and are therefore crucial to our success story. Investing in them speaks for itself. We do this via extensive investments in both education (B&R Academy), a qualitative work environment (Health & Safety Team) and an optimal working atmosphere (B&R Party Committee). The return on this investment is visible in the results of the “Building respect� survey. This study, set up by Securex, was carried out with a view to the sustainable employability of our employees. How do they feel about their work, at work and in their work environment? All the factors that largely determine how we feel as human beings. This survey taught us that 90.8% of our employees would recommend B&R Construction group to others as an employer. An exceedingly good result that, as a group, we are extremely proud of.
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OUR PARTNERSHIPS | ASV GEEL
ASV Geel B&R Construction group is a proud partner of the Geel football club, Allemaal Samen Verbroedering (ASV) Geel. This club is active in the first amateurs league. ASV Geel was able to count on our support for the fourth season in a row. Just like B&R, ASV Geel believes local anchoring is very important. There is therefore a strong focus on working with the youth as much as possible to create a flow from their youth teams to the first team.
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OUR PARTNERSHIPS | ROYAL KNOKKE FC
Royal Knokke FC We are also a partner of a football club in West Flanders. Like ASV Geel, Royal Knokke FC plays in the first amateur league, and it has Christiaens construction company as its shirt sponsor. This coastal club competes year after year at the top of the table. Hopefully they can continue this with their eye on next season.
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OUR PARTNERSHIPS | SUCCESS WANTY-GROUPE GOBERT
Wanty-Groupe Gobert B&R Construction group has been a proud partner of the Belgian cycling formation, Wanty-Groupe Gobert since 2015.
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This pro-continental team is led by Hilaire Van der Schueren, a veteran in the profession, and the team embodies exactly what B&R stands for. The family atmosphere, intense enthusiasm, as well as teamwork between different qualities and disciplines. Always alert, surpassing oneself, coupled with a healthy dose of realism. The riders are all full of ambition and always ready to do battle, from the first kilometre to the last.
Tour de France They showed this fighting spirit during the Tour de France in 2017, which is the most prestigious cycling race in the world. The riders were prominent almost every day. Guillaume Van Keirsbulck was even in the lead by himself for 190 km in an escape during the ride between Mondorf les Bains to Vittel. The team also received a wildcard for the Tour in 2018. So they will be competing at the highest level again this year. Š Kramon/WWG
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KEY FIGURES | EMPLOYEES
Employees
Age of employees
Service Years rs Yea ber vice r e Num S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 14 17 18 12 19 10 20 5 21 4 22 9 23 8 24 6 25 2 26 4 27 7 28 2 29 4 30 4 31 4 32 4 33 3 34 0 35 2 36 1 37 0 38 0 39 2 40 1
74
42 43
27 23
21
28 26 29
44
38 41
109
64 63 57 58
36 %
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KEY FIGURES | EMPLOYEES
Growth employees
821
314 564
554
554
568
565
177
191
209
230
241
507 387
363
345
338
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2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
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KEY FIGURES | FINANCIAL
Turnover B&R 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017
€79,000,000 €97,000,000 €126,000,000 €130,000,000 €166,000,000 €172,000,000 €230,000,000 €212,000,000 €260,000,000 €295,000,000
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78 03/2008
€0 12/2017
09/2017
06/2017
03/2017
12/2016
09/2016
06/2016
03/2016
12/2015
09/2015
06/2015
03/2015
12/2014
09/2014
06/2014
03/2014
12/2013
09/2013
06/2013
03/2013
12/2012
09/2012
06/2012
03/2012
12/2011
09/2011
Turnover
06/2011
03/2011
12/2010
09/2010
06/2010
03/2010
12/2009
09/2009
06/2009
03/2009
12/2008
09/2008
06/2008
KEY FIGURES | FINANCIAL
Turnover & construction barometer Construction barometer
€300,000,000 20 %
€250,000,000 15 %
€200,000,000 10 %
€150,000,000 5%
€100,000,000 0%
€50,000,000 -5%
-10%
KEY FIGURES | FINANCIAL
Operating profit
Turnover
Operating profit 2
€300,000,000
€8,000,000
€7,000,000
€250,000,000
€6,000,000 €200,000,000 €5,000,000 €150,000,000 €4,000,000
€100,000,000
€3,000,000
€2,000,000
€50,000,000
€1,000,000 €0 2004
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2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
goodwill amortisation included
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KEY FIGURES | SAFETY
Safety
Total number of accidents at work
26
28
20
19 14
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
Safety as priority no. 1 The Health & Safety Team has its office at the head office in Arendonk and is an important link in the chain of the group. They work every day to improve the welfare of all B&R Construction group employees. They do this by constantly searching for and uncovering risks. An important way to detect risks is by carrying out workplace inspections. This means the Health and Safety Advisor comes to the construction site to discuss both the positive and the points for improvement with the project manager and site manager. Our Health & Safety Team does this at all B&R sites. 80
In addition to site inspections, there is also a strong focus on prevention. New site are discussed with the project management in order to identify potential risks and to define how they can be managed. Our procedures ensure uniformity across sites and subsidiary companies. These are living documents, which means they are always kept up-to-date and in line with current legislation.
KEY FIGURES | SAFETY
Total number of days temporarily unavailable
Frequency rate Frequency rate
Sector average
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52.03
1,602
48.05 50
1,234
46.79
44.97
1,036
966
40
32.69
34.08
30
23.79
22.39 16.36
20
2013
2014
2015
44.97
1,227
2016
2017
Currently four of our subsidiary companies meet the VCA requirements (Safety Checklist for Contractors). This means they meet the current requirements in terms of Safety, Health and the Environment on a large number of points. Moreover, subsidiary companies Hooyberghs, Brebuild, AGBb Infra and Van de Craen have a VCA** certificate. This means they comply with the VCA criteria for work carried out on the shop floor by both their own employees and subcontractors.
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2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
Obtaining and maintaining these certificates requires considerable effort, both for the companies themselves and the support services. But the efforts are rewarding. For example, the number of accidents at work has been halved in the past three years, and we score over two and a half times better than the industry average in the accident frequency rate. These are figures to be proud of, and they motivate us to make safety a key priority every day.
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Company structure
Financial
€295,000,000
14 SPECIALISED COMPANIES 6 CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES
BSR BLOCKX INTO FACILITIES
Turnover 2017
DEVELOPMENT
€29,300,000
HOLDING
Equity3 2017
B&R FACILITY MANAGEMENT B&R BUILDING MATERIALS BRUYNDONCX
Offices
B&R LOGISTICS ALCOPRO ALCOMEL BTI VERHEYEN
BREBUILD
ATA VAN BERGEN
BSR
CHRISTIAENS
BRUYNDONCX BTI HOOYBERGHS INTO FACILITIES STUDIE 4 VAN BERGEN VAN DE CRAEN VERHEYEN
B&R CONSTRUCTION GROUP
ALCOMEL/ALCOPRO
VAN DE CRAEN CHRISTIAENS
AGBB ARKANA ATA B&R BUILDING MATERIALS B&R DEVELOPMENT B&R FACILITY MANAGEMENT B&R LOGISTICS BLOCKX
E. ROMBAUT
BREBUILD E. ROMBAUT AGBB ARKANA HOOYBERGHS B&R DEVELOPMENT STUDIE 4 B&R CONSTRUCTION GROUP
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not audited Equity
Employees
B&R is growing Quality
Profitability
314 Staff
507 Workers
>800 109
Employees
Recruitments in 2017
B&R future
100
Various training courses Durability
Internationalisation
° Holding B&R Construction group
90.8 %
of the employees recommend B&R Construction group as an employer
2015 2001 20 years working successfully together
Eddy Bruyninckx started working at Hooyberghs
1979 Joinery “Building respect” survey 2017 - Securex
1995 Acquisition of Hooyberghs (Eddy Bruyninckx & Ravago)
1965 1950 Hooyberghs 85
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