James joined our marketing department in February 2014, after graduating from the University of Brighton with a journalism degree. Having worked in the department for almost a decade, James is now responsible for developing and implementing the company’s marketing strategy across all territories. As such, James works closely with all members of the team – both UK-based and overseas – as well as the senior management teams of our UK, European and Middle Eastern businesses.
Ross had worked at the company for five consecutive summers, fulfilling a number of roles within the business before joining the marketing team full-time in 2013. He graduated from the University of Greenwich with a degree in Advertising, Marketing and Communications, and is responsible for much of our creative output. Ross is predominantly involved with designing artwork, graphics and video content, but also contributes towards organising exhibitions, trade shows and other one-off events.
Francesca completed her master’s degree in Public and Business Communication at the University of Milan. She moved to London and joined the marketing team in 2016, working predominantly with the French-speaking countries. Since 2020, Francesca has focused on the Italian market, following the growth of the company’s business in Italy. She oversees regular website updates, produces email campaigns, is developing Nolo Climat’s social media presence, and designs graphics and marketing materials.
Jahdia moved from the island of Bermuda to London and has recently completed her master's degree in Strategic Communications at King's College London. She joined the marketing team full-time in October 2022. Her primary duties include in-house content for the website, email campaigns, co-coordinating PR opportunities, creating content for all social media platforms, and assisting with the organisation of special events.
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In the scorching heat of summer, finding ways to stay cool becomes a top priority for both humans and their furry friends. Recently, our company was called to a popular greyhound racing track in London, with a temporary climate control solution urgently required. The facility’s estates team recognised the importance of keeping their customers comfortable,
Introducing the PAC 22 Portable Air Conditioner As the scorching heat of summer (hopefully!) approaches, it’s time to start thinking about how to keep yourself and your surroundings cool and comfortable. One reliable solution that has gained immense popularity is the PAC 22 portable air conditioner. This powerful and versatile unit has become a favourite
When it comes to building and working on nuclear power stations like Hinkley Point C, strict regulations and precise requirements must be met at all times. The use of specialised concrete (known as ‘nuclear concrete’) is one of several heavily scrutinised processes undertaken on site, with protocols set by the Office for Nuclear Regulation expected
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Case Studies
What happened in Europe this month? – Valentine’s Edition
Belgium It’s the season of love, but we know that not everyone is a fan of Valentine’s Day. In some instances, self-care and personal growth must take priority. We’ve taken this somewhat literally in Belgium, with our progress in the region recently extending to opening a third depot in the country. Our new property ...
Sales, strategy, and step-ups: Here’s a recap of our sales conference
Last week, our sales teams met up in Daventry for a very productive two-day training seminar and strategy meeting. The event provided our HVAC and Pumps Sales Directors – Paul La Roche and Chris Graham – with an opportunity to relay business plans for 2023 onwards, while also allowing all present to engage in dialogue, ...
Andrews Sykes top ten blogs of 2022
If you are new to what we do at Andrews Sykes, you might not be aware of our long heritage as a 165-year-old company specialising in HVAC and pumps. But we also write a popular blog on a weekly basis! We cover a range of topics including case studies, roundups, opinion pieces, advice/top tips, ...
What’s been happening in Europe this month?
UK We knew last month had been a good one, but it has since come to light that it was our best December on record from a revenue perspective! Britain experienced snowfall, ice and bitter temperatures – and it’s fair to say our clients were cold. Although we didn’t have a choice in the weather, ...
Winchester City Council enlists help of Andrews Boilers for leisure centre development
When a local authority in Hampshire faced the prospect of a major leisure centre development being delayed, a solution was required immediately to ensure the project was completed on time. The construction company responsible for the scheme has worked on countless high-profile builds including the London Aquatic Centre used during the 2012 Olympics, and they ...
Sykes Pumps provides over-pumping solution for local council
Sykes Pumps was recently approached by a major building and civil engineering company and asked to help assist with the repair of a local culvert. Before work could take place, our engineers were required to provide an immediate pumping solution to over-pump the stream – cleaning out all the silt build-up and then removing old ...
Sykes Pumps provides emergency pumping solution for house building contractor
At Sykes Pumps, we’re used to receiving last-minute callouts. Our ability to handle projects at short notice is the reason so many customers know they can rely on us when things go wrong. So, when East Sussex based house-building contractor required us to supply an urgent pumping rental scheme, they contacted us at the eleventh ...
Swift pump hire ensures sewage treatment maintenance project is completed months ahead of schedule
When one of the country’s largest sewage treatment plants reported an issue with their fixed pumps, they knew that Sykes Pumps could provide a suitable replacement pump hire package while the original units were repaired off site. Two of the customer’s pumps were therefore taken offline, and we had to propose a solution that would ...
High capacity heating arrangement assists concrete curing process
Temperature can have a major effect on trade works, and it is important to take it into consideration before working with concrete during winter. This applies to both the ambient air temperature and that of the concrete itself, with undesirable conditions likely to affect the strength and integrity of the end product. The potential for ...
Distinguished London hospital seeks heater hire for COVID testing and vaccination centres
Since the coronavirus outbreak, Andrews has worked alongside the NHS on a national scale to provide a range of essential HVAC services. Initially tasked with supplying comfort cooling in hospitals, improving ventilation in sealed areas and connecting boilers for temporary heating and showering facilities, our input is now required to help assist the next stage ...