Galliford Try chosen for GBP66m Birmingham development

Housebuilding and construction group Galliford Try has been appointed by developer ACDL to deliver the first phase of Birmingham's new Arena Central scheme in a contract worth £66m.

The contracts covers the construction of the 2 Arena Central building, which will include 210,000 sq ft of office space to accommodate over 2,500 people as extensive landscaping and external public realm works to create a new 'urban meadow' and public square at Bank Court.

Executive chairman Greg Fitzgerland said: "We are delighted to have been chosen to construct such a prestigious development in this key regeneration area for the city of Birmingham. Galliford Try has a strong presence in the West Midlands and we look forward to delivering for our partners at ACDL and producing a landmark scheme for them."

ACDL is a joint venture between Miller Developments and Pro Vinci Asset Management.