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Government Data Centre

Location: Central Scotland

When the Scottish Government needed more space for one of their most important data centres, GLM were employed as part of an M&E-led consortium. GLM fed into an option appraisal which ultimately resulted in the Scottish Government deciding to keep the data centre in the 1940’s former hospital building. This was an unusual challenge, as a data centre would normally be housed in a new building.

GLM’s experience of existing building adaptation were utilised to the fullest, as the building threw up a range of surprises and challenges to the design team. GLM being onboard as designers also meant that an M&E led project did not stall when confronted with difficult built fabric.

Over time, GLM has been called on to aid with a series of associated issues with the building, from internal refurbishment of office areas, to roof repairs.

"The new data centre at Saughton House was a complex and strategically important project to the Scottish Government which required close attention to detail and efficient control to ensure the project objectives were achieved. GLM's appointment as Project Managers was fundamental to the successful delivery of the project and the commitment shown by their team was exceptional."

Craig Bathgate, Senior Projects Manager, Scottish Government

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Edinburgh

+44 (0)131 225 4235

20 Torphichen Street,
Edinburgh, EH3 8JB,
Scotland, UK

Glasgow

+44 (0)141 261 5661

163 Bath Street,
Glasgow, G2 4SQ,
Scotland, UK

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+44 (0)1463 262 826
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