The top-down removal of both wings next to the A8011 and Tryst Road has now been completed using advanced robotic equipment. Beattie Demolition has carried out the work on the former office building on behalf of the local authority.
Mackenzie Beattie, of Beattie Demolition, said, “This method has helped us clear these key areas safely, making it possible to bring in the high-reach demolition rig to continue with the rest of the building.
“The materials from the demolition are being sorted and recycled. So far, over 1,200 tonnes have been taken off-site. This will be turned into recycled sand and clean 10/20mm stone chips, which will be reused in local building projects—helping the project to meet sustainability targets and cut down on environmental impact.
“Including materials recovered earlier during the soft strip phase, we’re currently recycling 94% of all waste. This shows our strong commitment to sustainable construction and responsible use of resources.”
The demolition work is the first phase of in the council’s 15-year plan to completely regenerate the town centre. The Centre Cumbernauld shopping centre will also be demolished to make way for new education, health, community, leisure facilities as well as public transport improvements.
Jim Logue, North Lanarkshire Council leader, said, “Our vision for Cumbernauld aims to deliver a town centre, which will drive a new sense of place and community ownership.
“The demolition of Fleming House signals the start of our ambitious plans for the transformation of Cumbernauld Town Centre – it’s great to see that this first phase of work is nearing completion.”
