Severfield, a leading structural steel company based in the United States (US) recently undertook supply contracts for a significant project in Guyana, bolstered by the support of United Kingdom Export Finance (UKEF).
The company recently landed the US$5.7 million deal and has already successfully supplied 1,900 tonnes of structural steel to Guyana, to be used in the construction of a new hospital in Georgetown. Partnering with VAMED Engineering GmbH, Severfield’s contribution marks a milestone in the advancement of healthcare infrastructure in the region.
Severfield, headquartered in York, operates across multiple sectors, including infrastructure, transport, and commercial development. Renowned for its involvement in prestigious projects such as the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, 22 Bishopsgate, and London’s iconic Shard, the company brings a wealth of expertise to the table.
In 2021, UKEF facilitated a crucial US$175.7 million loan to the Guyanese government, earmarked for the development of a new paediatric and maternity hospital. This financial support was contingent upon the involvement of UK suppliers, paving the way for Severfield to seize the opportunity.
The company’s Dalton site in North Yorkshire has been pivotal in the fabrication of steel for this landmark project, underscoring Severfield’s commitment to local employment and economic growth.
Rob Evans, Divisional Managing Director of Severfield’s Commercial & Industrial division, expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration, stating, “Severfield (is) delighted to be supplying the structural steelwork for the new paediatric and maternity hospital in Guyana. With the invaluable support of UKEF, we are proud to add to our strong and varied history of delivering high-quality, fabricated steelwork for use in overseas projects.”
The US$162.6 million paediatric and maternal hospital will be constructed at Goedverwagting, East Coast Demerara. Upon its completion, the hospital is poised to serve as a beacon of healthcare excellence, expected to cater to high-risk cases not only from Guyana but also from across the Caribbean. Additionally, the institution will serve as a vital teaching hospital, marking a significant milestone in healthcare accessibility and education within Guyana.
It was previously announced that the hospital will be built and equipped in approximately two-years by Austria-based Vamed Engineering and will feature 256 beds and will be a referral centre for women and children. The hospital will also contain a large imaging suite for services such as CT scans and MRIs, a modern laboratory, and surgical suites.
