Located in the Berkshire town of Slough is the site of the former Horlicks factory, famed for manufacturing the malted milk drink. The factory closed in 2018 after 110 years of producing the much-loved beverage and has since been renovated by Berkeley Homes into a modern residential neighbourhood. A key part of the site, due to its iconic status, is the factory’s 46-metre-tall chimney. As one
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Stunning façade on the Edinburgh skyline
The Mound is one of Edinburgh’s many historical gems. Linking the Old Town with the New Town, The Mound was created when the foundations for the New Town were dug out and deposited into Nor Loch, which was drained in 1765 and forms today’s Princess Street Gardens. The site is home to a number of culturally significant institutions, including the National Gallery of Scotland, the Royal Scottish
Join Pharos in the Big Apple – LEDucation 2023
Lighting control specialist Pharos Architectural Controls is continuing its 2023 events calendar with attendance at LEDucation in March. Organised by the Designers Lighting Forum of New York, the event is an opportunity for industry professionals to experience solid-state innovations and access educational, accredited seminars. Pharos will be showcasing its brand-new Expert control range; the
Pharos recognised in [d]arc awards shortlist
We’re delighted to announce that two of our entries to the [d]arc awards 2022 have been shortlisted by the organisers. The latest addition to our product portfolio, Pharos Expert, and our secure, remote management solution, Pharos Cloud, have both been shortlisted in the Kit - Technology category.KIT - TechnologyPharos Cloud – Pharos Architectural ControlsPharos Expert – Pharos
Pharos revitalises the Port of Newcastle
In the Australian city of Newcastle, New South Wales, lies the deep-water Port of Newcastle. It is a key transport hub, and a vital part of the nation’s responsible, integrated and innovative supply chain solutions. Enabling Australian businesses to compete in international markets, the port handles more than 4,000 ship movements and 164 million tonnes of cargo each year. The port recently
Leadership promotion at Pharos Architectural Controls
Lighting controls specialist Pharos Architectural Controls has started 2023 with a high-profile promotion, following the appointment of new Chief Executive Officer, Simon Hicks. Bas Hoksbergen has been promoted to Commercial Director, a role that sits within the company’s leadership team. Bas will be responsible for building an extensive picture of Pharos Architectural Controls’ customer base;