Project Porth, Newport – high tech manufacturing and research and development

National Constructing Wales Award 2025

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National Constructing Wales Award 2025

The Project Porth development represents a multi-million-pound investment by international high-tech manufacturing and research & development company, KLA U.K.

The new building accommodates up to 750 staff, has been designed to achieve a BREEAM Excellent rating and includes offices, cleanrooms, storage and support facilities.  The 237,000 ft2 building is spread over three floors, providing high-quality modern workspaces, flexible breakout areas and a staff restaurant. The manufacturing hall contains sub-fab and clean rooms to the west, with stores and logistics area at the east.

With staff wellbeing a priority, the new building includes a gymnasium and a trim-trail to support employee fitness and health.  There is ample secure cycle storage and shower facilities encouraging alternative modes of transport, whilst 47 EV charging points are installed in the car park.

The innovative development has attained multiple awards including the ‘National Constructing Wales Award 2025, with Developer Hillwood receiving the Developer of the Year, Wales award with a highly commended award for the KLA development.

Wakemans role

Project Manager

Employer's Agent

Quantity Surveyor

Health and Safety Advisor

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