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Arena Point, Leeds – Crane Climb

This video shows the penultimate crane lift (5 of 6) on Arena Point, Leeds. Using an internal lift shaft climbing system the team at Falcon tower cranes and JASO have been able to climb 6 pockets in under 2 hours. The team at RG Group and Stephenson’s are now at level 39 on the main […]

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Arena Point Demolition Nears Completion 

The demolition of Arena Point is almost complete. The building, which was located on Merrion Way, was demolished using a combination of high-reach demolition equipment and traditional excavators. The demolition began in October 2022 and is expected to be completed by the end of August 2023.  This point marks a significant milestone in the redevelopment […]

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Olympian Secures Planning Permission and Complete Purchase of Arena Point, Leeds

Olympian Homes has secured planning permission to construct a student accommodation scheme that will become Leeds’s tallest building. The proposed £95m, 43-storey tower on Merrion Way in Leeds city centre, will feature 705 beds across a mix of studio apartment and shared cluster flats.  Located close to the First Direct Arena, the development is part […]

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CONTRACTS EXCHANGED FOR ARENA POINT, LEEDS

Olympian has exchanged contracts with RR Wing Portfolio Ltd. for the sale and purchase of Tower North Central, Merrion Way, Leeds. Plans are currently underway for the demolition of the existing building and construction of a 43-storey tower, providing a total of 694 Purpose-Built Student Accommodation bed spaces. The proposed development will contribute to the […]