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Lucion Receives Special Recognition Award at Aspire Defence Safety and Sustainability Conference 2025 

Kerren Hayball

Kerren Hayball

21st October, 2025

Aspire Defence plays a crucial role in supporting the UK's military infrastructure through one of the largest Private Finance Initiatives (PFI) ever undertaken by the Ministry of Defence.

Since 2006, our client, Aspire Defence, has been transforming soldiers’ lives by delivering and maintaining high-quality living and working accommodation across multiple Army garrisons. 

Aspire’s commitment to excellence extends to 2041, encompassing a comprehensive programme of building, improving, and maintaining soldiers’ single living and working accommodation. 

Following nearly two decades of partnership, Aspire Defence presented our team with a special recognition award at their Safety and Sustainability Event this October (2025). 

Larne Fuller, Area Director at Lucion Services Ltd, reflected on the company’s history with Aspire Defence; 

“Since 2006, we’ve been providing asbestos compliance services to Aspire Defence. This award is a testament to our team’s unwavering commitment to safety and technical excellence, and we are proud to be part of Aspire’s mission to provide first rate homes for soldiers.” 

 

Setting New Standards in Safety and Innovation 

Listed in the award recognition, Aspire said; 

“As well as managing our day to day needs Lucion have supported all our projects (521 live projects as of today) over the year. This has demanded exceptional flexibility from their surveying team, who have consistently adapted to shifting priorities and locations with professionalism and commitment.  

We particularly want to commend Lucion’s surveying team for their can-do attitude and their commitment to getting things done.”  

 

Building a Safer Future for Military Communities 

Through this partnership, Lucion has played a vital role in Aspire Defence’s mission to create better living and working environments for military personnel. Working in partnership with Rhodar, our services have supported the safe delivery of numerous accommodation improvements and facilities management projects across multiple garrison sites. The work has been particularly crucial in managing asbestos-related risks in older buildings while facilitating modernisation programmes. 

Adam Norgrove, Aspire’s Client Relationship Manager, praised the supplier collaboration;  

“Our collaborative approach with Rhodar exemplifies the kind of partnership we can deliver to our clients working with other contractors on site.  

Our joint delivery of the Hazardous Materials Workshop in late 2024 was particularly praised by Aspire, providing crucial insights into asbestos management in confined spaces and high-risk environments.  

The practical demonstrations and specialist vehicle displays made it a truly comprehensive learning experience.” 

 

Future Risk Management in the Defence Sector 

As Aspire Defence continues its vital work in improving military accommodation until 2041, Lucion remains committed to supporting this mission through innovative solutions and exceptional service delivery, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of military personnel in their living and working environments. 

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Testimonials

I joined Lucion’s Graduate Programme fifteen months ago, during which I have developed extensive experience both on site and in the office. I have had the opportunity to supervise rotary, cable percussive and window sampler boreholes as well as trial pitting across a diverse range of site settings and ground conditions. I have become competent in soil, groundwater and vapour sampling, alongside groundwater and ground gas monitoring.

Progressing through the Graduate Programme, I have been given the opportunity to prepare a broad range of technical reports, progressing from phase 1 Preliminary Risk Assessments through to phase 2 Geo-Environmental reports, remediation strategies and verification reports.

My recent promotion to a Geo-Environmental consultant is a milestone that would not have been possible without the support, knowledge and encouragement from the Bristol team. Their guidance throughout my time at Lucion has been instrumental in my professional development, and I am grateful for the opportunities I have been given to learn and progress within the business.

Fraser Parnham Geoenvironmental Consultant

Since joining Lucion 6 months ago it has provided me with invaluable opportunities to develop both professionally and personally. During my time with the company, I have gained hands-on experience in a range of geo-environmental consultancy activities, including groundwater sampling using low-flow techniques, gas monitoring, soil logging to BS5930 and observing trial pitting and borehole advancement works. These experiences have significantly expanded my technical knowledge and understanding of site investigation practices.

The practical skills I have developed through Site works have also been instrumental in supporting my office-based work. Having gained first hand experience of Site investigations and monitoring techniques, I have been able to apply this knowledge when preparing Health and Safety documents, Phase 1 Preliminary Risk Assessments (PRAs), and Phase 2 Geo-Environmental reports.

Beyond the technical skills I’ve developed, Lucion has actively supported my professional growth by encouraging continuous learning and providing opportunities to take on new challenges. The company has also supported my engagement with professional bodies, including the Institute of Environmental Sciences (IES), helping me further my industry knowledge and establish connections within the environmental sector.

The supportive environment at Lucion has helped me build confidence and develop both as a consultant and as an individual. I am grateful to be part of a company that genuinely invests in its people, encourages professional development, and provides opportunities to grow throughout every stage of a career.

Caitlin Brill Graduate Geoenvironmental Consultant

Mark Hughes and the surveyors we have used to complete our Asbestos surveys in Scotland for SSEN have been very easy to work with. They are responsive to queries we have had and are very helpful. Planning visits to all our sites, some being quite remote, has been straightforward thanks to them. The reports are detailed and completed in a very timely manner. We are delighted with the service.

Sarah Rendall Asset Inspection Team Manager – Highland - SSEN

Efficient and completed the works on time and to the required timescale.

Kev James Project Manager ‑ Water, Aviation and Highways - Morgan Sindall Infrastructure

Lucion has proven to be an invaluable partner in managing our asbestos compliance requirements since 2016. Their resident-focused approach, combined with technical expertise, has made them a trusted presence across our housing portfolio.

Their surveyors’ professional appearance and conduct have helped build resident confidence, while their thorough reporting and project management ensure we maintain the highest standards of safety.

The renewal of our contract to 2029 reflects our confidence in their continued excellence.

Sharon Taylor Procurement & Facilities Manager

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