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Tilbury Douglas
Tilbury Douglas was called Interserve Construction between 2001 and 2021, when it operated under full-service parent Interserve Group.
Interserve joins Paragon and Dawnus in administration – what happens next?
Paragon, Dawnus and now Interserve.
As it happened: Reaction as Interserve’s rescue deal is voted down
Interserve’s rescue plan has been voted down by shareholders, with the firm now expected to enter administration – follow the live updates, reaction and analysis here.
Beware the Ides of March
The Ides of March is a day that history buffs will be well aware of.
Interserve’s rescue deal still poses problems
Following months of rumour, Interserve finally announced that it would carry out a debt-for-equity swap with its lenders to the tune of £480m.
A tale of two debt piles
The news today has been dominated by two stories about borrowing money to stave off a crisis.
Interserve must be bold – and fast
Interserve has enjoyed a few months of relative calm on the stock market following wild swings in its share price between January and May.
Interserve’s future is down to fine margins
Today was a big day for Interserve.
Interserve boss grilled by MPs: 5 things we learned
Interserve’s chief executive Debbie White appeared in front of MPs on the public accounts committee this week to answer questions about the government’s strategic suppliers.
Interserve’s bonuses: Not exactly SMART
Interserve’s chief executive Debbie White and chief financial officer Mark Whiteling have perhaps the toughest management jobs in the industry right now.