Lift Replacement Programme
The Lift Replacement Programme was designed to deliver full replacements for life-expired lifts across the University of Glasgow estate. The programme aims to provide modern, resilient, and reliable lifts, enhancing the overall experience for staff and students.
In addition to modernising assets, the programme incorporates significant improvements to accessibility within our lifts and buildings.
Key enhancements include:
- Accessible landing call buttons
- Improved visual and audio aids
- Wider door openings to accommodate users with mobility aids
- Installation of handrails for additional user support
Since 2023, passenger lifts have been upgraded in the James Watt South and Sir James Black Buildings.
From 2025-2026, the lift replacement programme aims to deliver modernised lifts in three additional buildings, the Gilbert Scott, Wolfson Link and Molema.
The University is committed to continuing this programme beyond 2025/26, with an annual budget allocation being provided to support these improvements.
Locations:
- James Watt South (Upgraded)
- Sir James Black Building (Upgraded)
- Gilbert Scott Building - Senate Lift (2025-26)
- Molema Building (2025-26)
- Wolfson Link (2025-26)
Project Benefits:
- Improved accessibility
- Reduced annual maintenance
- Increased staff & student satisfaction
- Improved reliability
Project Costs: £1 Million (Year 25/26)
Project Manager: Gary Robertson
Clerk of Works: Jim Timlin
Lead Advisor: Aecom
Contractor: Kone PLC
