Procured via SCAPE, the five-storey digital tech hub, located adjacent to Doncaster Rail Station, has now reached the stage where the overall structure has been completed, with the building having been constructed to its highest point.

To mark the milestone, Willmott Dixon were joined by representatives from all aspects of the project including key partners. Attendees signed a commemorative plaque and steel beam which was then placed into the structure at roof level. The final bolt, sprayed gold to mark its significance, was also placed into the structure. Delegates that signed the beam included Doncaster Mayor Ros Jones, MP for Doncaster Central Sally Jameson and Mark Taylor, CEO of Automated Analytics, the flagship anchor tenants for the building.

This commemorative beam will be built into the structure and will mark the beginning of the next phase of development of the building, which is set to open in early 2027.

Ros Jones, Mayor of Doncaster, said:

“This milestone marks the building reaching its highest point, and is a moment that symbolises the incredible ambition and confidence of our city. When completed in early 2027, Gateway One will stand as a physical representation of Doncaster’s confidence, creativity and determination to build a thriving, future-focused economy that will benefit everyone in Doncaster.

“Bringing together Doncaster’s growing digital and tech sector, this building will be the home of the city’s growing digital and tech sector, with innovative businesses, facilitating cross-sector collaboration and sparking new ideas that will benefit the entire city. I want to thank everybody involved for getting this exciting project to this next milestone.”

Chris Yates, Yorkshire director at Willmott Dixon, said:

“We’re pleased to have reached this milestone as we continue to build a cutting-edge and sustainable hub where digital and technology businesses can thrive and grow, complete with accessible public spaces that can be enjoyed by the local community. This development has seen us work with two T-Level students from Doncaster College, deliver 77 hours of educational support to local schools and colleges, and provide 382 hours of employment support for Doncaster people. We’ll continue to work closely with our partners to deliver this landmark project for an ambitious and growing city.”

Mark Robinson, Group Chief Executive at SCAPE, said:

“It is fantastic to see Doncaster’s Gateway One reach this significant milestone. As a flagship project, it reflects our strong commitment to sustainability and delivering lasting value. Procured through the SCAPE Construction Framework, we are working closely with Willmott Dixon to support accelerated delivery, generate meaningful social value and provide cost certainty. Together, we are ensuring this project not only leaves a lasting legacy globally, but also delivers benefits for local people for many years to come.”

Gateway One will aim to bring together world-leading AI companies, innovative local business and attract global entrepreneurs by providing them with the tools to scale and succeed in Doncaster.