The start to 2012 has seen Shape embark on a major new rollout programme. Our teams are currently rolling out Huawei equipment in the north on the Cornerstone project. As with all start-up projects, the in field activity is intensive. We’d like to thank all of the Shape staff from Riggers to Project Managers for the additional work and dedication shown to the project – it’s greatly appreciated.In addition, February sees further network development in Afghanistan where again, Shape are playing a key role in the process.

As you know, Shape Services didn’t send out Christmas Cards in December, but instead elected to donate the money to Help for Heroes. In addition, staff also donated what would have been spent on cards to colleagues. A total of £450 was raised and has now been donated to the charity.

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This year, Shape will not be sending out Christmas cards. Instead, money that would have been spent on these cards will be donated directly to our chosen charity, Help For Heroes.
In addition to the good provided to this worthwhile cause, we like to think that we are also doing a little bit for the benefit of the environment at the same time! All of our staff have also been encouraged to join us with this initiative, in giving money instead of sending out greetings cards to work colleagues. All money raised from staff will be matched £1 for £1 by Shape  to boost the total donation. The office maybe doesn’t look quite as Christmassy as usual, but we think it’s worth it! We hope that you approve of our sentiment and all at Shape wish you a very happy Christmas and a prosperous new year.
We also would like to spare a thought for the people who can not be at home with their families this Christmas. Our guys in theatre will still be working out in Afghanistan in harsh conditions and we would like to let them know that everyone at Shape is thinking them.

Don’t forget to follow us on facebook!
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Keep up to date with news and find out how much money we raise for Help For Heroes.

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In Flanders fields the poppies blow
Between the crosses, row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.

We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved and were loved, and now we lie,
In Flanders fields.

Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders fields

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In order to celebrate the anniversary and also to look forward to the new era of trading we have re-branded and re-launched.

Our 10 years in business has seen major changes both within Shape but also in the wider market place and the world as a whole. Shape is in a healthy, strong and optimistic position and we are looking forward to the new challenges and opportunities that face us.

We’d like to thank all of the customers, staff and other agencies that have supported and encouraged us on the 10 year journey and we very much look forward to the continued support and loyalty in our future adventures.

The second half seemed to be a lot further than the 8 miles it said in the book but after a few hours and a couple of light showers we all managed to make it to the Gnu Inn at North Newbald and the end of the first leg of our Yorkshire Wolds walk. We will be doing Day 2 next year on 15th September 2012 and it may take some of us that long to recover from Saturday!!

Back to the real reason why we are doing this. Help for Heroes is a fabulous charity and does great work to support injured servicemen and women. We had a fun day out as well as being mindful of the underlying reason to raise lots and lots of money for thesepeople who have earned our support. If you haven’t yet sponsored us then please visit www.bmycharity.com/ShapeServices. All donations will be greatly appreciated.

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So far, we have managed to raise just short of £4k. This year, with our ever increasing team of people, should be our best year yet. Steve Allenby and Dean Russell have again generously agreed to match £1 for £1 all the money raised so every £1 you raise translates to £2 for the charity.

Our event is now registered on the H4H website, if you would like to make a donation please visit http://www.bmycharity.com/ShapeServices . All donations will be greatly appreciated.

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Shape has recently completed phase 1 of an extensive upgrade project for Galliford Try. This involved work on over 200 sites in London, Glasgow and Yorkshire. London in particular proved challenging with the various “barriers” to travel and parking anywhere inside of the M25!

The project began late last year and was completed in February. Shape deployed up to several teams on the project to make sure completion met Galliford Try targets. We look forward to building on the relationship we have with Galliford Try and are now eagerly awaiting phase 2.

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Everybody completed the walk in fine form, even Keeley in her Ugg Boots, not necessarily the most appropriate footwear for ambling across the North Yorkshire Moors.

The amount raised was doubled by the company and reached a total of £1700 smashing our total from last year. Thanks go to the intrepid runners and walkers and all those that sponsored us.

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