Modular Building Manufacturers - About Yorkon

For the past three decades, Yorkon has built a pioneering reputation for design and innovation

More organisations than ever before are recognising the need for an innovative approach to modular construction. With a safer, cleaner building system, faster and more efficient programmes, less disruption and cost and time certainty, Yorkon provides an exciting and effective alternative to traditional construction.

The UK's leading off-site modular construction specialist

As one of the UK's leading modular building manufacturers, Yorkon has pioneered innovative solutions for modular buildings in some of the most challenging situations and in sectors as diverse as supermarkets, offices, hospitals, restaurants, schools and airports.

Expertise and experience

A member of Build Offsite, Yorkon is committed to raising the profile of this exciting approach by delivering state-of the-art steel building construction solutions. Take a look at our case studies section. You'll find a wide range of ground-breaking projects. For example, discover how Yorkon completed the Emersons Green Treatment Centre in less than 8 months, or how an award-winning and highly sustainable science block at Christ College was successfully delivered on time and on budget.

We aim to provide a safe environment for all our staff, subcontractors, suppliers, clients and the local community. Compared to HSE statistics on the safety of traditional construction methods, the Yorkon approach to off-site modular construction shows an increase in site safety of 46%.

Through teamwork, partnership, and communication, we continually strive to exceed our clients' expectations. That's why more than 70% of Yorkon's business is from past customers - a significant endorsement of our approach.

Repeat customers include Sainsbury's, Tesco, London City Airport and many NHS Trusts, local authorities and main contractors.

Strong Financial Base

As a subsidiary of Portakabin and part of the Shepherd Group - one of Europe's largest privately owned building companies - Yorkon offers financial stability that is unrivalled in our sector.

Portakabin has achieved the highest possible rating from Dun & Bradstreet following an independent assessment. This puts the business in the top 15% of all companies in the UK and Ireland for low risk and high creditworthiness - a significant achievement.

Established in 1890 by Frederick Shepherd, the Shepherd Group employs around 3,000 people worldwide. It is still controlled by the Shepherd family, giving it complete independence and a strong financial base.

Nearly 1,000 expert staff are employed at the 250,000sqm manufacturing centre in York. These include designers, architects, health and education specialists, and project management teams. The Group is committed to investing heavily in the latest production technology, which ensures Yorkon will remain at the forefront of design and innovation of modular buildings.