Renovated reception area at Courtlands, showing the original Adam staircase and glass dome.

Leading recruitment software producer Bond International Software plc has moved its UK division to an imposing £1.4 million headquarters in Worthing, West Sussex.

Around 90 members of staff from Bond International Software (UK) Ltd moved from their previous headquarters, along with Bond subsidiary Integra Systems Ltd, which produces destination management software for the tourism industry.

 

The top of the glass dome at Courtlands which came originally from Cordwainers Hall in Cheapside, London

Bond chief executive Steve Russell said: "The move marks a milestone in Bond's history, and provides us with the welcome opportunity to consolidate the group's expertise under one roof.

"Since it formed 26 years ago. Bond has gone from strength to strength, becoming a major supplier of innovative software world-wide. We look forward to continuing that trend in our new headquarters."

 

At the top of the Adam staircase with Bond chief executive Steve Russell

During the redevelopment of Grade II listed Courtlands, builders used an estimated 40 kms (25 miles) of data cabling to service Bond's computer network. around two tons of wood and 3.000 kg (6.666 Ibs) of plaster.

The new HQ features a high-tech demo room, grand entrance hall with painted glass dome and five acres of landscaped gardens including a lake.

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