National Highways Launches Footbridge Design Competition
National Highways have launched a competition to find a winning design for a low-carbon footbridge over the A127 in Essex as part of the Lower Thames Crossing.
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5 Of The Finest Tunnels You Can Drive Through In The UK
The best opportunity we have to experience the wonders of tunnel engineering is to drive through them. Here are five of the most impressive UK road tunnels.
Five Of The Longest & Most Impressive Bridges In The UK
Bridges are crucial pieces of infrastructure that help to keep the arteries of the country running smoothly, and the UK is home to several impressive bridges.
Are AI-Controlled Tunnel Boring Machines On The Horizon?
AI has potential uses for the construction and maintenance of tunnels. For example, it could be used for preventative corrosion control. Here’s a closer look.
Step Forward For The World’s First Ship Tunnel In Norway
Norway is a step further towards the construction of the world’s first ship tunnel, as a technical advisor is appointed for the project in Vestland County.
Freyssinet joins the Temporary Works Forum (TWf)
Freyssinet is delighted to have joined the Temporary Works Forum (TWf). The TWf leads the UK construction industry’s discussion and research on best practice in temporary works. The main objectives of the TWf and its members are: Give authoritative guidance…
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Complex Repair Works On The Only Sliding Rail Bridge In UK
Renovation works have been completed on a unique sliding rail bridge in Keadby near Scunthorpe. The sliding structure was added to cross the canal in 1925.
Microtunnel Under Grand Union Canal Will Power HS2 TBMs
A microtunnel that will carry power cables for HS2 TBMs is to be constructed under the Grand Union Canal in London ahead of the building of the Euston section.
Historic Northumberland Railway Bridges Saved From Infilling
A series of unstable disused 19th century masonry arch railway bridges have been saved from infilling after they were leased to a community interest company.
Immediate Remedial Works For Historic Aberdeenshire Bridge
A historic road bridge over the River Deveron at Banff in Aberdeenshire is to undergo immediate scour remedial work to safeguard it from structural failure.