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Menai Suspension Bridge footway panel replacement project scoops the Bridges Management Award

Spencer Group’s Menai Suspension Bridge footway panel replacement project has won the Bridges Management Award at this year’s Bridge Design & Engineering Awards. The Bridges Awards celebrate the sheer ingenuity, project management and cooperative skills of the people behind the design, construction and maintenance of pedestrian, highway and rail bridges in the UK. Organised byContinue reading "Menai Suspension Bridge footway panel replacement project scoops the Bridges Management Award"

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1 min read 28 May 2021

Historic chain suspension bridge as it’s never been seen before

It is one of the world’s oldest suspension bridges, but now it can be seen as never before. Bridge maintenance, repair and renovation specialist Spencer Group has removed the entire timber decking of the 200-year-old Union Chain Bridge, which links England and Scotland, as part of an essential programme of works to preserve the iconicContinue reading "Historic chain suspension bridge as it’s never been seen before"

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5 min read 25 March 2021

Spencer Group steps forward for major footpaths project on iconic Menai Suspension Bridge

Leading engineering specialist Spencer Group is about to begin work to replace footpath panels on one of the world’s most historic suspension bridges. A Spencer Group team will carry out major works to remove, replace and then resurface almost all of the footway panels on the approach spans on both sides of the iconic GradeContinue reading "Spencer Group steps forward for major footpaths project on iconic Menai Suspension Bridge"

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5 min read 22 December 2020

Spencer Group to begin rebuild of historic chain suspension bridge

Leading engineering specialist Spencer Group will begin work next month to refurbish and rebuild one of the world’s oldest suspension bridges. Spencer Group will carry out a programme of essential works to preserve the 200-year-old Union Chain Bridge linking England and Scotland. With a single span of 449ft (137m), the historic crossing over the RiverContinue reading "Spencer Group to begin rebuild of historic chain suspension bridge"

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5 min read 23 July 2020

Humber Bridge hanger replacement and testing – Smeaton Award

A project to increase the life expectancy of Humber Bridge has been shortlisted for a prestigious civil engineering award. The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) has announced that the Humber Bridge hanger replacement and testing project has been shortlisted for recognition in its 2020 Yorkshire and Humber Awards. The iconic Grade 1 listed Humber BridgeContinue reading "Humber Bridge hanger replacement and testing – Smeaton Award"

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3 min read 13 February 2020

Spencer Group wins four-year Erskine Bridge maintenance painting contract

Landmark bridge works specialist Spencer Group has been appointed to carry out a long-term maintenance painting programme on Scotland’s Erskine Bridge following a competitive tender process. Spencer Group will carry out the £18m package of works over a four-year period in the latest stage of a long-term relationship with the bridge, which spans the RiverContinue reading "Spencer Group wins four-year Erskine Bridge maintenance painting contract"

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5 min read 28 June 2019

Spencer Group completes major repairs to Forth Road Bridge

High-level bridge works specialist Spencer Group has delivered a hugely challenging project to complete repair works which followed a fracture that caused the closure of the Forth Road Bridge. A team from Spencer Group has carried out works to replace truss end links which connect the bridge deck to the towers. The project had itsContinue reading "Spencer Group completes major repairs to Forth Road Bridge"

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7 min read 14 February 2019

Spencer Group brings engineering expertise home to iconic Humber Bridge

Engineering specialist Spencer Group will soon start work on an essential maintenance project that will help to secure the long-term structural integrity of the Humber Bridge. Spencer Group is renowned for its expertise in long-span bridge repair and refurbishment, having previously delivered a series of projects in this field, including the world’s largest bridge cableContinue reading "Spencer Group brings engineering expertise home to iconic Humber Bridge"

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6 min read 13 November 2018

Spencer Group bridges project takes Ron Dearing UTC students to degree level

Students at Hull’s employer-led school have learned about the complex engineering involved in bridge structures from a leading company in the field. The students from Ron Dearing University Technical College (UTC) have been developing their engineering skills and knowledge under the direction of Hull-based engineering business Spencer Group, a world leader in bridge works. TheContinue reading "Spencer Group bridges project takes Ron Dearing UTC students to degree level"

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4 min read 20 July 2018

Hanging together

Hanger condition on the UK’s Humber Bridge will be investigated this summer through a specialist contract on the major crossing. Three hangers are to be removed from one of Europe’s longest suspension bridges and tested to establish their remaining life. Work will take place over the summer and involves the installation of a purpose-built accessContinue reading "Hanging together"

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4 min read 12 June 2018

Spencer Group begin essential works to repair Forth Road Bridge

Spencer Group have begun preliminary work on their project to repair the truss ends on the Forth Road Bridge, following a high-profile fracture which closed the bridge for three weeks during emergency repairs. Selected by Transport Scotland as the contractor to replace seven truss ends which connect the bridge deck to the tower, following theirContinue reading "Spencer Group begin essential works to repair Forth Road Bridge"

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3 min read 28 November 2017

Erskine Bridge project underway, as Spencer Group provide essential maintenance

Spencer Group have begun a new project to carry out essential maintenance work on Erskine Bridge in Scotland, which will ensure its cables remain safe for another decade of use. The cable-stayed bridge, which spans the Clyde and connects West Dunbartonshire with Renfrewshire near Glasgow, will have its cables inspected and painted by Spencer GroupContinue reading "Erskine Bridge project underway, as Spencer Group provide essential maintenance"

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3 min read 23 August 2017

Spencer Group completes world’s largest bridge cables anti-corrosion project

High-level bridge maintenance specialist Spencer Group has completed a mammoth project that will remain the largest of its kind ever to be undertaken worldwide. The British engineering company has delivered successfully the world’s largest retro-fit cable dehumidification project on Denmark’s vast Great Belt crossing. The 18-month project saw vital work carried out to protect theContinue reading "Spencer Group completes world’s largest bridge cables anti-corrosion project"

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6 min read 20 October 2015

Humber Bridge project shortlisted for Prime Minister’s award

A project delivered by engineering specialist Spencer Group to safeguard the structural integrity of the Humber Bridge has been shortlisted for the Prime Minister’s Better Public Building Award. The complex scheme to replace load-bearing “A-frames” connecting the main span bridge deck to the towers at either end of the bridge is in contention for theContinue reading "Humber Bridge project shortlisted for Prime Minister’s award"

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5 min read 6 October 2015

Spencer Group Win Award for Outstanding Civil Engineering

Spencer Group has won the Institute of Civil Engineers (ICE) South East England Engineering Innovation Award for the pedestrian subway slide at Rochester Station, which was carried out during Easter 2014. The 850t concrete subway was slid into position on a cushion of compressed nitrogen; the first time in the UK this method was used.Continue reading "Spencer Group Win Award for Outstanding Civil Engineering"

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2 min read 16 July 2015

National award nomination for Humber Bridge project delivered by Spencer Group

A project delivered by Spencer Group to safeguard the long-term structural integrity of the Humber Bridge has been shortlisted for a prestigious industry award. Works to replace load-bearing “A-frames”, which connect the main span bridge deck to the towers at either end of the bridge, have been nominated in the Civil Engineering Project of theContinue reading "National award nomination for Humber Bridge project delivered by Spencer Group"

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2 min read 16 June 2015

Spencer Group Begins Major Maintenance Work on Gliberdyke (Slipper) Bridge

On 1st June 2015, Spencer Group began major maintenance work on Gilberdyke (Slipper) Bridge, to maintain its structural integrity and prevent deterioration. The works, on behalf of the East Riding of Yorkshire Council, include re-painting, concrete repairs, joint repairs and bearing replacements. Despite the works, Spencer will keep Slipper Bridge open to all vehicles, causeContinue reading "Spencer Group Begins Major Maintenance Work on Gliberdyke (Slipper) Bridge"

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1 min read 2 June 2015

Spencer Group delivers critical project to safeguard structural integrity of Humber Bridge

Leading specialist engineering business Spencer Group has delivered a challenging project to replace critical parts of the Humber Bridge and safeguard the long-term structural integrity of the iconic crossing. Spencer managed successfully the highly complex challenge of replacing load-bearing “A-frames”, which connect the main span bridge deck to the towers at either end of theContinue reading "Spencer Group delivers critical project to safeguard structural integrity of Humber Bridge"

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4 min read 10 April 2015

Humber Bridge project claims prestigious award

A project delivered by Spencer Group to safeguard the structural integrity of the iconic Humber Bridge has won a prestigious award. The £4m project to replace critical parts of the landmark crossing was recognised at the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) annual Yorkshire and Humber Awards. The team behind the project to replace load-bearing “A-frames”,Continue reading "Humber Bridge project claims prestigious award"

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4 min read 13 March 2015

Rochester rail bridge installation maintains momentum on £145m East Kent works

Spencer Group has reached a major milestone on a £145m project that will revolutionise East Kent’s rail network. Works on the East Kent Re-Signalling Phase 2 project have continued to progress well over the last few months, culminating in the installation of a new rail bridge at Rochester Station. The steel bridge, located in BlueContinue reading "Rochester rail bridge installation maintains momentum on £145m East Kent works"

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4 min read 19 December 2014

Spencer Group suspension bridge project shortlisted in prestigious industry awards

Specialist engineering business Spencer Group has been shortlisted in a prestigious construction industry awards for an innovative project on one of the world’s longest suspension bridges. Spencer’s work to dehumidify the main  cables on the Great Belt crossing in Denmark, using the company’s Cable Crawler system, has been nominated as one of eight projects inContinue reading "Spencer Group suspension bridge project shortlisted in prestigious industry awards"

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3 min read 14 June 2014

Kingston bridge span installed over Easter weekend to propel Wessex Package 7 towards completion

Spencer Rail has begun a series of refurbishment works at Wemyss Bay Station in Scotland. The scope of works for the contract comprises the following items: David McLaughlin, Project Director at Spencer Rail, said: “The project has been spread over two financial years to take advantage of two summer periods. “This is due to theContinue reading "Kingston bridge span installed over Easter weekend to propel Wessex Package 7 towards completion"

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1 min read 6 May 2014

Kingston bridge span installed over Easter weekend to propel Wessex Package 7 towards completion

Spencer Rail has completed a significant milestone on Wessex Package 7 with the installation of a bridge span at Kingston. The installation of the Kingston bridge span was completed successfully on Saturday night, serving as another example of Spencer’s strength in delivering complex engineering installations with an innovative approach to reduced disruption at stations. ThisContinue reading "Kingston bridge span installed over Easter weekend to propel Wessex Package 7 towards completion"

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2 min read 22 April 2014

Shipping of Cable Crawler gantries celebrates UK engineering and manufacturing excellence

Four huge “Cable Crawler” gantries have been shipped to Denmark in a celebration of British engineering and manufacturing excellence. Spencer Group, a world leader in bridge engineering, has delivered the gantries in readiness for work to begin on the world’s largest retro-fit cable dehumidification project, to be carried out on the Great Belt crossing. TheContinue reading "Shipping of Cable Crawler gantries celebrates UK engineering and manufacturing excellence"

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5 min read 26 March 2014

Biggest gantries yet are built as Spencer Group prepares for world’s largest bridge cable dehumidification project

Huge gantries are under construction to enable engineering specialists Spencer Group to carry out the world’s largest retro-fit suspension bridge dehumidification project. The gantries are part of Spencer Group’s trademarked Cable Crawler system and are the largest yet built for work to enable prevention of corrosion to suspension bridge cables, for which the company hasContinue reading "Biggest gantries yet are built as Spencer Group prepares for world’s largest bridge cable dehumidification project"

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6 min read 8 January 2014

Christmas blockade works completed for removing major bottleneck in Ipswich

A record-breaking programme of upgrades to Britain’s rail network was successfully completed over the Christmas and New Year period, providing new tracks, new and longer platforms, new lifts and footbridges at stations, upgraded signalling equipment and electrification equipment to allow cleaner, faster trains to run. Between 24 and 30 December 2013, Spencer Rail completed aContinue reading "Christmas blockade works completed for removing major bottleneck in Ipswich"

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3 min read 2 January 2014