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Spencer Bridge Engineering announces launch of brand-new website

Hull-based engineering firm, Spencer Bridge Engineering has officially launched a brand-new website, offering a new and improved view of the company’s expertise. Spencer Bridge Engineering sits within the Spencer Group umbrella, with its services previously featured on the Spencer Group website alongside the company’s other business units. Over recent years, Spencer Group has continued toContinue reading "Spencer Bridge Engineering announces launch of brand-new website"

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2 min read 29 June 2026

Spencer Bridge Engineering raises over £800 for Menai Heritage Museum

Spencer Bridge Engineering has raised over £800 for the Menai Heritage Museum after taking on the annual Great Strait Raft Run in Anglesey. A group of six Spencer Bridge Engineering colleagues took to the choppy and chilly waters of the Menai Straight in North Wales to row the 6km route whist raising money for theContinue reading "Spencer Bridge Engineering raises over £800 for Menai Heritage Museum"

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2 min read 18 June 2026

Spencer Bridge Engineering complete major milestone at Kessock Bridge

Hull-based bridge works specialist Spencer Bridge Engineering (SBE) has completed the welding phase of the Kessock Bridge Tower Rescue project, marking a major milestone in delivering enhanced safety infrastructure for one of Scotland’s most recognisable crossings. Appointed by BEAR Scotland on behalf of Transport Scotland (TS), SBE is delivering operational safety improvements, strengthening and remedialContinue reading "Spencer Bridge Engineering complete major milestone at Kessock Bridge"

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3 min read 17 March 2026

Menai Suspension Bridge marks 200 Years as Spencer Bridge Engineering begins next phase of maintenance works

Hull-based bridge works specialist, Spencer Bridge Engineering, has commenced the second phase of essential maintenance works on the iconic Menai Suspension Bridge, which celebrated its bi-centenary on the 30th of January. To mark the bridge’s 200-year anniversary, Luke Fisher, Bridges Director at Spencer Bridge Engineering, represented the business at the anniversary celebrations, which brought togetherContinue reading "Menai Suspension Bridge marks 200 Years as Spencer Bridge Engineering begins next phase of maintenance works"

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4 min read 10 March 2026

Spencer Group encourages future engineers through creative learning in Erskine

At the beginning of December, a team of Spencer Group representatives paid a visit to St Anne’s Primary School, a local school in Erskine, Scotland, to talk to pupils about their work on local bridges. Spencer Group are fast becoming one of Scotland’s leading bridge work specialists, having worked closely with Transport Scotland on aContinue reading "Spencer Group encourages future engineers through creative learning in Erskine"

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2 min read 17 December 2025

Spencer Bridge Engineering and UK Highways A55 complete latest round of works on historic Menai Bridge

Spencer Bridge Engineering, in collaboration with UK Highways A55 Ltd and the Welsh Government, has completed the latest instalment of refurbishment works on the historic Menai Suspension Bridge ahead of the crossing’s bicentenary. The team replaced and painted 168 of the 208 wire rope hangers on the bridge restoring the full structural integrity of theContinue reading "Spencer Bridge Engineering and UK Highways A55 complete latest round of works on historic Menai Bridge"

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3 min read 6 November 2025

Spencer Bridge Engineering win three-year maintenance contract for Queensferry Crossing

Spencer Bridge Engineering further establish their extensive service provision to BEAR Scotland following the recent award of a contract to maintain the permanent underdeck gantries on the Queensferry Crossing. The experts in the field of permanent under deck gantry design and maintenance have been appointed to undertake permanent gantry inspections on the 1.7-mile cable-stayed bridgeContinue reading "Spencer Bridge Engineering win three-year maintenance contract for Queensferry Crossing"

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3 min read 5 November 2025

Spencer Bridge Engineering reaches major milestone in complex project to deliver new bridge access system

Spencer Bridge Engineering has reached a major milestone in a complex project to deliver a unique access system for a state-of the-art new bridge in Canada. The bridge engineering specialist has successfully undertaken the Factory Acceptance Testing of a bespoke Stay Cable Mounted Access System to be used to inspect the stay cables on theContinue reading "Spencer Bridge Engineering reaches major milestone in complex project to deliver new bridge access system"

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4 min read 30 September 2025

Spencer Bridge Engineering delivering critical works to safeguard historic Menai Suspension Bridge

Leading bridges repair and renovation specialist Spencer Bridge Engineering is delivering the second phase of essential maintenance works on the historic Menai Suspension Bridge. Spencer Bridge Engineering will deliver critical maintenance to the bridge’s corbels, land saddles, parapets and underdeck to help safeguard the Grade I listed structure for decades to come. First opened inContinue reading "Spencer Bridge Engineering delivering critical works to safeguard historic Menai Suspension Bridge"

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3 min read 16 July 2025

Spencer Bridge Engineering appointed for trio of landmark Scottish projects

Spencer Bridge Engineering has reaffirmed its position as one of Scotland’s leading bridge works specialists after securing three new projects on landmark bridges across the country. The Yorkshire-based engineering specialist, which has carried out works on some of Scotland’s most iconic bridges, has now been appointed to carry out works on Kessock Bridge, Forth RoadContinue reading "Spencer Bridge Engineering appointed for trio of landmark Scottish projects"

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4 min read 6 May 2025

Leeds Civil Engineering students visit Corporation Road Bridge

CIVIL Engineering students from the University of Leeds have visited Corporation Road Bridge in North East Lincolnshire to gain a first-hand insight into work on a Grade II listed structure. Four students, who are studying civil engineering, attended a tour of the 100-year-old bridge site last month to understand the scale of the work involvedContinue reading "Leeds Civil Engineering students visit Corporation Road Bridge"

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3 min read 2 May 2025

Spencer Bridge Engineering recognised for outstanding refurbishment of historic bridge

Spencer Bridge Engineering has been recognised with a prestigious national award for its meticulous work on a historic bridge. The engineering specialist was honoured with the Bridges Award for New Life in the 2025 Bridges Awards in recognition of its work to permanently replace hangers on the iconic Menai Suspension Bridge, which connects the islandContinue reading "Spencer Bridge Engineering recognised for outstanding refurbishment of historic bridge"

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4 min read 18 March 2025

Spencer Group enhances in-house capabilities with surfacing solution accreditation

Spencer Group has further enhanced its in-house capabilities by being awarded accreditation to apply an advanced surfacing solution which can be utilised in bridge and rail projects. The bridge engineering specialist has been accredited to apply the BRIDGEMASTER® advanced bridge deck waterproofing solution, which protects a range of surfaces from the elements. Developed by GCP,Continue reading "Spencer Group enhances in-house capabilities with surfacing solution accreditation"

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2 min read 26 November 2024

Spencer Group’s Corporation Bridge project reaches new milestone

Spencer Group’s Corporation Bridge project has hit a major milestone, with the painting works and under-deck repairs now complete on spans 1 to 3, with the North truss painted on spans 5 and 6. Starting in February 2023, the restoration in Grimsby is aimed to make the bridge more aesthetically pleasing while preserving the bridge’sContinue reading "Spencer Group’s Corporation Bridge project reaches new milestone"

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2 min read 7 October 2024

Spencer Group wins prestigious industry award for unique walkway solution on historic Connel Bridge

Heritage bridge works specialist Spencer Bridge Engineering has been honoured with a major industry award for their work to install a unique temporary walkway on a historic Scottish bridge. The company, part of Spencer Group, received the 2024 Galvanizing in Engineering Award from the Galvanisers Association for its outstanding interpretation of what galvanized steel canContinue reading "Spencer Group wins prestigious industry award for unique walkway solution on historic Connel Bridge"

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4 min read 29 August 2024

Spencer Bridge Engineering honoured in major industry awards for work on historic Union Chain Bridge

Spencer Bridge Engineering has been recognised for its outstanding work on the historic Union Chain Bridge with a prestigious industry award. The company received the Historic Bridge Project of the Year Award at the New Civil Engineer Bridges Awards 2024 for its work on the iconic structure which crosses the border between England and Scotland.Continue reading "Spencer Bridge Engineering honoured in major industry awards for work on historic Union Chain Bridge"

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4 min read 19 July 2024

Spencer Bridge Engineering team raises money for Menai Heritage Trust

Leading bridge works specialist Spencer Bridge Engineering, has helped to raise money and awareness for the Menai Heritage Museum. The Menai Heritage Trust honours the two world-famous bridges that span the Menai Strait – the Menai Suspension Bridge and Britannia Bridge. A group of six Spencer Bridge Engineering team members bravely took to the chillyContinue reading "Spencer Bridge Engineering team raises money for Menai Heritage Trust"

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2 min read 6 June 2024

Spencer Bridge Engineering scoops prestigious industry awards for two major projects

Spencer Bridge Engineering has been recognised for its outstanding work on two iconic bridges at separate industry awards ceremonies. The company has won awards for projects on Union Chain Bridge and Menai Suspension Bridge. Spencer Bridge Engineering completed a programme of essential works to preserve Union Chain Bridge linking England and Scotland, which is moreContinue reading "Spencer Bridge Engineering scoops prestigious industry awards for two major projects"

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4 min read 6 December 2023

Spencer Group completes bespoke walkway in critical enabling works on Scottish bridge

Heritage bridge works specialist Spencer Group has completed a complex and unique temporary walkway on an iconic Scottish bridge ahead of major work to replace the deck. Grade B-listed Connel Bridge links the villages of Connel and North Connel, near Oban, and spans Loch Etive. Hull-based Spencer Group was appointed to design, construct and installContinue reading "Spencer Group completes bespoke walkway in critical enabling works on Scottish bridge"

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5 min read 24 October 2023

Union Chain Bridge recognised as international landmark after Spencer Group restoration

Union Chain Bridge has been recognised for its historical engineering significance, months after Spencer Group finished its complete restoration. Heritage bridge works specialist Spencer Group has refurbished and rebuilt Union Chain Bridge, which is more than 200-years-old and connects England and Scotland. The crossing over the River Tweed from Horncliffe in Northumberland to Fishwick inContinue reading "Union Chain Bridge recognised as international landmark after Spencer Group restoration"

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3 min read 19 July 2023

Spencer Group to create cable inspection system on major new bridge in Canada

Bridge works specialist Spencer Group has been appointed to create a bespoke access system to inspect the stay cables on a new Canadian bridge. The Pattullo Bridge, which crosses the Fraser River near Vancouver, British Columbia, is a key connection between the municipalities of Surrey and New Westminster. The Pattullo Bridge replacement will provide majorContinue reading "Spencer Group to create cable inspection system on major new bridge in Canada"

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3 min read 22 June 2023

Spencer Group praised for ‘incredible’ restoration of historic Union Chain Bridge

Heritage bridge works specialist Spencer Group has been praised for its work to completely refurbish and rebuild one of the world’s oldest suspension bridges. Spencer Group has completed a programme of essential works to preserve Union Chain Bridge linking England and Scotland, which is more than 200 years old. The crossing over the River TweedContinue reading "Spencer Group praised for ‘incredible’ restoration of historic Union Chain Bridge"

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4 min read 5 June 2023

Corporation Road Bridge works safeguarding historic crossing and boosting local economy

Essential restoration works to Grimsby’s Corporation Road Bridge are safeguarding the landmark structure for future generations and providing a boost to the local economy. Bridge works specialist Spencer Group has been selected to carry out a full refurbishment of the Grade II listed crossing by North East Lincolnshire Council and its delivery partner, EQUANS. TheContinue reading "Corporation Road Bridge works safeguarding historic crossing and boosting local economy"

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3 min read 20 March 2023

Start date and contractor announced for the major restoration of Corporation Road Bridge

A start date for the major restoration of Corporation Road Bridge has been set following the appointment of a contractor for the scheme. Multi-disciplinary bridge works specialist Spencer Group has been confirmed as the successful contractor following a strict and detailed tendering process. Spencer Group has carried out maintenance and repair works on some ofContinue reading "Start date and contractor announced for the major restoration of Corporation Road Bridge"

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3 min read 10 January 2023

Spencer Group to complete major refurbishment works on historic bridge ahead of 200th anniversary

Bridge works specialist Spencer Group has further strengthened its credentials after being selected to revitalise an historic crossing ahead of the structure’s 200th anniversary year. Spencer Group, which has carried out maintenance and repair works on some of the UK’s most iconic bridges, has been awarded a series of contracts for further major refurbishment works onContinue reading "Spencer Group to complete major refurbishment works on historic bridge ahead of 200th anniversary"

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4 min read 1 September 2022

Spencer Group to begin unique temporary walkway works on heritage bridge

Industry leading multi-disciplinary bridge works specialist Spencer Group has come up with a unique method to carry out essential works on an historic structure. Spencer Group is carrying out the design, construction, installation and maintenance of a temporary walkway for Grade II listed Connel Bridge, close to Oban, ahead of major deck replacement works. TheContinue reading "Spencer Group to begin unique temporary walkway works on heritage bridge"

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4 min read 26 April 2022

Spencer Group reconnects England and Scotland as historic bridge rebuild begins

Spencer Group has reconnected England and Scotland as our important heritage project to refurbish and rebuild one of the world’s oldest suspension bridges continues. We are carrying out a programme of essential works to preserve the 202-year-old Union Chain Bridge, which crosses over the River Tweed from Horncliffe in Northumberland to Fishwick in Berwickshire. WeContinue reading "Spencer Group reconnects England and Scotland as historic bridge rebuild begins"

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2 min read 1 March 2022

Spencer Group project on historic suspension bridge wins coveted industry award

A high-profile project delivered by bridges maintenance and refurbishment specialist Spencer Group on one of the world’s most historic crossings has claimed a prestigious award. The Hull-based engineering business has received industry recognition for a project it is delivering to replace footpath panels on the iconic Menai Suspension Bridge. The project claimed the Bridges ManagementContinue reading "Spencer Group project on historic suspension bridge wins coveted industry award"

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3 min read 11 June 2021

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