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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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20 March 2023