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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"

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"

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"

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"

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"

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"

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"

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"

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"

2 min read 1 March 2022