Concerns surrounding the future of the A64 dualling scheme, a vital route in North Yorkshire, were voiced recently at a North Yorkshire Council meeting, emphasising the potential impact of the government on infrastructure developments.
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Repairs underway at Northenden Weir following storm damage
The Environment Agency and contractor VolkerStevin have commenced significant repair works using a helicopter at Northenden Weir in South Manchester, a crucial structure for managing flood risks in the area.
HS2 names winners of £3bn worth of track systems contracts
HS2 Ltd has announced the teams selected to deliver key track components of the high-speed rail project in the UK, awarding contracts worth approximately £3bn for the undertaking.
Severfield’s £20M bridge weld issues impact HS2 and National Highways structures
Severfield has reported non-compliant weld specification requirements on more than 12 bridges across High Speed 2 (HS2) and National Highways projects, which it estimates will cost over £20M in remediation works.
Bristol Airport consults on plans to expand terminal, extend runway, upgrade A38
Bristol Airport has initiated a public consultation on a new masterplan outlining significant developments aimed at expanding its capacity and services by 2040.
Scottish Water starts procuring for £9bn delivery vehicle
Scottish Water has initiated its largest procurement venture ever, aimed at enhancing Scotland’s water and waste water infrastructure.
National Grid powers up new East London substation for residents, businesses and rail
National Grid has launched a new 132kV substation in Barking, East London, aimed at enhancing electricity supply to local residents, businesses and rail services amid ongoing regeneration efforts in the area formerly occupied by a coal power station.
‘No engineering constraints’ to extending Northern line to Clapham Junction, council finds
“There are no physical engineering or geological constraints that would prevent the tube being extended to Clapham Junction,” according to London Borough of Wandsworth Council’s initial feasibility study into the matter.
Alstom signs £63.5M railway support agreement with Saudi Railway Company
Alstom has formalised a five-year Technical Support and Spare Part Supply Agreement (TSSSA) with the Saudi Railway Company (SAR), valued at SAR 300M (£63.5M).
Bradford set to move ahead with £75M heat network
Bradford is set to pioneer a new low-carbon heat network, thanks to a £75M investment secured by city heat network developer 1Energy.