Background While planning design for a resurfacing scheme on a busy junction slip road we looked for an alternative mix to provide better surface grip. Solution With our supply partner Tarmac we developed the innovative Ultigrip design solution which uses a bauxite aggregate and durable clear binder to give a tough, textured finish and long term skid resistance, even […]

Background During a project to replace overhead sign gantry lighting we decided to look at alternative lighting solutions. Solution As part of the project we started to look at the possibility of lengthening the life span of current lighting arrangements while meeting stringent specifications for motorway gantry signage. Working with manufacturer Urbis/Schreder we identified a […]

Background In 2012 Highways England introduced the new Asset Support Contract framework for maintenance contractors. The aim of the new contract style is to offer complete transparency and commercial understanding of project pricing through agreed schedule of rates. In order to maintain the new style contract the baseline methodology had to be refined to promote […]