Gateshead: Defects discovered on A1 bridge
A new bridge built as part of a project to widen a section of the A1 near Gateshead has been found to have a number of defects. The Allerdene Bridge was replaced by a new structure that opened in September 2023 under the A1 upgrade scheme, reports the BBC. However, welding issues on the 3,400 tonne road […]
Building bridges during major A1 upgrade, with Mabey Hire’s propping expertise
When it came to installing the new Allerdene bridge as part of a multimillion-pound National Highways upgrade to the A1 network, temporary works was a critical element given the poor ground conditions on site. Costain turned to Mabey Hire for its expertise. The A1 is a critical part of the UK’s highway network, with the […]
