Breedon Group plc has secured a major industry accolade for its work on the Destiny Bridge, part of the £150m Cross Tay Link Road in Perth.
The construction materials provider supplied almost 18,000m³ of concrete for the bridge, the centrepiece of the £150m Cross Tay Link Road project in Perth.
As the project's principal construction materials supplier, Breedon worked in close partnership with BAM UK and Ireland to deliver a bespoke concrete solution for the bridge's construction, which included ten specially developed mixes for its foundations, piers, abutments and deck sections, designed to meet demanding strength, durability and sustainability requirements.
Scott Dick, Area Director - Scotland at Breedon said: "We're delighted to win such an important award in our sector, which recognises the fantastic work and expertise the team brought to this landmark project for Perth and the wider region.
"Destiny Bridge certainly presented some challenges, but our team's determination and close partnership with BAM UK & Ireland helped us overcome them. We're proud to have helped bring the vision behind this important new crossing to life."
As part of the project, Breedon overcame a series of technical and logistical challenges. Those included developing concrete that remained workable during complex pours while gaining strength quickly and coordinating overnight deliveries around tightly controlled railway closures.
Extensive testing and a supply operation spanning five production sites helped the team meet these demands and keep construction on track.
The bespoke mixes also supported the project's sustainability ambitions, contributing to carbon savings of up to 37% for the bridge deck mixes and up to 48% for other structural elements.
