Robinsons Longcliffe Ltd were commissioned by Breedon Aggregates to undertake a full turnkey contract for the removal, relocation, and reinstallation of a 135-tonne Bailey bridge spanning the River Great Ouse. Robinsons managed the entire project, including full CDM (Construction Design and Management) compliance, ensuring all health, safety, and regulatory requirements were met throughout the process.
The project involved several key stages, beginning with the safe removal of the bridge from its original location, followed by the erection of new foundations at a different point along the river, and the precise reinstallation of the bridge. The bridge, which measured approximately 44 metres in length, 10 metres in width, and 3.5 metres in height, required specialist lifting equipment. Robinsons sourced and managed the crane contractors, selecting one of the UK’s largest cranes, the Liebherr LG1550, to safely lift the structure from its original position.
Once the bridge was removed, it was carefully dismantled in sections, transported to the new location, and reassembled. Robinsons Longcliffe Ltd also sourced and managed the piling contractors for the installation of new piled concrete foundations at the new location, ensuring that the bridge was securely reinstalled onto these foundations.
Throughout the entire process, Robinsons Longcliffe Ltd managed all aspects of the project, including design, health and safety, engineering, and project delivery. The team ensured that all operations were conducted in compliance with CDM regulations and that the project was completed to the highest standards of safety and quality.
This full turnkey solution successfully delivered the bridge relocation with minimal disruption, adhering to the client’s requirements and meeting all technical and safety standards.
