A14 viaduct set for UK-first expansion joint upgrade

A new type of expansion joint never used before in the UK will be installed on the A14 River Nene viaduct between junctions 12 and 13. The new joint will feature a quick release system that allows for overnight replacement should the need arise, reducing disruption from any future works. It also features noise-reducing plates. The installation is […]

Surprise failure of Ouse Bridge joint forces overhaul of works

The failure of a recent joint repair on the M62 Ouse Bridge came as a ‘surprise to everyone’, a senior figure at National Highways said, sparking a complete overhaul of the work. The joints were replaced over a two-year span from March 2022, after inspections revealed the need for intervention. However, one of the eight joint repairs failed within a year of the project’s completion.  Traffic […]