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Project Update 20/05/2026

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Hi everyone,

Over the past month, the site team has continued to make strong progress across the Hesleden Pipe Bridge project. Here’s a brief update on recent activity:

What’s been happening:

Removal of temporary access routes and reinstatement at the demolished pipe bridge

Ongoing digging ahead of constructing manholes

Pre-welding of new pipework across the site ahead of drilling works

Ground preparation to support upcoming works

Drilling works:

Specialist drilling equipment has now been set up

Drilling is underway and progressing as planned

Supporting activities:

Temporary works and pumping equipment installed to support operations

Improvements to site access completed

We’ll continue to keep you updated as works progress.

If you have any questions regarding the project, please don’t hesitate to leave a comment below and a member of the project team will respond - we’re always happy to help.

Many thanks,

The Project Team

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