The first installation of the barriers is now underway across the Amey National Highways maintenance and response portfolio. Installation will take place as part of a phased programme, allowing the new technology to be integrated into planned maintenance activity with no additional disruption to road users.
The new system uses advanced pre-galvanised steel, offering greater durability and corrosion resistance than traditional barriers. This extends the lifespan of the asset, reducing the frequency of repairs and replacements that can lead to lane closures and delays.
By reducing maintenance needs and improving long-term performance, the solution will help keep roads open for longer, supporting more consistent journeys for road users. It also offers lower embodied carbon and fewer site interventions over its lifetime, contributing to National Highways鈥� net zero ambitions.
Andy Jinks, regional director, Midlands, at National Highways, said: 鈥淚mproving journey reliability while reducing the environmental impact of our network is a key priority for National Highways. Innovations like this developed and delivered in partnership with our supply chain help us reduce the need for maintenance interventions, minimise disruption for road users and support our net zero ambitions.
鈥淭he introduction of longer鈥憀asting, lower鈥慶arbon materials plays an important role in how we continue to evolve the network to meet future demands.鈥�
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