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13/11/2023

Significant Progress Made On M25 Junction 28 Scheme

County Down headquartered, GRAHAM has completed significant progress on the M25 junction 28 improvement scheme.

Working with National Highways, GRAHAM has installed six 70 metre beams between the M25 and A12 for the new Grove Bridge. The beams support the new loop road beneath Maylands Bridge which forms part of the new A12 eastbound off-slip which is currently under construction.

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The team has also installed eight large pre-cast concrete sections for the new Weald Brook culvert to widen the M25 entry slip road. The works were completed ahead of schedule allowing for an early reopening of the M25.

Once complete, the scheme will improve the flow of traffic, creating a safer and more integrated travel network.

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