The port has been redeveloped with a revamped trailer park, upgraded entrance, and a new multi smart gate operating system. Hundreds of heavy goods vehicles move through the port daily, which meant the project demanded a robust and highly durable roadway solution.
Holcim UK was chosen to supply specialist readymix concrete capable of withstanding intense loading conditions, on a tight construction timeline.
Holcim designed and delivered a range of bespoke concrete mixes. Between April 2025 and May 2026, more than 4,500 cubic metres of concrete were supplied from Holcim鈥檚 Lancaster RMX plant.
This included standard CEM I concrete for general fill, alongside a specialist Strike early-strength concrete, crafted to accelerate construction timelines. Unlike conventional concrete, which can take up to 28 days to reach full strength, Strike achieves trackable strength within 24 to 48 hours to fast-track progress on site.
In heavily trafficked areas, Holcim provided a reinforced mix combining steel fibres, removing the need for extensive steel mesh. Working in partnership with Fibre Concrete Solutions, the team created a specification using 20鈥�30kg of steel fibres per cubic metre, delivering reinforced strength and durability for long-term performance.
Several challenges presented throughout the project, including the need for consistent high-volume deliveries within strict timeframes and difficult weather conditions during late 2025.
Holcim completed over 30 deliveries while ensuring consistent product quality. The use of the Holcim+ digital platform allowed for seamless ordering and real-time tracking of deliveries, helping the construction team maintain programme momentum.
Martyn O鈥橫alley, construction director at Kiernan 萝莉原创, said: 鈥淲e鈥檇 like to thank the Holcim team for their support of the Heysham Port project.
鈥淭he supply of the Strike 5.0 concrete with steel fibres and all other mixes was excellent throughout. The consistency of the mix, combined with the reliability of deliveries from the Lancaster plant played a key role in keeping the programme on track despite the challenging conditions and tight timeframes.
鈥淭he fibre mix, especially, performed exactly as required, providing the strength and durability needed for such a heavily trafficked environment, and significantly improved efficiency on site."
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