VolkerStevin has been appointed to carry out flood defence improvement works in Medway, South East England.

The scheme involves building a new 850-metre long steel sheet pile river wall, demolishing an existing concrete storage building, remediation works and the installation of 10,000 drains. In addition, VolkerStevin is also importing 120,000 tonnes of fill material in order to raise the ground levels.

Enabling works got underway in April, with the main work beginning in May. Project completion is planned for April next year.

In addition, realignment of the carriageway away from the watercourse will be carried out by VolkerHighways. Two of VolkerStevin's specialist division's, VolkerGround Engineering, and VolkerBrooks, will collaborate together to procure and install the new steel sheet pile wall and undertake awarded fabrication works.


Rob Coupe, Managing Director at VolkerStevin, said: "We are pleased to have been awarded this flood defence project which will not only help protect homes, but also allow for economic growth within the housing market. Working alongside one of our other VolkerWessels UK business units, VolkerHighways, demonstrates the diverse range of our capabilities as part of a wider group."

Cllr Rodney Chambers said: "We are pleased that the flood defence works are now underway. This is the first phase of development at Strood Waterfront which will pave the way for future development of the site which has breathtaking views across the river to Rochester castle and is close to two railway stations.

"The works at the waterfront compliments the ongoing regeneration programme in Strood and I look forward to seeing the works completed."

(LM)