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[Scheme Update] King Charles III Footpath Colas has completed improvements on the Cheshire section which will form part of the King Charles III footpath, a 2,700-mile National Trail connecting landscapes in England. In collaboration with Cheshire West and Chester Council, the project improved an existing coast path situated between the Flintshire and Wirral borders, with a strong emphasis on environmental sustainability throughout the process. The section of the path is integral to the King Charles III England Coast Path, noted for its ecological significance, as parts lie within a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) Burton Mere Wetlands. Following discussions with RSPB and Natural England, it was agreed that a granite stone path would be installed to stabilise the embankment to futureproof the route against coastal terrain and tidal waters. In addition, no materials would be removed from the site, aiding sustainability ecology and carbon elements of the location. The main construction phase was carefully scheduled between January and March to align with environmental considerations, with work continuing throughout the year to stabilise the route through marshy areas, raising the path above waterlogged ground, and improving drainage. With the completion of the improvements, the Cheshire section of the King Charles III footpath is now open to the public.

[Innovation 💡] From A to Z... We are innovators, it has been at the heart of our culture for over a century. Our mission is to design, build and maintain sustainable transport infrastructure, utilising our local knowledge and global expertise as part of the Colas Group. Scroll to see how Colas makes innovation come to life! #ColasCares #ColasShares #ColasDares #Innovation

Highways UK is fast approaching!  Colas will be exhibiting at the Highways UK event on the 16-17th October at the NEC, Birmingham. We are excited to be exhibiting alongside Bouygues at this year’s exhibition! We invite you to visit us at stand 216A, where our specialist teams will be ready to welcome attendees. #HighwaysUK

[Award win 🏆] Highways Awards Our award-winning 'Period Dignity: Ending the Stigma' campaign has scooped another accolade, winning the ‘Health, Wellbeing and Inclusion’  award at the 21st Highways Awards on the 24 September 2024 in London. The 'Period Dignity: Ending the Stigma' campaign aims to create an environment where women feel included, and that there is better understanding of this and other women’s physical and mental health in a highway’s workplace. The campaign is focussed on the importance of normalising conversations about gender-based health disparities, and empowering women to discuss their health openly in the workplace. Research from Initial Washroom Hygiene found that almost half of women would be hesitant to talk about periods with their manager, at Colas we’re committed to creating a healthy working environment within our business. Congratulations to the team! 

[Did you know?💡] At Colas, three overarching values underpin everything we do and everything we stand for. These core values are embraced by the entire Colas group, consisting of 65,000 employees in 50 countries. Caring: living together and caring for our colleagues, stakeholders, the environment and society; Sharing: our knowledge and expertise with our colleagues and partners; Daring: working with a pioneering mindset. These values guide our daily business interactions, foster collaboration among teams, and inspire us to take bold steps. #ColasCares #ColasShares #ColasDares

Congratulations London Gatwick and to everyone involved in this innovative approach to delivering a new runway surface. We are delighted to have been part of this highly collaborative, award winning project.

This week, Colas attended the Inspiring Women in Construction and Engineering Conference and Awards, an event dedicated to promoting gender diversity and celebrating the outstanding contributions made by women, teams, and organisations in the industry. The day was filled with engaging presentations and interactive panels led by thought-leaders in the sector, each sharing valuable insights and experiences. Networking sessions allowed participants to connect and exchange ideas, fostering collaboration and support among peers. Sarah Yates, Senior Bid Writer at Colas, joined the ‘Progressing EDI across the Sector’ session, highlighting the work we’re doing to create more equitable environments for women on our sites and contracts through improved sanitary facilities and opening the conversation around women’s health. As part of the awards ceremony, Colas was highly commended in the 'Excellence in Mental Health and Wellbeing' category for our 'Period Dignity: Ending the Stigma' campaign, which focuses on the importance of normalising conversations about gender-based health disparities, and empowering women to discuss their periods openly in the workplace. #IWCE2024 #ColasCares #ColasShares

In more exciting news, Colas has been shortlisted for four awards in the upcoming Department for Transport (DFT) Special Recognition Awards, which are part of the annual LCRIG Strictly Highways event! The DFT Special Recognition Awards honour exceptional individuals and organisations that have gone the extra mile to deliver change in the highways and transport technology sector. • Net Zero Project of the Year – In partnership with Cheshire West and Chester Council • Collaborative Partnership – In partnership with Cheshire West and Chester City Council • Employer Initiative of the Year – In partnership with ADEPT • Collaborative Partnership – as part of the Liverpool City Council: ‘Ecosystem of Things’ driving a low-carbon economy, ADEPT Live Lab 2 project Visit our website for more information on the nominations.

Did you know? Our in situ cold recycling process, Recycol, has been shortlisted for several prestigious awards this year. This recognition reflects our commitment to sustainability and our ongoing efforts to extend the options for recycling solutions on the UK road network. In partnership with Cheshire West and Chester Council, Colas proudly completed the second phase of the project, a demonstrator of the Recycol process on a major A road, the A41 - a UK first. Find out more - watch the full video on our Youtube channel: https://lnkd.in/ehgGv5b2

[Exciting News! 📣] Highways UK Excellence Awards Shortlist Colas, in partnership with Cheshire West and Chester Council, has been shortlisted for the Net-Zero Award at the upcoming Highways UK Excellence Awards. This nomination is in recognition of the use of the Recycol low carbon cold-recycling solution for local to strategic roads. Recycol is a cold-applied in-situ recycling process, delivered using a train of resurfacing vehicles that move along a road, mixing the planed asphalt with new emulsion in real-time, repurposing 100% of the binder course into new road surfaces. In October 2023, in collaboration with the Cheshire West and Chester Council, Colas carried out the first demonstrator of the Recycol process on a 2km section of a major A road, the A41. Ahead of the project, Colas technical experts developed and adapted the internationally used Recycol solution, creating a formulised mixture for use on the major road, decreasing the curing time of the binder. The project resulted in significant carbon and cost savings, and reduced inconvenience to road users. We look forward to the award ceremony in October! Colas will also be attending the Highways UK exhibition, where specialist teams will be on hand to discuss the Recycol process in detail. Visitors are invited to learn more about this innovative solution, its benefits, and how it can be implemented in various road projects.