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Bluelands Quarry

Location: Purfleet, Essex​

Completion Date: March 2021​

The Bluelands Quarry project involved the infilling of a former quarry that had been filled with water for over 70 years. The goal of this project was to transform this historic site into a development platform, offering a unique blend of environmental reclamation and urban expansion. What made this project even more remarkable was the fact that the site had been filled with water over several decades, and it was carried out under a unique recovery permit.

The site’s history, filled with water for seven decades, presented numerous challenges, but our team was up to the task. The infilling process required careful planning and adherence to rigorous environmental and safety standards. We worked diligently to ensure that the recovery permit was applied for, operated, and surrendered as a low-risk endeavor, demonstrating our commitment to environmental stewardship. Our comprehensive approach incorporated responsible waste management, water quality monitoring, and habitat restoration, mitigating the potential impact on the local ecosystem.

The successful completion of this project not only provided a solid development platform but also symbolised a remarkable transformation, turning a historically water-filled quarry into a vibrant and sustainable space. Our work here serves as a testament to our dedication to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in construction and environmental reclamation while always prioritising safety, sustainability, and responsible land use.

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