Tarmac lays new car park at Harry Potter castle
14 April 2008
Tarmac, working for Northumberland Estates, has just completed the construction of a new car park at Alnwick Castle in Northumberland.
Tarmac urges all in the construction industry to work together to alleviate flood risk
14 April 2008
Dr. Howard Robinson, head of product development at Tarmac urges all in the construction industry to work together to alleviate flood risk.
Partnering for success - looking at the innovative Nottinghamshire Highways Partnership (NHP) two years on
14 April 2008
It is just over two years ago that the Nottinghamshire Highways Partnership (NHP), a ground breaking approach to highway services based partnerships, was formed by Nottinghamshire County Council, and today it continues to deliver significant benefits for the county's highway works.
Nottinghamshire school safer thanks to eco pathways
5 March 2008
A Nottinghamshire school has had new footpaths installed to improve safety of access for its pupils. The footpaths were laid at Flintham Primary School by staff from Tarmac’s National Contracting Division based in Nottinghamshire.
Tarmac's Swanworth site achieves BSi accreditation
15 February 2008
Swanworth quarry in Dorset is flying high, after becoming the first Tarmac Recycling unit to earn the British Standards Institute (BSi) accreditation.
All kinds of everything - how concrete is shaping up to the demands of the construction customer
13 February 2008
As increasing demands are placed on construction, commercially, environmentally, legislatively and socially, the building products sector must rise to the challenge and give the industry new, innovative solutions.
Tarmac wins top Midlands Highway Contracts
1 February 2008
Tarmac has secured the prestigious 'Midlands Framework 3' (MF3) contract from the Highways Agency, which also includes additional work with local highway authorities through the Midlands Highway Alliance (MHA).
Tarmac to the rescue for BBC DIY SOS
30 January 2008
Tarmac and Strata Construction recently came to the aid of BBC programme DIY SOS, (presented by Nick Knowles, pictured above) as the team helped rebuild a badly damaged foster home in Toll Bar, near Doncaster, which was hit by devastating floods earlier this year.
Tarmac secures £40 Million Leicestershire Alliance Contract
30 January 2008
Tarmac has been awarded an innovative long-term highways maintenance and improvement contract by Leicestershire County Council, valued at up to £8 million per annum.
Tarmac to deliver £11 million Repair and Maintenance contract for Birmingham
30 January 2008
Birmingham City Council has selected Tarmac to deliver a key two-year carriageway maintenance and repair contract worth around £5.5m per annum.
Northumberland Schools to lead UK in new Biodiversity Project
28 January 2008
Two Northumberland schools, Lindisfarne Middle School and Long Houghton First School are to be the first schools in the UK to pilot the Tarmac Schools Biodiversity Challenge.
Weston-super-Mare Seafront Enhancements
17 December 2007
By the time Phase 1 is complete, Tarmac will have supplied 2,500m3 of ready-mixed concrete to the foreshore area of the site from its ready-mixed concrete plant located in Weston-super-Mare.
Joint Tarmac and National Grid recycling project slashes utility trench costs
17 December 2007
Initial findings from an innovative recycling project have been revealed by Tarmac and National Grid, showing substantial environmental benefits.
Futureproofed Schools must be back on the curriculum
4 December 2007
School‘s out for summer‘ is the song lyric, which is music to many pupils‘ ears at this time of year, as they get ready for a few months of relaxation. Yet, with the £45 billion Building Schools for the Future (BSF) scheme set to rebuild 3,500 secondary schools by 2020 and numerous PFI projects underway there is no time for the construction industry to rest.
A Perfect Partnership: Precast Concrete and Steel Work Together for B&Q
22nd November 2007
When B&Q planned a major project to build its two-storey superstore in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, one of its requirements was that the main sales space had to be at first floor level and needed to be capable of supporting heavy racking systems or a uniformly distributed load of 20kN/m2 for the storage and display of its goods.
Tarmac at St Pancras Station London
22nd November 2007
St Pancras station is one of the country’s finest examples of British railway architecture and one of London’s greatest landmarks. Tarmac is among the companies working on its redevelopment, as part of the £6 billion Channel Tunnel Rail Link.
Middlesborough or Marbella?
22nd November 2007
Does the adoption of 'Mediterranean-style' house types really offer the answer to greater energy efficiency in new build homes?
By Phil Harris, Marketing Director, Tarmac Topfloor.
Forgotten Floors?
22nd November 2007
In early 2007, Housing and Planning Minister, Yvette Cooper delivered a rallying call to UK housebuilders for all new build homes to be fully zero carbon by 2016. The address followed the launch of the government’s Code for Sustainable Homes, a home star-rating system, which this month replaces the current EcoHomes standard.
Heatsave Plus is first choice for Bramall Construction
22nd November 2007
Bramall Construction Ltd, the public sector regeneration specialist, has chosen Heatsave Plus - the latest development in thermally efficient flooring from Tarmac Topfloor - to be installed at four new residential developments in Halifax, Yorkshire.
Tarmac Topfloor provides next step to regeneration plans in East London
22nd November 2007
Bespoke, high-grade precast concrete stairs from Tarmac Topfloor have been installed in new apartment buildings at The Water Gardens, a residential development that forms part of the prestigious 1.5 billion pound Canada Waters regeneration scheme in East London.
‘Tarmac online’ goes live in response to industry appetite for e-business
20th November 2007
Tarmac’s customers are set to save time and money with the launch of ‘Tarmac Online’ – the construction industry’s most comprehensive web-based customer portal, which is now live.
SUDS and Effective flood water management
20th November 2007
Dr. Howard Robinson, head of product development at Tarmac discusses how innovative Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SUDS) can provide the solution to effective drainage control and water management.
Highway partners to reveal encouraging results
20th November 2007
With efficiency at the top of highway managers’ agendas, an update on the progress of an innovative approach to partnering is due to be revealed at the up-and-coming ‘Highways Efficiency’ event (4 October) – by Nottinghamshire County Council’s Services Director Highways, Bob Hart, and Tarmac’s Contracting director (Midlands), Mike Elford.
Concrete in a Sustainable World
20th November 2007
Tarmac - one of the UK’s largest suppliers of concrete building materials - has harnessed the integral properties of concrete, such as high thermal mass, strength, recyclability and durability, to create building products that play a key role in delivering a more sustainable future for communities and the environment.
All change for asphalt
20th November 2007
The withdrawal on the 1 January 2008 of the existing British Standards for asphalt and their replacement with new European Standards represents a change for the road-surfacing sector on an unprecedented scale.
Tarmac provides bridge beams to help strengthen and widen M1 motorway
19th November 2007
£0.5 million worth of custom designed precast concrete beams are being manufactured and supplied by Tarmac for the construction of 12 Bridge Structures between junctions 6a to 10 that forms part of the major M1 road widening scheme.
Tarmac Topblock's energy saving solutions
25th October 2007
When it comes to paying the monthly electricity bill, Honingham residents, Gary and Keron Lawson, getting change from a fiver is commonplace. They're fortunate enough to live in the UK's first earth-sheltered social housing scheme and one of this country's most energy efficient homes.
Tarmac Topblock launches block recycling scheme
25th October 2007
Tarmac Topblock - in partnership with waste specialists HIPPOWASTE™ - has launched a major new initiative to help companies within the construction industry manage on-site block waste and reduce the amount of material sent to landfill, as part of its commitment to sustainability.
Tarmac pioneers recycled surfacing on the national network via M25
15th October 2007
A Tarmac and Mouchel Parkman joint initiative on behalf of the Highways Agency has pioneered a new recycled road surface on the national network.
Coventry's new state-of-the-art plant
28th September 2007
Coventry's new concrete plant opened its gates this month, bringing the prospect of more efficient service for customers in the city.
MP visits Tarmac to celebrate 30 year anniversary
14th September 2007
It was a special day for Holme Hall quarry and Grimsby concrete plant on Friday (14 September) when they were paid a visit by Austin Mitchell, MP for Great Grimsby. The day marked the 30 year anniversary of his Industry and Parliament Trust (IPT) fellowship with Tarmac.
5th September 2007 - Borras Eco Centre awarded 80,000 pounds
The Eco Centre housed at Tarmac's Borras Quarry, Wrexham has just been awarded 80,000 pounds to continue its work with children and young adults with special needs.
5th September 2007 - Tarmac sponsors Darvel Music Festival
Tarmac is the main sponsor of this year's Darvel Music Festival for a second year running, to the tune of 4,000 pounds.
28th August 2007 - Archaeologists uncover exciting artefacts at local quarry
Tarmac Limited have funded an extensive archaeological investigation at Loudounhill Quarry, Darvel.
28th August 2007 - Tarmac opens the doors to Bayston Hill Quarry
Tarmac's Bayston Hill Quarry is opening its doors to the public for a fun filled family day out.
7th August 2007 - Tarmac loads up cash for East Cheshire Hospice
A Cheshire hospice has received a generous donation from Tarmac Limited after the company volunteered to help raise funds at their annual Hillhead exhibition.
3rd August 2007 - Tarmac Announcement
Following this morning's announcement that Anglo American plans to sell Tarmac, we would like to take this opportunity to reassure all customers, suppliers, indeed all stakeholders that it's business as usual.
3rd August 2007 - Tarmac sends flood of stone to protect Gloucester substation
Tarmac's Stowfield Quarry leapt into action last week to help with the flood alleviation scheme in Gloucester.
20th July 2007 - Tarmac wins its biggest surfacing contract
Tarmac has been chosen to carry out surfacing work on the widening of the UK's M1 motorway- its largest such contract to date.
17th July 2007 - Red squirrels, skylarks, bats and bee orchids made to feel welcome at Tarmac quarry sites
Tarmac is going a step further to encourage and develop a wealth of wildlife at its quarries throughout Durham and Gateshead by producing Biodiversity Action Plans (BAPs) for all its quarries in the county. These plans will assist the company to operate and manage its sites in a way which protects and enhances everything from wildlife, plants and trees to other biodiversity ranging from toadstools to mosses. The Company currently has an interest in six quarries in the region, covering over 350 ha of land. The BAPs will complement the potential for significant wildlife enhancement projects already carried out through site restoration.
16th July 2007 - Cub Scout Float Was Well Dressed
The 3rd Buxton Cub Scouts had a particularly well-decorated float in Saturday's (14 July) Buxton Well Dressing Carnival, after a donation of green carpet from Tarmac Limited.
6th July 2007 - Eagles flying high with Tarmac sponsorship
The Kewford Eagles Under 7's South team have recently earned a 'big name sponsor' in the form of Tarmac Limited, something they say, makes them feel like 'mini professionals'.
1st June 2007 - Tarmac provides centre piece at former Millenium Dome site
The O2 Arena, the eagerly awaited focal point for the former Millenium Dome site, has been constructed from precast concrete in a 1.5 million pound deal between Tarmac Precast and Sir Robert McAlpine.
1st July 2007 - Making Reading cool again
At first, precast concrete might appear at odds with 'green desig'’ principles, but an award-winning library in Brighton successfully demonstrates how energy efficiency can be achieved using a unique, hollowcore concrete system to heat, cool and ventilate the building.
1st June 2007 - Hollowcore concrete + renewables = further carbon savings
An innovative non-residential development in Worcestershire is set to become one of the first buildings in the UK to combine an energy-efficient heating, cooling and fresh air ventilation system, with ground source heat pumps to reduce on-site carbon emissions.
1st June - Tarmac Topfloor provides next step to regeneration plans in East London
Bespoke, high-grade precast concrete stairs from Tarmac Topfloor have been installed in new apartment buildings at The Water Gardens, a residential development that forms part of the prestigious 1.5 billion pounds Canada Waters regeneration scheme in East London. The high-quality two and three bedroom apartments have been designed around a central water feature to offer a peaceful retreat from city life.
1st May 2007 - Tarmac Precast gets 'best seats in the house' at capital of culture arena
Custom-designed concrete from Tarmac Precast is being used to construct a new 10,600-capacity arena that will form an integral part of the Kings Waterfront development in Liverpool - the centrepiece for the city's Capital of Culture celebrations in 2008.
1st May 2007 - Building schools for a sustainable future
by Colin Marshall, technical manager for Tarmac Topblock
The Government's Building Schools for the Future (BSF) programme has been heralded as the 'biggest single investment in improving school buildings for over 50 years'. It has led to a rise in school development and refurbishment, and its legacy means that the construction industry and public sector are now tasked with finding workable, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions to rebuild or renew every secondary school in England over a 10-15 year period.
1st May 2007 - Middlesborough or Marbella?
Does the adoption of 'Mediterranean-style' house types really offer the answer to greater energy efficiency in new build homes?
26th April 2007 - Code for sustainable homes live web seminar launched by Tarmac Topblock
Hot on the heels of its re-launched website, www.topblock.co.uk and its comprehensive 'Report on Sustainability', Tarmac Topblock is continuing to expand the unrivalled training and technical support services it offers to customers by launching its first ever 'Code for Sustainable Homes' 'webinar'; a live seminar broadcast over the web.
3rd April 2007 - Tarmac's Funky Footprints wins BTO award
Tarmac's Funky Footprints Nature Reserve, near Shepperton, Middlesex, has won the Community BTO Business Bird Challenge Award 2006.
27th March 2007 - Scouting around for a good cause
The 1st Bilston Scout Group is a step nearer extending their scout hall, thanks to a 250 pound donation from Tarmac.
1st April 2007 - Heatsave Plus is first choice for Bramall Construction
Bramall Construction Ltd, the public sector regeneration specialist, has chosen Heatsave Plus - the latest development in thermally efficient flooring from Tarmac Topfloor - to be installed at four new residential developments in Halifax, Yorkshire.
21st February 2007 - Tarmac announces 2006 results
Tarmac Group, the international business providing a wide range of building materials and innovative construction products, announced its results on Wednesday 21 February as part of a statement from its parent company, Anglo American plc.
5th February 2007- Tarmac film to be showcased at LGA Urban Conference & Exhibition
Tarmac will feature over the next couple of days as the only minerals operator to showcase its sustainability credentials via a short film at the Local Government Association's 'Thriving Economies, Cohesive Communities' urban conference in Newcastle, on 5th & 6th February.
31st January 2007 - TARMAC TOPFLOOR - SKY HIGH IN CANNOCK
Tarmac TopFloor is contributing to the changing landscape of Staffordshire town Cannock with the installation of 6,000sq m2 of hollowcore flooring at the 13 storey Orbital Plaza - home to the region's latest Ramada hotel.
31st January 2007 - DAVID BELLAMY LAUNCHES TARMAC'S NORTHUMBERLAND QUARRIES BIODIVERSITY ACTION PLAN
Professor David Bellamy OBE, botanist, author, broadcaster and environmental campaigner, helped Tarmac launch its Northumberland Biodiversity Action Plan (BAP) yesterday (30 January)
23rd January 2007 - IN TOP GEAR TO MEET TARMAC CHALLENGE
Top Gear presenters Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May, rose to the challenge to resurface a road in just 24 hours with just a little help from Tarmac National Contracting, in a show to be screened this Sunday (28 January) on BBC Two.
16th January 2007 - TARMAC GROUT FOR DOUNREAY DECOMMISSIONING
When a bespoke blend of high performance grout was needed for round-the-clock works as part of the 2.9 billion pounds Dounreay nuclear decommissioning programme, cementitious blending expert Tarmac CMS Pozament was called upon to deliver a specialised product.
15th January 2007 - TARMAC GROUT HELPS AVERT WATER CRISIS
It was a race against time for Thames Water Engineering when a major water tunnel burst, reducing Thames Water's ability to pump raw water into storage in the Queen Mother reservoir and potentially jeopardising London's domestic water supply. The emergency team working to repair the tunnel called in industry experts Tarmac CMS Pozament to supply 330 tonnes of their specialist SP/E2 Expansive Grout to help repair the breach.
10th January 2007- THERMAL MASS - COOL SOLUTION FOR SCHOOLS
With mounting legislation, an increased need to build more energy efficient schools and rising energy prices, heating and ventilation engineers are adopting new and innovative technologies. Many schools now have a requirement for heating and ventilation systems that not only deliver optimum performance but also offer significantly reduced environmental impact. Geoff Russell-Smith of Tarmac TermoDeck discusses why thermal mass should be firmly on the radar when it comes to installing an environmentally friendly solution.
3rd January 2007 - TARMAC HIGHLY COMMENDED AT BRITISH ARCHAEOLOGY AWARDS
Tarmac's Cheviot Quarry, near Milfield village in Northumberland has achieved success at the British Archaeology Awards held in Birmingham.
1st January 2007 - NEW SCHOOLS ON THE BLOCK
The construction of six new educational facilities in Derbyshire is set to bring state-of-the-art learning resources to pupils in the area. Built by construction firm Norwest Holst with multicore blocks from Tarmac Topblock, the shells of all six sites were completed in April 2006, with the buildings set to open to hundreds of new pupils in September 2007.
