Improving Traffic Flow at Binley Junction with Sustainable Solutions
The Binley Junction in Coventry, long plagued by congestion at the A46 and A428 intersection, underwent a major upgrade by National Highways to enhance traffic flow and support economic growth.
Geoquest joined the project design team early, leveraging their expertise and innovative products to design the large ramps supporting the flyover carriageway. The use of thin precast facing panels (maximum thickness of 140mm), and bespoke soil reinforcement significantly reduced carbon emissions compared to traditional cast-in-place concrete walls. These structures, being inherently flexible, also demonstrated high tolerance to settlement.
Collaborating with Macrete Ireland, Geoquest incorporated low-carbon concrete into the project, reinforcing its own commitment to environmentally friendly infrastructure. Additionally, Geoquest’s BBA-approved parapet anchor slab system enhanced safety and structural performance.
Dave Mantle, Senior Site Manager at Octavius Infrastructure, praised Geoquest’s contribution:
“Having used Geoquest for the provision of a reinforced earth wall system on a new highway scheme I found them to be very helpful and easy to work with in the run up to construction and also throughout the construction. The quality of the final product was very good and looks well now that the work is complete and open to traffic.”
The Binley flyover project highlights how innovative engineering solutions can enhance infrastructure while supporting sustainability and efficiency.
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