ASSET FRP FLOODGATE ACCESS STEPS - CORPORATION ROAD

NEWPORT, SOUTH WALES

PROJECT OVERVIEW

The asset FRP Access Steps located over a concrete floodwall at Corporation Road Floodgate, formed part of the flood remediation package at Stephenson Street to protect local businesses and housing. Due to increased speed of installation and to keep the program on track, asset FRP was utilised for this project. The versatile material complies with all applicable standards, including meeting the new standard for accessible and inclusive environments BS 8300.

PROBLEM SOLVED

The asset FRP solution enabled easy public access across the flood wall to help maintain the Wales Coastal Walk route. The 2m high concrete wall underneath the new steps acts as a sliding floodgate to protect nearby properties. The main driver for this project was to provide access over the floodgate (as it is a public right of way), hence why asset FRP was chosen as the solution.

ESG

There are many ESG benefits of installing the modular asset FRP system in this environment, including:

• Improved social connectivity

• Low carbon footprint material

• Sustainable development

• Flood mitigation

• Environmental protection

Our asset FRP products also elevate site safety by reducing the risk of accidents with lighter handling materials, minimising the need for heavy machinery use. This also contributes to the low carbon impact of the solution.