EMSTEEL, one of the region’s largest publicly listed steel and building materials companies, said its low-carbon sheet piles were used in one of the UK’s major rail infrastructure projects, supporting the expansion of Oxford Railway Station through its UK partner, Sheet Piling (UK) Limited.
The sustainable sheet piles were installed as part of a GBP 161 mln (USD 215 mln), multi-stage upgrade led by main contractor Kier and Network Rail. The foundations were used to form retaining walls for bridge and underpass expansion works, enabling the addition of a new fifth platform and higher service frequency at the station.
According to contractor, Sheet Piling (UK) Limited, the sheet piles were integrated with existing retaining structures and installed in carefully coordinated shifts to minimize disruption. Track sections were temporarily removed to allow piling works, before being reinstated within scheduled possession windows. All works were completed on time without delays, the company said.
Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, EMSTEEL has a production capacity of 3.5 mln tons of steel and 4.6 mln tons of cement annually. The group exports to over 70 markets, accounting for 30pct of its sales. The company offers a diverse range of steel products, including wire rod, rebar, heavy sections, and sheet piles.
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