Metrail Construction Ltd

Metrail is one of the leading specialist contractors in the UK focussed on concrete repair, bridge deck waterproofing, bridge deck expansion joints and slab stabilisation. The business was established in 2007 and has grown substantially under the leadership of Managing Director, Martyn Sherwood, who has over 20 years of experience in the sector. The company, which has its head office in Hailsham near Eastbourne and a regional office in Yorkshire, is a GCP approved contractor, licensed to apply and install the complete range of GCP’s waterproofing and expansion joint products. GCP provide technical back-up and support when needed. Metrail are also a member of the Bridge Joint Association. As a specialist contractor, customers rely heavily on the Metrail capability to deliver work on time and on a budget so that the overall contract programme is maintained. Having a core team of experienced personnel on site and in the office is a key driver for success. Training and skills accreditation play an important role in the business to ensure safe working practices and quality workmanship. Martyn Sherwood is personally committed to ensuring the highest standards of Health and Safety. National Highways is a key client for Metrail with its specialist services delivered both directly and through some of the UK’s leading Tier 1 contractors and joint ventures such as A One +, Balfour Beatty, Costain, F M Conway and Kier. Metrail has recently been awarded four Scheme Delivery Frameworks by National Highways for waterproofing and expansion joints. Metrail has become the specialist contactor of choice for working on high profile structures such as Tinsley Viaduct on the M1 near Sheffield, Putney Bridge, Rochester Bridge and on London Bridge where Metrail has waterproofed over 10,000 sq. metres of bridge deck and associated concrete repairs during the summer of 2020. With regards to slab stabilisation, Metrail has introduced an innovative technique to the UK market for concrete slab stabilisation developed on the German autobahn network which utilises a unique resin product. 2022 Metrail has successfully completed slab stabilisation on a 5km section of the M180 in Yorkshire. The resin is designed for longevity and should extend the life of the motorway surface by 10 years or more. Further information at www.metrail.co.uk.