Background

THB was contracted to complete over 11,000m2 of surfacing and reconstruction works on Luton Airport’s mid-term car park while it remained in operation (featured above/below). Implementing emergency excavation before resurfacing was necessary due to the unfortunate car park fire in 2023.

We were restricted to nighttime work and had a 2-week time frame to complete the job in full. Consistent passenger and car movement in and around the car park made things a little trickier.


Before & After

luton_airport_bf Before
luton_airport_af After

Objectives

  • Overlay existing surface with 40mm of AC10 Surface course, (approx. 7,250m2)
  • Excavate existing parking surface, reinstate with 140mm Type 1 Sub-base, Lay 60mm of AC20 and 40mm of AC10 surface course (approx. 2,500m2)
  • Plane existing carriageway and inlay with 60mm AC20 and 40mm AC10
  • Adjust all existing ironworks
  • Agree and implement bespoke safety measures for the emergency project

Challenges

  • Ongoing passenger and car movements in and around the car park
  • 2-week timeframe
  • Restricted night time working
  • Higher risk of safety measures required for team and public

Outcome

Whilst providing some unique challenges, including continuous public car park movements, nighttime work, and a two-week deadline for completion, the THB team completed the job within the required parameters, to the customer’s delight. We also ensured the highest safety measures throughout and were very happy with the result.

Project Details

Client
London Luton Airport
Location
Luton Airport, Mid-Term Car Park
Duration
2 weeks (night-time working only)
Sector
Aviation / Transport
Services Used
Surfacing Excavation & Reconstruction Line Marking Ironwork Adjustment
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