Bachy Soletanche Honoured with 11th Consecutive RoSPA Gold Award
We are proud to announce that Bachy Soletanche has once again been recognised for its outstanding commitment to health and safety, having received the RoSPA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents) President’s Award for achieving its 11th consecutive Gold Award. This prestigious honour reflects our health and safety performance throughout 2024 and is awarded to organisations that [...]
Foundation Milestone Reached at London Gatwick Pier 6 Extension
Bachy Soletanche, working on behalf of global delivery consultants and construction experts Mace, has successfully completed the foundation works for the Pier 6 extension at London Gatwick, a key milestone in the £140 million infrastructure programme. The works were delivered in collaboration with consulting engineer WSP. Over a two-month period, more than 200 continuous flight auger (CFA) piles [...]
In Memory of David Sherwood and Peter Shiells
We are deeply saddened to share the news of the recent passing of two esteemed former colleagues, David Sherwood and Peter Shiells, both of whom made a lasting impact on Bachy Soletanche and the wider construction industry. David Sherwood David Sherwood, our former Managing Director, colleague, mentor and friend, passed away on 9th April 2025 at the age [...]
Bachy Soletanche Secures Place on Major Frameworks
Bachy Soletanche is proud to have been appointed as a specialist contractor on two significant infrastructure frameworks that will support vital upgrades across the UK and Ireland’s ports and naval facilities. This appointment strengthens Bachy Soletanche’s position as a leading provider of complex, high-profile ground engineering solutions across the marine and defence sectors, with notable projects including Rosyth [...]
Bachy Soletanche Reignites Support for Clitheroe Rugby Club
Bachy Soletanche is proud to announce that it has once again joined forces with Clitheroe Rugby Club in Lancashire, demonstrating its continued commitment to supporting local communities. The company has donated towards the development of a new state-of-the-art artificial pitch, enhancing the club’s facilities and allowing for increased training capacity through year-round, all-weather use. [...]
Bachy Soletanche Launches Scottish Office to Strengthen Regional Presence
Bachy Soletanche is pleased to announce the opening of its new regional office in Bellshill, Glasgow, marking an important step in strengthening its presence across Scotland. Acquired in March 2025, the office provides a dedicated base for operations in the region, enables closer working with contractors and partners, and improves delivery capability. The new Scottish office forms part [...]
Bachy Soletanche Shortlisted for 2025 Ground Engineering Awards
Bachy Soletanche is excited to announce its success in being shortlisted for seven categories at the 2025 Ground Engineering Awards. The company's commitment to excellence, innovation and safety has been recognised across various award categories, showcasing its leadership in the industry. Bachy Soletanche has been shortlisted for the following: Contractor of the Year: for geotechnical excellence, industry contributions [...]
Gates open on London’s New super sewer heralding new era for the Thames
London’s super sewer, designed to protect the River Thames from sewage pollution well into the future, has now been turned on. First 4 of 21 sites switched on, with new tunnel starting to protect River Thames from sewage pollution for the first time First data records half a million cubic metres of sewage captured by the tunnel network [...]
Bachy Soletanche sponsors inclusive football team supporting men’s mental health
Bachy Soletanche recently sponsored an open-age amateur football team in Liverpool, which is supporting men’s mental health and inclusivity. The team was set up by the company’s accounts assistant Thomas Medcalf earlier this year. After gaining traction from friends and locals, numbers grew, and they now have an 11-a-side team who are participating in the Merseyside 11s Inclusion [...]
Bachy Soletanche announces new structure as part of three-year growth plan
Bachy Soletanche has strengthened its ability to serve clients across the UK and Ireland through structuring the business into three distinct divisions. The geotechnical specialists will operate a regional business, formed of Northern and Southern Divisions, along with a nationwide Projects Division. The Northern Division, led by Shaun Davison, will specialise in delivering smaller projects, for new and [...]
Bachy Soletanche completes work on Riverside 2 energy-from-waste facility
Bachy Soletanche recently concluded its £7.5m geotechnical contract for Cory’s second energy-from-waste facility, Riverside 2, located on the banks of the River Thames in south-east London. Once complete, Riverside 2 will be one of the largest and most efficient energy-from-waste facilities in the UK. It will treat 650,000 tonnes of non-recyclable waste, generating enough electricity to power 176,000 homes [...]
Bachy Soletanche receives RoSPA President’s Award for a decade of health and safety excellence
In recognition of its exceptional health and safety performance, Bachy Soletanche has recently received the coveted RoSPA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents) President’s Award after achieving its 10th consecutive RoSPA Gold Award this year. Implementing preventative action plans, collaborating with site teams on risk management and delivering a falling objects awareness campaign were some of the [...]