Transport Scotland’s Principal Contractor for the project, Forth Crossing Bridge Constructors (FCBC) has awarded multiple orders for materials and equipment required for concrete production on the project.

These orders are expected to secure jobs at several locations in Scotland.

Ready-mix pre-batched concrete will be supplied from two local businesses for the many small quantity concrete works associated with the bridge approach roads. This strategy maximises opportunities to involve local suppliers and workers.

The first of these is with Tarmac, from their facilities in South Gyle and Livingston, who will supply works on the south side of the Forth.

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The second supplier is the Skene Group, from their facilities in Fife, for the works on the north side of the Forth.

A subcontract for aggregates supply for the concrete to be used in the main bridge has been awarded to Tarmac from the Revelrig Quarry, West Lothian and facilities in Lanarkshire. Tarmac intends to add 5 additional local employees to their existing workforce (24 people) as a result of this contract.

FCBC has also confirmed that a subcontract for cement and admixture materials has been awarded to UK based Aggregate Industries who will recruit a further full-time managerial position to their depot in Glasgow to support this subcontract.

FCBC is responsible for developing their procurement strategy for the project using their global supply chains and experience.

A spokesperson for the consortium said: "We have invited and received quotes from all competent suitable companies in Scotland, Britain and most of Europe for aggregates, cement, cement additives and ready mix concrete - and after extensive quality and mix tests selected the most appropriate based on price, suitability and quality. This will ensure the very best deal on price, durability and appearance. The various components of concrete all have to interact correctly to make this possible."

(GK/DW)