Tarbert Ferry Terminal Upgrade, Isle of Harris
- RJ Mcleod
- May 11, 2022
- 2 min read
Updated: Jun 12
Client: Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd
We were the Principal Contractor for the upgrade of the existing ferry terminal to accommodate a new larger vessel. The project involved dredging, land reclamation, rock armour and reinforced concrete (RC) coastal revetment, highway works and marshalling area, complex temporary works, pier and building demolition, pier reconstruction including RC marine structures, marine piling, fendering, building foundations, removal and reinstatement of pontoons, cathodic protection and associated utilities / services (including Scottish Water Works) while maintaining a twice-daily ferry service through the heart of the work site.
The project was located in the town of Tarbert close to local residents, businesses and a school. By proper planning and co-ordination by our experienced staff we ensured minimal disruption.
Principal Elements
Rock armour 16,500T
Infill / reclamation 80,000T
Concrete 1800m3
Piling 48 no. (CHS)
12 no. (fenders) Rebar 448T
Dredging 35,000m3
Precast RC 1,400T
Retaining wall 200m
Underwater concrete 95m3
Underwater grouting 200m3
Bituminous surfacing 5,000m3
Drainage 400m
Points of Interest
Numerous Community Benefits including hire of local labour and rental of 10 no. houses
Heavy plant including Weldex 350T / 110T cranes, dredge and barge, 22m long reach excavator (GPS controlled to place armour to -8m CD)
Port remains operational throughout the duration of the project - vessel berths twice a day
Remote location plays a large part in logistics and material delivery and storage
Varying historic remodelling/renovations of the former pier made slab removal challenging
Complex temporary works to facilitate fender and bracing construction
Confined site working through maintaining marshalling area throughout construction period
In recognition of the excellence of the project, including community engagement, the project won the 2022 Scottish Civil Engineering (formerly the Saltire Awards) Infrastructure Award – Marine.