Infrastructure challenges

Our engineering teams design targeted ground improvement solutions to address commonly occurring challenges affecting infrastructure assets, including;

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Poorly compacted soil

We improve the load-bearing capacity of poorly compacted ground, ensuring a stable foundation for infrastructure assets.

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Clay shrinkage/swelling

We fill fissures in shrinkable clay soils to reduce moisture change, which helps to mitigate ground movement and subsidence.

Infra challenges water seal cofferdam

Water leaks in shoring

Our solutions create an effective, non-intrusive water barrier to prevent water from migrating through sheet piles and cofferdams on construction sites.

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Void filling and sinkhole remediation

We fill voids and cavities with our lightweight geopolymer to restore support and prevent collapses.

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Inadequate bearing capacity

We improve ground strength beneath existing foundations, allowing assets to withstand additional loads.

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Liquefaction

We densify soils with our geopolymer injection process to mitigate the risk of liquefaction in vulnerable areas.

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Depressions on pavements

We stabilise the ground beneath rigid and flexible road surfaces to prevent movement and extend the life of the pavement.

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Vibration

Our solutions can reduce vibrations from traffic or machinery by dampening the ground and stabilising rocking slabs.

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Displacement during tunnelling

We use a real-time displacement control system to compensate for ground settlement caused by tunnelling, protecting nearby structures.

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Seawall erosion

Our geopolymer can be injected behind seawalls to fill voids and prevent water from migrating, helping to maintain their integrity.

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Asset life extension

By stabilising the ground and preventing movement, our solutions help to extend the operational life of key infrastructure assets

Manhole depression

Depressions around manholes

By restoring ground strength and preventing settlement, our solutions protect asset performance and extend the operational life of critical infrastructure.

Serving all infrastructure assets

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Rail

Strengthening track beds and embankments while trains continue to run.

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Highways

Repairing voids and stabilizing roads and bridges without major closures.

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Ports & harbors

Improving the load-bearing capacity of quaysides and stabilising marine structures without disrupting operations.

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Airports

Underpinning runways, taxiways, and terminals quickly and non-disruptively.

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Utilities

Securing foundations for substations, towers, and pipelines with minimal service impact.

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Public assets

Preserving hospitals, libraries, theatres, and historic buildings by stabilising foundations for future generations.

Our solutions

With over four decades of ground engineering expertise, we’ve designed solutions that are fast, sustainable, and highly effective across sectors:

Ground improvement

Improves bearing capacity of weak ground to support heavy loads.

Re-levelling sinking pavement slabs

Engineered slab re-levelling and lifting solutions that restore subsided concrete to its correct level quickly and accurately.

Void filling

Rapidly fills voids beneath roads, rail, and foundations to prevent collapse.

Structural support

Provides targeted, precise support to stabilise compromised structures.

Permeability reduction / Water Sealing

Reduces water ingress, protecting assets from erosion and damage.

Proactive maintenance

Our proactive maintenance addresses risks before they escalate.

Emergency Repairs

Rapid, non-disruptive emergency repairs that stabilise ground, fill voids, and restore critical infrastructure.

Real-time displacement control

Highly effective, non-disruptive solution for controlling ground displacement.

Award winning solutions

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Get in touch with our expert team today and discover how Geobear can extend the life of your critical infrastructure assets.

Why Geobear?

Minimal disruption

Installed through small-diameter holes with compact equipment, keeping assets operational throughout.

Up to 70% faster

Projects can be completed in single possessions, or days, not weeks.

Around 75% lower carbon impact

Supporting sustainability goals with proven low-carbon solutions.

Cost-effective

Overall programme costs can be reduced through effective planning.

Proven track record

Over 200,000 projects delivered worldwide.

Sector knowledge & compliance

Deep understanding of regulations and standards ensures safe, reliable outcomes.

Case studies

M11 works by Geobear

M11 void filling

Using Geobear helped avoid a £1.5m reconstruction and £14.8m in indirect costs, completing the works in 13 night shifts rather than 9 weeks.

Ballast crossing

Ballasted railway level crossing

Geobear treated a deteriorating ballasted level crossing on a 100 mph mainline.

Bridport Harbour

Bridport West Bay harbour wall

An urgent project to stabilise a historic harbour wall.

Awards

Recent awards received by Geobear

GE Awards Hero

Ground Engineering Award 2024

Project of the Year

Award for stabilisation works on the A323

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CN Specialist Awards 2021

Project of the year £3m+

Shugborough Tunnel Void Filling

Ready to discuss your project?

Get in touch with our expert team today and discover how Geobear can extend the life of your critical infrastructure assets.

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