Ringway replaces Amey on £1bn Kent highways contract

The Highways Time period Upkeep Contract begins subsequent Might and can be value round £50m a 12 months masking every part from gritting in winter and fixing potholes to sustaining bridges and responding to emergencies 24/7.

Ringway replaces Amey who’ve labored in partnership with KCC to ship highways providers for the final 12 years.

Peter Osborne, KCC’s Cupboard Member for Highways and Transport, mentioned: “An excessive amount of work has gone into ensuring this contract delivers actual worth for Kent’s Council Tax-payers. The contract is designed to be environment friendly, clear, and targeted on offering seen outcomes that Kent’s residents will see.

“I stay up for working with Ringway to ship these enhancements and construct a powerful partnership for the long run.

“My thanks go to Amey and their employees for his or her excellent service to Kent over the previous 12 years. From sustaining our roads to delivering main infrastructure initiatives, their professionalism and dedication to high quality have made an actual distinction. Their assist and experience can be invaluable in guaranteeing a easy handover as their contract involves an finish.”

Mitesh Solanki, Managing Director of Ringway added: “The Ringway crew are excited and are trying ahead to forging a powerful collaborative relationship with the Kent highways crew. Moreover, we’re trying ahead to delivering a safer, dependable and resilient service for the communities that dwell and journey by way of Kent.”

Kyle Clough, Highways and Waste Collections Sector Director at Amey mentioned: “As Amey’s tenure as highways contractor for Kent County Council involves an in depth, we mirror with satisfaction on a 12-year partnership constructed on innovation, collaboration, and group assist.

“Our instant precedence is to proceed delivering a high-quality service to Kent’s residents by way of to the tip of the contract. Alongside this, we’re working carefully with KCC to make sure a easy transition to the brand new contractor, minimising disruption for street customers and the broader group.”