Tarmac has reinforced its commitment to delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions with the appointment of Kate Rudman as Wind Solutions Director and Will Pearson as Nuclear Commercial Director.
Tackling climate change on our roads
Climate change is having a significant impact on our road network, presenting challenges that require innovative solutions.
Challenges in water management: stormwater, pollution, wastewater and the strain on road infrastructure
At Interchange 25, Tarmac brought together local authorities, materials providers, consultants and contractors to explore how in a changing climate and with increasing urban growth, road infrastructure and stormwater systems must tackle run off to prevent failures, reduce pollution and mitigate environmental impact.
Tarmac launches eMixer Discovery Programme to accelerate construction sector’s shift to zero emissions
Tarmac has announced the launch of its eMixer Discovery Programme, introducing five electric vehicles to its fleet, in a significant step towards a more sustainable construction industry.
Tarmac supports Sellafield in safely managing the UK’s nuclear legacy
Tarmac is supporting Sellafield in delivering its mission to safely manage the UK’s nuclear legacy.
Tarmac announced as LCRIG Sustainability Partner for 2025
Tarmac has been announced as LCRIG’s official Sustainability Partner for 2025, building on a strong and longstanding relationship that has spanned six years. This exciting new chapter will focus on supporting local authorities in driving impactful progress in sustainability across the wider highways sector.
Tarmac strengthens commitment to whole life carbon management with PAS 2080 Certification
Tarmac, the UK’s leading sustainable building materials and construction solutions provider, has received its certification to PAS 2080, the internationally recognised specification for managing whole life carbon in the built environment.
Filling the gaps in pothole repairs
Potholes have become one of the most pressing issues on UK roads, with a record number of repairs being undertaken annually. According to the latest figures from the Annual Local Authority Road Maintenance (ALARM) survey, two million potholes were filled in 2022/23 alone – a 43% increase from the previous year. This surge in pothole repairs highlights the growing pressure local authorities are under to address the deteriorating state of our roads, while also balancing the need for speed and quality in their repairs.
Tarmac and National Highways deliver groundbreaking carbon savings in strategic road network resurfacing trial
A cutting-edge trial on the A64 has delivered the UK’s lowest carbon resurfacing scheme on the strategic road network without using carbon offsetting.
Tarmac, a CRH Company, and National Highways, together with supply chain partners, successfully reduced carbon emissions on the project by 75 per cent compared to a traditional maintenance project of a similar scale, with over 260 tonnes of carbon savings delivered.
Introducing circular construction at Tarmac
As industries worldwide accelerate their efforts to achieve Net Zero, the construction sector has a pivotal role to play in creating a sustainable future. From reducing emissions and conserving natural resources to designing materials for reuse, the opportunity for transformation is vast. At Tarmac, we are leading this charge, reshaping the lifecycle of construction materials through circular economy principles. By embracing innovation and embedding sustainability into our operations, we’re setting new benchmarks for infrastructure that’s built to last – while safeguarding the planet.
