Since its opening in February 2024, Herring Bridge in Great Yarmouth has been widely recognised for its transformative impact and its seamless blend of innovative design, structural excellence and environmental sensitivity. It has been highly praised by professionals from across the industry, winning multiple awards and accolades for its contribution to the built environment and commitment to sustainable urban development.
The awards are a testament to the exceptional level of application and achievement demonstrated by the project team, including Norfolk County Council, BAM UK & Ireland, Farrans Construction, ROD and H&H.
New Civil Engineer Bridges Awards 2024
The striking, twin-leaf bascule bridge was triumphant at the New Civil Engineer Bridges Awards 2024, which took place at the Leonardo Royal Hotel London St Paul’s on 18 July. Winner of the coveted Road Bridge Project of the Year Award, it was described by the judging panel as an "impressive scheme" that succeeded in "enhancing community wellbeing and resilience, while blending seamlessly with the landscape and incorporating innovative construction methods."
Highways Awards 2024
Herring Bridge had the double honour of winning both the Major Project Award and Special Merit Award at the Highways Awards 2024, which took place at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge in London on 24 September. Speaking after the win, Councillor Graham Plant Cabinet Member for Highways, Infrastructure and Transport said: “We are already seeing how the bridge is transforming travel around the town and to see it recognised with multiple national awards is fantastic recognition for all of the team who have worked tirelessly to make it happen.”
Construction Employers Federation Awards 2024
The project continued its winning streak in October, winning the Great Britain and Republic of Ireland Construction Project of the Year above £100m Award at the 25th Construction Employers Federation (CEF) Excellence Awards, which took place at the Crowne Plaza, Belfast, on 3 October.
British Construction Industry Awards 2024
The project faced tough competition at the British Construction Industry Awards 2024, with the shortlist for the Transport Project of the Year Award featuring several impressive schemes, including Barking Riverside Overground Station, Barking Riverside Pier, Halifax Bus Station Redevelopment, HS2 Chiltern Tunnel, London Gatwick Rapid Exit Taxiway, and University Station Redevelopment.
While the main award went to the Halifax Bus Station Redevelopment, Herring Bridge secured a highly commended certificate, much to the delight of the project team members present at the awards dinner, which was held at the JW Marriott Grosvenor House Hotel, London, on 9 October. The judges said: “This project didn’t just deliver a landmark structure; we were very impressed by the focus on social value, apprenticeships and engagement with young people as well as providing local employment.”