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Largest abnormal movement in the history of welsh roads
On January 13th the first abnormal load began its journey through Newport Docks. The trailer used to transport the load is measured approximately 6.7 metres wide and 78 metres long, and will have 28 axles.
The extraordinary convoy consisted of a transformer, a turbine and a generator and was delivered from Newport Docks to Hirwaun power station over three weekends.
These loads are the heaviest ever in Wales, with individual vehicle weights of up to 588 tonnes. The abnormal load movements took place overnight.
Closures of the A449, A40 and A465 carriageways were requiredand at times there will be rolling road blocks on the abnormal load route. With the vehicle transporting the abnormal load travelling between 5-15mph.
Richard Jones, SWTRA’s Head of Service, added: “We’re delighted to be able to facilitate this movement on our trunk road network. A lot of hard work has taken between us and key partners to ensure this was achieved with the least amount of disruption possible to the network’s infrastructure and the people who use it.”
Quantum traffic management on behalf of our client Mar-train Heavy Haulage Ltd submitted the required applications and delivered various traffic management setups as part of a collaborative effort, to ensure the safe transporttation of the equipment whilst minimizing disruption to the public
