Jackson wins race for £22m East Sussex bridge

The agency beat-off competitors from rivals Costain and Volker and was confirmed predominant contractor by East Sussex County Council this work.

Jackson will now finalise a development timetable with the council and predominant works are anticipated to begin later this yr.

Cllr Claire Dowling mentioned: “With the bridge sitting in the midst of the South Downs Nationwide Park, it was vital to convey on board an skilled contractor who can perform the work sensitively, and I’m delighted with the appointment of Jackson Civil Engineering Group.

“The appointment means we are able to transfer ahead to development of the bridge, which has been a few years within the planning.”

The present one-lane bridge, which is ageing and requires intensive repairs, has been a pinch level on the important thing coastal route between Seaford and Eastbourne for a few years.

The brand new two-lane bridge will assist ease congestion and scale back journey occasions, and the improved footways will improve accessibility for guests to the realm.