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Catesby tunnel project

Catesby tunnel

Location: Northampton

Works: 2.7km underground test facility for aerodynamics and vehicle performance

Contract Value: £10m

Architect: GSS Architecture

Award: Royal Automobile Club Simms Medal

Project summary

Our team of structural engineers in Northampton was appointed to assist with the civil and structural design of a state-of-the-art test facility for aerodynamics and vehicle performance, located in the heart of the UK.

The project featured the construction of a new portal frame building, as well as the design of a specialised test track within the tunnel, engineered to meet the precise requirements of high-performance vehicle testing. Our structural engineering expertise ensured the creation of a robust and efficient facility, contributing to the advancement of cutting-edge automotive research and development.