HA Civils

13/08/2026

At HA Civils, we believe successful infrastructure projects deliver benefits that extend beyond the physical improvements on site.

The Queensway Tunnel Monument (Old Haymarket) public realm scheme is a great example of how investment in infrastructure can create meaningful social and environmental benefits for local communities.

Delivered in partnership with Liverpool City Region Combined Authority, the project provided valuable opportunities for the next generation of construction professionals through apprenticeship placements and work experience opportunities, helping to develop skills and careers within our industry.

Alongside these social value commitments, sustainability remained a key focus throughout delivery. A significant environmental initiative saw the use of CEVO low carbon concrete, incorporating a 50% cement replacement across 159m³ of concrete. This approach reduced CO₂ emissions by more than 20 tonnes and achieved a 37% carbon reduction compared to traditional concrete methods.

These outcomes demonstrate how infrastructure projects can deliver far more than their primary objectives, creating opportunities for people, supporting local communities, and contributing to a more sustainable future.

As we celebrate the project's shortlisting for Small Project of the Year (Under £10m) at the Highways Magazine Awards 2026, we're equally proud of the positive legacy it has created for Liverpool and its communities.

12/08/2026

Last week, we were pleased to mark the completion of Grace's internship with HA Civils, where she joined us as a Sustainability Assistant to further develop her understanding of environmental, social and governance (ESG) reporting and sustainability within the construction sector.

A Master's student at the University of Liverpool, studying Environmental Assessment & Management, Grace worked closely with our Sustainability Manager on a project focused on collecting, reviewing and structuring ESG data from across our business and supply chain. This included engaging with suppliers, analysing emissions data, and researching emerging industry trends and requirements, with a particular focus on Scope 3 emissions.

During her time with us, Grace also spent time with different departments within the business, including Procurement and Social Value, gaining valuable insight into how sustainability is embedded throughout our operations and supports both business decision-making and client reporting.

We are proud to support students and young professionals as they develop their skills and gain practical experience within the industry. We'd like to thank Grace for her hard work and wish her every success as she continues her studies and future career.

10/08/2026

We're proud to have helped deliver a brand new bus stop installation that is making a real difference to people across the Liverpool City Region.

As part of a collaborative initiative with Liverpool City Region Combined Authority and Bauer Media Outdoor UK, we were proud to provide the groundworks for the bus stop at The Royal School For The Blind.

The project involved removing existing paving, installing new kerbs and ducting, and resurfacing the footways to create smoother, more accessible environments around the new bus stop.

For pupils at The Royal School for the Blind, the installation provides a safe and familiar setting to build confidence and independence when using public transport.

This project is a fantastic example of how collaboration and social value commitments can create meaningful benefits for local communities.

A huge thank you to everyone involved in bringing this initiative to life.

04/08/2026

31/07/2026

We're proud that the Queensway Monument project has been shortlisted for Small Project of the Year (Under £10m) at the prestigious Highways Magazine Awards 2026.

Delivered in partnership with Liverpool City Region Combined Authority and key stakeholders, the £1.3m scheme transformed the public realm around one of Liverpool's most iconic landmarks and busiest gateways to the city centre.

Working within a live city-centre environment adjacent to the operational Queensway Tunnel, the project improved accessibility, pedestrian safety, connectivity and the overall visitor experience, while preserving the area's rich heritage.

The scheme also delivered significant social value through apprenticeship opportunities, work experience placements, community investment and more than 200 volunteer hours supporting local initiatives.

A huge thank you to our project team, supply chain partners and stakeholders whose collaboration made this achievement possible. We look forward to celebrating with everyone involved at the awards ceremony in September.

22/07/2026

We’re proud to share that we’ve been shortlisted for four awards at the Highways Magazine Awards 2026!

Our nominations recognise excellence across innovation, safety, project delivery and people development:

• Worker and Site Safety Initiative Award – Harm Avoidance

• Product of the Year – HALO FibrePave

• Apprentice of the Year – Harry Colleran - Huyton Asphalt Ltd

• Small Project of the Year (Under £10m) – Merseytravel Old Haymarket Public Realm Works

These shortlistings reflect the dedication of our teams and partners in delivering safer, more sustainable and high-quality solutions that make a positive difference to the communities we serve.

We’re looking forward to celebrating alongside the organisations and individuals driving excellence across the highways sector.

20/07/2026

13/07/2026

Last week, we were delighted to welcome Delilah from St Hilda’s Sixth Form and Maddie from Sacred Heart Catholic Academy, who joined us on work experience to gain an insight into life at HA Civils & Huyton Asphalt Ltd.

During their time with us, they spent the week both in and out of the office, gaining experience across a variety of departments within both businesses. This included spending time with our Estimating, Finance, Marketing, Social Value and Logistics and Transport Teams, as well as seeing first-hand how our operational and site teams contribute to project delivery across the region.

It was fantastic to see their enthusiasm, confidence and willingness to get involved in every aspect of the business. It’s especially encouraging to see more young women exploring opportunities within the construction, highways and civil engineering sectors, helping to inspire the next generation of talent within our industry.

We’re proud to support young people as they consider their future career paths and look forward to continuing to offer valuable work experience opportunities across the business.

09/07/2026

Continuing our Net Zero Week spotlight series, we're showcasing Blackburne Place, an award-winning scheme demonstrating how innovation, collaboration and a whole-life approach to project delivery can significantly reduce carbon while enhancing urban infrastructure.

Delivered in partnership with Liverpool City Council and The Liverpool Live Labs Team, the project won CIHT North West Project of the Year 2025 and delivered vital improvements that preserve the area's unique character while creating a better experience for pedestrians, cyclists, public transport users and motorists.

A key contributor to the scheme's success was the use of HALOBIO FastPave, an industry-first single-layer asphalt solution developed in collaboration with Tarmac. Replacing traditional two-layer surfacing, FastPave reduces material consumption, waste, construction time and associated emissions.

Incorporating biogenic binder content, the material not only has a lower production carbon footprint but also helps sequester carbon, while containing 21% recycled content to support circular economy principles.

The project achieved a 49% reduction in carbon emissions, validated using the Liverpool Live Lab calculation methodology.

Alongside material innovation, several construction-led interventions helped drive further savings. The use of HVO fuel, reduced planing requirements and more efficient logistics all contributed to lowering emissions. Reduced planing alone saved 1.1 tonnes of CO₂e and eliminated the need for nine truck movements, while the use of Tarmac's walking-floor wagons halved delivery requirements, saving a further 838kgCO₂e.

Our growing electric fleet also played an important role in reducing emissions during delivery.

Together, these innovations demonstrate how decarbonisation can be embedded throughout every stage of project delivery, helping create more sustainable, resilient and people-focused highways infrastructure for the future.