GCL Provide Geotechnical Expertise at Trevemper, Newquay

Ground Consultants Limited have recently been involved in a commercial and residential development at Trevemper, Newquay.

The team have undertaken a regime of trial pitting to identify and delineate areas of geotechnically challenging ground, as well as offering advice in relation to off-site disposal and road construction.

The development includes a new petrol filling station, boasting eight pumps and 2 rapid electric charging bays, as well as a food store, residential development and hotel.

Petrol Station

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