Knights Brown was appointed to complete the works which comprise the widening and cleaning of a brook along the boundary of the AWE secure campus, together with the construction of new bridges and an attenuation pond, to provide enhanced flood protection from the Burghfield Brook.

AWE provides a crucial role in the UK’s national defence. It is also a centre of scientific and technological excellence with some of the most advanced research, design and production facilities in the world.

As what AWE does is of great national importance, it is imperative that we comply with their approach, which is highly regulated and applies a high level of security to all aspects of its operations, including to all access and clearance requests.

AWE’s reputation and public confidence in its operations depend on achieving excellence in health, safety, security, environment and quality. In contracting with them we must prove we meet these requirements by obtaining all relevant authorisations and permits to work in accordance with their standard operating procedures.