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OUR VISION

The Rothen Group's Vision

Through unparalleled knowledge, expertise and innovation, we will help to protect and enable the sustainability and productivity of England’s waterway network for all future generations to enjoy.

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OUR VALUES

The Rothen Group's Values

Loyalty

We’re a family business, and everyone who works with or for us are part of it. We are friendly and informal, going above and beyond to ensure our people and clients feel supported and included.

Expertise

The knowledge and experience that we possess at The Rothen Group is unparalleled throughout the industry, and we are incredibly proud to be so renowned and called on for our expertise. It is this that drives our ability to develop and deliver unique and innovative solutions for our clients and is why we have the UK’s leading water-based plant fleet.

Trust

​We are straightforward, open and honest, and treat people as we would want to be treated. Our responsiveness, flexibility and fairness, this has enabled us to develop trusted relationships with our clients, and maintaining and building on this trust is a priority.

Energy

​We can’t stand still. It’s just not the way we’re wired. We are always looking to the next opportunity, the next innovation, the next improvement, and this mindset is infectious. We’re small enough to be agile and always open to new things. 

 

It makes for a busy environment… and it’s exciting!

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Marina Pier Construction Methods Explained

A marina provides a safe place to moor boats, typically located in a calm stretch of water sheltered from the open lake, river, or sea. But easy access to vessels within the marina is just as important, and that’s where marina piers come in.

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What is the Ecological Importance of Reed Beds?

Visit your local river or shoreline, and you’re almost guaranteed to find a reed bed. These tall verges of grasses and bulrushes often go unnoticed, blending quietly into the landscape. But they’re among the most important features of aquatic ecosystems, acting as biodiversity hotspots, capturing carbon, and protecting riverbanks from erosion.

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Who Built the UK Canals? A History of the British Canal System

Since Roman times, waterways have proved to be vital for transportation, irrigation, and travel, with the networks relied upon throughout the world. Here in the UK, canals have always played an important role in the economy, however it wasn’t until the late eighteenth century that the great age of canal building started when the Bridgewater Canal was constructed.

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What is a Weir? And What is Their Purpose?

Weirs are a common sight along rivers in the UK. They’re used as part of water management, regulating upstream water levels, reducing flood flows, and preserving habitats.

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