The UK is criss-crossed by many rivers that host a wide variety of flora and fauna. Between their constant use by vessel users and their importance to natural ecosystems, keeping them in good condition is a priority. The role of river management and river maintenance is therefore vital in England and Wales, and Scotland and Northern Ireland. Consequently, river contractors like The Rothen Group (TRG) carry out maintenance programmes to control canals and rivers and manage fl

In the UK, the responsibility for maintaining rivers falls to the owner. An individual can own a stretch of river if it runs on or...

More brownfield sites than ever are being developed in the UK. Given that these sites are ex-industrial they often have waterways...

The canal towpath is the road or path which runs alongside an inland waterway, such as a canal or river, and they were traditionally used by horses and gangs of men to pull barges. Today, the towpaths are rarely used for towing, but they are still enjoyed by many recreational walkers and cyclists, as they provide a safe space away from road traffic. Towpaths throughout the UK have a fascinating history and there are many organisations, such as The Rothen Group, that are comm

Canals first became an important part of UK waterways more than 200 years ago, when they were replied upon to transport goods around the country. Although the freight traffic has decreased significantly since canals were first built, they are still enjoyed by many recreational users both on and off the water. However, to ensure canals are operating efficiently, regular canal maintenance is required, and the following list contains 10 key interesting UK waterway maintenance fa

In the UK, the responsibility for maintaining rivers falls to the owner. An individual can own a stretch of river if it runs on or underneath their land. If a river overlaps the boundary of a property, the land owner may be responsible for that too. For a lot of public rivers, it is The Canal & River Trust and the Environment Agency that have the responsibility for their maintenance. River maintenance is necessary in order to manage flood risks, working with local authori

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The maintenance of the canal system and other inland waterways, including lakes, rivers and attenuation ponds, require effective aquatic weed control. Without cut reeds or weeds being managed, excessive growth can lead to these waterways not running as effectively. Consequently, reed bed maintenance and weed clearance are vital to ensuring a functional waterway system. Because of this, organisations like The Rothen Group (TRG) are tasked with removing weed and reeds as it g

With an increase in extreme weather changes due to global warming, protecting canal banks from the impact of this is crucial. Marine...

What is Marine Piling? Marine piling, often referred to as aqua piling, relates to the installation of a solid beam into the floor of a...

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Our previous blogs have covered various forms of marine construction, including dredging and weed control . This blog will expand on...

A canal dredging definition is simple – it involves the removal of sediment from the bottom of a body of water. By removing these items from the canal via dredging operations boats can more easily navigate the UK’s waterways. Additionally, removing materials like built-up sediment, mud, rubbish and other debris can improve water quality. As a result, plant and animal ecosystems in the canals can more easily flourish. In a nutshell, this is why canal dredging is important – i

There are many types of sheet pile driving equipment, and there are many sheet pile driving methods. In fact, we have previously looked...

A Dredge Definition What is dredging ? Simply put, it is clearing a body of water free of mud, silt, weeds or debris via scooping or dragging. But it can be complicated, especially when carried out on difficult canals or other unstable terrain that can present obstacles and barriers for novice personnel. This is why private and public waterway owners turn to marine engineering specialists for help with this activity. Whether used for river dredging or maintenance dredging , t

With over 2,000 miles of canals and rivers in the UK , as well as marinas, lakes, ponds, reservoirs, wetlands and thousands of miles of coastline in need of careful management, keeping these waterways well maintained and clear of debris can be a constant challenge. A lack of proper care when it comes to such areas can lead to poor water quality and blockages, which in turn can result in biodiversity issues and boat users becoming stuck or stranded. Prioritising regular marin

Our previous blogs have covered various forms of marine construction, including dredging and weed control. This article will expand on...

At The Rothen Group we pride ourselves on our capability to protect and preserve the British waterways. Following our blogs on preserving rivers and canals through weed control and marine piling , this piece will focus on dredging . We will walk you through the need-to-knows of dredging and the machinery used. From here we’ll go on to outline the benefits of dredging for the maintenance and preservation of canals and rivers across the UK. Dredging meaning The dredge definit

Water vole habitat Proposed piling works had ceased due to the presence of water voles on the bank to be impacted and a lack of habitat...

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