HS2 project marks completion of first viaduct in Northamptonshire

New 420m long structure carries railway over River Tove

The HS2 project has marked a major milestone with the completion of its first viaduct in Northamptonshire.

The 420m long structure carries the railway over the River Tove and is one of 10 viaducts being built on the HS2 route between London and Birmingham.

It was built using 1,500 pre-cast concrete segments, each weighing up to 140 tonnes, and was constructed using a technique called incremental launching.

Viaduct is a key part of HS2's environmental strategy

The viaduct is a key part of HS2's environmental strategy, as it will help to reduce the impact of the railway on the surrounding area.

It is also designed to be sympathetic to the local landscape, with the use of natural materials and planting to blend in with the surrounding environment.

HS2 is on track to deliver significant benefits to the UK

HS2 is a major infrastructure project that will deliver significant benefits to the UK, including faster journey times, increased capacity, and improved connectivity.

The project is also expected to create thousands of jobs and boost the economy.

The completion of the first viaduct in Northamptonshire is a major milestone for the project and brings HS2 one step closer to completion.