Tarmac opens new asphalt plant in

Tarmac has opened a £6.6 million (€9 million) asphalt plant in County Hertfordshire, England. The facility in Radlett replaces an ageing 1960s operation. Tarmac said the plant is more efficient, has greater capacity and can produce a wider range of products. The plant employs 35 staff, and the investment is part of the company's strategy to expand its reach into the south of England.

September 25, 2015 Read time: 1 min

868 Tarmac has opened a £6.6 million (€9 million) asphalt plant in County Hertfordshire, England.

The facility in Radlett replaces an ageing 1960s operation.

Tarmac said the plant is more efficient, has greater capacity and can produce a wider range of products.

The plant employs 35 staff, and the investment is part of the company's strategy to expand its reach into the south of England.

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