Tunneling

At Doveworth Limited, our core services encompass various sectors of construction. Among these services, tunneling represents one of our most specialized and critical. Tunneling is an essential aspect of modern infrastructure development, facilitating transportation systems such as subways, railways, highways, and utility corridors beneath urban environments and challenging terrains. At Doveworth Limited, we leverage advanced technology and engineering practices to execute complex tunneling projects safely and efficiently. Whether it is through hard rock in the mountains of Albania, or by carefully navigating around London Underground’s extensive Tube system for Cross rail in the UK, Doveworth’s team of tunneling specialists has been able to turn customers’ visionary concepts into reality.

Market leadership

Doveworth Limited has successfully completed numerous high-profile tunneling projects worldwide that showcase our capabilities. We have delivered some 250 miles (400 kilometers) of tunnels for infrastructure projects including city development, rail, airports and roads; water conveyance systems for cities and industrial needs; oil & gas projects; and power projects. In addition, we have delivered 24 water intake structures that transport 55,750 cubic feet (1,579 cubic meters) per second—more than 25 million gallons per minute, as well as project managed or directly procured 31 tunnel boring machines.

Expertise

• Bored tunnels in hard rock or soft ground
• Tunnel boring machines
• Sprayed concrete lining (SCL or NATM)
• Segmental lining
• Drill and blast tunnel excavation
• Cut and cover tunnels
• Shaft sinking in soft ground or rock
• Tunnel refurbishment
• Ground engineering and settlement mitigation

Our tunneling process begins with meticulous design and planning phases where we assess geological conditions, environmental impacts, and project requirements. Utilizing state-of-the-art software tools for modeling and simulations ensures optimal design solutions tailored to specific project needs. We employ various tunneling methods depending on the project scope and geological conditions. Safety is paramount in all our operations. We adhere to stringent safety regulations and implement comprehensive risk management strategies throughout the tunneling process. At Doveworth Limited, we are committed to minimizing the environmental impact of our tunneling projects through sustainable practices. Doveworth Limited continuously invests in innovative technologies that enhance project efficiency. These technologies allow us to monitor ground movements in real-time, ensuring structural integrity throughout the tunneling process.

Doveworth Limited stands at the forefront of the construction industry with a robust focus on tunneling as a vital service offering. Our dedication to innovation, safety, environmental stewardship, and project management excellence positions us as a leader capable of tackling even the most challenging tunneling projects globally.