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RNLI Hovercraft Station Morecambe
The RNLI Hovercraft Station accommodates the D-Class boat, shop and facilities for the crew.
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Project Overview
The RNLI Hovercraft Station built upon the sea bed at Morecambe Bay accommodates the D-Class boat, vital rescue equipment, a retail souvenir outlet, changing facilities and showers for the Crew.
The building comprises of RC raft-box foundations with a substantial retaining wall that extends towards a new external hardstanding. The drainage is enclosed in concrete below the floor slab with linking reinforcement. The superstructure is a double curved tubular steel frame design with bespoke-cut stonework and a mechanically zipped aluminium standing-seam roof.
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The Challenge
With its proximity to the coast, the raft was at risk of flooding.
Our Solution
Curtins designed a substantial retaining wall that extends towards a new external hardstanding.
What The Client Said
“The hovercraft station has made a vast difference to the conditions the crew operate in. Launch times for the hovercraft are now quicker, and the crew have much improved training, changing and maintenance facilities.”
Awards
Formally recognised by RICS and presented with a Community Benefit Award.
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