15 January 2025
Civil engineering has been at the core of the cities and countries across the world for centuries.
There are numerous notable projects for various sectors, such as stadia and leisure.
Here’s what you need to know about the civil engineering involved in the construction of the Emirates Stadium.
YEAR/ 2008
DURATION/ 3 years
COST/ £390m (£518m today)
LOCATION/ London, United Kingdom
Arsenal Football Club needed a new stadium as capacity at its previous ground - home since 1913 - had been reduced from 57,000 to less than 40,000 after refurbishment work to install seating.
This lower capacity, combined with higher ticket prices brought in to service existing debts, had led to lower attendances at matches.
The club needed to attract a growing fanbase to compete financially with the biggest teams in England.
Economy boosted: Local businesses won £2.2m of supply and construction contracts, and jobs were created
Solved the problem: Build a bigger stadium for Arsenal FC
Used engineering skill: Construct a stadium in a built-up area of London
The structure is the third-largest stadium in England after Wembley and Manchester United’s Old Trafford.
Our expert teams have gained extensive experience in the design and detailing of civil engineering works, including developing infrastructure solutions such as highways and drainage, devising coastal erosion measures, assessing flood risk and developing flood defence strategies.
They are expert in all common below ground structures, foundations, retaining walls, drainage, pipelines, earthworks, deep excavations and shafts, in complex ground conditions
and on heavily constrained sites.
Our experts support a multitude of clients across numerous sectors, including providing design support to private homeowners and global development companies, contracting organisations and public sector bodies.
To learn more about our civil engineering services, please visit:
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