Costain Appoints New Road Sector Director Amid Highways Framework Wins

What's Happening?

Costain has appointed Andy Denman as its new road sector director, focusing on delivering complex transport schemes and maintenance services across the UK network. Denman, who previously held senior roles at Amey, Ringway Jacobs, Skanska, and Atkins, will lead Costain's strategy for growth in road renewals and major highways schemes, particularly with public sector clients. He will oversee work under National Highways' Specialist Professional and Technical Services Framework (SPaTS3), which covers the Roads Investment Strategy 3 period from 2026 to 2031. Costain was named to the SPaTS3 framework in June and is already working on the M60 Simister Island Interchange upgrade.

Why It's Important?

Denman's appointment is significant as it supports Costain's growth in the nationally-critical roads sector. His leadership is expected to drive innovation, efficiency, and safety across a diverse portfolio of road infrastructure work. This move aligns with Costain's strategy of delivering engineering-led services to customers in strong markets, which is crucial for maintaining and expanding the UK's transport infrastructure. The inclusion in the SPaTS3 framework positions Costain to play a key role in the Roads Investment Strategy, impacting public sector clients and potentially influencing future transport policies and investments.

What's Next?

Denman plans to focus on partnering with clients and the supply chain to enhance innovation and efficiency in road infrastructure projects. As Costain continues to work on the M60 Simister Island Interchange upgrade, further collaborations and projects under the SPaTS3 framework are expected. This could lead to more opportunities for Costain to expand its influence in the transport sector, potentially affecting future infrastructure developments and public sector partnerships.