Case Study: Ground Protection for MOD Telecom Mast – Dunkirk, England
A specialist contractor working on behalf of the Ministry of Defence required ground protection for the installation of a telecom mast at a site near Dunkirk, England. The project involved crane operations on soft ground, requiring robust outrigger pads and trackway to allow safe access and lifting operations.
The Challenge
MOD sites present unique requirements:
- Ground conditions were variable and partially waterlogged
- The crane required stable outrigger positions to achieve the necessary lift capacity safely
- Minimal disturbance to the surrounding area was a contractual requirement
- Security and access constraints meant planning had to be precise
Our Solution
GT Trax supplied a combination of PowerTrax 60 panels for the access route and crane standing area, along with specialist outrigger pads to provide the stable crane positions required.
Our team worked with the site manager to plan the layout prior to delivery, ensuring the panels were placed in the optimal configuration for the lift. Installation was completed ahead of the crane's arrival, allowing the works to proceed without delay.
The Result
The crane operations were completed safely and efficiently, with the telecom mast installed successfully. Ground disturbance was minimal, and the access trackway was uplifted cleanly on completion of the works.
This project demonstrates GT Trax's capability to support technically demanding lifting operations in sensitive environments — from MOD sites to heritage locations and beyond.
Products Used
- PowerTrax 60 (SignaRoad) — heavy-duty aluminium trackway panels for crane access routes and standing areas
- Crane outrigger pads — stable lifting platform foundations for safe crane operations on soft ground
Why GT Trax Was Chosen
The GT Trax team was selected for this project because of our proven track record in supporting MOD and defence-sector operations, our ability to deliver and install within tight security and access constraints, and our commitment to protecting sensitive ground conditions. We worked closely with the site management team throughout to ensure the lift layout and trackway configuration met all operational requirements.
Contact our team to discuss crane support and outrigger pad requirements.