Work has started on a three month scheme to upgrade gas pipes in The Parade area of The Barbican.
- Project Duration: The gas pipe upgrade work in The Parade area of The Barbican began on January 6 and is expected to be completed by the end of March, barring any engineering challenges.
- Traffic Disruption Timeline: Road closures and multi-way traffic lights will be in place throughout the project period, from January to March, to manage traffic and ensure safety.
- Future-Proofing the Gas Network: The upgrades will not only maintain current gas supply reliability but also prepare the network to transport hydrogen and biomethane, supporting a transition to greener energy solutions.
Wales & West Utilities began the work on January 6 and, barring any engineering difficulties, will be finished by the end of March. It is essential to ensure the gas is kept flowing safely to heat and power local homes and businesses, keeping people safe and warm for generations to come.
Plymouth Barbican Parade Area
Wales & West Utilities has liaised with Plymouth City Council to plan the work, and it has been agreed that traffic management will be in place. This includes road closures and multi-way traffic lights. Closures will be clearly signposted, and motorists are advised to allow sufficient travel time.
Abby Smith of Wales & West Utilities is managing the gas pipe upgrade work and said: “We know that working in areas like this is not ideal, but it really is essential to make sure we keep the gas flowing to homes and businesses in the area, and to make sure the gas network is fit for the future.
“We’ll have a team of gas engineers on site throughout the project to make sure our work is completed as safely and as quickly as possible while keeping disruption to a minimum.
“While most of the gas network is underground and out of sight, it plays a central role in the daily lives of people across the wider area. Whether it’s heating your home, making the family dinner or having a hot bath, we understand how important it is for your gas supply to be safe and reliable and there when you need it.
“This work is essential to keep the gas flowing to local homes and businesses today, and to make sure the gas network is ready to transport hydrogen and biomethane, so we can all play our part in a green future.”
Wales & West Utilities Customer Service Team is available to take calls about the work and can be contacted on freephone 0800 912 2999.
