Materials firm Cemex has been supplying a special grade of concrete for the construction of an important bridge link in the Czech Republic. The specialty concrete mix has been developed for a bridge structure for a new highway section between the towns of Hořice and Sadová.
Designed for durability, the concrete offers increased resistance to frost and road salts, ensuring long-term performance under harsh winter conditions. To minimise thermal stress and streamline logistics, over 1,200m3 of concrete were placed during two coordinated nighttime pours. The operation involved more than 80 truck mixer trips, supported by a continuous supply flow from two plants, using two pumps and timed intervals between loads.
The 10.4km stretch includes four major bridges, with the final bridge now completed.
Finishing works are currently underway, and the project remains on schedule for its planned December 2025 opening. Construction is being led by a consortium of EUROVIA CZ, M Silnice, and Stavby mostů, commissioned by the Czech Road and Motorway Directorate.
