Aviation, Rail, & Highways Industry

AmmLee Group brings over 20 years of specialist experience in hydrodemolition and hydroblasting – high-pressure water jetting – to complex environments across the UK, Ireland, and Southern Africa. Our teams are experienced in working within live, safety-critical transport infrastructure including airports, railway systems, and highways.

Our water-based methods offer a non-percussive, environmentally responsible alternative for concrete removal, surface preparation, and industrial cleaning. With no chemicals used, our approach supports safe, sustainable maintenance across the transport sector.

Hydrodemolition removes damaged or deteriorated concrete from bridges, taxiways, and runways without disturbing surrounding structures. The method retains embedded rebar, avoids microfracturing, and leaves a rough surface ideal for bonding overlays or new concrete.

Whether it’s a motorway bridge, airport apron, or elevated rail deck, our robotic and hand-lance systems deliver precise concrete removal with low noise, no vibration, and minimal dust – making them suitable for use around sensitive infrastructure and during limited closures.

Transport structures like bridges, overpasses, and elevated platforms rely on sound expansion joints and bearing plinths. When these elements deteriorate, hydrodemolition allows targeted removal around them without harming surrounding concrete or reinforcement.

By breaking out only the affected areas, water jetting helps reduce repair time, limit structural risk, and prepare surfaces cleanly for reinstatement – particularly important on older infrastructure where protective margins are tight.

High-pressure hydroblasting is an effective way to clean concrete and metal surfaces across railway tunnels, station platforms, and airport service areas. It removes oil, dirt, mould, and environmental residue without abrasion, supporting safe and presentable public spaces.



The method is low-disruption, chemical-free, and suitable for confined areas with limited ventilation. Surfaces are left clean, dry, and ready for repainting, inspection, or recoating without the mess of traditional grit blasting.

On roadways, airfields, and station platforms, line marking changes are a routine part of upgrades and reconfigurations. Line marking removal removes paint, thermoplastic, and epoxy markings from tarmac and concrete without damaging the underlying surface.



This controlled, water-only method avoids scorched pavement or uneven profiles, making it ideal for reapplication of safety-critical markings. It also supports rapid turnaround during night works or scheduled closures.

We offer a full suite of precision cutting services including wall sawing, floor sawing, diamond wire sawing, and core drilling for transport infrastructure works. These methods are used for forming openings, creating service ducts, and removing sections of reinforced concrete with accuracy and control.

From motorway barrier modifications to railway station upgrades, our team delivers clean, dust-controlled cuts without the need for percussive tools, helping reduce disruption in operational environments.

Over time, sediment, silt, and debris can accumulate in transport drainage systems, tunnel sumps, and stormwater channels. Hydroblasting clears these blockages quickly and safely, restoring function and helping prevent localised flooding.

It's well suited to airport infrastructure, rail tunnels, and motorway culverts where access is limited and downtime must be kept to a minimum. With no chemicals or mechanical scraping involved, it’s a cleaner, safer option for maintaining critical underground systems.

Hydrodemolition and hydroblasting play a key role in maintaining concrete underpasses, culverts, and retaining walls that support transport corridors. These structures are often exposed to water ingress, freeze–thaw cycles, or de-icing chemicals that cause localised spalling, delamination, or corrosion.

Our water jetting systems remove deteriorated concrete without damaging structural elements or reinforcement. This approach supports long-term asset integrity and allows repairs to be carried out with minimal disruption to road or rail operations above. With no vibration or dust, it’s also suited to urban locations or environmentally sensitive areas.

AmmLee Group brings over 20 years of hydrodemolition and hydroblasting expertise to a wide range of industries. Our adaptable methods deliver safe, precise results in complex environments – from confined spaces to remote or high-risk sites – with minimal disruption and no chemical impact.

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