Tunnel infrastructure of the HST 1 network and to act as a catalyst in the development of new technologies and standards that benefit the industry by improving knowledge , sustainability , efficiency , quality and safety in the construction and use of underground space . It is true to say that UK tunnelling is globally recognised and our standards and guidance are regularly adopted by projects around the world .
In recent years , the lack of Tunnel schemes in the UK has seen large numbers of skilled personnel leave for international projects . Now we have the prospect of increasing demands for tunnellers in the UK once again , there is a potential for a shortfall in capacity . One of the
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