Nicol of Skene's Trackway Division Protects Union Terrace Gardens for RAF Chinook

We recently launched our Trackway Division and have already seen strong demand and great results. During Aberdeen’s Tall Ships weekend, our mats provided safe ground for the RAF Chinook at Union Terrace Gardens as part of the Armed Forces Show — a proud moment for the team.
Nicol of Skene's Trackway Division Protects Union Terrace Gardens for RAF Chinook
Published on
July 28, 2025

Since launching our new Trackway Division just a few months ago, we've experienced remarkable activity and received overwhelmingly positive feedback. The demand for our trackway solutions has been excellent, and our team has quickly excelled in delivering for clients.

We were particularly pleased to see our trackway mats prominently featured in central Aberdeen last weekend. Amidst the excitement around the Port of Aberdeen for the Tall Ships, the Armed Forces hosted a military show in Union Terrace Gardens. The Armed Forces Aberdeen Town Show drew significant crowds, with the Royal Air Force's (RAF) Boeing CH-47 Chinook helicopter proving to be a major attraction. We're proud that our trackway mats provided essential ground protection for this impressive aircraft, ensuring a safe and stable surface for its presence in the heart of the city.

We extend a sincere thank you to our strategic partner, GroundGuards. Their support was crucial in making this division operational. Their expertise and collaborative spirit have been vital in helping us meet the high standards our clients expect from the outset.

Through this partnership, Nicol of Skene and GroundGuards have combined our respective expertise to deliver advanced ground protection solutions. This ensures safer, more efficient, and more sustainable projects across various industries. The collaboration integrates GroundGuards' cutting-edge products with Nicol of Skene's extensive experience in civil engineering and groundwork, enhancing both safety and operational efficiency on-site.

Projects like the recent Armed Forces Show in Union Terrace Gardens effectively demonstrate the strength of our partnership with GroundGuards. By uniting their reliable trackway solutions with our civil engineering expertise, our teams work seamlessly. This collaboration strengthens our capability to protect surfaces, minimise damage, prevent costly delays, and deliver exceptional value to our customers.

Our journey with the Trackway Division has started with considerable momentum. We eagerly anticipate continued growth, strengthening our valuable partnerships, and undertaking many more successful projects utilising our trackway mats and temporary access solutions.

Should you require trackway solutions for construction access, event matting, protecting delicate surfaces for heavy machinery, or any other temporary access need, please do not hesitate to contact us for a quote. We are committed to protecting your ground and providing seamless temporary access.

Contact us: Email: Enquiries@nicolofskene.com Phone: 01224 744473

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