Nicol of Skene supplies and installs premium ground protection mats for use across a wide range of groundworks, civil engineering, and infrastructure projects across mainland Scotland and the Islands.
Designed for durability and safety, our trackway systems create reliable access routes, working platforms, and ground protection—even in the most challenging environments.
From temporary site access and compound set-ups to surface protection, our mats are built to perform.
If you need to create a temporary access road or protect sensitive ground in your project, our trackway mats offer reliable, practical solutions:
Temporary access roads and haul routes
Working platforms for cranes, dumpers and diggers
Protection for grass, tarmac, or sensitive terrain
Available for short-term or long-term hire
Access over boggy, swampy or waterlogged ground
Events and renewable energy projects
If you need to create a temporary access road or protect sensitive ground in your project, our trackway mats offer reliable, practical solutions:
Temporary access roads and haul routes
Working platforms for cranes, dumpers and diggers
Protection for grass, tarmac, or sensitive terrain
Available for short-term or long-term hire
Access over boggy, swampy or waterlogged ground
Events and renewable energy projects
From remote Highland terrain to busy construction hubs across the UK, our heavy-duty trackway mats are built to perform. Designed to support rapid deployment and reliable access even in the most challenging environments, Nicol of Skene’s ground protection solutions help you maintain safe, stable worksites—no matter the location.
With depots in Aberdeen and Inverness, our team responds quickly to projects across Scotland and beyond, covering the Highlands, Islands, and further afield. Wherever your project takes you, we bring the strength, speed, and support to match.
We’re proud to offer a matting solution that combines strength, flexibility, and innovation.
Designed in partnership with GroundGuards, our XtremeMats are trusted by leading construction, utility, and infrastructure contractors.
Ultra-Tough Build: Manufactured using HDPE plastic with a foam core for strength and buoyancy.
Heavy-Duty Capacity: Withstands extreme loads for plant and machinery.
Overlapping Flange Joints: Increased ground stability and alignment on soft, uneven terrain.
Fast Setup: 6-bolt self-aligning connection system for efficient installs.
Environmentally Conscious: Fully recyclable materials and reduced ground disturbance.
HDPE Plastic, fully recyclable
4.34m x 2.29m x 100mm
8.46m²
385kg
Supports up to 120 Ton of distributed load
6 self-aligning bolts
-34°C to +49°C
Yes
40 mats per 40’ ISO container
Nicol’s trackway mats are an environmentally responsible solution — fully recyclable, no imported materials required, and zero disposal waste. Reduce ground disturbance and environmental impact on every project.
Our mats are available for both supply and installation, with full delivery and collection service available.
You’ll benefit from:
Expert planning and installation support
Swift delivery and flexible hire terms
A trusted, safety-first team on-site
Support from a company with over 45 years in civil engineering and groundworks.
With Nicol of Skene, you’re not just getting access to the most advanced trackway systems – you’re partnering with a team that puts performance and safety first.
Need trackway mats for your next project?
Trackway mats are temporary ground protection panels used to create access roads, working platforms, or stable surfaces on construction and infrastructure sites.
They’re designed to support heavy machinery and foot traffic while preventing ground damage and maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
Trackway mats are used to protect soft or sensitive ground and to provide safe access for vehicles, plant, and people.
Common uses include temporary roads, compound setups, crane pads, and working areas on uneven or boggy terrain.
Yes — with depots in Aberdeen and Inverness, we supply and install trackway mats across mainland Scotland and the Islands. Our team covers remote, rural, and hard-to-access sites quickly and efficiently.
Our mats support loads of up to 120 Ton of distributed weight (600 psi - 40kg/cm²), making them suitable for heavy-duty plant, trucks, and construction vehicles.
They perform reliably on unstable or uneven ground.
Yes. Trackway mats are made from recyclable HDPE plastic and reduce the need for stone roads or excessive excavation.
This lowers emissions and helps protect the ground underneath.
Trackway mats work well on grass, soil, gravel, boggy ground, and waterlogged terrain.
Their interlocking flange system creates a stable, aligned surface, even on uneven sites.
Yes. Nicol of Skene provides full-service trackway mat hire, including delivery, professional installation, and collection.
Our experienced team ensures safe and efficient setup on-site.
You can contact us directly via phone, email, or the contact form on our website.
Our team will help assess your project requirements and provide a tailored hire package.
Our expert team is always ready to assist.