About Aarsleff

Aarsleff Ground Engineering Ltd. is a subsidiary of Per Aasleff A/S, one of Denmark’s leading civil engineering companies. Since entering the UK market in the 1980s, Aarsleff has become one of the leading piling, ground engineering and retaining wall contractors.

As a piling specialist, we design and install timber piles for marine projects and low-loaded structures. Working with us as your piling contractor creates the added benefit of our operational excellence approach, which strives to add value through cost, programme, and emissions savings where possible.

Aarsleff Design and Engineering team

Nationwide Operations

We are proud to deliver our timber piling services to clients nationwide. Our team can handle the most complex projects. Whether you are looking for a temporary structure for a low-loaded structure or a long-lasting foundation for a marine project, we are equipped to work wherever your project is.

Sectors We Cover

Our timber piling solutions are versatile, making them ideal for a variety of industries and applications:

  1. Marine – Timber piles are widely used in marine applications such as jetties, piers, and seawalls. We have experience working on many marine and maritime projects, keeping things afloat.
  2.  Infrastructure – Timber piling plays a critical role in the development of infrastructure with a low or moderate load capacity. Our solutions offer durability and cost-efficiency, making them suitable for environmentally sensitive projects
  3. Commercial – Our timber piling systems cater to the unique requirements of commercial and industrial projects. Our expertise allows us to design solutions that address specific load-bearing and ground condition challenges.

No matter the sector, Aarsleff delivers tailored timber piling solutions to meet the unique demands of every project.

Marine Works

Our Driven Piling Division

Our Driven Piling Division consists of highly skilled engineers, project managers, and field technicians who bring decades of experience and knowledge to every project. Our in-house engineering team works closely with clients to design timber piling solutions that meet specific project requirements. Using advanced geotechnical analysis and design software, our engineers ensure each pile is optimally placed and constructed for maximum performance and safety.

Pile Driving Rigs & Other Equipment

To deliver high-quality service, we invest in the latest piling machinery and equipment. From driving pile rigs and evacuators to impact and hydraulic hammers. We also have access to Europe’s largest fleet of machinery and equipment.

Our state-of-the-art piling rigs are designed to handle a wide range of timber piling projects. From compact mini rigs suitable for tight spaces to heavy-duty rigs for large-scale projects, we have something to overcome any challenge. To read about some of our piling rigs including our Junttan PMx22, click here.

Junttan PMx22 piling rig

Sustainability

Timber piling is one of the most environmentally friendly solutions available, and we are proud to champion its use in today’s construction world. We source our timber piles from certified suppliers who adhere to sustainable forestry practices, ensuring minimal environmental impact. By choosing us as your timber piling contractor, our clients contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Not only does this benefit the environment, but our clients also reduce their carbon footprint to meet their sustainability targets.

As part of our sustainability strategy, we continuously explore new ways to enhance the eco-friendliness of our operations. From adopting fully electric machinery to minimising waste on-site, we strive to set the industry standard for value engineering.

Other Services

Aarsleff is well-recognised for our wide range of services. From piling to retaining walls, we offer other services:

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A leading UK ground engineering specialist, focusing on multi-discipline excellence and value engineering. We design and deliver some of the UK’s largest ground engineering projects.

Our vision is to bring confidence to those constructing the landscape of tomorrow .

1947. Central Jutland, Denmark. Per Aarsleff borrowed 10,000 Danish Kroner from his father’s life insurance, bought an excavator, and founded Northern Europe’s leading contracting company.

Our biggest asset, our team is composed of the leading experts in ground engineering. Working with collaboration and cohesion at the core of our business, we can guarantee a quick and founded answer to all your questions.

We recruit and reward our people based on our ‘Step into the Blue’ company culture, where we embrace the core values of Life and Health, Trust, and Responsibility.

We do everything to ensure our team and yours work safely on our sites. With our core value of Life & Health, we see safety as a cultural pillar.

Our ISO accreditations are an assurance to you that we take governance seriously. Read our policies to discover more.

The projects that keep society running. Bridges, buildings, transit and rail facilities, embankment support, marine and offshore facilities, mines, airports, and water projects.

Keeping things turning. Sewage Treatment Works, Waste Water Treatment Works, Wind Farms and Wind Turbines, Biomass Plants, and Power stations.

Meeting society’s needs. Nursing and care homes, MOD buildings, Schools and Universities, and small or large-sized residential developments.

Staying on the move. Remediation, bridges, and foundation work are integral to keeping the industry running smoothly.

The landscape of the marketplace. Mega-retail sheds, distribution warehouses, University accommodation, and major supermarket and household name units.

Keeping things afloat. Ports and harbours, coastal defences, river embankments and inland waterways.