Temporary relocation of a historic pumping station
Small in size, but significant in heritage value. The nationally listed pumping station De Neust in the Dutch village Tricht had to be temporarily relocated to ensure its long-term preservation. The 96-year-old building made way for the replacement of two ageing pumping stations with a single modern and efficient facility.
Preserving a historic landmark during a pumping station renewal
Waterschap Rivierenland renewed the pumping stations to improve water management and help keep Tricht, the Mariënwaerdt Estate, Beusichem and Zoelmond protected from flooding. Built in the distinctive Amsterdam School architectural style, De Neust was one of the first electrically powered pumping stations in the Netherlands and remains an important piece of Dutch industrial heritage.
Bresser temporarily relocated the historic structure, creating the space required for construction of the new pumping station. After completion of the works in 2022, the building was carefully returned to its original position.
Visitors to Mariënwaerdt Estate can once again admire this unique landmark and see for themselves how the Betuwe region continues to be protected from high water levels.
A special relocation project carried out on behalf of Pannekoek GWW.
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