Road treatment brings long-term benefits to Norfolk
Norfolk County Council, in partnership with Roadtechs Group, has successfully completed a record-breaking road rejuvenation project on the A1066 near Thetford - delivering long-term benefits for local communities, businesses, and the environment.
In just under five hours, over 9km of the A1066 was treated with Reclamite, a sustainable asphalt rejuvenator that extends the life of road surfaces and helps prevent potholes. This marks the largest area of highway ever to be treated with Reclamite in a single shift in the UK.
The A1066 is a vital route connecting Thetford and Diss, serving local residents, businesses, and the Shadwell Estate. By completing the work in one shift under a full road closure, the Council significantly reduced disruption for road users—reopening the road before the evening rush hour.
This treatment is designed to extend the life of the surface to prevent it needing full resurfacing at a cost of £3.7 million and taking up to 11 weeks to complete. Instead, this innovative approach has saved time, money, and carbon—producing just 2.31 tonnes of CO₂e compared to 508 tonnes for a traditional resurfacing project.
Cllr Graham Plant, cabinet member for highways, infrastructure and transport said; "We've been using Reclamite for several years to keep our roads in good condition, and this latest project shows just how effective and efficient it can be. By treating more surface area in a single shift, we've delivered best value for Norfolk's residents—minimising disruption, reducing carbon emissions, and extending the life of our roads."
Adam Lilley, General Manager at Roadtechs Group, added; "This is the biggest area of highway we've ever treated in a single shift. We're proud to support Norfolk County Council in delivering sustainable, high-performance road maintenance. We appreciate the patience of local road users and the respect shown to our crews."
This project is part of Norfolk County Council's ongoing commitment to maintaining high-quality infrastructure while reducing environmental impact and delivering value for money. This was part of a bigger programme that delivered 10 other sites from across the county during June and July this year.
