With teamwork tunnelling to the breakthrough.

Tunnel construction is a complex business that depends on many players acting smoothly in concert with each other. In this, the most important parameters for a successful project are speed, meaning economic viability on the one hand and safety, i.e. reducing risk to a minimum on the other. This calls for real teamwork, so that all those involved see the light at the end of the tunnel logically and early on.

Brainware plus Hardware.

Normally, the planning, approval and tendering phase of tunnel projects requires substantially more time than the building of the tunnel itself. Even in this early phase Herrenknecht's experience enables the development period to be kept to a minimum. We try to bring the technical concepts of the client, planners and contracting companies together and thus make a decisive contribution to the achievement of efficient solutions.

Once construction has begun, along with the performance and reliability of our boring machines, the principle of "Full Service Tunnelling" contributes to rapid construction advance. We make up project specific service packages for our customers that may include global spares management, 24-hour maintenance and repair services, and additional services of our associate companies. In principle, we act like a bespoke tailor, so that our customers always get precisely what they require. Not more, but not less, either. In any case, our core team is part of it. Along with the client and the construction company, and sometimes with scientists and universities, the team is formed, using the words of Herrenknecht Teamwork Tunnelling, "for the mutual achievement of often unique projects." At the same time we place great stake on saving resources, protecting the environment and keeping to schedules and budgets.