The Tupua Horo Nuku project involves the construction of a 4.4 kilometre walking and cycling path along Marine Drive between Ngau Matau (Point Howard) and Eastbourne in the Wellington region. The path will provide a safer route for those walking and cycling in the area, encouraging these active modes of transport which will in turn help reduce congestion and improve health and wellbeing, as well as better connect local communities between the bays. A new seawall is also being built along the corridor which will be the platform for the path and improve the resilience of Marine Drive by providing protection against storms and waves, along with coastal erosion.
Hynds has manufactured the unique seawall units, with each unit measuring three metres long and including high strength 50MPa concrete and galvanised reinforcing. Manufactured at our Palmerston North site, the new seawalls will not only provide protection from surge and waves, but also enable the Marine Drive corridor to respond to the challenge of climate changes and sea level rise, ultimately helping to protect the road and essential services for local communities.
The seawall units have also been designed to allow sea life to thrive with a Reckli liner. The curved surface on the front of the units has an architectural pattern cast into the unit. The design not only looks impressive, but creates a 29mm deep roughened pattern that will help provide a natural habitat for sea life.
The seawall units incorporate a Reckli liner to promote marine life. The curved front face features an architectural pattern that not only enhances the aesthetic appeal but also provides a 29mm-deep, textured surface to encourage natural habitat for sea creatures.
Founded in 1973 by John and Léonie Hynds, the privately owned Hynds Group of Companies is New Zealand's premier product supplier for managing water and water-based waste in the civil and rural infrastructure markets. The group now comprises six business units: metal, concrete and plastic manufacturing; product importation and distribution; and trade supply.
With over 900 employees, Hynds remains proudly family-owned and has built its reputation on customer service and innovation. Hynds Pipe Systems Limited is the largest operating company within the Hynds Group and is split into two operating divisions: Manufacturing and Distribution.
Hynds Concrete Manufacturing operates six factory sites across New Zealand, operating independently audited ISO9001 quality systems. The Christchurch and Auckland pipe manufacturing plants have independent third-party product certification to manufacture pressure and non-pressure precast pipe to AS/NZS 4058:2007. S-Mark Certification is maintained through regular audits by Bureau Veritas NZ.
Hynds operates a distribution network of 35 branches throughout New Zealand, supplying over 40,000 product types for drainage, water main, environmental, industrial process and rural applications. The Hynds’ fleet of 60 delivery trucks ensures reliable stock availability and delivery to all corners of the country.
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