With over 70 years’ experience, CRL deliver cost-effective refurbishment solutions through a flexible, sustainable, and collaborative approach. By extending the service life of existing structures, we consistently earn repeat business, operating as both a Principal Contractor and a specialist subcontractor.
Our work spans a wide range of asset maintenance sectors, including marine jetties, bridges, residential tower blocks, water storage reservoirs, power stations, and wind farms. We offer a fully integrated service, from initial condition surveys through to refurbishment delivery and ongoing asset management, ensuring continuity, quality, and long-term value at every stage.
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Founded in 1955 by Ernest Mark and Albert Hill, CRL began as a specialist waterproofing contractor, addressing wartime bomb damage across London. Over the following 15 years, the business evolved rapidly, building a strong reputation as an industry-leading specialist in concrete repair and refurbishment. By 1970, the maintenance and rehabilitation of concrete infrastructure had become CRL’s core focus.
Since then, CRL has continued to grow and diversify. Today, the company is a £65 million multi-disciplined contractor, delivering complex projects across the highways, rail, marine, nuclear, and utilities sectors. With a breadth of technical expertise and a long-standing heritage, CRL is a trusted provider in the repair, protection, and strengthening of critical infrastructure.
& delivering excellence
At CRL, our mission is to extend the life of the nation’s built heritage through safe, sustainable, and innovative engineering, founded on quality, care, and collaboration. Our values guide every decision we make and every project we deliver, shaping both our work today and the legacy we leave for tomorrow.
Safety First, Always underpins everything we do, because nothing is so important that it cannot be done safely. We act with integrity and professionalism, while embracing innovation, new technologies, and smarter ways of working to achieve engineering excellence.
We believe in collaboration over individualism, working as one team with clients, partners, and communities to deliver stronger, longer-lasting outcomes. We care deeply for our people and the heritage we protect, investing in skills, training, and wellbeing to empower our teams.
Directors
The Directors at CRL provide strategic leadership, setting the long-term direction of the business while overseeing performance and governance. They ensure the company operates responsibly, ethically, and in full compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Through effective risk management and robust decision-making, the Board safeguards CRL’s financial stability and reputation.
By balancing the needs and expectations of clients, employees, partners, and wider stakeholders, the Directors promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Their collective experience and commitment support sustainable growth, operational excellence, and the long-term success of the business.
"Please can you pass on my thanks to your team that did the repairs at Shaftesbury. I have been to site a few times and the lads on site have been more than helpful. The site was kept clean and tidy throughout the works and the workmanship has also been to a high standard. You can see that they all have pride in their work! I look forward to working with yourselves again in the future."
Kevin Davis | Site Agent (Structures) Highways | Dorset Council
and knowledge
At CRL, we recognise that the construction and engineering sectors are constantly evolving, and staying up to date with the latest knowledge, techniques, and best practices is essential. Continuing Professional Development (CPD) allows individuals to enhance their skills, expand their expertise, and remain competent in a competitive industry. Engaging in CPD promotes personal growth, professional credibility, and improved performance on projects, while also ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, and innovation.
CRL values CPD highly and actively encourages all our staff and stakeholders to participate in ongoing learning opportunities. By fostering a culture of continuous improvement, we support our people in achieving their full potential and maintaining the excellence and integrity that define our business.
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Knowledge is the only resource that multiplies when it is shared. At CRL, we recognise that our wealth of experience, expertise, and technical understanding is one of our greatest assets. We believe that sharing this knowledge, whether from in-house teams or external sources, enhances the quality, safety, and innovation of projects across our sector.
With new techniques, systems, and industry standards constantly emerging, staying up to date is essential for professional excellence and compliance. By fostering a culture of knowledge sharing, we ensure that our people and stakeholders remain informed, skilled, and capable of delivering the highest standards. At CRL, we believe that learning together strengthens both individuals and the industry as a whole.
