Celebrating 25 Years of Southbay
Wednesday, 26th August 2026
In 2026, Southbay is celebrating 25 years of delivering specialist marine civil engineering across the UK. Established in 2001 by Gordon Green, Southbay began as a small specialist contractor focused on projects across the North of England and has since grown into a multidisciplinary business with a turnover of more than £25 million.
From completing our first contract over £1 million to delivering the £19 million Riverside Quay Extension for the Port of Tyne, our history is built on growth, expertise and continued commitment to quality, safety and innovation.
To mark this anniversary, we launched our 25 for 25 initiative, completing 25 social value activities throughout our 25th anniversary year to give back to the communities around us.
This has included attending careers fairs, holding internal staff competitions, supporting local schools and community groups, as well as fundraising activities. We also brought all staff together for Ladies Day at Newcastle Racecourse to recognise all the hard work, dedication and achievements that have shaped the company over the past 25 years.
About Southbay
Southbay Civil Engineering Ltd is a multi‑award‑winning marine and heavy civil engineering contractor recognised for delivering complex coastal and waterfront infrastructure projects across the UK. As current holders of the CECA North East Civil Engineering Project of the Decade, Southbay has built a reputation for technical excellence, strong project management and reliable delivery in challenging marine environments.
The company specialises in marine‑focused construction and design‑and‑build contracts, including river and coastal works, jetty and quayside repairs, reinforced concrete structures, steel piling, flood‑defence installations and timber demolition and reconstruction. Their teams operate in tidal, exposed and operational port environments, providing durable engineering solutions that support long‑term asset performance.
Southbay’s portfolio includes high‑profile projects such as jetty fender refurbishments, harbour‑wall repairs, dolphin replacements, quay‑wall upgrades, lighthouse installations and major coastal‑protection works. Their case studies demonstrate consistent capability in structural remediation, marine access solutions and complex waterfront construction.
With long‑standing relationships across port authorities, energy operators and marine‑infrastructure owners, Southbay continues to be a trusted partner for organisations requiring specialist marine civil engineering expertise. Their commitment to safety, quality and innovation is reflected in multiple industry awards, including eleven consecutive RoSPA Gold Awards.
