Jointline Retains and Expands Role on £45m Forestry England Civil Engineering Framework

Jointline is proud to announce its continued and enhanced involvement in Forestry England’s Civil Engineering Maintenance & Minor Works Framework, having secured top-tier positions across multiple lots in the four-year, £45 million framework.

As the incumbent contractor, Jointline has retained first place on three Central region lots: Lot 4: Delamere & Cannock Peaks, Lot 5: Sherwood, and Lot 6 Fineshade & Salcey. The business has also successfully secured first place on Lot 7: East Thetford and Lot 8: East Chilterns, expanding its footprint beyond the Central region. In addition, Jointline has been awarded the second-place position on Lot 2: North Lakes & Northwest, Lot 3: Yorkshire, and Lot 9: East Weald & Thames.

The framework, divided into 16 geographical lots with two suppliers per lot, underpins the delivery of essential civil engineering and forestry maintenance services to maintain and develop Forestry England’s rural infrastructure. This includes construction and upkeep of forest roads, trails, car parks, ditches, and culverts, supporting safe access for forestry operations, recreation, and biodiversity management.

Anthony Roberts, Head of Civils and Maintenance at Jointline, commented: “Securing a leading position on eight lots, five of them as the primary supplier, is a testament to the dedication and performance of our in-house forestry team. Our long-standing relationship with Forestry England continues to thrive, and we’re proud to play a part in maintaining infrastructure that supports sustainable forestry, public access, and biodiversity across England’s woodlands.”

Jointline’s specialist forestry division will continue to deliver both planned and reactive works using its own operatives and fleet. Continued investment in plant, vehicles, and workforce development ensures the company is well-positioned to deliver a reliable, responsive service throughout the duration of the framework.

This success further strengthens Jointline’s reputation as a trusted partner in rural infrastructure and civil engineering services, supporting the mission of Forestry England to manage public forests for people, wildlife, and future generations.