BAM Secures Nearly €100 Million in Asphalt Maintenance Contracts Across the Netherlands
Royal BAM Group has strengthened its position in the Dutch infrastructure sector after securing two major asphalt maintenance contracts from the municipalities of The Hague and Moerdijk. Together, the long-term agreements have a combined maximum value of €96.2 million and further reinforce BAM’s role as a leading partner in maintaining and improving the Netherlands’ transport infrastructure.
The two contracts highlight the growing emphasis placed by public authorities on sustainable road maintenance, efficient asset management, and long-term collaboration with experienced contractors capable of delivering high-quality infrastructure solutions while minimizing environmental impact and disruption to local communities.
The contract awarded by the Municipality of The Hague has an estimated value of €61.2 million and includes an initial duration of three years. The agreement also contains options for three one-year extensions, providing the potential for a long-term partnership focused on preserving and enhancing one of the Netherlands’ busiest urban road networks.
BAM already performs asphalt maintenance across The Hague, giving the company a significant advantage through its detailed understanding of the city’s road infrastructure, traffic conditions, operational requirements, and close working relationship with municipal authorities. This continuity allows maintenance activities to proceed efficiently while benefiting from years of accumulated local expertise.
Under the agreement, BAM will be responsible for a broad range of road maintenance activities designed to ensure the long-term safety, durability, and performance of the city’s transportation infrastructure. The scope includes asphalt resurfacing, pavement repairs, preventative maintenance programs, and comprehensive investigations into asphalt layers and road foundations.
In addition to conventional maintenance works, the contract also covers road marking installation and renewal, temporary traffic management measures, traffic marshals, and specialized works carried out around tram track zones. These additional responsibilities reflect the complexity of maintaining road infrastructure in a densely populated urban environment where multiple transportation systems operate simultaneously.
Construction activities are scheduled to begin following the summer holiday period. Delivering maintenance projects within a busy city such as The Hague requires meticulous planning, close coordination, and continuous communication with local authorities, businesses, public transport operators, and residents.
Maintaining accessibility throughout construction remains one of the project’s highest priorities. Road works must be carefully phased to minimize disruption to daily traffic, pedestrian movement, emergency services, and commercial activities while ensuring the safety of construction personnel and the public.
The municipality evaluated tender submissions based on the entire asphalt value chain, considering every stage from material production and transportation to on-site installation. Particular emphasis was placed on sustainability and environmental performance, reflecting the city’s broader climate objectives.
One of the key requirements of the contract is the use of Warm Mix Asphalt (WMA), an innovative paving material produced at lower temperatures than traditional asphalt. The reduced production temperature lowers energy consumption, decreases greenhouse gas emissions, and improves working conditions during installation while maintaining the performance and durability expected of modern road surfaces.
The municipality also required contractors to deploy zero-emission construction equipment wherever possible, supporting efforts to reduce air pollution, noise, and carbon emissions during project execution. These measures align with the Netherlands’ broader commitment to sustainable infrastructure development and cleaner construction practices.
The maintenance program will be carried out across numerous locations throughout The Hague, with project teams focusing on delivering high-quality workmanship while minimizing inconvenience to residents, businesses, commuters, cyclists, and visitors. Efficient scheduling and proactive communication will play a critical role in maintaining smooth traffic flow during construction activities.
Alongside its success in The Hague, BAM has also secured a second long-term asphalt maintenance agreement with the Municipality of Moerdijk. The framework contract has a maximum value of €35 million and will commence in August 2026.
Unlike traditional construction contracts, the Moerdijk agreement has been designed as a collaborative framework that encourages early engagement between the municipality and BAM throughout every stage of project development. The contract begins with an initial four-year term and includes options for two additional extensions of two years each, creating the potential for a partnership lasting up to eight years.
Through this collaborative delivery model, BAM and the municipality will jointly prepare maintenance projects, allowing both parties to contribute technical expertise from the earliest planning stages. This integrated approach supports better decision-making, improved risk management, enhanced cost control, and more efficient project execution.
The framework agreement provides opportunities for collaborative development of engineering solutions, project schedules, construction methodologies, budgeting strategies, and sustainability initiatives before work begins on site. By identifying challenges early and aligning project objectives, both organizations aim to deliver road maintenance projects more efficiently while maximizing long-term value for public investment.
Environmental performance is another central objective of the Moerdijk contract. Both parties will work together to identify opportunities for reducing carbon emissions, improving resource efficiency, minimizing waste, and adopting more sustainable construction techniques throughout the life of the agreement.
The framework also emphasizes the importance of building a long-term partnership rather than a conventional client-contractor relationship. By fostering collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement, the municipality and BAM aim to deliver infrastructure projects that meet evolving community needs while adapting to future technological and environmental requirements.
The award of both contracts demonstrates the increasing importance of proactive infrastructure maintenance as municipalities seek to extend the lifespan of existing assets while ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient transportation networks. Rather than focusing solely on reactive repairs, modern asset management strategies prioritize preventative maintenance to reduce long-term costs and improve infrastructure resilience.
For BAM, these projects further strengthen its leadership in road maintenance and sustainable infrastructure delivery throughout the Netherlands. The company continues to invest in innovative construction technologies, environmentally responsible materials, and digital asset management solutions that support clients in achieving long-term infrastructure objectives.
Together, the contracts in The Hague and Moerdijk illustrate BAM’s ability to deliver complex maintenance programs across diverse environments—from densely populated urban centers with heavy traffic volumes to municipalities seeking collaborative, future-focused infrastructure management. Through high-quality engineering, sustainable construction practices, and close cooperation with public authorities, BAM will help ensure that Dutch road networks remain safe, accessible, efficient, and resilient for years to come.
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