The UK’s Leading
Independent Provider of Direct Pipe® Solutions
Quick, accurate and reduced environmental impact
Direct Pipe® Solutions
Direct Pipe® technology offers a fast, precise, and low-impact method for installing pipelines beneath challenging terrain. Combining the advantages of micro-tunnelling and HDD, it enables simultaneous excavation and pipe installation in a single pass, delivering exceptional accuracy and efficiency, even in solid rock or complex ground conditions.
With its reduced site footprint and high steering control, Direct Pipe® is ideally suited to projects near sensitive environments or critical infrastructure. Supported by our dedicated Direct Pipe® fleet and experienced specialist crews, Stockton delivers safe, efficient, and proven installations from start to finish.
“ We’re currently the only business to own Direct Pipe® tech in the UK. Combined with our sector-leading experience across drilling and pipelines and you’ve got a partner that can deliver results on time and on budget with minimal disruption and environmental impact. ”
Benefits of Direct Pipe® Drilling
Smaller on-site footprint
increased accuracy through
intricate steering
Suitable for a Wide Range
of Ground Conditions
Single pass process
Reduced Risks of Hydraulic
Fracture and Returns
& environmentally sensitive areas
How Direct Pipe® works
“The Direct Pipe® methodology allows for real-time annular pressure adjustments and features efficient fluid management systems, making it an effective choice for a variety of technical challenges. It can be used in soft ground, heterogeneous ground, and rock.
All project infrastructure is located on one side of the crossing. Launch and reception pits can also be constructed at shallow depths, reducing space requirements even further. It also does not require coupling pipes, drill rods, or back reaming, allowing projects to be completed quickly and with minimal impact.”
Director of Special Projects
Direct Pipe® In Action
Overcoming Flood Risks To Deliver a Trenchless Crossing at Westmoor Resevoir
