Securing bridge infrastructure for generations
When it comes to bridge maintenance, Hempel is your trusted partner for exceptional protection, longevity, and sustainability. Our bridge coatings, specifically designed for steel and concrete structures, is backed by decades of research and development.
For steel bridges, our award-winning Avantguard anti-corrosion system offers unparalleled protection, even in the harshest environments, meeting the demanding requirements of ISO 12944. And for concrete bridges, we offer Contex, a range of coatings that deflect solar rays, protect against carbonation, enhance crack bridging, and boast BSEN 7-1062 crack bridging and BSEN 6-1062 carbon dioxide diffusion resistance certifications.
Explore our comprehensive range of bridge coatings and discover how Hempel can safeguard your infrastructure for years to come.
Sustainable protection, global reach
Sustainable, anticorrosion solutions for Bridge protection globally

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Sustainable solutions

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Certifications
Bridge coatings that embrace global standards
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ISO 12944ISO 12944 is the main international standard for corrosion of steel and paint, and we consider it one of the essential standards for selecting the most adequate coating system to protect your structures against corrosion including categories C5-H and CX.
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NORSOK M501The NORSOK M-501 standard outlines surface preparation and protective coating requirements for offshore installations and their facilities. We produce coatings optimised to meet this standard, and we have a range of resources available to help you navigate it.
Case Stories | Bridges
How we’ve helped our customers

Tower Bridge restored to true colours
One of London’s best known landmarks restored and protected with 22,000 litres of high performance coatings

Innovation, beautiful design and practicality for Troja Bridge
High durability coating system in line with Ministry of Transport regulations for award winning steel bridge in Prague

Tough four-coat system the perfect solution for railway bridge
Hempadur coatings provide fast-drying, robust protection, ensuring both productivity and adherence to strict national railway regulations