About Us
We hold a prestigious reputation, with over 75 years’ experience in the design and manufacture of premium, ground stabilisation products and tailored engineering solutions.
With a heritage rich in aluminum engineering, we are renowned for our exceptional quality coupled with our skills in fabrication, welding and painting. Historically these skills converted into highly complex projects that included; Catalina Flying boats. Over time, these skills have translated into our signature product range of environmentally friendly, ground stabilisation Trackway® for military and civilian markets.
We are proud to be a division of the KIRCHHOFF Group. The FAUN® Group boasts Europe-wide manufacturing expertise, with offices and production facilities in Germany, France, The Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium and UK.
Our History
1940
Laird Anglesey Ltd was founded in Beaumaris, Anglesey to repair Catalina Flying Boats during World War II.
1942
1942 As specialists in aluminium alloy fabrication, Laird Anglesey Ltd diversified to manufacture different military products to support UK MOD in World War II.
1960
1960 In partnership with the UK MOD, Trackway® solutions were designed to improve the capability of expeditionary vehicles in difficult terrain conditions.
Trackway® products were also developed to construct temporary runways for installation into remote areas.
1964
1964 Laird Anglesey Ltd began manufacturing Trackway® products for supply to militaries worldwide.
1967
Laird Anglesey Ltd launched MLC 30 Trackway®.
1968
Laird Anglesey Ltd launched MLC 60 Trackway®.
1975
UK MOD used MLC 60 Trackway® as an airfield Bomb Damage Repair Mat (BDRM).
1996
Laird Anglesey Ltd was acquired by FAUN GmbH, part of the Kirchhoff group.
The company name became FAUN Municipal Vehicles Ltd and new premises in Llangefni, Anglesey were designed for manufacture of both Refuse Collection Vehicles and sweepers, and FAUN Trackway® solutions for military customers.
2007
Heavy Ground Mobility System (HGMS), a rapid deployment and recovery system for MLC 70 Trackway® was designed for the Norwegian Army, who later purchased the system following extensive trials.
The Swiss and Swedish Armies also purchase HGMS equipped with MLC 70 Trackway® in a joint procurement programme.
2008
The Turkish Army purchase Heavy Ground Mobility System (HGMS) integrated and supplied with IVECO Trakker vehicles.
2011
The Australian Army commission FAUN Trackway® to design an expedient runway panel for UAVs, which is later ordered and trialed in 2013.
FAUN Trackway® establish FAUN Trackway USA, Inc. based in Washington DC, to provide North and South America, and Canada with a local office and a dedicated team.
FAUN Municipal Vehicles Ltd acquire Zoeller Waste Systems changing the legal company name to FAUN Zoeller (UK) Ltd.
2013
Singapore Armed Forces contract FAUN Trackway® for a bespoke Heavy Ground Mobility System (HGMS) with a stand-alone power supply, to enable the Trackway® to be deployed and recovered without the need to take power from the transportation vehicle.
Known as the Heavy Ground Mobility System Independent Variable (HGMS-IV).
2014
Order completed for the Danish Armed Forces including Medium Gound Mobility System Beam Dispenser's (MGMS BD), and Heavy Ground Mobility System's (HGMS).
Computer Based Training of FAUN Trackway® solutions launched, allowing armed forces to remotely train personnel anywhere in the world.
2015
FAUN Trackway® becomes its own legal entity as FAUN Trackway Limited.
Awarded Investors in People certification.
Secured prestigious Made In Wales award for Best New Product for our innovative Containerised Helipad in a Box.
2016
Launched ACCESS AND ENVIRONMENT, a Commercially of the Shelf (COTS) product range for the civilian industry.
Achieved Fully Integrated 9001, 14001 and 18001 Management System.
2017
MLC70 Trackway®'s full capability recognised to withstand axles loads up to MLC150 dependent on ground conditions, including indefinite use with MLC70 loaded vehicles at ground condition of 3% California Bearing Ratio (CBR).
Swiss Armed Forces commit to a repeat order for Heavy Ground Mobility System (HGMS).
2019
FAUN Trackway® successfully completed the delivery of Medium Ground Mobility Systems to the New Zealand Defence Force. The New Zealand Defence Force were also successfully trained in this equipment allowing them to use their brand new addition straight away with ease.
2020
FAUN Trackway® achieved the highest BS EN1090 qualification of Execution Class 4. In the same year we also transitioned from ISO 18001:2018 (OHS) to ISO 45001:2018 as well as retaining out ISO 9001:2015 (QMS) and ISO 14001:2015 (EMS) standards.
WHY FAUN TRACKWAY®?
We maintain an innovative approach to engineering mobility solutions. With an ever changing physical environment, the complexity of modern logistical planning, and the evolution of vehicles, we strive to create solutions that are responsive to change.
IN-HOUSE ENGINEER
Our dedicated engineering team convert progressive ideas into high quality products ready for the toughest logistical challenges, creating sustainable solutions that make operations faster and simpler.
Value, stability, and social responsibility, are the building blocks of our corporate culture.
ENVIRONMENT
We are aware of our responsibility towards environmental protection. Our products are long lasting and recyclable. Laying Trackway® enables protection of delicate habitats and environments from heavy traffic.
We hold ISO 14001:2015 certification. Our full policy can be download below.
QUALITY
We are dedicated to quality, certified in accordance with ISO 9001:2015. Our full policy can be download below.
The FAUN Continuous Improvement Process (CIP) system is fully adopted by the FAUN Trackway® team.
SUPPORT
We can offer through-life support of our products, including provision of spare parts, servicing, refurbishments and product training. All training can tailored to your personnel’s needs.
FAUN TRACKWAY® POLICIES AND STATEMENTS
FAUN Trackway® wishes to conduct all business in an honest and ethical manner. We take a zero-tolerance approach to bribery and corruption and are committed to: (i) acting professionally, fairly and with integrity in all our business dealings and relationships wherever we operate; (ii) implementing and enforcing effective measures to counter bribery and corruption.
Please take the time to read our full Policy.
FAUN Trackway® is committed to protect the environment from the adverse impacts of its business operations.
Please take the time to read our full Policy.
This policy confirms our commitment at FAUN Trackway® to meeting the quality standards expected by our customers, and applies to all areas of the organisation.
Please take the time to read our full Policy.
This policy confirms our commitment at FAUN Trackway® to adhering to the Health and Safety standards.
Please take the time to read our full Policy.