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In pictures | Volker lifts new Sunderland bridge into place

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Cristina Lago Deputy Editor
The New Wear Footbridge steel section arriving by barge
The steel section arrived by barge from Belgium, where it was manufactured

VolkerStevin has lifted into place the final steel section of the New Wear footbridge in Sunderland.

Spanning 105m, the steel section is the last part of the structural frame to be installed before fitting out works can begin.

The New Wear Footbridge lifted into place
The bridge spans both the north and south banks of the River Wear and will connect the former Vaux Brewery site and the Sheepfolds

Civil engineer VolkerStevin has overseen the complex development and installation of the £31m pedestrian and cyclist bridge.

The New Wear Footbridge lifted into place
The bridge is expected to open in 2025

Mike Rimmer, senior project manager at VolkerStevin, said: “This is a fantastic achievement for the whole team and a testament to the hard work, coordination and collaboration between our lifting and marine teams to ensure all the lifts could be completed successfully and safely.”

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Comments

  1. Hi
    Has an opening date been announced yet?

    Carol Kelly September 19, 2024 at 13:12

    • Hi Carol, the bridge is expected to open in summer 2025.

      Cristina Lago September 19, 2024 at 15:23

  2. Surely we have the expertise and facilities to manufacture bridges and the like within UK thereby mitigating all the carbon emissions in transportation plus supporting local business and trade?

    Alwyn Campbell September 19, 2024 at 16:30

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