Latest update September 3rd, 2026 10:25 AM
Collision protection system installed at new Demerara River Bridge
(Kaieteur News) – The Ministry of Public Works announced Wednesday that a collision protection system has been installed at the Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge.
According to information provided by the ministry, the installation was executed by the Contractor, China Railway Construction Corporation and its partners on June 18, 2026.
The ministry explained that this protection system was installed around the main tower pile caps within the Demerara River and its purpose is to protect the bridge’s critical substructure from accidental vessel impact by absorbing and reducing collision forces before they reach the main tower pile caps and other supporting elements.
The Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge where the collision protection system was installed.
“The completed installation forms part of the bridge’s permanent safety and protection works. It strengthens the resilience of the crossing, supports safer navigation near the main span, and contributes to the long-term operation of this major national infrastructure asset,” the ministry shared.
This publication understands that since the opening of the bridge some 4,323 vessels have passed safely beneath the crossing reflecting the continued use of the Demerara River as an active navigation corridor.
The ministry added that the collision protection system therefore plays an important role in protecting the bridge while supporting safe and orderly marine traffic.
The Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge which replaces the old floating Demerara Harbour Bridge was commissioned in October 2025.
The US$262 million contract was awarded to China Railway Construction Corporation (CRCC) and its partners, China Railway Caribbean Company Limited and China Railway Engineering Bureau Group Company Limited. Construction began on December 22, 2022.
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