construction site - First part of new Friesenbridge expected
For the new Friesenbridge over the Ems river at Weener (Leer District), the delivery of the first bridge segment is expected on Monday. A floating crane is supposed to transport the first of initially four bridge segments from the Papenburger Harbor over the Ems to the construction site, as a spokeswoman for the railway confirmed upon request. After that, the part is to be installed. The now delivered bridge segments are reportedly each 30 meters long and 300 tons heavy and intended for the so-called Zweifeldbridge - a part of the new Friesenbridge.
The new 335-meter-long Friesenbridge, according to the railway's announcement, will be the largest swing-pivot bridge for railway traffic in Europe. In May, the railway announced that the commissioning of the new construction, including the simultaneous upgrading of the railway line in the Leer district, would be delayed by at least six months, with a predicted completion date of mid-2025. Since a freighter caused damage to the old Friesenbridge in a collision in 2015, railway traffic on this section has been disrupted.
- The construction site for the new Friesenbridge in Weener, located in the Leer District of Lower Saxony, is eagerly awaiting the delivery of the first bridge segment.
- Due to the weight and size of each bridge segment, a floating crane will be used for transportation from Papenburger Harbor to the construction site.
- The delivery of these components is essential for the construction of the Zweifeldbridge, a part of the larger Friesenbridge project.
- Commuters in the Ems District may experience some traffic disruptions during the shipping and installation of these heavy bridge segments.
- The efficient transport of these bridge segments relies on the coordination between the railway and local shipping companies.
- Once installed, these bridge segments will contribute to the creation of the largest swing-pivot bridge for railway traffic in Europe.
- The delay in the completion of the Friesenbridge construction and upgrades in the Leer district has caused inconvenience for train commuters in the area.
