Girder for new Demerara River bridge launched

(Ministry of Public Works photo)

The first precast girder was earlier this morning launched for the new Demerara River Bridge, marking a new phase of the construction process, the Ministry of Public Works said today.

The precast girder is a horizontal beam that supports the deck of a bridge and the weight of traffic.

Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill was present to offer remarks and witness this historic event on the western end of the bridge.