After the recent events on the Port Mann Bridge, engineers working on the project have assessed the concerns and identified solutions to help prevent snow and ice build-up from happening again on the bridge cables. They’ve come up with three ways, all working together, to improve safety. They include: 1) Custom-designed cable sweepers: custom-designed...
It’s more than two years away, but the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure is excited to be helping Prince George and Northern B.C. host the 2015 Canada Winter Games. We want getting to and from the alpine and para-alpine skiing events to be free of spills and chills, so the ministry recently improved the...
Here, there and everywhere. No matter where you looked this year, the tell tale signs of change and construction were visible. Digging, flagging, paving, building, expanding and consulting were all on the agenda for transportation this year. And to top it off, we just released our new aviation strategy, helping guide our continued growth...
We’ve been doing a lot around the province to make our roads safer this year. Not that there’s anything exceptional in that. We’re always looking for ways to make our roads better and make travel easier for everyone, whether you’re a commercial or casual driver, a passenger, cyclist or a pedestrian. It’s kind of...
History has revealed some truly great partnerships in both the transportation industry and the art world. Think of the Wright brothers, who were the first ever to take flight. Then, of course, there are John Lennon and Paul McCartney, partners in rock who brought popular music to new heights. But what happens when you...
We made it. The New Port Mann Bridge – the widest bridge in the world, as well as the second largest and longest cable-supported bridge in North America, is now open. This monumental achievement would not have been possible without the hard work and commitment of countless people for which we are grateful. Thank...
It began life as the Deas Island Tunnel, but these days it’s official name is the George Massey Tunnel or, less formally, as the Massey Tunnel. It is the only road tunnel below sea level in Canada, making its roadway the lowest road surface in Canada. The tunnel is a part of Highway 99...
Winter is settling in across the province but that didn’t stop transportation news from breaking. Here is your weekly summary of the highlights. Out with the Old and in with the New If you live in the Lower Mainland, the big transportation news this week was all about the new Port Mann Bridge with...
Today we’re celebrating the opening of the Lions Gate Bridge, which provided drivers their first chance to travel over Burrard Inlet between the City of Vancouver and the North Shore back in 1938. The bridge was originally built and operated by the Guinness family (of Guinness Beer fame) and A. J. T. Taylor, a...
November is upon us and with it comes a distinct shift into winter. Remember to set your clocks back an hour this weekend and when you do, remember that darker days require extra care when driving. Shifting into Winter also means being prepared to drive and survive in winter weather. Bridging the Week in...
