The replacement of the A40 Rhine Bridge Duisburg-Neuenkamp will be executed as a modern two-pylon cable-stayed bridge. The new Rhine Bridge will be taller, longer and wider than the previous bridge. The pylons will stand at 75 meters high, the bridge will span over 800 meters in length and be 68 meters wide. The superstructures will consist of steel-concrete composite constructions in the approach areas, as well as steel constructions in the river spans. Alongside the roadway, new pedestrian and bicycle paths will be constructed at sufficient distances from the roadway.
The construction of the structure was carried out using both the incremental launching method for the approach areas and the free cantilever method over the Rhine. Upon completion of the construction of both superstructures, the entire southern span of the bridge will be shifted transversely by 14.4 meters in a technical achievement that is unique to date.
The bridge was designed to meet both current and future traffic demands. It also complies with the latest standards regarding safety and environmental protection.
