£6m pedestrian and cycle bridge for Airport City

A pedestrian and cycle bridge was installed over the M56 spur airport approach road over the weekend at Airport City Manchester.

The new bridge, weighing more than 380 tonnes, was rolled into position overnight by a specialised team of eight people, using two, 800 tonne, 20 axle self-propelled modular transporters.

The 52.5m-long and 6m-wide bridge is a striking addition to the landscape at Airport City Manchester which features more than 21,000 perforations across its length, it has been constructed from Cor-Ten steel which develops a rust-like aesthetic after several years’ exposure to weather and eliminates the need for painting.

The £6m pedestrian and cycle bridge delivers a connection from the Airport City Manchester site directly to rail, bus and tram links, as well as providing direct access to pedestrians and cyclists travelling to and from Wythenshawe and surrounding areas.