Bridge demolition progresses line project
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Network Rail has successfully demolished the bridge over the line at Craigo Road in Marykirk.
Engineers recently removed the old, worn-out structure and craned in the main sections of its replacement while the railway was closed. When the project is complete, scheduled for this April, the new bridge will be better able to handle the weight and volume of traffic crossing it. While work continues, a temporary bridge is in place to keep the community connected to the road network.
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Hide AdMagda Rutkowska, Network Rail’s scheme project manager, said: “It’s fantastic to complete this critical stage of work on time at Craigo Road, a huge well done to my team who carried out the work despite freezing conditions. “Our focus now turns to diverting utilities onto the new structure, before laying the road surface ahead of the bridge reopening in April. “We know there’s never a good time to close the railway, and we’re grateful to passengers and the community for their patience whilst this vital project takes place.”


The project is part of a wide-ranging bridge modernisation programme aimed at increasing reliability and improving performance on Scotland’s Railway. Anyone with questions about the work can contact Network Rail’s 24-hour national helpline on 03457 11 41 41. Updates can be found on X/Twitter: @NetworkRailSCOT