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Ras Al Khaimah’s arch bridge ... recognised as the world’s longest steel bridge.

Steel arch bridge sets Guinness record

01 April 2019

A steel arch bridge in Shamal, Ras Al Khaimah, has received recognition as the world’s longest steel bridge, spanning a length of 32.37 m, from Guinness World Records. The record was previously held by Poland’s 26-m-long bridge.

The bridge, which can handle 2,000 vehicles per hour, is said to offer several other economic advantages compared to concrete bridges, including a life expectancy of up to 104 years without any maintenance and the ability to bear all loads and weights.

The arched steel structures are corrugated iron sheets that were designed to conform with the project requirements. The sheets were fabricated, coated and plated in the factory. The plates and accessories were transported in containers.

Abdullah bin Mohammed Balheif Al Nuaimi, Minister of Infrastructure Development, received a certificate from the representative of the Guinness World Records during the ceremony organised by the ministry at the bridge site.

The steel bridge project is part of Phase Two of the Emirates Road. Al Nuaimi dedicated this achievement to UAE President HH Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, and other rulers of the emirates.