Egypt has reached a new milestone in infrastructure growth with the completion of the “Khor Mayo bridge,” a key component of the high-speed electric train network connecting Ain Sokhna, El Alamein, and Matrouh.The bridge, built by the General Authority for Roads and Bridges, is the highest of its kind in Egypt, traversing a rugged landscape.
The “Khor Mayo” bridge isn’t just an ordinary bridge, but it is the highest construction in Egypt, with two axes reaching a height of 80 meters each, while the rest of the axes step onto the roofs of the two mountains to suit the harsh mountainous nature of the region. The bridge consists of 9 axes,with a total length of concrete works of 550 metres,and a width of 14 metres.
innovative Tech Tackled a Challenging Terrain
Constructing a bridge of this scale in such a tough environment required cutting-edge techniques:
- Cantilever Carriage System: Employed at a height of 8 meters over the total 80-meter height, spanning 340 meters.
- Metal Buckles: Three axles of metal buckles, each 60 meters long and weighing a combined 2,250 tons, were integrated into the structure.
- Deck Pushing System: This advanced technology ensured precision and safety when positioning metal structures on the steep mountain slopes.
A Vital Link for Egypt’s High-Speed Rail
The bridge promises to be a crucial link ensuring the high-speed train’s uninterrupted path through the most challenging terrain. This achievement demonstrates the growing capabilities of Egyptian companies and engineers, reducing reliance on foreign expertise and marking a important step forward in the “New Suez Canal on Rails” project.
The highest bridge in Egypt
Completion of the construction of the bridge
Paving the bridge in preparation for laying the rails
The bridge path above the creek
Height of more than 80 metres
