Clyde Road Upgrade Begins Major Phase with Bridge Beam Installation in Melbourne
The Clyde Road Upgrade has commenced its largest construction phase, lifting 48-tonne beams to expand the bridge from 6 to 10 lanes. This project aims to reduce bottlenecks and improve traffic flow in Melbourne's south-east, with completion expected in 2027. Nightly closures of the Princes Freeway will occur until March 27 to facilitate the installation of beams and concrete panels. The project also emphasizes sustainability, utilizing low-carbon steel and supporting local manufacturing.

Construction on the Clyde Road Upgrade has entered its largest phase, with crews lifting 48-tonne, 74-metre beams to expand the bridge from 6 lanes to 10 lanes. The project aims to alleviate traffic congestion for thousands of motorists in Melbourne's south-east, set for completion in 2027.
Nightly closures of the Princes Freeway will occur until March 27 to install beams and concrete panels. The new overpass will include additional turning lanes and bus lanes. The use of locally manufactured low-carbon steel supports local jobs and sustainability efforts.




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