The new design has been developed with a focus on modern composite materials that replace traditional steel structures in critical parts of the system. By using fibre-reinforced composite materials, a solution is created with high strength, low weight and very good resistance to corrosion and environmental influences.

Composite materials offer a long service life even in demanding environments such as bridges, roads and other transport infrastructure where structures are exposed to moisture, salt, temperature fluctuations and mechanical stress.

The low weight of the composite materials also provides several sustainability benefits:

• Reduced material consumption
• Reduced transport weight
• Shorter installation and handling time
• Reduced load on the supporting structure

The high corrosion resistance reduces the need for future repairs, coatings and component replacement, contributing to lower life cycle costs and reduced environmental impact throughout the structure’s service life.

The design is also developed to enable efficient movement accommodation and flexibility in infrastructure facilities, while the use of modern composite materials contributes to a sustainable and resource-efficient solution.

Overall, the new design means:

1. longer technical lifetime;
2. reduced maintenance needs;
3. improved corrosion resistance,
4. lower climate impact during transport and installation,
5. A sustainable infrastructure solution for construction and civil engineering projects of the future.