New 40-Meter Bailey Bridge Revolutionizes Travel in Rural Ethiopia

Shanghai, China – July 31, 2025 – A vital new transportation link has been successfully commissioned in Ethiopia with the completion of a 40-meter Bailey bridge. Constructed by EVERCROSS BRIDGE TECHNOLOGY (SHANGHAI) CO., LTD., this critical infrastructure project directly addresses longstanding mobility challenges for local communities, significantly reducing travel times and enhancing safety.

What is a Bailey Bridge?
The Bailey bridge is a renowned, highly versatile type of portable, prefabricated truss bridge. Its genius lies in its design:

Modularity: It's constructed from standardized, interchangeable steel panels, pins, and transoms (cross-beams). These components are relatively lightweight and easy to transport.

Rapid Assembly: Sections can be easily lifted into place manually or with light machinery, allowing for incredibly fast construction compared to traditional bridges, often in days or weeks.

Strength & Adaptability: Despite its prefabricated nature, the Bailey bridge is remarkably strong and can be configured into various lengths and load capacities by adding more panels and supports. It can also be strengthened ("double-story" or "triple-story") for heavier loads.

Proven History: Originally designed by Sir Donald Bailey for military use during World War II, its robustness, simplicity, and speed of deployment made it invaluable. This legacy continues in civilian applications worldwide, particularly in disaster relief and rural infrastructure development where speed and cost-effectiveness are paramount.