2026 CCE Awards Showcase: Accelerated Rail Bridge Replacement Using Modular Gantry

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Written by Christian Allaire

Harbourside Engineering Group was recognized for their work on the Etobicoke Rail Bridge Replacement in the category of Transportation by the Canadian Consulting Engineer Awards. Retained by Construction Demathieu & Bard Canada, Harbourside lead the design of a modular gantry system that could rapidly and non-destructively replace whole bridge spans in a fraction of time that would normally be required with crane-based operations.

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Etobicoke Creek Rail Bridge Replacement
Etobicoke Creek Rail Bridge Replacement

‍ Harbourside Engineering was retained by Demathieu & Bard Construction to design a versatile, modular gantry system to replace the 122‑year‑old Etobicoke rail bridge for Metrolinx, which aimed to modernize a critical commuter corridor. The gantry enabled the safe removal and installation of bridge spans during three short (51‑hour) weekend closures. This innovative approach reduced disruptions and avoided the environmental impacts of traditional crane-based methods, delivering significant benefits for commuters of the busy Lakeshore West Line.

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