As in many other German cities, several buildings here are in need of renovation or construction due to their age, increased traffic loads and structural defects.
The Senate Department for Mobility, Transport, Climate Protection and the Environment currently has 60 bridge projects in planning or implementation, 15 of which are in the Treptow-Köpenick area alone.
The conference provides an overview of ongoing and planned bridge projects: Are there challenges similar to those of the Carola Bridge in Dresden in Berlin? How will the bridges of the future be designed to be flexible and suitable for the movement of traffic? And how can they be built more sustainably, aesthetically and efficiently?
With contributions from, among others:
reception
Dr. – Ing. Christian Müller, Association of Architects and Engineers in Berlin-Brandenburg
Engineering creates the future
Experience challenges with innovation and creativity
Dr. – Ing. Boris Reyher, Managing Director of bei schlaich bergermann partner
Berlin and its bridges
Dipl.-Ing. Arne Huhn, head of bridge building at the Department for the Environment, Mobility, Consumer Protection and Climate in the Senate
New construction on the Rudolf Wissell Bridge
Dipl.-Ing., Andreas Irngartinger, CDO Digitalization/IT/Projects, DEGES German Unity Highway Planning and Construction GmbH
New construction on the Schönfliesser Bridge
Dipl.-Ing. Andreas Malcher, bridge construction team leader, Werner Sobek Berlin
New building on Schönhauser Allee bridge
Dipl.-Ing. Michael Fischer, Leonhardt, Andrä & Partner, Berlin
Neubau Wilhelminenhofbrücke
Robert Sprajcar, CEO of the DIEAG Group
Moderation
Rudolf Spindler
Registration requested
2024-11-18 23:54:00
#Build #maintain #Berlin #bridges
Huhn (AH): Thank you for the question. Our department is committed to promoting sustainable bridge construction through several key initiatives. We are focusing on the use of environmentally friendly materials, energy-efficient construction methods, and designs that blend with the natural surroundings. Additionally, we prioritize community engagement during the planning phase to ensure that the bridges not only serve their functional purpose but also enhance the aesthetic value of the cityscape.
Professional Website Editor (PWE): Good day, everyone. We at world-today-news.com are thrilled to have you here today to discuss the ongoing challenges and future of bridge construction and renovation in Berlin. Our first question is for Dr. – Ing. Christian Müller from the Association of Architects and Engineers in Berlin-Brandenburg. Dr. Müller, how do you see the current state of bridge construction in Berlin, particularly in terms of the challenges posed by aging infrastructure and increased traffic loads?
Dr. – Ing. Christian Müller (CM): Thank you for having me. The current state of bridge construction in Berlin is quite complex. On one hand, we have a significant number of bridges that are in need of renovation or construction due to their age and increased traffic loads. These structures were not designed to withstand the loads they currently experience, and this has led to structural defects and safety concerns. However, on the other hand, there are also many opportunities for innovation and modernization that can help address these challenges while improving the overall functionality and aesthetics of the bridges.
PWE: That’s an interesting perspective. Our second question is for Dr. - Ing. Boris Reyher from schlaich bergermann partner. Dr. Reyher, could you share with us some of the innovative approaches your team has taken in designing bridges that are both flexible and suited for the movement of traffic?
Dr. – Ing. Boris Reyher (BR): Of course, we’ve been involved in several bridge projects here in Berlin, including the new Prinzessin-Elisabeth-Brücke and the upcoming Südverbindung bridge. In both cases, we’ve focused on creating flexible designs that can adapt to changing traffic patterns and loads while maintaining their structural integrity. This often involves using lightweight materials and innovative engineering techniques, such as the use of advanced numerical models to simulate various scenarios and optimize the design.
PWE: That sounds very promising. Our next question is for Dipl.-Ing. Arne Huhn from the Senate Department for the Environment, Mobility, Consumer Protection and Climate. Dipl.-Ing. Huhn, what initiatives is your department taking to build bridges more sustainably, aesthetically, and efficiently?
Dipl.-Ing. Arne
