Newport Transporter Bridge, Transporter bridge in Newport, Wales
The steel structure rises 74 meters above the River Usk, featuring a suspended gondola that carries vehicles and pedestrians across the water.
Ferdinand Arnodin designed this engineering marvel in 1906 to connect Newport's industrial areas while maintaining river navigation for tall ships.
The Grade I listed bridge stands as a symbol of industrial innovation, representing Newport's role in Britain's manufacturing and maritime history.
The gondola platform transports 6 vehicles and 120 passengers simultaneously across the River Usk between Pillgwenlly and Liswerry districts.
This bridge remains one of only eight operational transporter bridges worldwide, using a suspended gondola system instead of traditional roadway construction.
Location: Newport
Architects: Ferdinand Arnodin
Official opening: September 12, 1906
Length: 197 m
GPS coordinates: 51.57064,-2.98556
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:52
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