 Middlesbrough Transporter Bridge The Middlesbrough Transporter Bridge in Middlesbrough, England spans the River Tees. A travelling 'car', suspended from the bridge, can carry 200 people or 6 cars and one minibus can be carried across the river in 90 seconds.
The bridge was built in 1911 under a 1907 Act of Parliament. The opening ceremony on the 7 October 1911 was performed by H.R.H. Prince Arthur of Connaught. The Middlesbrough Transporter Bridge reflects the dynamic industrial heritage of the area.
Teesside has a long tradition of Bridge Building. Many of the world's greatest bridges including the nearby Tees Newport Bridge, the Tyne Bridge and the famous Sydney Harbour Bridge in Australia were designed and constructed from Dorman Long steel.
However, the Middlesbrough Transporter Bridge at 850 feet (260 metres) long and 225 feet (69 metres) high at the tallest point, it is the largest working bridge of its kind in the world. The distance between the two towers is 580 feet (177 metres).
In December 1993, the bridge was awarded the Institution of Mechanical Engineers' highest honour, The Heritage Plaque, for engineering excellence, in recognition of the Council's efforts in keeping the bridge in good working order. Its historical importance was also recognised in 1985 by its listing as a Grade II Listed Building and its prominence as a local landmark was further enhanced in 1993 by the installation of flood lights that operate during the winter months.
It has featured in films and TV programs which include Billy Elliot, Auf Wiedersehen, Pet, and Steel River Blues.
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