Middlesbrough Council, a local authority in the North East, appointed our team to implement a digital monitoring system for the Tees Transporter Bridge. The project utilised a combination of ultrasonic wind sensors, magnetic displacement sensors and remote data-acquisition equipment to deliver real-time structural and environmental data.
Middlesbrough Council sought to better understand the structural behaviour and environmental exposure of the Tees Transporter Bridge, an operational heritage structure. The council lacked in-house expertise in sensor technology and real-time data capture.
We were selected through a competitive tender process due to our expertise in geospatial solutions and data-driven infrastructure monitoring, including the integration of solar-powered autonomous sensors. This work began in July 2024 and covered a year-long monitoring period following installation.
The initial phase focused on deploying and integrating the sensor network:
This phase focused on activating and ensuring the operational readiness of the monitoring system. Following installation, each sensor and data logger underwent comprehensive commissioning and calibration to guarantee accurate data acquisition. We then:
This remote-access capability delivered immediate insights into the bridge’s behaviour, eliminated the need for physical site visits and facilitated proactive maintenance planning.
We activated remote data access infrastructure, granting Middlesbrough Council secure, real-time access to the monitoring platform.
The system delivered Middlesbrough Council continuous visibility of structural movements and meteorological conditions, enhancing maintenance planning and heritage conservation efforts. Its autonomous design reduced operational costs and provided high-fidelity data remotely. Council feedback praised the clarity of the system’s outputs and the professionalism of our team.
This digital monitoring project exemplifies our commitment to preserving and sustainably managing local heritage sites and critical infrastructure in the North East. By deploying an innovative, autonomous system delivering real-time structural and environmental data, we empowered Middlesbrough Council to proactively care for this iconic landmark.
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