When will the new Renfrew Bridge on River Clyde open after project delayed

A new bridge connecting Renfrew to Clydebank and Yoker is to open in spring 2025, according to planners.

The project is nearing completion after the final section of the 184-metre bridge arrived in May 2024 and was installed at Dock Street in Clydebank.

The bridge had been due to open last year, but It is proposed the link will now open in spring. Planners added this could be subject to change.

The bridge will connect Renfrew with Clydebank and Yoker directly for the first time and will open up work, health, education, and leisure opportunities for communities on both sides of the river.

The £117m Clyde Waterfront and Renfrew Riverside project will also create additional connecting roads, cycling, and walking routes from Yoker station to Inchinnan Road in Renfrew.

A statement from the City Deal said: “The construction and installation of the bridge is complete, and significant testing has been undertaken to ensure a smooth transition when the project is handed over to our Bridges team.

“That team will be based on the riverside on the Renfrew side of the bridge and will work on a 24-hour basis to ensure the bridge can open for river traffic as required.

“There are ongoing works to create the required roads infrastructure on both of the sides of the river, but GRAHAM are progressing well, and we continue to work closely with them and Jacobs to ensure the works are completed as quickly as possible and to the required standards.

“Variable Message Sign (VMS) signage on the approach and further out from the bridge to support road users to know the availability of the bridge for crossing is also being progressed.

“The council website will also provide the same information to support residents, and this will be posted with as much notice as possible to allow alternative journeys to be planned if required.”