Helix Bridge

The Helix Bridge is a pedestrian bridge linking Marina Centre with Marina South in the Marina Bay area in Singapore. It was officially opened on 24 April 2010, however, only half was opened due to ongoing construction at the Marina Bay Sands. The bridge was fully opened on 18 July. It is located beside the Benjamin Sheares Bridge and is accompanied by a vehicular bridge, known as the Bayfront Bridge.

About 650 tonnes of duplex stainless steel and 1,000 tonnes of carbon steel were utilized to create the helix, which also helped the bridge take on its helix shape. Construction started in 2007. It was only partially accessible when it was formally launched on April 24, 2010. On July 18, 2010, the full bridge was opened, completing the Marina Bay walkway.

An international team of architects and engineers, including Singapore-based Architects 61 and Australian engineers Arup, created the Helix Bridge. A portion of the inner spiral incorporates canopies for pedestrian shade composed of fritted glass and perforated steel mesh. The bridge features four viewing platforms that are strategically placed and offer views of Marina Bay and the Singapore skyline. The double-helix construction of the bridge will be highlighted by a sequence of lights that illuminate it at night, giving tourists a unique visual experience.

Location: Marina Bay, Singapore

Architect: Australian architects, Cox Architecture, engineers Arup, and Architects 61