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George River Bridge Officially Reopened
The people of Mavis Bank and adjoining communities and persons passing through the area are now able to access the Georges River Bridge. The bridge, located in Violet Bank, was renovated by the National Works Agency (NWA) at a cost of 21 million dollars. It’s been expanded to 36 feet and can now accommodate two large vehicles simultaneously. Prime Minister Andrew Holness...
Hagley Park Update: Ministry of Transport to implement New Technology to deter Traffic Violations
As part of efforts to help commuters remain safe as they travel, the Ministry of Transport is looking to make greater use of technology in enforcing the road rules and improving overall road safety. The use of technology is expected to reduce the burden placed on members of the security forces to serve as a deterrent against traffic violations, and to...
MIDP Updates & Drain Works In South Eastern Parishes
There are multiple projects happening across the island under the Major Infrastructure Development Programme MIDP, and it’s time for a progress report on the Camp Road and Barbican Projects. Starting with works on Camp Road in Kingston, so far works on the busy corridor, which sees over 22 thousand vehicles daily, are currently at over 51 per cent completion. Works on that...
St Elizabeth Drainage Works and Spanish Town Bridge Access
Effective drainage systems are a key feature of proper road management, in relation to preserving the lifespan of the road and the quality. In light of this, the National Works Agency, NWA will be executing drainage works across several roadways in St. Elizabeth. The 12 million dollar project is expected to affect 7 communities in the bread basket parish.
Mandela Changes Drain Cleaning And St James Road Repairs
Making commuting easier is a big part of what the NWA does and as such, it has begun works to improve the movement of traffic on one of the nation’s busiest thoroughfares – Mandela Highway. The NWA is undertaking roadworks to improve the experience of motorists attempting to enter Portmore from the Mandela Highway via the Old Ackee Village road during...
National Works Agency in the final stage of completion of Ferris to Mackfield Road Improvement Project
Work on the Ferris to Mackfield Improvement Project is on the brink of completion as the National Works Agency is in the final stages of executing the project. All major activities have been completed on the 24.9 Million US dollar contract which involves the rehabilitation of 13 kilometres of roadway. The Ferris to Mackfield Project involves the extensive widening and...
Drain Cleaning Works Paradise Bridge Works & Institution Drive Restrictions
As Jamaica gears up for the Atlantic Hurricane Season, the National Works Agency (NWA) continues to roll out its three pronged island wide drain cleaning exercise.
Road Works: Ferris To Mackfield & Junction Updates
By the end of this summer, motorists travelling through Westmoreland should be enjoying a much smoother travel experience along the Ferris to Mackfield road, as improvement works on the thoroughfare are currently at over 86 percent completion.
Constant Spring Road and Hagley Park
Many of you are probably wondering what’s happening with the Constant Spring Road Improvement Project, especially business owners and persons who frequent the area.