Ulric Trotz
Dr. Ulric Trotz is a veteran engineer known for his expertise in structural engineering and safety standards. Recently, he has been in the news for advocating that the New Demerara Harbour Bridge undergo load testing to ensure its safety and integrity before it is opened to the public. Trotz emphasizes that such testing is a critical step in adhering to global engineering norms and mitigating potential risks associated with the bridge's use.
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Recent news mentions
Dr Ulric Trotz urged that the bridge undergo load testing after completion to meet global standards.
New Demerara River Bridge to be inaugurated Sunday
Guyana· 2025-10-01
Dr Ulric Trotz raised concerns about the decision not to have load testing for the bridge.
Load testing - Stabroek NewsGuyana· 2025-08-30
Dr Ulric Trotz urged that the phase of load testing not be bypassed and recommended that the bridge undergo load testing after it is completed.
New Demerara Harbour Bridge will be completed on schedule – EdghillGuyana· 2025-08-21
Veteran scientist Dr Ulric Trotz urged that the phase not be bypassed and recommended that the bridge undergo load testing after it is completed.
Edghill adamant that no load testing needed for new harbour bridgeGuyana· 2025-07-23
Veteran engineer Dr Ulric Trotz is recommending that the New Demerara Harbour Bridge undergo load testing after it is completed in keeping with global standards.
New harbour bridge should be load tested in keeping with global standards – TrotzGuyana· 2025-07-14