Gateway to Bruce Hwy upgrade: Temporary Traffic Management
The Gateway to Bruce Highway Upgrade (G2BU) is one of Queensland’s most significant road infrastructure projects. It upgrades the interchange connecting the Gateway Motorway and Bruce Highway at Nudgee, north of Brisbane. The project was delivered under an Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) model. Acciona Construction Australia Pty Ltd and Bielby Holdings Pty Ltd delivered the […]
How we use tech: 12d
12d is one of those tools that people tend to have a strong opinion about. Some pick it up quickly and see the value straight away. Others find it clunky and hard to work with. I’ve seen both sides of that over the years I’ve been working in the industry. At Marvel Engineers, we’ve built […]
Understanding road drainage
When the rain hits the road, effective road drainage keeps traffic moving safely, protects pavements and reduces impacts on surrounding communities. Often hidden from view, road drainage is one of the most complex elements of road infrastructure. Here, we break down the key components of road drainage — from general design considerations and aquaplaning to […]
Caboolture River Road upgrade
The Caboolture River Road (CRR) upgrade was delivered in collaboration with and on behalf of the City of Moreton Bay (CMB). The project plays a key role in improving traffic capacity, road safety and active transport connections in the growing Caboolture and Morayfield corridor. Key features of the Caboolture River Road upgrade included: Widening Caboolture […]
Road Safety Audits explained
Road Safety Audits (RSA) are a critical component of any road infrastructure project. An RSA is defined by Austroads Guide to Road Safety (AGRS) Part 6 as a formal examination of a future road or traffic project or an existing road, in which an independent, qualified team reports on the project’s crash potential and actual […]
Steve Irwin Way Road Safety Audit
Marvel Engineers was engaged by Westera Partners to deliver a Road Safety Audit (RSA) on a 1.9km section of Steve Irwin Way in Beerwah, Queensland. Marvel conducted the RSA following the opening of the upgraded Halcyon Dales development access and associated road and footpath modifications. The audit aimed to identify potential safety issues within the […]
Engineering Explained: Temporary Traffic Management
Upgrading an existing road has its challenges. Managing the risks associated with providing the optimal level of safety for people working in or near traffic, combined with the need to provide a safe road environment for all road users are important factors. Here we will discuss effective Temporary Traffic Management (TTM). What is Temporary Traffic […]
BIM and ISO19650: The nuance of naming
Naming is something I’m passionate about because when you get it right it makes everything on a project easier. Here I will explain the ISO19650 standard (the international standard for Information Management using BIM) on naming. Having a standard for naming is really helpful, and on the surface, it makes it seem simple. All you […]
BIM demystified: Making sense of the acronym
BIM. Building Information Modelling/Building Information Model/Building Information Management. All these terms are commonly used under the heading of BIM but which one is correct? Starting out in BIM was confusing to me and it didn’t become any clearer when I started talking to other people in the industry about – it seemed all these terms […]
Engineering explained: Park n Rides
Park ‘n’ rides are a vital part of South East Queensland’s (SEQ) public transport network. As our communities grow and travel behaviours evolve, the need for accessible, efficient, and well-integrated transport options becomes more important than ever. With the introduction of 50 cent fares and a strong pipeline of public transport projects, we’re seeing a […]