Rail & Road Bridge Inspections

Bridge Inspections

MW Engineers provides specialised structural inspection services for rail and road bridges, combining advanced non-invasive assessment methods with applied engineering expertise to support asset condition monitoring and lifecycle planning.

Our bridge inspection services include:

  • Drone-Based Visual Surveys - High-resolution aerial inspections to identify visible defects and surface degradation without the need for intrusive access.
  • Fibre Optic Monitoring Systems - Deployment of sensors for real-time load, strain, and deflection data to support long-term infrastructure health monitoring.
  • Engineering Condition Assessments - Detailed evaluations of structural integrity and performance, delivered with actionable recommendations aligned to asset management frameworks.


MW Engineers delivers these services in collaboration with the University of Melbourne, leveraging academic research, structural modelling, and independent analysis to strengthen assessment outcomes. This partnership supports pilot studies, applied field testing, and development of advanced evaluation methodologies for high-risk or ageing infrastructure.

All inspections are conducted by qualified engineers and documented in structured technical reports, prepared in accordance with ISO 9001, ISO 45001, and ISO 14001 standards.

bridge testing
Monitoring the dynamic behaviour of railway bridge (Woodend Eltham Rail Trestle Bridge) using Interferometric Radar (IBIS-S)

Bridge monitoring
Bridge structural health monitoring using Drone (Infrared thermography)

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