East Coast Traffic Control (ECTC) recently completed a significant traffic management project for Queensland Rail in Rockhampton, ensuring the safe and efficient closure of the Bruce Highway. This major operation, which spanned over a weekend, required meticulous planning and execution to divert one of the city’s primary routes, demonstrating ECTC’s expertise and reliability in traffic control.
In preparation for this project, our dedicated Design team at ECTC spent six weeks planning and adjusting the Traffic Guidance Schemes (TGS) to meet the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) requirements. The planning phase included last-minute changes and a thorough review process to ensure all protocols were met.
The project deployment involved a team of 22 Traffic Controllers and 18 utes, working in rotation over a 36-hour period. The ECTC team worked closely with Queensland Police Service personnel and local taxi services to manage the closure seamlessly.
The full highway closure was successfully in place by mid-afternoon on Saturday. The project continued with both day and night crews, culminating in the reopening of the highway late in the evening on Sunday. The entire operation was completed without any major incidents, underscoring ECTC’s commitment to safety and efficiency.
Both Queensland Rail and TMR have praised the ECTC team for their outstanding performance during this project. The successful execution of the closure has reinforced ECTC’s reputation for reliability and excellence in traffic management. As a result, Queensland Rail has confirmed ECTC as their preferred provider for a larger project in the same area next year.
FAQs
What services does East Coast Traffic Control offer?
East Coast Traffic Control provides comprehensive traffic management and control services, including Traffic Management Plans (TMP), Traffic Guidance Schemes (TGS).
Where are ECTC’s depot locations?
ECTC has multiple depot locations across Queensland and central-west New South Wales, including Cairns, Townsville, Mackay, Rockhampton, Gladstone, Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, Hervey Bay, and Young NSW.
How can I request a traffic estimate?
You can request a traffic estimate by visiting our website and completing the estimate form with details such as your name, contact information, project location, and specific requirements.
What makes ECTC different from other traffic control companies?
ECTC is distinguished by its commitment to local hiring, investment in regional growth, 24/7 operating model, ISO Quality, Safety, and Environmental certifications, and its excellent safety record and reliability.
Who are some of ECTC’s clients and what do they say about the services?
For over 30 years ECTC has worked with various clients, including Queensland Rail, TMR, TfNSW and several local councils across the east coast. Clients commend ECTC for its professionalism, reliability, efficiency, and ability to handle large-scale projects without major incidents.
