Behind the scenes of the Somme Canal Bridge

The Somme Canal Bridge represents nearly 3 years of studies and dialogue to arrive at the design-build project which was selected in February 2026.

In this first episode of the new series "Behind the Scenes of the Somme Canal Bridge" , relive the highlights of this collective adventure.

Discover the combined perspectives of the project owner, the Seine-Nord Europe Canal Company:

• Eric Vachet, Sector Director of the Somme Canal Bridge
• Etienne ChaputPublic Procurement Officer

And from the Canalieau group of companies:

• Gilles Ponce, Sales Director, Bouygues Construction
• Christophe ChéronArchitect at Lavigne Chéron Architects
• Michel virlogeux, Expert engineer and designer of the Millau Viaduct and the Normandy Bridge
• Thaïs FoucaultProject Manager, Bouygues Construction