Zohra Ali

Regional Infrastructure Segment Leader for EMEAI , Sherwin-Williams Protective & Marine Coatings

Zohra Ali is Regional Infrastructure Segment Leader for EMEAI at Sherwin-Williams Protective & Marine Coatings, focusing on the protection and long-term preservation of critical infrastructure. She works across bridges, highways and rail, collaborating with asset owners, engineers, consultants and contractors to address corrosion and lifecycle maintenance challenges. Her work draws on Sherwin-Williams’ extensive bridge track record, including the Forth Rail Bridge, Tower Bridge, Blackfriars Bridge and Menai Suspension Bridge, with a focus on extending asset life and delivering long-term value.

My Sessions at Day 2

Thursday 11 March 2027

09:45

Preserving a 200-Year-Old Bridge: Managing Unexpected Structural Challenges During the Restoration of the Menai Suspension Bridge

09:45 - 10:05

The Menai Suspension Bridge is a landmark of early engineering and still carries traffic between Anglesey and mainland Wales. This session describes the unexpected structural issues uncovered during its restoration and how the team responded.

  • What was found once work began, and why it was not visible before
  • Adapting plans while respecting the bridge’s heritage
  • Lessons for future work on historic suspension bridges

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