The bridge was established by Ok Tedi Mining Ltd (OTML), under the Ok Tedi Infrastructure Tax Credit Scheme program. The old bridge was damaged in 2006, preventing locals from accessing vital government services including health and education, since.
The bridge was officially opened by OTML Managing Director & CEO, Musje Werror, witnessed by OTML staff and community leaders from the six villages of Kumgit, Ankit, Okteditau, Nioksikwi, Derongo, and Boungkim.
