Four New Garbage Collection Trucks Arrive
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment announced the “arrival of a new cohort of garbage collection trucks, marking a step forward in supporting Bermuda’s waste management infrastructure.”
A Government spokesperson said, ““The new vehicles — four in total — were recently delivered to the Marsh Folly waste facility in Pembroke, where the Hon. Jache Adams, Minister of Public Works and Environment, conducted an inspection and met with frontline crews.”
Kirk Outerbridge, Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Public Works and Environment; Donnell Bailey, Supervisory Foreman, Solid Waste Management – Waste Collections; Mark Husdan, Solid Waste Manager, Works & Engineering and Minister Jache Adams
“These new additions represent a meaningful investment in the efficiency and reliability of Bermuda’s public waste collection services,” said Minister Adams.
“Garbage collection is a vital public service, and we are committed to ensuring our teams have the tools and resources they need to get the job done.”
The spokesperson said, “The newly acquired trucks, which are expected to enter active service by the end of the week, are built with more robust engineering than previous models, specifically selected for their durability and suitability to Bermuda’s unique climate and road conditions.
“With enhanced mechanical reliability and a design tailored for long-term performance, these vehicles are expected to improve overall service continuity across the Island.
“Minister Adams took the opportunity to commend the dedicated staff of the Department of Works and Engineering’s Waste Management section, praising their commitment to weekly residential garbage collection — even during periods when the fleet faced strain due to operational constraints.”
“Our crews have worked tirelessly to maintain service standards for the public, often under demanding circumstances,” the Minister said.
“Their professionalism and dedication have not gone unnoticed, and with the introduction of these new trucks, we are better equipped to support them in their vital roles.”
The spokesperson said, “The Ministry reaffirms its commitment to continuous improvement and investment in Bermuda’s public services. These new trucks underscore a forward-looking approach to ensuring sustainable, reliable waste collection for all residents.”
But these four trucks are not electric!!!
These workers are underappreciated. But I always hand them Christmas cards with cash. Something for everyone to consider because, let’s face it, you would not want that job!
They used to get paid $40/hour. That should show appreciation or was that only the City of Hamilton rate?
Great Job ,
Great News News,
they look awesome !
Does this mean we can go back to twice a week collections? Never saw a tax break for that! Having trash out is adding to our growing rat infestation which the government does nothing about!
So four new labour intensive (expensive to operate) trash trucks have been bought needing a crew of three.
Think how much money could be saved if, where possible, dumpsters could be put at the end of estate roads and trucks needing only a driver used to pick up the dumpster, dump it, and carry on to the next dumpster.
Of course this would require more effort on the residents part to use the dumpster but they would be able get rid of trash any day they like.
The BIU would not like these trash trucks either. Labour savings to taxpayers would far exceed the cost of the dumpster handling trucks.
So what happens when the dumpster is full Drifter and others put stuff in it.
Get it right dood.
Great news just in time to remove the remains of the obaubpers. Back to the dump you go.
Sooo – does this mean trash collection will be 2 days instead of 1???
Ummmm…the truck comes around and empties the dumpster obviously.
It would not take long to see which dumpsters need more than a once a week dumping. My only concern is abuse by people. Bermudians have proven over and over that they can’t have nice things. These dumpsters would be for household trash but you can bet that people will put anything that will fit into them such as stuff that should be taken to Tynes Bay.
You see abuse already with the slobs who dump household trash at bus shelters. Pure lazyness.
You as usual miss the point.Trucks don’t come everyday; three times a day.Where do you live man.Get real.