What We Do


The key departments of the Programme for Upgrading Roads Efficiency Unit are as follows:
  • Draughting Department
  • P.U.R.E. Surveying Department
  • The Health, Safety and Environment Department
  • The P.U.R.E. Laboratory
  • The Outcomes and Research Unit
  • The Project Management Support Unit 

The Programme for Upgrading Roads Efficiency Unit is responsible for undertaking six work categories aligned to the Unit's strategic objectives:

IMPLEMENTING TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT MEASURES

  • The expansion of existing infrastructure to enhance road capacity and accessibility, prevent traffic congestion and improve the safety of drivers and pedestrians.

PROVIDING ALTERNATIVE ACCESS ROUTES

  • PURE plans and constructs alternative access around road construction sites to minimize traffic congestion through central business districts.

REINSTATING AND STABILIZING FAILED SLOPES

  • The PURE Unit works is responsible for slope stabilization  to ensure the linkages between communities.

IMPROVING EXISTING ROAD INFRASTRUCTURE

  • Through the implementation of a strategic road rehabilitation programme, it is anticipated that at least 80% of the Ministry’s road network will be upgraded to provide optimal service. Simultaneously, the upgrade of local government and orphaned roads will ensure a consistent road connectivity throughout the nation.

REBUILDING BRIDGES

  • The PURE unit has consistently undertaken the planning, design, construction and repairs of national bridges and road network in keeping with its mandate.

CONSTRUCTING PEDESTRIAN OVERPASSES

  • The  PURE Unit is responsible for constructing pedestrian overpasses to keep all road users safe.