A $200,000 project to restore the clocks and tide mechanisms on the Clocktower Mall in Dockyard has been completed.

The successful completion of the initiative comes as new energy efficient LED lighting has also been installed throughout the historic area.

Replacement work for the clock was carried out by the Electric Time Company of Massachusetts, who made the most modern tower clock in Bermuda at the headquarters of Chubb Insurance on Pitts Bay Road.

The new mechanisms were installed by Crisson Construction over the course of about two weeks as the old mechanism had to be taken out first. The original clock and one of the original dials are now on exhibit at the National Museum of Bermuda.

“The electrical mechanisms were put in about 30 years ago and had worn out,” general manager of the West End Development Corporation, Andrew Dias, said. “The hands and the dials on the faces also needed replacing. It is good to see them back, they were like old friends.

“The clock used to be called the four faced liar, as each side would tell a slightly different time. Of course, clocking off was never timed by the slowest hand.”

The new LED lighting was installed at a cost of approximately $1 million and was needed as the existing lighting system was showing signs of wear and tear.

Mr Dias added: “We believe the lighting is in keeping with the historic nature of the area and will significantly add to its atmosphere.

“It will also mean that the whole area will be better lit, but not too brightly, and it will help to really showcase everything there is to offer in Dockyard.”