a bridge anywhere in the world. In June 2018 the franchise was awarded to Hammon's Holdings the proprietors of Scenic World for 20 years following a formal tender process. Pylon Lookout and Museum The Bridge's Pylon Museum and lookout houses the history and stories of the Sydney Harbour Bridge through exhibits and interactive displays. This includes the stories of the engineers, designers, skilled tradesmen and labourers and the 16 men that lost their lives during its construction. The exhibition also documents the events that took place and the people that participated in the Sydney Harbour Bridge's opening ceremony in 1932. The Pylon Lookout is also managed by BridgeClimb Sydney. Awards The company has received several accolades, including a world record for number of flags flown on a bridge recognised by Guinness World Records. In 2007, BridgeClimb was awarded best "Major Tourist Attraction" at the Qantas Australian Tourism Awards. Lonely Planet has recognised BridgeClimb Sydney as one of the world's top 10 'Biggest Adrenaline Rush' experiences as well as one of the '10 Best Things to Climb'. In 2011 and 2012, BridgeClimb was awarded 'Best Guided Tour in Australia' at the Australian Traveller Readers' Choice Awards. In 2016, BridgeClimb was awarded 'Best Guided Tour in Australia' by the Australian Traveller Reader's Choice Awards and best 'Major tourism Attraction' at the New South Wales Tourism Awards. References External links BridgeClimb official site Companies based in Sydney Travel and holiday companies of Australia Tourist attractions in Sydney 1998 establishments in Australia Adventure travel