The North Section of M6 Metro Line has received the Building Permit

METROREX S.A. Announces the Obtaining of the Building Permit for Lot 1.2 of Metro Line 6, Marking a Significant Milestone in the Advancement of the “Bucharest International Airport Rail Access Link Project (M6 Metro Line. 1 Mai – Otopeni)” Project.

METROREX S.A. has successfully obtained the Building Permit for Lot 1.2 of M6 Metro Line, marking a crucial step forward in the “Bucharest International Airport Rail Access Link Project (M6 Metro Line. 1 Mai – Otopeni)” Project. This segment, known as the North Section, will connect Romania’s capital to its main air gateway, Henri Coandă International Airport, ensuring a vital link within the European transport network (TEN-T).

The construction is being carried out by the Gülermak Ağir Sanayi Insaat Ve Taahhüt A.S.-Somet SA Consortium under the design and execution contract signed with Metrorex S.A. for this section, which includes a 7.6 km route between Tokyo Station and Otopeni Airport.

At present, the Gülermak Ağir Sanayi Insaat Ve Taahhüt A.S.-Somet SA Consortium is preparing the Technical Execution Project necessary for issuing the Notice to Proceed with the construction works.

The North Section, Lot 1.2, spans a distance of 7.6 kilometers, including the stations Washington, Paris, Bruxelles, Otopeni, Ion I.C. Brătianu, and Aeroport Otopeni. This route will also include six interstation segments: Tokyo – Washington, Washington – Paris, Paris – Bruxelles, Bruxelles – Otopeni, Otopeni – Ion I.C. Brătianu, and Ion I.C. Brătianu – Aeroport Băneasa.

“Bucharest International Airport Rail Access Link Project (M6 Metro Line. 1 Mai – Otopeni)” Project is one of public utility and national interest, with the design and execution of the North Section financed by the state budget and external reimbursable funds – external credit from JICA (Japan International Cooperation Agency).

This new and rapid connection is designed for all residents of the capital, business professionals, commuters, and tourists, offering enhanced opportunities for business, travel, environmental sustainability, and quality of life. The new metro line will serve an area with a high demand for fast, safe, and efficient transportation, significantly improving traffic safety.