Increased Attention from Metrorex and Authorities for Traffic Flow Improvement in Bucharest and on DN1

Yesterday afternoon, at the coordination center of M6 Metro Line, in the main construction site organization near the future “Tokyo” metro station, an important operational meeting was held regarding traffic changes caused by the current and future construction sites of the M6 Metro Line, both in Bucharest and along DN1.

The meeting was organized by Metrorex S.A., together with the Project Supervisor – PADECO Co., Ltd., ORIENTAL CONSULTANTS GLOBAL Co., Ltd., and METROUL S.A. – and representatives from the Lot 1.1 Contractor, ALSIM ALARKO – MAKYOL (South Section, 1 Mai-Tokyo), and Lot 1.2 Contractor, GÜLERMAK – SOMET (North Section, Tokyo-Otopeni Airport). Also attending were the Prefect of Bucharest, Mugur Mihai Toader, and his team, along with representatives from Bucharest City Hall (PMB), the General Directorate of Police of Bucharest (DGPMB), the Traffic Police Department (DGPMB-BR), the Bucharest Transport Company (STB), and the Bucharest-Ilfov Public Transport Association (TPBI).

The parties discussed in detail the main issues related to traffic restrictions and deviations caused by construction works on the South (Lot 1.1) and North (Lot 1.2) Sections and analyzed efficient solutions to mitigate the impact of these changes on traffic in Bucharest and on DN1.

Another important topic on the meeting’s agenda, raised by the Contractors, Beneficiary, and Supervisor, was the need for swift approval from the authorities, primarily for traffic deviations, but also for other necessary approvals to minimize delays and additional costs, and to limit the construction time.

All parties agreed to join forces to support the implementation of the M6 project as planned, with minimal impact on traffic participants and residents. They also agreed to schedule regular future meetings to stay informed and to address any issues that may arise during the construction process.

“Bucharest International Airport Rail Access Link Project (Metro Line 6. 1 Mai – Otopeni)” is a project of public utility, of national interest, according to Government Decision no. 496/2017, with subsequent amendments and additions, which ensures the mobility needs of people through the development of the Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T).

M6 is a project for Romania!