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The Building Permit has been issued for the architectural works, track works, electromechanical and low-voltage installations for M6 Metro Line

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Metrorex announces that the Building Permit has been issued for the “Bucharest International Airport Rail Access Link Project (Metro Line 6. 1 Mai – Otopeni)”, covering the architectural works, the trackwork and the electromechanical and low-current installations.

The document marks the next major step in implementing the M6 Metro Line project, one of the most important public transport infrastructure projects in Romania and an integral part of the trans-European transport network TEN-T.

The value of the authorised works, excluding VAT, amounts to 1,037,578,107.47 lei, and the construction period is 31 months, calculated from the date the works actually begin. The works will be carried out by the joint venture SOMET S.A. – SALCEF GROUP – THEDA MAR S.A. – TIAB S.A. – UTI CONSTRUCTION AND FACILITY MANAGEMENT S.A. – ALTIMATE S.A., with SOMET S.A. as joint venture’s leader.

At present, the civil works are on going along the entire length of the future M6 Metro Line alignment. On the SOUTH SECTION, covering the distance between 1 Mai – Tokyo future metro stations, the civil works have reached 66%, while on the NORTH SECTION, the section between Tokyo – Aeroport Otopeni future metro stations, the civil works stand at 32%.

The progress made by the two operational TBMs is as follows:

– TBM “Sfânta Maria” (Line 2): has completed more than 2,819 linear metres of tunnel and installed 1,875 rings;

– TBM “Sfânta Ana” (Line 1): has completed more than 2,122 linear metres of tunnel and installed 1,410 rings.

“Bucharest International Airport Rail Access Link Project (Metro Line 6. 1 Mai – Otopeni)” is a public utility project of national interest, in accordance with Government Decision no. 496/2017, contributing to the development of the trans-European transport network. M6 Metro Line is a project for Romania! Follow the official website www.magistrala6.ro for updated information.

Yours sincerely,

DIRECTOR GENERAL,

Mariana MICLĂUȘ

Traffic changes at the access to the Băneasa Shopping Complex, due to works on M6 Metro Line

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From 24 April, traffic changes will be introduced in the access area leading from the DN1 to the Băneasa Shopping Centre, due to works on the future Tokyo metro station, which is part of the M6 Metro Line, 1 Mai – Otopeni project.

These interventions are needed in order to build the infrastructure of the new station, including its accesses and pedestrian connections.

Planned works: an underground pedestrian passageway will be built beneath Pană Buescu Street. It will serve Access B of Tokyo metro station, located in the IKEA car park area, allowing passengers to reach the station safely.

Traffic changes: for an estimated period of about seven months, the route of Pană Buescu Street will be altered before the roundabout under the road overpass, in order to divert traffic and allow the works to be carried out.

  • The overpass slip road will remain unchanged, with the existing vehicle accesses maintained;
  • Pedestrian traffic will be ensured safely, on prepared pavements and via signposted pedestrian crossings;
  • Viorel Ciurea Street will be connected to the DN1, providing an additional exit route from the Băneasa Shopping Complex.

The works are being carried out on the basis of the approvals issued by the competent institutions, namely the National Company for Road Infrastructure Administration (CNAIR), the General Inspectorate of the Romanian Police (IGPR), the Technical Traffic Commission of Bucharest City Hall and the Bucharest Traffic Police Brigade.

We thank traffic participants for their understanding.

Temporary traffic restrictions at the Piața Presei Libere underpass

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Access to the Piața Presei Libere underpass will be restricted on the nights of 21/22 April and 22/23 April 2026, between 11:00 pm and 05:00 am.

The restrictions are needed in order to install topographic equipment in the area of the future Piața Montreal metro station, on the South Section of the future M6 Metro Line. As part of these activities, survey reference points will be installed and used for the structural monitoring of the underpass and of the buildings within the zone of influence. The works are being carried out with the approval of the competent authorities.

Outside the periods indicated, traffic through the underpass will run normally.

Traffic on the carriageway outside the underpass will not be restricted and will not be diverted.

In order to reduce the impact on road traffic and the inconvenience to traffic participants, the works are being carried out at night only.

The works will be signposted in accordance with legal requirements, and once the activities are completed the road will be reopened and the road signs will be restored to their original state.

We thank traffic participants for their understanding.

Traffic diversion in Otopeni for the works at the future Bruxelles metro station

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In the context of the works for the future Bruxelles metro station, part of the M6 Metro Line project (1 Mai – Otopeni), new traffic measures will be introduced in the Otopeni area.

For an estimated period of about a year and a half, traffic on Oașului Street will be closed in the area of the future Bruxelles station site. Traffic will be diverted onto a newly built bridge, with two traffic lanes of 3 metres each, which will provide the link with the DN1 through the McDonald’s car park area, on the Oașului Street – DN1 – Otopeni route.

The extension of the site facilities will be carried out without affecting traffic on Șoseaua București–Ploiești (DN1).

At this stage, works will be carried out to relocate the utility networks, including electricity, water, sewerage and district heating. For the safety of pedestrians, a temporary pavement will be provided.

Motorists are asked to drive with caution and to observe the temporary road signs, as well as the instructions of the traffic controllers in the area.

The works are being carried out with the approval of CNAIR and of IGPR – the Road Directorate.

The M6 Metro Line: 1 Mai – Otopeni project is declared a public utility project of national interest, in accordance with Government Decision no. 496/2017. The new metro line will provide the direct link between Gara de Nord and Henri Coandă International Airport Otopeni, contributing to the development of the trans-European transport network and to improved mobility in the Bucharest – Ilfov metropolitan area.

T.U.C.B. students visit the M6 Metro Line site: a practical course about the future metro to Otopeni

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Third-year students from the Technical University of Civil Engineering Bucharest – Faculty of Railways, Roads and Bridges took part today in a study visit to the M6 Metro Line construction site, within an open lesson organised by the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure in partnership with Metrorex.

The visit was initiated by the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure, as part of its efforts to strengthen collaboration with academic community and to support the training of future specialists in the field.

Together with Mariana Ioniță, Secretary General within the ministry, the students received detailed technical information about the project and were encouraged to develop their skills through ongoing dialogue with industry professionals.

The visit took place on the work site of the future Gara Băneasa metro station, where the participants had the opportunity to observe the actual construction processes. Representatives of the contractor gave technical explanations about the works on going, including the operation of the TBMs “Sfânta Maria” and “Sfânta Ana”, used to build the tunnels.

The site specialists presented the current stages of the project and the technologies used, giving the students a practical perspective on how large-scale metro infrastructure works are carried out.

The meeting enabled a valuable exchange of ideas between students and construction and public transport investment professionals. The discussions ended on an optimistic note, with participants expressing confidence in the projects that will help improve urban mobility.

M6 Metro Line will be the first direct, rapid link between Gara de Nord and Henri Coandă International Airport (Otopeni), integrating air, rail and road transport into a modern and efficient system.

The project includes:
• 14.2 km of double track
• 12 modern stations
• 12 new trains

The line will offer a fast, safe and comfortable solution for residents and tourists alike, contributing to the development of an essential mobility corridor between the airport and the centre of the capital.

Study visit on M6: future leaders in direct contact with major infrastructure projects

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The Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure, together with Metrorex, hosted a study visit focusing on the extension of the metro network and the challenges of urban mobility, at the request of the Academy of Public Leadership – Future Romania, through the Vintilă Brătianu Association.

The event gave participants the opportunity to gain a close understanding of the essential stages of a major infrastructure project, from rigorous planning through to actual implementation. The emphasis was on the importance of attention to detail and of sound execution, decisive factors in the success of investments on this scale.

M6 Metro Line, one of the most important projects currently under construction, was the focal point of the visit. The project is financed from European and government funds and through the support provided by JICA (the Japan International Cooperation Agency).

The participants visited the site of the future Gara Băneasa metro station, where they could see at first hand how the works are carried out and how complex the management of a large urban infrastructure project is. The visit proved a valuable experience for the participants, giving them a practical perspective on the development of urban transport and inspiring them to contribute actively to the future of infrastructure in Romania.

T.U.C.B. students visit the M6 Metro Line construction site

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Engineering is one of the fields in which theory and practice complement each other in an essential way, and direct contact with the construction site becomes an important stage in the training of future specialists.

In this context, fourth-year students from the Technical University of Civil Engineering Bucharest – Faculty of Railways, Roads and Bridges took part in a study visit organised by the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure together with Metrorex, in order to observe the works on M6 Metro Line at close quarters.

During the visit they were accompanied by Mrs Mariana Ioniță, Secretary General within the ministry, who gave them information about the progress of the project and encouraged them to keep developing their knowledge by working with specialists in the field.

The visit took place on the site of the future Gara Băneasa metro station, where representatives of the contractor presented technical aspects and construction processes to the students. They also had the opportunity to observe the work of the TBMs “Sfânta Maria” and “Sfânta Ana”, which are building the tunnels on the SOUTH Section.

The experience offered a valuable practical perspective on a major infrastructure project and strengthened the students’ confidence that the profession they are training for plays an essential role in the development of Romania.

Spring has arrived on the metro: flowers, mărțișoare and good news

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Spring has made itself felt on the Bucharest metro network too. Metrorex representatives welcomed women passengers with flowers and mărțișoare, offering spring greetings and bringing extra colour and joy to the metro stations.

The initiative is part of the tradition of celebrating the arrival of spring and sending good wishes to all passengers.

Passengers arriving at Piața Unirii 1 station can stop for a spring photograph. A special “instagrammable” board has been set up there for the season.

📍 Location: Metrorex Central Control Room, Piața Unirii 1 station, next to the Pupils and Students ticket office.

Metrorex and the M6 project team wish all passengers a beautiful spring and many pleasant journeys by metro. 🌷

Progress on M6: TBM “Sfânta Ana” breaks through at Gara Băneasa station

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March has begun on the SOUTH Section with the completion of the second tunnel segment, roughly 2 km long, between the future Tokyo, Aeroport Băneasa and Gara Băneasa metro stations, on Line 1.

TBM “Sfânta Ana” has excavated 2,006 metres and installed 1,334 tunnel rings, making a decisive contribution to the progress of the works.
With high-performance TBMs and sustained effort, we are building a new metro line for Bucharest, step by step.

The length of the metro tunnel that TBM “Sfânta Ana” will complete up to 1 Mai station is 6.6 km.

Prompt intervention on Tipografilor Street, in the area of the M6 Metro Line site

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Following press reports regarding the incident that occurred yesterday, 26 February, in the vicinity of the construction site at Gara Băneasa, Metrorex states that it was caused – independently of the works on M6 Metro Line – by a crack in a water pipe belonging to the potable water supplier and the sewerage service operator.
The water ingress affected the road surface at the entrance to Tipografilor Street, at the junction with Șoseaua București–Ploiești. The area was closed off immediately, and the water operator intervened to turn off the supply to the damaged pipe.
The contractor for the South Section of M6 Metro Line immediately began stabilisation works, pouring approximately 150 cubic metres of fluid concrete into the cavity that had formed.

The situation has been remedied and is being monitored, with all the necessary safety measures in place.