Momentous construction to begin soon on Hungary’s southernmost Danube bridge

Construction on the Mohács Danube Bridge is set to commence in mid-October, following the official opening of the site at the end of September.

756-metre-long Danube bridge

The project, overseen by Duna Aszfalt Ltd, will involve the construction of a 756-metre-long bridge between Mohács and Újmohács. This will be Hungary’s southernmost bridge across the Danube. The project also includes the development of 28.8 kilometres of main roads, the construction of 13 reinforced concrete bridges, and other related infrastructure. A two-lane road will be built on the lowland side, while a four-lane road will be constructed on the Transdanubian side. Preparatory works, including archaeological excavations and demining, are expected to begin later this year, with major construction activities slated to start in early 2024.

According to MagyarÉpítők, preparations began in August when the contract between the Ministry of Construction and Transport and the contractor came into effect. Once the work permit is issued in October, construction will officially begin. Initial tasks, such as land acquisition and securing necessary permits, are already underway.

The new Danube bridge structure will consist of three spans with varying distances between the supports. It will feature steel arch bridges and suspension girders arranged in a grid pattern. The design was managed by SPECIÁLTERV Ltd, with major subcontractors including FŐMTERV Ltd, responsible for designing the road bridge, and UVATERV Ltd, which provided independent structural engineering services. Throughout the construction process, there will be a strong focus on employing modern technologies and enhancing energy efficiency, both of which are crucial for the project’s long-term sustainability.

Project objectives

The project aims to improve transport links between the two sides of the Danube and provide modern infrastructure to support the region’s development. This investment will not only stimulate the local economy but also contribute significantly to modernising the transport network in the region.

You can read more details about the Mohács bridge here: Hungary to build new Danube bridge with a budget of EUR 1 billion

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