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Highway under construction in Cyprus From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
A8 is a highway under construction which is planned to connect the city of Limassol with Saittas.
A8 Motorway | ||||
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Limassol–Saittas Αυτοκινητόδρομος Λεμεσού–Σαίττα | ||||
Major junctions | ||||
From | Polemidia | |||
To | Saittas | |||
Location | ||||
Country | Cyprus | |||
Regions | Limassol District | |||
Highway system | ||||
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Phase A1 of the Limassol-Saitta motorway project focuses on the section between Polemidia and Palodia, spanning approximately 3.6 kilometres (2.2 mi). This phase involves the construction of essential infrastructure, including four roundabouts, a pedestrian crossing, an underpass, and retaining walls. The project, with an estimated cost of €26,126,000 + VAT, commenced construction on 19 September 2020, originally slated for completion by 13 March 2023.[1][2]
The anticipated second phase of the Limassol-Saitta motorway project has faced postponements, with its commencement now projected for 2025 instead of the initially planned 2024 start. Budgetary allocations for the year 2024 indicate a mere €50,000 earmarked for studies, reflecting a delay in crucial preparatory steps such as awaiting plans from the Land Registry and pending environmental assessments. Exacerbating the situation, unresolved issues with expropriations and environmental considerations, notably within NATURA-designated areas, have surfaced, necessitating additional studies and approvals.[1]
The Limassol-Saïtta motorway project consists of multiple phases, with Phase A commencing construction on 19 September 2020. Originally slated for completion by 13 March 2023, Phase A has faced extensions due to unforeseen challenges, with the latest extension pushing the completion date to mid-2024. Meanwhile, Phase B, scheduled for initiation in 2025, has also been impacted by delays.[3]
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