Work on the Prut bridge complex at Ungheni, an integral part of the Union Motorway (A8), has progressed with the installation of the first steel deck elements on the Moldovan bank and the welding of the final components on the Romanian side. The cross-border project will provide a motorway-standard road connection between Iași County and Ungheni District, with the contract value financed through the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) amounting to EUR 28.94 million excluding VAT.
The complex consists of two parallel composite steel-concrete bridges, the longest measuring 261.20 meters, with the steel deck spanning a total of 242 meters. In total, 44 steel elements manufactured in Satu Mare, Romania, will be installed across the two carriageways. Each direction will feature an 8-meter-wide roadway and a 2.05-meter protected sidewalk. The contract, executed by contractor Ness Proiect Europe, also includes the construction of a border crossing point equipped with parking facilities for heavy goods vehicles and passenger cars. The execution duration shows discrepancies in public communications, cited as 18 months in site documents and 24 months in statements by CNAIR management, with a 10-year warranty period for the works.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the value of the Ungheni Prut bridge contract?
The contract is valued at EUR 28.94 million excluding VAT and is funded via the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF).
Who is the contractor building the bridge?
The project is being constructed by the contractor Ness Proiect Europe.
What are the technical dimensions of the bridge complex?
It consists of two parallel bridges with a maximum length of 261.20 meters, 8-meter-wide carriageways per direction, and 44 steel deck segments.