Release date: 16 October 2006
Promoter – Financial Intermediary
Republic of PolandLocation
Description
Rehabilitation of national road network in Poland to enhance structural capacity and to improve the ride quality in relation to increasing traffic demand.
Objectives
The project will contribute to increasing efficiency of road transport in Poland at a time when the existing road network has been severely strained by high growth in vehicle ownership and traffic. It will improve travel times, vehicle operating costs and safety conditions, as well as benefit the urban environment.
Sector(s)
Proposed EIB finance (Approximate amount)
EUR 300 million.
Total cost (Approximate amount)
EUR 600 million.
Environmental aspects
The environmental impact is expected to be relatively low as all works are within the existing rights-of-way. Environmental issues will be reviewed to ensure that components to be supported by the Bank do not affect any sensitive areas or have any other significant negative impact. Attention will be also paid to ensure that appropriate mitigation measures will be implemented wherever necessary.
Procurement
Compliance with EC directives and national legislation and guidelines will be assessed during the appraisal.
Status
Signed - 30/07/2007