Summary sheet
The project concerns the construction of 68 km of a new motorway, widening and/or adaptation of 59 km of an existing road to motorway standards, and improvements of 149 km of an existing road as well as the transfer of responsibility for operation and maintenance for 71 km of existing road forming a 347 km long road network in the south of Portugal connecting the cities of Sines, Beja, Evora, Setubal and Castro Verde.
To promote regional development, promote the connection between Sines Harbour to the future Beja International Airport and Spain, with motorway cross-sections. To reduce travel times and vehicles operating costs, and enhancing safety.
During appraisal, the Bank will review the EIA process adopted currently by the grantor to confirm that it complies with applicable EU Directives, domestic legislation, and any relevant international conventions to which Portugal is party. Appraisal will also cover the proposed arrangements, as prescribed in the concession agreement or otherwise, for any further assessment, design, implementation, operation and monitoring activities that seek to avoid or mitigate negative environmental or social impacts.
The Bank will review the procurement process during appraisal to confirm that it complies with the applicable EU Directive.