BY NED GAGAHE
Ministry of Infrastructure Development’s (MID) Central Project Implementation Unit (CPIU) has announced that asphalt sealing works on the Down Kola Road (Graveyard Stretch) are progressing steadily by local contractor, EMCO.
According to a statement from MID, EMCO began the sealing works on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, and continued operations late into the night to ensure steady progress on one of Honiara’s most heavily used road sections.
“We are proud of EMCO’s proven capacity in asphalt works, supported by their modern fleet and experienced road crews,” MID said in a statement.
MID also extended appreciation to motorists and the public for their patience and cooperation during the ongoing road improvement works.
“A big thank you to all road users for observing traffic control during this road improvement phase,” the statement added.
The Down Kola Road sealing is part of a broader urban road improvement programme being implemented through funding support from the Australian Government under the National Transport Fund (NTF).
In a related update, the Ministry confirmed over the weekend via its official Facebook page that specific maintenance work on West Honiara’s sealed Lot 1 roads has now reached Mbuburu Road and is progressing towards the Central Bank of Solomon Islands (CBSI) Area in Mbokona.
The Lot 1 contract also includes Guppy Street, Island Jetty Road, Lengakiki Road, and the road leading to the Ministry of Mines and Forestry.
This road project, MID said, is funded through the National Transport Fund, with contribution from the Solomon Islands Government.
MID reaffirms its commitment to improve Honiara’s road infrastructure through timely maintenance and quality upgrades, ensuring safer and smoother travel for all road users.
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