BY CHARLES STENNETT
The road sealing works on the seaside section of the road corridor between the Point Cruz Hotbread Roundabout and the Honiara Central Market are progressing well and is expected to be completed by the end of this week and will be reopened to traffic while construction activities will be shifted to the landside section as the project continues towards its completion.
A statement from the Land and Maritime Connectivity Project, (LMCP),), yesterday said the landside road improvement works are the last significant activities under the project that will result in the completion of about 4.8 kilometres of road within Honiara City from the MID-HCC roundabout to the White River Bridge.
The statement said the main works are expected to be completed by August after which finishing-off works such as streetlights and road signs and markings will follow.
Acting Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID), Mike Qaqara, said the ministry is encouraged by the progress being achieved and thanks the public for their patience, understanding, and cooperation throughout the construction period.
“The Ministry is pleased with the progress made so far on this important road improvement project.
“We understand that road works can cause temporary inconvenience to motorists, businesses, and the travelling public, and we sincerely thank everyone for their patience and understanding. Once completed, these improvements will provide a safer, smoother, and more reliable road corridor for all users.
“This section of road is one of the busiest routes in Honiara, and the upgrade will significantly improve traffic flow, road safety, and driving conditions for the thousands of people who use it every day,” he said.
Mr. Qaqara said the ministry is working with the contractor to ensure the project is completed efficiently and meets required standards.
“We are working closely with the contractor and supervising engineers to ensure the project is completed efficiently and meets the required quality standards. We encourage members of the public to continue observing all traffic management measures and to exercise caution when travelling through work zones as construction progresses,” Mr. Qaqara said.
The ministry acknowledges the efforts of all those involved who have been working diligently to deliver the project while managing the challenges associated with carrying out road works in a busy urban environment.
Meanwhile, road users are advised to continue exercising caution when travelling through construction areas and to follow the directions of traffic controllers and project signage at all times to ensure the safety of workers, motorists, and pedestrians.
The road upgrade works is part of the Land and Maritime Connectivity Project jointly funded by the Asian Development Bank, (ADB),) and the Solomon Islands Government (SIG).
The project is designed to improve road connectivity, strengthen transport infrastructure resilience, enhance road safety, and support economic growth in Honiara and across the Solomon Islands.
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