SBB Awards Contract for Tunnel Ligerz, Lot 2, to Joint Venture Led by Implenia
The SBB contract for lot 2 “Tunnel Ligerz” was assigned to joint venture IBD, consisting of the partners Implenia (lead), Bernasconi and De Luca. The total contract volume is 230 million euros. The contract comprises the 2.1 km long double-track tunnel, of which around 1850 m is excavated by mining methods and around 250 m by cut-and-cover, including concrete lining
and railway technology. In addition, four escape tunnels, a 114 m long viaduct for the exit of highway N5 and various additional structures are being built.
The excavated material will be transported by ship and the existing...
