Project description
The Sluiskiltunnel will be built alongside the present bridge over the Channel from Gent to Terneuzen. It is situated south from the Westerschelde tunnel and will provide a better connection between the harbours of Antwerp and Rotterdam. As this Channel is sailed by many Ocean Bulk Carriers the bridge is opened for 5 hours per day now. A new bored tunnel will provide a permanent available connection for the increasing (cargo) traffic. The Sluiskiltunnel is a 1600 m twin bored tunnel with a diameter of app. 11 m. and on both sides of the Channel ramps of about 300 m. The tunnel is built in soft subsoil in a poulder area.
Scope of work
- Preliminary Design of ramps, bored tunnels and technical installations
- Definition of Employers Requirements
- Cost estimates
- Competitive dialogue negotiations with contractors consortia
- Checking detailed design of contractor for ramps, bored tunnels and technical installations
- Commissioning of tunnel segments and TBM
- Construction supervision
Client
Kanaalkruising Sluiskil (KKS) BV
In co-operation with
Not applicable
Type of project
Country
The Netherlands
Location
Terneuzen
Project duration
2009-2015
Project phase
Preliminary & Detailed Design and Construction phase
Construction cost
300 mio EUR (excl. VAT)
Consultancy fee
EUR 3,2 mio (excl. VAT)