Russian connection to be constructed

The new eastern bypass for Khabarovsk in Russia is being discussed by the local authorities. The 30km highway will feature four lanes and will connect the Chita - Khabarovsk (M-58) and Khabarovsk - Vladivostok (M-60) highways. It will also link with roads in the city at nine interchanges. The highway will have a speed limit of 140km/h. The project will be run on a public-private partnership basis and will cost US$540 million. The government will provide 20-25% of the finances required, with the rest coming
April 19, 2012 Read time: 1 min
The new eastern bypass for Khabarovsk in Russia is being discussed by the local authorities. The 30km highway will feature four lanes and will connect the Chita - Khabarovsk (M-58) and Khabarovsk - Vladivostok (M-60) highways. It will also link with roads in the city at nine interchanges. The highway will have a speed limit of 140km/h. The project will be run on a public-private partnership basis and will cost US$540 million. The government will provide 20-25% of the finances required, with the rest coming from private sources. A number of firms have already shown an interest in the project. The toll road will be operated under a concession basis.

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