Ministry of Transport in North Rhine-Westphalia allocates a 34-million-euro fund for railway building in Osterath
The long-awaited road construction project around the rail underpass in Osterath has received a significant boost, with the NRW Transport Ministry approving a 34-million-euro funding package. This development comes after the project was previously "on hold" due to unsecured financing.
The construction work on the Osterath project, which includes access ramps and a large roundabout under the tracks, is now scheduled to begin in the summer of 2026. The tendering process for the major contract, a crucial step towards the actual construction, is expected to be published in mid-September.
Mayor Christian Bommers expressed his satisfaction with the turn of events, stating that their persistence in pushing for the continuation of the construction work in Osterath is finally paying off. He had emphasized the importance of the project during a meeting with NRW Transport Minister Oliver Krischer in May.
The Osterath project was released for tendering as a "special case decision" by the NRW Transport Ministry. While the mayor acknowledged that they have been chosen for the project, he also stressed that it's not guaranteed until the tendering process is complete.
The confirmation from the ministry has been received by Mayor Christian Bommers, who had expressed hope at the beginning of the year that things would turn out as they are now. The start of construction work next year will significantly improve the transportation infrastructure in Osterath, making it more efficient and safer for its residents.
Despite the positive news, there is no evidence in the provided search results that anyone had a personal confrontation with NRW Transport Minister Oliver Krischer in May regarding the progress of the construction project in Osterath. The project is moving forward as planned, and the community of Osterath looks forward to the improvements it will bring.
