Anticipated delay in the commencement of Fehmarnbelt Tunnel operations
The Fehmarn Belt connection, a project aimed at linking Northern Germany and Denmark, is facing a delay in its opening, according to reports from the Danish news agency Ritzau and the annual report of the state-owned holding company Sund & Bælt.
The tunnel, which is 18 kilometers long and already under construction, is at the heart of the project. However, the ship specifically designed for the tunnel, named "Ivy", is over a year and a half behind schedule. The ship needs to undergo comprehensive tests and obtain approvals before it can be used.
The delay in the completion of the "Ivy" has caused a significant setback for the project. The annual report of Sund & Bælt mentions the possibility of the Fehmarn Belt connection's opening being delayed beyond the end of 2029. It is uncertain how much time can be made up in the coming years to meet the 2029 target.
Femern A/S, the planning, construction, and operating company, announced the delay, stating that the completion of the tunnel within the original 2029 target is considered challenging. The annual report of Sund & Bælt also highlights potential issues with the timeline for the completion of the Fehmarn Belt connection.
The report suggests that the challenges to the schedule for the Fehmarn Belt connection are significant. The Danish side of the project, however, remains on schedule. The Fehmarn Belt crossing, once completed, is expected to significantly reduce travel time between Hamburg and Copenhagen.
The annual report of Sund & Bælt revealed significant challenges to the schedule for the Fehmarn Belt connection in spring 2022. The delay is a blow to the project, but efforts are being made to ensure that the work progresses as smoothly as possible. The ship "Ivy" has completed its initial testing phases and is currently undergoing final regulatory approval processes as of 2025.
As the project moves forward, updates on the progress of the Fehmarn Belt connection will continue to be closely monitored. The potential delay beyond the original 2029 target is a concern, but all parties involved are working to ensure that the project is completed as efficiently as possible.
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