The Group's construction programme is now almost complete, with 2,234 km of motorway and tunnels built out of a planned total of 2,279 km. The company contracts require APRR and AREA to complete the extension of their networks and conduct a programme involving lane widening, safety systems (notably in tunnels) and additional investments aimed at improving quality of service. The Group is determined to make optimal use of the extensive experience and expertise acquired in its capacities as client and prime contractor to ensure that this programme is implemented in line with the predefined cost, quality and lead-time objectives.
In 2008, investment in the network amounted to 498,4 million euros, including 80.5 million euros for new construction, 303.1 million euros for network improvements and 92.2 million euros operating assets, of which 33 million euros for resurfacing.
Additional investment
The Group invests regularly to maintain and upgrade its network. Initiatives include:
- widening to three lanes
- new interchanges
- extension and renovation of a large number of rest and service areas
- increasing the capacity of toll plazas, parking areas and protecting the environment
- rendering tunnels compliant with new safety standards.