Construction of the overpass linking Tvaika Street to Kundziņsala in Riga has entered its final phase.
Load testing of the structure began on Tuesday, June 16, marking one of the key steps before the project is put into service.
The new overpass is among the most important transport infrastructure developments in Riga.
It will significantly improve access to Kundziņsala and the industrial zones of the Freeport of Riga while providing safer and more convenient travel for motor vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists.
Viesturs Kleinbergs, Chairman of the Riga City Council, highlighted the project’s value: “This project is very important for Riga, as it will significantly mitigate traffic congestion once the necessary work on the Freeport side is completed.
Thus heavy vehicles will be routed directly to Kundziņsala, reducing the flow of freight traffic on the city’s streets.
In my opinion, this is also a good example of our commitment to promoting the development of the Freeport of Riga and supporting export-oriented, innovative, and high-value-added business.
Ansis Zeltiņš, CEO of the Freeport of Riga, noted the growing importance of the area: “The Port of Riga’s territory on Kundziņsala is currently experiencing dynamic growth, emerging as the new center of the Port of Riga. In the coming years, at least seven new companies cargo terminals, logistics centers, energy companies, and smart manufacturing facilities will begin operations on Kundziņsala.
Development on this scale is unimaginable without an effective connection to the city’s and the country’s transportation networks.
The new overpass will make it possible to create an even more attractive business environment on Kundziņsala, where sustainable energy, modern industry, and smart logistics can all thrive side by side.”
The overpass and trestle structures are built, and the final asphalt layer has been laid across nearly the entire 863.5-meter structure. Since early June, approximately 2,000 metric tons of asphalt have been applied to the top layer.
Asphalt paving continues on Tvaika Street and the new road network around the overpass.
The project creates a direct link between Tvaika Street, Kundziņsala, and the Freeport of Riga territory. The bridge crosses the Sarkandaugava tributary, three railway tracks, and an above-ground oil pipeline, connecting to the previously completed Daudersala Overpass.
Due to the project’s complexity and certain technical challenges encountered during construction, the completion date has been extended to October 8, 2026.
The total project cost is 82.6 million euros, financed through a state budget grant of 23 million euros, a state budget loan of 59.6 million euros, and 4.5 million euros from the European Union’s Cohesion Fund.
