The outbound lanes of the new Sakharov Interchange at the entrance to Jerusalem have opened for traffic. The interchange was previously used by inbound traffic only; now, it is open in both directions. In the next stage, traffic lights at the interchange will be removed, allowing uninterrupted travel and relieving traffic congestion.
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The opening of the new lanes follows the completion of another stage in the new Sakharov interchange project and the expansion of Highway 1 at the entrance to Jerusalem, at an investment of NIS 330 million. The project is a joint initiative of the Transportation Ministry and the Jerusalem Municipality and is being executed by the Moriah Jerusalem Development Corporation.
Works to complete the entire 2.4-kilometer project are also continuing. The works include, among other things, the construction of a bidirectional public transport route, widening the traffic lanes on the inbound road from the Motza Interchange (Highway 9) to the Givat Shaul intersection, development works, geometric changes to the road's route, traffic lane regulation, and landscape development. The project is expected to be completed in its entirety by mid-2021.
"This is wonderful news for the residents of Jerusalem and all its visitors," said Transportation Minister Miri Regev. "The project will contribute to the city's commerce and business activities and will enhance its residents' quality of life. It also improves traffic flow at the city's entrance and will merge with all existing and future means of transportation."
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Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Leon said: "The new traffic lanes are a direct result of our major investment in developing the city's infrastructure. We will continue to promote Jerusalem and improve its roads and infrastructure."
Moriah CEO Gilad Bar-Adon: "We are continuing to upgrade the transportation infrastructure system. This project will improve passenger and driver safety and access to and from Jerusalem."
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