First phase renovation Beveren Tunnel completed in Antwerp port area (Belgium)

Every year, up to 4.75 million vehicles pass through the Beveren Tunnel, making it one of the most crucial traffic arteries in the Antwerp port area (Belgium). To ensure the infrastructure's viability in the future, a thorough renovation was necessary. The Flemish Agency for Roads and Traffic (AWV) entrusted the TM Bever consortium with this vital project, in which three BESIX entities – BESIX, BESIX Infra and BESIX Unitec – are playing a central role.

On Monday, 15 July 2024, work began on the first phase, focusing on the direction towards Ghent. This initial phase was successfully completed last weekend, and the renovated tunnel tube is now operational. The second tube will now undergo renovation. The entire project is expected to be completed by the end of this year.

The tunnel is undergoing significant changes structurally, visually and technically. The consortium is replacing the road surface and lighting, modernising the tunnel entrances, installing a new ventilation system and upgrading the emergency escape routes. Additionally, the service buildings are being renovated, and the tunnel is being equipped with all necessary technologies to meet the latest European safety and sustainability standards.

Finally, a solar panel park will provide renewable energy, while a water treatment plant has been realised to treat up to 3.6 million litres of groundwater daily.