Renovation of Vuosaari road tunnel technical systems
The safety and traffic management technology in the road tunnel leading to the Vuosaari Harbour in Helsinki is coming to the end of its life cycle and is to be renewed. The planned construction work in the tunnel will begin in spring/summer 2025. This means that the tunnel will have to be temporarily closed for longer periods of time. The ELY Centre and Fintraffic are currently preparing for the implementation of the project. Different options for minimising disruption to transport are being sought together with the City of Helsinki and the Port of Helsinki. The main detour will be the present substitute route for the tunnel: Itäväylä–Kallvikintie–Niinisaarentie–Vuosaari Harbour.
Goal: smooth and safe flow of harbour traffic
- The extensive renovation will include the upgrading of all technical systems in the tunnel. This includes fire alarms, smoke extraction, ventilation and alarm systems, lighting, cameras and traffic management systems.
- In addition, the tunnel structures will be repaired and the drainage and fire-extinguishing water systems under the tunnel will be replaced.
The project also includes improving the tunnel's alternative route. This route will serve as a primary detour during the tunnel repairs. The detour runs through Itäväylä, Kallvikintie and Niinisaarentie to Vuosaari harbour.
News on the subject
Alternative route for Vuosaari road tunnel improved, safety ensured (published on 11.3.2024)