A number of traffic intersections in the Netherlands will soon undergo a transformation aimed at improving traffic flow. On behalf of the Dutch government, ARCADIS is preparing the expansion of three major highways. The 2 by 2 highways will be converted into 2 by 3 highways with exit lanes. The highway expansion is part of a program to quickly increase the capacity of a number of highways. ARCADIS is responsible for the area management, bidding procedures and project management of the contract preparations. In addition, we will perform the initial design work for the new lanes and viaducts, ever cognizant of the need to minimize traffic impediments by coordinating with other projects and sensibly planning construction. Construction will begin in early 2008, and the expanded highway will be ready for vehicle traffic at the end of 2009.
