Plans begin for new airport in Lisbon
Filed Under (Lisbon) by cleare on 17-04-2009
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The Portuguese minister for Public Works this week spoke of the opening measures been taken towards a new airport for Lisbon as well discussing plans to privatize ANA (ANA-Aeroportos de Portugal)
Mr Lino stated that the first part of the plan will begin this quarter. The airport is due to be constructed to the south of the Tagus River near Alcochete (Campo de Tiro)
Tenders are now been taken from prospective companies wishing to be considered. After initial evaluations two proposals will be chosen to go through to the next stage. A final decision will then be made after extensive negotiations.
Mr Lino refused to offer any more information at this point but assured the public that they will be kept informed of all developments. ANA is expected to be fully privatized before the construction of the airport begins.
The airport is expected to be completed by the year 2017 and will cost an estimated five billion euro.
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