A contract totaling approximately $370,000 has been awarded to JCL Investments Inc. for brush clearing for the upcoming additional passing lane project in the Port aux Basques area of the province.

The scope of work includes clearing along the Trans-Canada Highway from Campbell’s Brook to Port aux Basques. The brush clearing will encompass the entire right-of-way on both sides of this section of highway, in addition to the areas where the passing lane will be constructed.

In May 2023, the Provincial Government announced funding of $20 million for an additional 15 kilometres of passing lane to allow for a continuous passing lane for the first 30 kilometres leaving Port aux Basques. When constructed, this will allow vehicles, including commercial vehicles, to flow more efficiently during peak periods of ferry traffic and contribute to overall safety.

Information on tenders issued and awarded by the department and other public bodies is available by visiting www.merx.com/govnl.

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“The brush clearing effort in this area is one important step in preparing for the upcoming additional passing lane project that will facilitate traffic flow coming from the ferry terminal in Port aux Basques. Safety is paramount for our government, and projects like this one will help ensure both a safer and more efficient travel time for the motoring public.”
Honourable Fred Hutton
Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure
Minister of Rural Economic Development

“As the main entry into the province for vehicular traffic, the importance of road improvements in this area cannot be overstated. This investment by our government will result in enhancements to this stretch of road, ensuring efficient and safe driving conditions for residents and visitors to the province.”
Honourable Andrew Parsons
MHA for Burgeo-La Poile

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