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New setback looms for Zuidasdok: tunnel construction could also become much more expensive

New setback looms for Zuidasdok: tunnel construction could also become much more expensive

The Zuidasdok project in Amsterdam faces increased financial pressure as construction costs for one of its A10 tunnels have significantly exceeded initial estimates from 2024. This development threatens the already limited budget allocated for the extensive infrastructure initiative.

Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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