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AeroMetro Begins Phase 4 on Calle Montúfar: Electromechanical Work Underway
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AeroMetro Begins Phase 4 on Calle Montúfar: Electromechanical Work Underway

From Prensa Libre · (9m ago) Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Construction of Guatemala City's AeroMetro has entered phase 4, focusing on electromechanical work for two Line 1 stations.
  • Preliminary work begins May 9 at Plaza España station, with formal operations starting May 11 on Calle Montúfar.
  • Lane reductions are in effect on Calle Montúfar, with alternative routes recommended to mitigate traffic congestion.

The AeroMetro project in Guatemala City is moving forward, with phase 4 of construction now underway. This crucial stage involves electromechanical work on two key stations along Line 1: Plaza España and Tecún Umán. These stations are strategically located on Calle Montúfar, forming part of the initial route connecting Plaza España to El Trébol.

Preparations for this new phase are already in motion. Preliminary work at the Plaza España station, situated in Zone 9, commenced on May 9th. This involved the careful transport and setup of a crane, counterweights, and tools. Formal construction activities are scheduled to begin on May 11th, with the arrival of the first platforms carrying electromechanical system materials.

this Saturday 9 of May will begin the preliminary works in the Plaza España Station, located in zone 9.

— Víctor PeraltaDirector of Grupo Mikasa, the company in charge of electromechanical assembly, informing about the start of preliminary works.

To facilitate these advancements, traffic management is being implemented. Lane reductions have been put in place on Calle Montúfar, with only the central lane remaining open. Drivers are advised to utilize alternative routes, including 10th and 11th streets in Zone 9, as well as connections to Avenida La Castellana and Boulevard Liberación, to minimize disruptions and congestion. The progress of Line 1, which will eventually feature four stations, is a significant development for the city's transportation infrastructure.

formal work will begin on Monday, May 11 at 7 am

— Grupo MikasaInformation shared by the developing company regarding the start of formal work on the electromechanical systems.
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Originally published by Prensa Libre in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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