Highway 437 Expansion Ahead of Schedule, Opening in 2028
Translated & summarized from JDN by baba
The expansion of Highway 437 near Jerusalem is being expedited and is now expected to open in early 2028, a year ahead of schedule. The 400 million shekel project will widen the road to three lanes in each direction. This initiative aims to ease traffic congestion entering Jerusalem and support regional development. Transportation and Finance ministers highlighted the project's strategic importance for growth, security, and quality of life.
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- Highway 437 expansion is accelerating, with an early 2028 opening, a year ahead of schedule.
- The 400 million shekel project will widen the road to three lanes in each direction.
- The expansion connects Pisgat Ze'ev to Sha'ar Binyamin, passing through the Adam area.
- The project is a collaboration between the Ministries of Transportation and Finance, Jerusalem Municipality, and Benjamin Regional Council.
- Officials stated the expansion aims to reduce traffic, boost security, and improve quality of life.
The expansion of Highway 437, connecting Pisgat Ze'ev to Sha'ar Binyamin, is being accelerated and is now slated to open in early 2028, a full year earlier than originally planned. This significant infrastructure project, estimated to cost approximately 400 million shekels, involves widening the road to three lanes in each direction through the Adam area. The work is being carried out by the Moriah company in collaboration with the Ministry of Transportation, the Ministry of Finance, the Jerusalem Municipality, and the Benjamin Regional Council.
This expansion is part of broader efforts to alleviate heavy traffic congestion entering Jerusalem and to support the growth of settlements in the region. It complements other projects, such as the doubling of Highway 60 up to the British Police Junction.
Israel Gantz, Head of the Benjamin Regional Council and Chairman of the Yesha Council, welcomed the accelerated timeline and thanked the involved ministers, the mayor of Jerusalem, and the Moriah company for their efforts. Transportation Minister Miri Regev and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich emphasized that investments in transportation infrastructure in the area are a strategic growth engine aimed at reducing congestion, enhancing security, and improving residents' quality of life.
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