PROJECT
Studies related to the port expansion project for Lesport as part of the port of Varna regarding implementation of European standards in Bulgaria
Funding:
National (Bulgaria)
Duration:
06/08 -
12/11
Status:
Complete
STRIA Roadmaps:
- Other specified
Transport mode:
- Water transport (sea & inland)
Transport sectors:
- Passenger transport, Freight transport
Transport policies:
- Deployment planning/Financing/Market roll-out
Geo-spatial type:
- Network corridors
Objectives:
This project aims at preparing studies for the expansion of the port of Lesport as a part of the port of Varna - a public port of national importance. It eventually aims to provide safe maritime access with adequate capacity, reliable TEN-T hinterland connections from the port to the rest of the TEN-T network (rail and road connections), as well as ensuring that the port is in line with environmental requirements.
Methodology:
The studies include the following three key activities:
- analysis of field data, which mostly concerns detailed hydrographical assessment, soil information and geotechnical analysis with respect to geotechnical stability
- environmental impact assessment of the port development
- design related to construction of new liquid cargo and bulk grain terminals
Parent Programmes:
Institution Type:
- Public institution
Institution Name:
Ministry of transport, information technology and communications
Type of funding:
- Public (national/regional/local)
Funding Source(s):
Ministry of Transport www.mt.government.bg
Documents:
Organisation:
LESPORT S.A.
Address:
West Industrial Zone p.o. box 237
Zipcode:
9000
City:
Varna
Contact country:
- Bulgaria
Telephone:
+359 (0) 52 730 111
Fax Number:
+359 (0) 52 730 112
Organisation Website: