| Project description | Project name: | Mahlafonim, Shefar'am |
|---|---|---|
| Project Type: | Planning and Execution of a Light Rail Route Between Haifa and Nazareth | |
| Project location | Location: | Shefar'am, on Highway 79 |
| Environment: | The project is situated on a major highway with convenient access to other regions of the country. | |
| Project Objectives | Main Objectives: | Improving transportation infrastructure and establishing a light rail system. |
| Challenges: | Addressing regional transportation issues and reducing traffic congestion. | |
| Collaboration with Authorities | Key Partners: | Cross-Israel Highway and the Ministry of Transport. |
| Selection Process: | The project was selected through a public tender. | |
| Project characteristics: | Scope: | The project includes two distinct segments, with a total length of 5 kilometers. There is a gap of approximately 4 kilometers between the eastern and western segments in Shfaram. |
| Unique features: | The project involves the expansion of bridges and the construction of a central route for the light rail. | |
| Planning and execution: | Planners and engineers: | Cross-Israel |
| Planning and execution stages: | Includes planning of the lines, expansion of transportation infrastructure, and installation of unique facilities | |
| Schedules: | Start of work: | 2023 |
| Expected finish: | 2025 | |
| Separate steps of execution: | The execution is carried out according to a structured timeline with separate phases | |
| Advantages of the project: | Key advantages: | Upgrading the public transportation system and reducing traffic congestion |
| Improvements and benefits: | Operation of a light rail system connecting Haifa to Nazareth, improving accessibility and transportation infrastructure | |
| Quality and safety: | Measures to Ensure Quality and Safety: | Quality Control, Safety Officer, and Procedures for Ensuring Quality Standards |
| Green Features and Innovative Technologies: | The project is conducted according to standard regulations without any special green features. | |
| Marketing and Public Communication: | Communication with the public: | Through the spokespersons of Cross Israel and the Ministry of Transport |
| Tracking and feedback: | The public can track the project's progress through the open public areas. |
