A consortium of companies has been awarded the contract to construct the new Olšanská – Habrová tram line in Prague. The project, situated at the intersection of Žižkov, Jarov and Malešice, will be built by the group consisting of FIRESTA-Fišer, PEDASTA, and N+N.
According to a contract published in the register by the Prague Transport Company (DPP), the winning bid stood at 599 million CZK, excluding VAT. This figure is notably lower than the 710 million CZK originally anticipated by the DPP during the tender process initiated last summer.
Project Timeline and Land Acquisition
The construction is scheduled to take 11 months. While the DPP had originally planned to begin work at the start of this year, the timeline shifted due to land requirements.
At the end of March, the Prague City Assembly approved the purchase of critical land parcels from České dráhy (Czech Railways) for 55 million CZK. The project had previously secured a final building permit in January of last year.
Route Specifications and Infrastructure
The total length of the new line will be 1.93 km. Approximately 1.3 km will consist of a standard double-track, while the remaining 0.6 km will utilize an unused railway body as a single-track section.
The route will feature a stub-end termination in front of the Auta Jarov complex. To improve the urban environment, the project includes the creation of a new tree-lined avenue and partially grassed tram tracks.
The line will connect to the existing network at the intersection of Jana Želivského and Olšanská streets via a new eastern branch. From there, it will run along the new Severní nákladová street, passing north of the former Žižkov Freight Station.
The infrastructure includes an open gravel bed leading to the bridge at Červený dvůr, which will undergo reconstruction by TSK. A current pedestrian bridge will be demolished to make way for a grade-level crossing before the line transitions to a single track using a non-operational local railway toward Osiková street.
Stops and Funding
Six stops will be constructed: Nový Žižkov, Nákladová, Malešická, Nad Kapličkou, Habrová, and Sídliště Jarov. Four of these will be island pair stops, while two will be single-sided, including the final terminal.
Additional facilities will include a power substation on Na Viktorce street and social facilities at the terminus. The project is designed to provide essential transport access to the new administrative and residential developments of Žižkov City and Parková čtvrť.
Funding for the construction is provided largely through the Transport Operational Programme, with additional contributions from the SFDI.
Future Outlook
Once construction begins, the project may transform the accessibility of the Žižkov City and Parková čtvrť areas. The integration of the new line could potentially reduce transit gaps between the three districts.
The successful completion of the 11-month schedule would likely see the new stops become operational for residents and commuters in the region.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are responsible for the construction?
The project is being built by a consortium comprising FIRESTA-Fišer, PEDASTA, and N+N.
What is the total cost of the construction contract?
The winning bid was 599 million CZK without VAT.
How many stops will the new line have?
There will be six stops: Nový Žižkov, Nákladová, Malešická, Nad Kapličkou, Habrová, and Sídliště Jarov.
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