Expands Seville Metro Line 3 North with third segment, courtesy of Lantania
The city of Seville is set to witness significant improvements in its urban infrastructure with the ongoing construction of the third section of Metro Line 3 North. This extension, funded by the national government, the Junta de Andalucía, and the European Union, aims to enhance connectivity, promote traffic ease, and foster sustainability.
The consortium responsible for this extension consists of OHL, Advanced Infrastructure Technologies (AIT), and Sociedad Hidroeléctrica del Pacífico Sud (SHP). The project, valued at €173 million, is being carried out by Lantania, DSV Constructora y Ferroviaria, and Vías y Construcciones.
The new line will consist of 12 stations, serving the city's top destinations including the San Lazaro hospital and Macarena’s health center. The third section of Line 3 will be linked with metro Line 1 and metrotram route T1 at their intersection by Prado de San Sebastián.
The extension will include three stations at the northern end of the line, most of which will be underground. A key feature is the construction of a 20-metre deep intermodal underground station at Virgen Macarena Hospital, designed to serve as an interchange with the future Line 4.
The main initial part of Line 3, covering 1.7 kilometers, has a contract value of €95.7 million. This section, which was the earlier project undertaken by Lantania and DSV Constructora y Ferroviaria, was completed successfully.
The project also involves constructing a 1,013-metre underground stretch from San Lázaro to the junction with Ronda Histórica. The extension will be primarily built using the cut-and-cover method, with a mined tunnel section of 170 metres under the Virgen Macarena Hospital.
The commencement of Line 2 tenders for preparatory works indicates the region's authorities' commitment to expanding Seville's metro network. Plans for metro Line 2 are also underway, running for 12.9 km from La Cartuja to Torreblanca.
The Line 3 extension serves an estimated 12,000 people in the local community, marking a significant milestone in the city's transportation evolution. The construction of Sevilla metro Line 3 is not just a project; it's a step towards a more connected, efficient, and sustainable city.
