Published on 7 February 2002

Gotthard: 3-hour system for greater safety

Bern, 7.2.2002 - HGV capacity on the Gotthard route was increased to 3 300 lorries per day by the end of January, a figure sufficient to keep traffic under control and flowing. The traffic regulation system will now be further improved with effect from Monday through the introduction of 3-hour sessions for the alternating one-way system. The main reason for this change is the safety aspect. In addition, the average waiting time will be reduced to around 50 minutes. The shorter "green phases" during the morning hours will be retained for the benefit of domestic traffic.