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The partial collapse of Dresden's Carola Bridge has resulted in special inspections of bridges throughout Saxony. The first traffic restrictions are in place in Bad Schandau and Dresden.
Until now, the interior of bridges has not been inspected. This is set to change following the partial collapse of Dresden's Carola Bridge. In Saxony, 19 bridges are being subjected to a special inspection.
The construction industry in Saxony recorded a significant drop in turnover in the first half of the year. Much less was built.
Sharp rent increases in Saxony are no longer limited to the metropolitan areas of Dresden and Leipzig. According to the Left Party, consideration must also be given to building social housing in the surrounding areas.
The renovation of the Königshain tunnel on the A4 has been delayed. Normal operations could only be resumed once the tests have been completed in the spring.
Dresden Central Station has a new hall roof. Work began back in 2022 and the final stages are planned for next spring.
In growing cities like Dresden, apartments are becoming scarce. That is why the state capital now wants to step up the pace of housing construction.
Leipzig has experienced a building boom in recent decades; many open spaces have disappeared. Now there are protests against the planned development of a brownfield site.
In Dresden Südvorstadt, the Nossener Bridge will be fully closed at night between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. on the weekend of October 18-20, 2024.
Building remains expensive in Saxony. Compared to the previous year, house builders have to dig deeper into their pockets.
A new sports park with a stadium is to be built in Berlin-Prenzlauer Berg. An environmental association is against it and argues with bats. For the time being, however, it has been unsuccessful in court.
Thoroughness before speed is Michael Kretschmer's motto for forming a government. The economy wants stable conditions quickly so that things can pick up again.
The demolition and new construction of the Jahn-Sportpark are hotly disputed. Now the dispute continues legally.
The train manufacturer Alstom's plant in eastern Saxony will close in around a year and a half. However, other locations are also affected by the French company's plans.
The possible reopening of bridge A of the Carola Bridge in Dresden is being examined. It should be clear by December whether traffic can be reopened. Safety has top priority.
In the Chemnitz model, several lines connect the city with the surrounding area. The trains use railroad and streetcar lines. A new depot is now to be built for this purpose.
The growing volume of heavy goods traffic in particular has taken its toll on the Mulde bridge on highway 14. Construction work for the new bridge is currently underway. It should be completed by 2028.
A lack of maintenance could have been the cause of the bridge collapse in Dresden. Experts have long been calling for the rapid renovation of dilapidated structures.
It remains unclear why the bridge in Dresden collapsed. Generally speaking, bridges in Germany are considered safe. Nevertheless, there is still a need for renovation.
From bowling alley to natural history museum - construction work has begun on the new museum location in Leipzig. Four years and a lot of money are planned for the conversion.
The initially planned demolition was met with fierce protest: Deutsche Bahn has now made the more than 110-year-old Chemnitz viaduct fit for the future.
The refurbishment of the Elster Valley Bridge in Vogtland is progressing. Trains can now once again run on both tracks over the historic structure.
The building contractor Christoph Gröner was confronted with insolvency applications. The provisional insolvency administration has now been lifted for the central Gröner Group.
Curbing bureaucracy is an ongoing political issue. The construction industry in the east has not seen any success so far - quite the opposite.
Rochlitz porphyry is widely used as a building material and is recognized as a special natural stone. But now the porphyry quarries have become insolvent.
Private customers of the savings banks in eastern Germany are once again taking out more loans, particularly for residential construction. Business had collapsed due to high interest rates.
From Dresden to Prague in an hour by train - the construction of the rail tunnel in the Ore Mountains should make this possible. The municipalities along the route are now getting help with a key issue.
Fewer orders, lower turnover: There are still no signs of an upturn in the East German construction industry in Berlin, Saxony, Brandenburg and Saxony-Anhalt.
Despite a growing need for housing, building permits are falling drastically in some Saxon cities. Without more new construction, Leipzig, Dresden and Chemnitz are threatened with considerable housing market bottlenecks.
The mood in residential construction is in the doldrums. The industry sees a reduction in standards as an important signal. The Construction Industry Association East is still cautious when it comes to building houses with 3D printers.
The mood in residential construction is in the doldrums. The industry sees a reduction in standards as an important signal. The Construction Industry Association East is still cautious when it comes to building houses with 3D printers.
With their success in the Fiba Europe Cup, the Niners Chemnitz achieved their greatest success to date in the spring. Plans for a new venue are now being pushed forward.
The full closure of the Saale near Bad Kösen will be temporarily lifted during the main season. This means that paddling will be allowed again from Friday.
Stellagen and terraced vineyards characterize the cultural landscape of Dresden's Elbe Valley. Created at the beginning of the 17th century, the vineyards are architectural monuments, tourist magnets and the basis for elegant wines.
A former industrial site in Chemnitz is to be converted into a "hotspot for living and working". The project is receiving support from the state of Saxony.
French rail vehicle manufacturer Alstom secures future in Bautzen with major orders. New production line for regional trains inaugurated.
Rail travelers between Leipzig and Chemnitz must expect restrictions from August 5 due to construction work. Trains on the RE 6 line will run according to the regular timetable until October 13.
Dresden Central Station is getting a new hall roof. Work began back in 2022 and the end is now within reach.
A new research center in Saxony and Thuringia is to advance the construction industry on the path to climate neutrality. Work on its construction can now begin.
Whether gravel, sand or natural stone - Saxony is rich in raw materials that are needed for construction projects. Nevertheless, the industry is warning of shortages and rising prices. What are the reasons?
If you want to experience the treasures of the Zwickau Art Collections one last time, you'll have to hurry. At the end of June, the museum closes for several years for construction work. What will happen to the Pechstein paintings in the meantime?
The BFW warns of a dramatic decline in building permits in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia of more than 28 percent. The reasons are rising construction costs and economic uncertainties.
Autobahn GmbH announces measures to avoid traffic jams before the summer vacation in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia.
The coal phase-out is not only bringing about considerable changes in Lusatia. The consequences extend all the way to Berlin.
By next year, the mother-of-pearl and local history museum in Vogtland is to be expanded into an experience center. Interested visitors will be able to learn more about the production of mother-of-pearl products.
The topping-out ceremony for the expansion of the "Perlmutter" adventure center was celebrated in Adorf (Vogtlandkreis). The project aims to attract tourists and revitalize the town.
State Court of Audit presents report on budget & school construction in Saxony
The Saxon State Court of Audit presents the first volume of its annual report, focusing on the budget situation, school building construction and other audit objects.
A new center for construction research is being built in the Lusatian mining district with 5.7 million euros in funding.
Despite higher investments, Saxony's housing cooperatives built fewer apartments last year. The increases in construction costs lead to less construction output and pose a challenge.
The dismantling of a 150-metre-high chimney has begun at the site of the former Gusswerke Leipzig (formerly Halberg-Guss). A so-called spider excavator is removing the tower from top to bottom, as a spokeswoman for the responsible Hagedorn Group said on Tuesday in response to an inquiry. The work sh ..
Minister presidents of Baden-Württemberg and Saxony are in favor of above-ground high-voltage lines for future electricity highways in order to save costs and time.
The Hartmannfabrik in Chemnitz is being renovated for 10.5 million euros and will serve as a visitor center and headquarters for Kulturhauptstadt GmbH.
Former factory building to be converted into a visitor center for the European Capital of Culture 2025
Decades ago, scientists invented textile or carbon concrete in Dresden. Since 2002, the world's first building made entirely of it has been standing here - and soon there will be more.
Decades ago, scientists invented textile or carbon concrete in Dresden. Since 2002, the world's first building made entirely of it has been standing here - and soon there will be more.
The number of building permits for apartments in Saxony fell sharply last year. In 2023, permits were issued for a total of 8699 apartments with an area of 893,600 square meters in the Free State, as announced by the State Statistical Office on Monday. This was 26 percent less than in the previous y ..
The highest wind turbine in Central Saxony with a height of 246.6 meters and an output of 5560 kilowatts is in operation. It supplies more than 4600 households with renewable energy.
Disruptions for rail travelers between Leipzig and Chemnitz due to replacement of concrete sleepers. Precautionary measure following the train accident in Garmisch-Partenkirchen in 2022.
The construction company Goldbeck has expanded its sheet metal production in Treuen. In addition to a new production hall, an office extension has also been built, the company announced at the opening on Thursday. According to the company, it produces steel construction elements, roof and façade par ..
From Dresden to Prague in an hour by train - the construction of the longest rail tunnel in Germany should make this possible. The plans are to be presented to the Bundestag in the summer.
Modernization of tracks and stations with replacement services
Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn announces construction work between Leipzig and Döbeln. Reduced timetable from April 2 to 7.
After extensive construction work, rail traffic has been running on two tracks over the historic Chemnitz viaduct again since Saturday. This means that everything has now been completely renewed for the second track: rails, ballast, cables, signals and overhead line catenaries, Deutsche Bahn announc ..
Saxony's highways are also undergoing major construction this year. The Königshainer Berge tunnel is a bottleneck on the A4.
Two broken-down heavy goods vehicles blocked traffic on the A4 near Waldhufen. Tunnel closed, roadworks cleared, charges filed.
The new emergency room at Emmaus Niesky Hospital improves medical care in the region and strengthens the Niesky Local Health Center.
The Trabant, once ridiculed as a "plastic bomber", becomes a lucrative investment object with rising prices on the market.
A few weeks before the renovation of the "Königshainer Berge" highway tunnel on the A 4 (Dresden-Görlitz) begins, the new fire station not far from the east portal is ready for use. Over the next two years, it will be manned around the clock during traffic in one tunnel tube at a time - with six emp ..
Aircraft manufacturer Airbus is building a center for fire protection in Bremen. Construction of the facility will begin symbolically on Thursday (from 14:00) with a ground-breaking ceremony, according to a statement from Airbus. The center will investigate how hydrogen aircraft can be protected fro ..
The announced state housing construction offensive in Bavaria is making little progress. Current figures paint a sobering picture.
Train passengers must be prepared for detour, cancellations and replacement services. Construction work on the electronic signal box (ESTW)
Thuringia's property register is indispensable for construction projects and land sales. According to the Ministry of Finance and Infrastructure in Erfurt on Friday, there are around 50,000 inquiries every year. The digitization of such specialist registers is therefore of great importance. The real ..
The automotive supplier Vitesco has earned significantly more in its day-to-day business. For the year as a whole, the Regensburg-based company achieved earnings before interest and taxes of 341.1 million euros, adjusted for special effects, as announced on Friday. This was a good half more than in ..
The company "Opes Solar Mobility" is planning to produce special solar technology for vehicles such as trucks, motorhomes and buses in Zwenkau from the end of this year. This is expected to create around 120 jobs.
A German-Czech consortium is planning to develop a new type of hydrogen motorcycle that meets European approval standards. The motorcycle is to be built as a demonstration model by the end of 2025 and will support delivery services and parcel deliverers in city centers.
The municipal housing industry is expecting a dramatic slump in new construction projects in Saxony this year and next, including in social housing.
High prices for building materials have long been a problem for construction companies in the East. Now the crisis in residential construction is particularly depressing the mood.
Construction prices in Saxony have risen by 10.5 percent compared to the previous year. By 2022, prices had already risen by 21.4 percent.
After a three-month closure, scheduled train services are now running over the Chemnitz viaduct. Until now, travelers on the Saxony-Franconia main line had to use buses.
The dispute over access to all construction documents for the construction of a new prison in Zwickau has reached the courts. A regional court in Zwickau has ruled in a preliminary decision that the general planner is not obliged to hand over the server with the construction documents to the state, but must make the data available to the state via a new server. The contract with the server operating company may not be terminated until the final decision has been made. The XXL prison is to provide space for up to 820 prisoners and replace old prisons.
The volume of orders in the main construction sector in eastern Germany fell by 4.1 percent to EUR 14.6 billion. No trend reversal in sight.
From Dresden to Prague in an hour by train: the construction of a new route should make this possible and relieve the Elbe Valley of rail traffic. When will the first train roll through Germany's longest rail tunnel?
Train travelers between Halle and Magdeburg must be prepared for restrictions due to construction work from 24 November to 1 December 2023. The Köthen junction will be equipped with modern control and safety technology during this time, Deutsche Bahn announced on Monday. It will be necessary to clos ..
The Dresden Chamber of Crafts has warned of a collapse in the construction industry. Quick and decisive political action is needed, warned Chamber President Jörg Dittrich on Monday. "If this does not happen, the construction industry is heading for a massive crisis and there is a threat of staff and ..
The Saxon Ministry of Social Affairs has pledged 6.8 million euros to Lebenshilfe Reichenbach (Vogtlandkreis) for the construction of a new workshop. The official funding decision was handed over on Monday, according to the State Ministry for Social Affairs and Social Cohesion. The new building is i ..
After new problems with the planned large prison of Thuringia and Saxony in Zwickau, members of the Thuringian state parliament want to get a picture on site. It is planned that members of the budget and finance committee as well as the penitentiary commission of the state parliament in Erfurt will ..
The government factions in Berlin want to speed up the construction of infrastructure projects. In addition to highway projects, rail lines are also to be expanded.
The average price per square meter for building land has increased significantly in Saxony in 2022. As the State Statistical Office announced on Monday, builders had to pay an average of 107 euros for a square meter. In 2021, the value had been 81.36 euros.The highest price was 503 euros in Dresden, ..
Construction prices in Saxony in August were significantly higher than in the same period last year. Although the price upswing has weakened slightly, it remains at a very high level, the State Statistical Office in Kamenz announced on Thursday. Accordingly, the new construction of a residential bui ..
The skilled trades and associations are appealing to the federal government to take action to save the construction and real estate industry in order to ensure affordable housing and achieve climate targets.
The Greens in the Saxon state parliament want to streamline the regulations for building. "Building must not only become more climate-friendly, but above all simpler and more cost-effective," said MP Thomas Löser in Dresden on Sunday. "As legislators, we should therefore urgently grant more freedom ..
In Saxony, 557 social housing units were completed last year. This was announced by the state parliamentary group of the Left Party on Sunday. According to a response from the Saxon government to a small question from the faction's housing policy spokeswoman, Juliane Nagel, 297 of the new social hou ..