02.09.2024

Research project bicycle traffic exposure

R+R is working together with the ZHAW and Pro Velo on the FEDRO research mandate MFZ_20_04E_03 Measurement of exposure to bicycle traffic until spring 2026. The aim of this research project is to evaluate existing methods for determining the mobility behavior of cyclists and to test a promising approach in a pilot study in practice. It involves determining the exposure, i.e., the distances traveled by cyclists, divided into the use of bicycles and e-bikes. Existing bicycle counts will also be integrated into the pilot study. Based on the findings, a proposal for the future calculation of exposure in bicycle traffic in Switzerland will be developed.

28.06.2024

LZK-Project

Cost optimization for sustainability: With knowledge of life cycle costs, ASTRA can optimize the costs of building and maintaining national roads over their entire service life. This enables better, economically sustainable use of the financial resources available. Together with ASTRA, R+R is preparing documentation that describes the method for estimating and applying life cycle costs for the structural infrastructure from the operator's perspective. The focus is on the planning level and applicability by project managers and project teams.

07.02.2024

N01.22 Motorway section Schönbühl – Kirchberg, Lindenrain rest area upgrade

The service building at the Lindenrain motorway rest area has been equipped with a new toilet module made of chrome steel; construction was completed at the end of 2023. The new toilet module offers better protection against vandalism, and it will be possible to continue its use in the event of a future replacement of the service building. R+R supported the Federal Road Office’s overall project manager in project planning and execution.

12.01.2024

ERTMS Netherlands

Other countries, same problems: Modern railway technology requires time and money to implement. Jost Lüking was member of a team of six European experts on the ETCS train control system who assessed the status of the national ETCS program for the Dutch Parliament in mid-2023. Our Second Opinion formulated recommendations on program governance and management, on the technical, spatial and temporal scope of the program, on system integration and integration management, and last but not least on program costs and their current forecast. The Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and Waterways published the Second Opinion at the beginning of November.

News
02.09.2024
Research project bicycle traffic exposure
28.06.2024
LZK-Project
07.02.2024
N01.22 Motorway section Schönbühl – Kirchberg, Lindenrain rest area upgrade
12.01.2024
ERTMS Netherlands
Federal Roads Office (FEDRO)

MOTORWAY MAINTENANCE PROJECT A14 BUCHRAIN EXIT – RÜTIHOF JUNCTION

All sections of the Swiss motorway network need to be regularly maintained. Corrective maintenance measures for the A14 motorway section between Buchrain exit and Rütihof junction are scheduled to take place between 2021 and 2022. The roadway, as well as a number of associated structures, have either reached the end of their life span or no longer meet the necessary requirements. Along with the maintenance work, noise protection systems are to be refurbished and the access and exit lanes of the service station St. Katharina will be adjusted to meet current regulatory standards.

The objective of the motorway maintenance project is to ensure continuous and intervention- free operation for the next 15 to 20 years. Extensive pavement renewal work is required to meet this end, during which the wearing and binder courses will be fully renewed and partially strengthened. Additionally, the Foren overpass needs to be refurbished and road restraint systems as well as operation and security installations need to be updated to meet current requirements. Existing precautionary measures for the protection of local groundwater resources will also be reviewed. Another aspect concerns noise protection. In addition to the other measures, the installation of a low-noise pavement surface and sound-proof windows in adjacent buildings help to ensure compliance with current threshold values.

R+R supports and advises the project management team of the Federal Roads Office in project management and controlling tasks. In particular, this includes the development and establishment of project basics, procurement, technical support, controlling and public relations. Furthermore, R+R will provide construction site management during the subsequent construction phase.

Key data

Client
Federal Roads Office (FEDRO)

Processing period
2014 – 2023

Project costs
63.6 Mio CHF

Project type
Road

Services
Project Management

Fields of expertise
Strategic Planning
Project Planning and Organization
Project Controlling
Procurement
Professional Support
Communication Support

Downloads
Project sheet

Contact

Renato Käppeli

Consultant, Project manager, member of the managing board