PORR to modernise two key railway lines in Poland

PORR has secured contracts from PKP Polskie Linie Kolejowe S.A. for the modernisation of two major railway lines in south-eastern Poland: line 108 between Jasło and Nowy Zagórz, and line 104 between Rabka Zaryte and Fornale. The combined contract value exceeds EUR 372 million (around PLN 1.6 billion).

For line 108, PORR will be responsible for both design and construction works along an 80 km section. The project will include modernisation of 18 stations and stops, construction of six new stops, renewal of 78 points and 80 level crossings, and installation of barrier-free infrastructure. The work also involves a 1,650-metre tunnel in Krosno, three additional railway tunnels, and three road viaducts. The contract is valued at EUR 240 million (PLN 1.4 billion) and is scheduled for completion in late 2028 after a 44-month construction period.

On line 104, PORR will work in partnership with Trakcja System Sp. z o.o. to modernise a 15 km section between Rabka Zaryte and Fornale. The project aims to increase maximum train speeds to 120 km/h, electrify the route, and improve regional and cross-border connectivity between Poland and Slovakia. It will include new platforms at Raba Niżna, Mszana Dolna Marki, and Mszana Dolna station. The scope covers 66 engineering structures, including nine railway bridges, four road bridges, five viaducts, and an underpass, along with modernisation or replacement of level crossings. The value of the contract is EUR 132 million (PLN 567 million), with PORR holding a 90.5% share. Work is expected to conclude in the third quarter of 2027 following a 24-month schedule.

Both projects are intended to improve transport infrastructure, reduce travel times, and strengthen links within Poland and with neighbouring countries.