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Saxony's bridges are in the spotlight one year after the collapse in Dresden: Minister Kraushaar draws initial conclusions. The opposition criticizes the infrastructure funds, especially in the municipalities.
Despite the economic benefits, the expansion of the Saxony-Franconia main line has been halted. It remains to be seen when it will continue - although passenger numbers are increasing significantly.
Patience is required: construction work on highways, bridges and train stations is causing detours in Saxony. Where travelers should plan more time - and what should be improved in the long term.
From construction boom to stagnation: the construction industry in the east will present a mixed picture in 2025 - with clear differences between the federal states.
For the Capital of Culture year, numerous buildings and squares in Chemnitz have been spruced up at a cost of millions. But there have also been setbacks.
Drilling work is planned on the bridge in August. The work may lead to traffic disruptions on the 172 federal highway.
An important construction phase has been completed. But there is still a lot to do.
Wood has been used as a building material for thousands of years. As a renewable and indigenous raw material, its use should become easier in many cases in Saxony in the future.
Leipzig streetcar builder Heiterblick is coming under further pressure. After a production stop at the supplier Alstom, delays in the XXL project are looming.
Construction prices have risen throughout Germany in recent years. Saxony is no exception. Last year, the price increase was comparatively moderate.
Hoyerswerda station is being modernized and converted to make it barrier-free at a cost of 21 million euros. However, it will be some time before trains can run on all tracks again.
The Lichtenberg dam in the Eastern Ore Mountains is receiving a comprehensive makeover. The preparatory work has been completed.
Hearing bridge damage before it becomes visible: Scientists in Ilmenau are currently working on an acoustic early warning system to monitor structures. Tests are being carried out on two bridges in Saxony.
More than nine months ago, a section of Dresden's central arterial road collapsed. It is now clear which option will replace the old structure.
Leipzig's municipal housing association LWB is continuing to build and renovate despite the crisis - and on a grand scale. This is good news for many tenants, says Lord Mayor Burkhard Jung.
Saxony's housing companies are investing, but construction is faltering. Rising costs and increasing vacancy rates are exacerbating the situation.
In the view of the business associations, this option is the quickest way to get traffic flowing again. The decision lies with the city council.
After a long period of gloom in the East German construction industry, the mood is slowly brightening. Has the bottom fallen out?
More than 200,000 fans flock to the Sachsenring every year for the MotoGP. Now the bridge construction work on an important access road is coming to an end.
The parapet of the historic bridge has been severely damaged in an accident. As of today, the structure is completely closed to traffic.
The dilapidated railroad bridge in the center of Mittelherwigsdorf is causing traffic restrictions. For many residents, this means long detours, earlier departures - and no quick solution in sight.
The parapet of a historic bridge has been severely damaged in an accident. The structure is now completely closed to traffic.
Since Friday evening, activists have been occupying the Chemnitz Schauspielhaus in protest against cuts to cultural and social services. Now the artistic director is speaking out.
As the European Capital of Culture, Chemnitz is currently enjoying nationwide attention. Now activists have occupied the Schauspielhaus. What are the reasons?
The residents of Wellaune in North Saxony are waiting for a bypass. Patience is still required - the start date of the construction project has been postponed.
A state agency in Saxony unseals old industrial ruins, renaturalizes streams or creates habitats for animals. Municipal or private developers can buy the eco-points gained in this way.
Saxony is modernizing its road law. The central aim of the amendment is to be able to renovate roads, bridges and retaining walls from now on without a costly planning approval procedure.
A new federal research center is to promote climate-neutral construction. The CDU/CSU and SPD have committed to the project. The main site in Bautzen is delighted with the positive signal.
Georg-Herwegh-Straße in Wiederitzsch was opened to traffic after six months of construction and now offers greater safety and ecological benefits.
Economic crisis at streetcar manufacturer Heiterblick - but the major contract for Leipzig, Görlitz and Zwickau is to continue for the time being. This brings a noticeable sense of relief to the transport companies.
A new federal center is to conduct research into resource-conserving, climate-friendly construction. The project, which was already planned under the traffic light coalition, has made it into the coalition agreement between the CDU/CSU and SPD.
Leipzig's roads are facing further bottlenecks: Construction work from April causes traffic jams and frustration. Find out why everything is happening at the same time.
The Carola Bridge had two joints weighing several tons. After months of searching, the second one has now been found.
Building costs more in Saxony than a year ago. The extent of the cost increases depends on the trade.
The wind blows in the north and is used as renewable energy. The electricity is mainly consumed in southern Germany. The expansion of the grid is on its way.
The Richard-Wagner-Hain in Leipzig now offers a new versatile space for the independent art scene with 170 square meters for dance, juggling and sport.
A new road connects the Löwitz quarter with the city center. Construction work begins on April 1 and is expected to end in August 2025. Full closure of the Berliner/Roscher Straße intersection until mid-July.
Slump in profits, falling sales, cost-cutting program: things have been better at Porsche in the past. The employee bonus is now also significantly lower. How much will employees receive?
Building is too expensive in Germany. Everyone agrees on this finding. Building type E is intended to lower high standards. However, there is still a lack of legal safeguards.
The full closure of Prager Straße from April is causing discussion. Citizens' initiatives and the city administration are in conflict over the construction plans.
A new cycle and pedestrian bridge over Eisenbahnstraße is to connect Parkbogen Ost. Construction work begins with a twelve-month full closure.
The Königshainer Berge tunnel on highway 4 will be completely closed for several days. This is due to construction work that has already been delayed. Drivers will have to take detours.
2,300 tons of steel in motion: Construction of the new Mulde bridge near Grimma is making progress. The project should be completed by 2028.
The construction industry has been on a long downhill slide recently. Now the downturn is at least slowing down. But the situation remains tense - especially in one sector.
Little was built in 2023 due to inflation and high interest rates. After the slump, things are now slowly picking up again.
A new building at the Heinrich-Braun-Klinikum in Zwickau is to offer patients and staff better conditions. The hospital was dependent on help to finance the project.
Following the discovery of three World War II bombs on the collapsed Carola Bridge in Dresden, demolition work in this area has been suspended. It is difficult to say whether there are still munitions in the river.
The projects planned in Erfurt, Magdeburg, Leipzig, Halle and Dresden are often architecturally striking. But what impact will the insolvency of project developer AOC have?
The Carola Bridge had two joints weighing several tons. Only one has been found and recovered so far. The search for the other will continue next week.
The unstoppable rise in rents is becoming a poverty factor in cities, especially for many pensioners. A new study argues that a higher home ownership rate could prevent poverty in old age.
Leipziger Verkehrsbetriebe is to receive several million euros for a modern streetcar depot. The aim: a more efficient and environmentally friendly streetcar fleet for the future.
It has been clear since mid-December: Dresden's partially collapsed Carola Bridge must be completely demolished. The Neumarkt-Gesellschaft would like to see public participation in the construction of a new replacement.
Last year, the State Office for Road Construction approved more than twelve million euros for cycling projects. The aim is to achieve a sustainable and climate-friendly turnaround in transportation.
Following the partial collapse of the Carola Bridge in Dresden, demolition work is underway again. In the meantime, the work had to be interrupted.
Building remains expensive in Saxony. Compared to the previous year, house builders have to dig deeper into their pockets. But prices are no longer rising as quickly.
On Friday, investigators searched the business premises of the Gröner Group in Leipzig. The search has now continued in Berlin. The suspicion: Procrastination in insolvency.
The Leipzig police and public prosecutor's office are currently searching the premises of a construction company. Among other things, there is a suspicion of delaying insolvency.
The partial collapse of Dresden's Carola Bridge has resulted in special inspections of bridges throughout Saxony. In Leipzig, the Agra Bridge is now being intensively examined.
There is currently a lot of digging and excavating going on at Leipzig/Halle Airport. Environmentally friendly regional aircraft are soon to be built here.
The Elbe bridge in Bad Schandau will remain closed until further test results are available. An alternative is being sought to relieve traffic until the bridge is opened.
Construction companies in the east are still struggling. Only public construction recorded an increase in the period from January to September.
Rochlitz porphyry can be found in many historic buildings. The future is now also secure: Following insolvency in the summer, Vereinigte Porphyrbrüche has a new owner.
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.