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A6 upgrades promise to turbocharge the NI economy, Logistics UK says
The opening of 25.5 kilometres of dual carriageway from Dungiven to Drumahoe, following the completion of Phase 2 of the much-needed upgrade to the A6, promise to give Northern Ireland’s economy a welcome boost, Logistics UK has said.
The A6 is a key economic and logistics corridor for Northern Ireland and the North West, and is a significantly popular route used by around 15,000 vehicles every day.
“Logistics UK has been campaigning for this infrastructure upgrade for many years to improve connectivity and safety on the route,” said Nichola Mallon, Head of Trade and Devolved Policy, Logistics UK, “For our members – the people transporting often time-sensitive goods that we all need to factories, shops, schools, hospitals and more – it will mean safer, shorter and more reliable journey times.
“The safety of all road users is the highest priority; dualling will make overtaking easier and safer, and will prevent tailbacks and the frustration that has been an all too common sight along this single track highway. With the cost of running a 44-tonne lorry and trailer sitting at just over £1.27 per minute, less time spent in traffic will also help to reduce running costs and congestion for all road users. The opening of this stretch of the A6 will make a real difference to operators working to provide the reliable service manufacturers, retailers and other movers of freight require. It will also provide a boost to economic and investment opportunities for the North West and Mid Ulster in particular, given the ability to bring goods to market efficiently is a key factor in attracting new business.”
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Published On: 20/04/2023 16:00:00
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