Italy is reviving plans for a bridge connecting Sicily to the mainland. Will it work?
Summary
Italy plans to build a suspension bridge connecting Sicily to the mainland over the Strait of Messina. The bridge will be the longest of its kind and is set to cost about 13.5 billion euros, funded by the government. Construction is expected to begin in May 2026 and finish in 2032, despite concerns over earthquakes and local opposition.Key Facts
- The bridge will span 2 miles over the Strait of Messina, linking Sicily to mainland Italy.
- It is planned to be the world's longest single-span suspension bridge.
- The project is expected to cost 13.5 billion euros, funded entirely by the Italian government.
- The bridge's construction is scheduled to start in May 2026 and conclude by 2032.
- Initial approval for the bridge was granted in 1971, with several cancellations since then.
- Engineers are considering seismic risks, using special materials and designs to manage these challenges.
- The area is prone to seismic activity, but similar projects have been successful in other countries.
- Local groups oppose the project, saying the funds should improve existing infrastructure instead.
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