Track construction and overhead line work by Rhomberg Sersa.
The Maishofen-Saalbach station is undergoing a comprehensive modernisation with the aim of serving as a central transport hub for the 2025 Ski World Championships. Commissioned by ÖBB-Infrastruktur AG, the Rhomberg Sersa Rail Group is involved in this project through Universale Bau and Rhomberg Fahrleitungsbau.
The modernisation includes the construction of new barrier-free side platforms, the renewal of track and overhead line systems, the creation of a modern waiting area, and other infrastructure improvements. Universale Bau was responsible for the track construction. During the summer months of this year, two tracks, each 350 metres long, were laid using a portal crane.
Rhomberg Fahrleitungsbau, the specialist in overhead lines and electrical equipment within the RSRG, was awarded the contract for the new installation of the entire overhead line system at Maishofen-Saalbach station. The installation work includes the erection of approximately 3.1 kilometres of Type 1.3 overhead lines, with 53 mast locations, 4 switch connections, 20 light points, and a new switch heating transformer. The power supply, including a new switchgear frame, is also being renewed. In the course of this new construction, the old overhead line was dismantled and the old reinforced concrete masts were removed. Both the track construction and overhead line installation crews are working in all weather conditions and with full commitment to complete the project on schedule.
The total budget for this project amounts to approximately 18.5 million euros, financed by ÖBB, the state of Salzburg, and the municipality of Maishofen. The main construction work is being carried out this year and is expected to be completed by December 2024, just in time for the 2025 Ski World Championships.
In addition to the modernisation of the station, these measures contribute to the promotion of sustainable travel by rail by improving the connectivity of this region to the public transport network.
Facts
Project Bahnhof Maishofen
- Scope: Construction of barrierfree side platforms, renewal of track and overhead line systems, creation of a modern waiting area
- Completion: December 2024
