The Algerian Highway Authority has announced that the tunnel leading to the port of Oran will be partially closed from September 28 to October 9, 2026, for maintenance and testing of central management systems. The closure will be implemented in phases, with the first phase affecting traffic heading to the port. The authority has advised road users to exercise caution and follow diversion signs.
According to Mohamed Brahimi, Director of the Algerian Highway Authority, the partial closure is necessary to conduct experiments on central management systems and perform maintenance on equipment. The closure will be implemented in four phases, with each phase affecting a different section of the tunnel. The authority has assured road users that the closure will be temporary and that traffic will be diverted to adjacent lanes.
The first phase of the closure, from September 28 to 30, will affect traffic heading to the port of Oran through the first tunnel at Kanstal. Traffic will be diverted to the adjacent lane in both directions. The second phase, from October 1 to 3, will affect traffic heading to the port through the second tunnel. The authority has advised road users to plan their journeys accordingly and to follow diversion signs.
The closure is part of a larger maintenance program aimed at improving the safety and efficiency of the highway network. The Algerian Highway Authority has assured road users that the work will be carried out with minimal disruption to traffic. The authority has also advised road users to be aware of the closure and to plan their journeys in advance.
The port of Oran is a major hub for trade and commerce in Algeria, and the highway tunnel is a critical route for goods and passengers. The partial closure of the tunnel is expected to cause some disruption to traffic, but the authority has assured road users that the work will be carried out with minimal delay. The authority has also advised road users to follow diversion signs and to exercise caution when using the highway.
The Algerian Highway Authority has apologized for any inconvenience caused by the partial closure of the tunnel and has assured road users that the work will be carried out as quickly as possible. The authority has also advised road users to be aware of the closure and to plan their journeys in advance. The closure is expected to be completed by October 9, 2026.
The maintenance program is part of a larger effort to improve the safety and efficiency of the highway network in Algeria. The Algerian Highway Authority has assured road users that the work will be carried out with minimal disruption to traffic and that the safety of road users is its top priority.
Key points
- The tunnel leading to the port of Oran will be partially closed from September 28 to October 9, 2026, for maintenance and testing.
