Construction works begin on Vojislavljević Boulevard after nearly a decade of waiting

Today marked the official launch of construction works on Vojislavljević Boulevard, one of the most important infrastructure projects for both Podgorica and Montenegro, considering that for nearly a decade it has represented a major bottleneck in traffic flow in the capital city.

The ceremony was attended by Prime Minister Milojko Spajić, Mayor of Podgorica Saša Mujović, Deputy Prime Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development Milun Zogović, and Director of the Transport Administration Radomir Vuksanović.

Prime Minister Milojko Spajić emphasized that the Government of Montenegro and the Capital City have the vision, determination, and capability to implement large-scale infrastructure projects. He recalled that last year, when the tender for Vojislavljević Boulevard was announced, there was widespread skepticism about the realization of the project.

By starting these works today, we have proven that we deliver on the promises made to citizens. We will soon launch the tender for the long-awaited reconstruction of the bridge toward the Cetinje road, which will also be implemented in cooperation with the Capital City, said Spajić.

He added that, alongside the construction of Vojislavljević Boulevard, the Western Bypass, and motorway sections, Montenegro’s internal transport connectivity will be significantly improved.

Mayor Saša Mujović expressed great satisfaction with the start of work on one of the Capital City's most significant infrastructure projects.

Today we are starting one of the most important urban infrastructure projects – a roadway that will greatly improve traffic flow in Podgorica and enhance connectivity between city neighborhoods. This project has been under discussion since 2016, and today we are finally moving from words to action. In the past four months since the establishment of the new city administration, we have worked hard to resolve inherited challenges, primarily unresolved property-legal issues. But all the effort was worth it to see this day, said Mujović. He added that following preparatory works, full construction activity will begin in early June, with the entire boulevard expected to be completed and operational within 18 months.

This is a textbook example – an outstanding example of the excellent cooperation and support the city administration has from the Government of Montenegro, and I’m confident we can achieve much through this partnership, Mujović concluded.

Director of the Transport Administration Radomir Vuksanović stated that the works will cover a 3.2 km stretch, including four traffic lanes, sidewalks on both sides, bicycle paths, and accompanying infrastructure.

The project is valued at €14.5 million (including VAT), with 65% funded by the Government of Montenegro, and the remainder by the Capital City. The construction will be carried out in three phases to minimize traffic disruption. The first phase will extend from the roundabout near Vodovod to the former “19. Decembar” factory, with the rest of the boulevard being closed off gradually as work progresses, Vuksanović added.

Deputy Prime Minister Milun Zogović noted that the project will include six intersections and three roundabouts, and that the contractor is Crnagoraput.

Once the bypass, the extension of the Smokovac–Tološi motorway section, and the construction of the Western Bypass are complete, the city center of Podgorica will be significantly relieved – not only from traffic congestion but also from the negative side effects it brings. I believe this is just one of many successful projects being implemented by the 44th Government, and we will continue to work across all regions of the country to provide Montenegro with the transport infrastructure worthy of a modern, tourist-oriented nation, Zogović concluded.