In the middle of next week, further changes in traffic organization on Młyńska Street will be introduced. The exact date of the changes will be announced after all formalities are completed.
As part of the new traffic organization, traffic will be shifted from the eastern to the western side of the road. Exit from Miechowity Street will be possible in both directions. Traffic at the intersection of Młyńska, Młyńska boczna, and Bohaterów Wietnamu will be possible in all directions.
In the area of Rondo Młyńskie, two parallel intersections will be created, between which the right of way will change. Exit from Kazimierza Chałupnika Street will only be possible to the right.
On Lublańska Street, diaphragm wall installations and excavations for ceiling slabs are being carried out.
The changes will be introduced on October 19th.
Thank you for your patience and understanding during the implementation of this important investment.
September was a month of intense activity and positive changes for us. In this summary, you will find information about the progress of our projects.
From the weekend of August 31st/September 1st, as part of the construction of the underground Rondo Polsadu station in the Tram to Mistrzejowice project, we introduced a new traffic organization. This included road closures and lane reductions, as well as the creation of a temporary roundabout under the overpass. The temporary intersection on Lublańska Street was also removed.
On September 2nd, we began work on the reconstruction of the stormwater drainage system on Krzesławicka Street. This is the beginning of changes that will certainly improve the living conditions of residents in this area.
The completion of the heating network reconstruction is another success for us. All works were completed before the heating season to minimize inconvenience for residents. Since the beginning of the tram line construction to Mistrzejowice, we have modernized over 2500 meters of underground heating infrastructure. The modern pipe layout under sidewalks, bike paths, and green areas allows easy access to the installation during maintenance, significantly reducing traffic disruptions.
Additionally, in the Mistrzejowice loop area, the construction of traction poles and pile foundations towards Dobrego Pasterza Street (along Jancarza, Bohomolca, and Krzesławicka Streets) is ongoing. As part of the works, we are also building ducts for traction cables on Młyńska Street, Rondo Polsadu, and near the Mistrzejowice loop. On Młyńska Street, the final western roadway is being constructed, which will be available to residents and users in mid-October. In September, work was carried out on the construction of the intermediate slab of the Polsad station, and diaphragm wall installation continued on Lublańska Street. On Dobrego Pasterza Street, work related to the construction of a retaining wall and the relocation of underground installations was carried out. At the Mistrzejowice Loop, work was done on the construction and reconstruction of the water channel, as well as the installation of the tram track.
On September 25th and 26th, evacuation exercises were conducted at the KST-IV construction site near Polsad station, focusing on evacuating a worker from a tunnel with limited access to the injured person. The exercises were conducted by the State Fire Service from Rescue and Firefighting Unit No. 3 in Kraków, with the participation of Gulermak employees and subcontractors. The exercises involved reporting the incident to the PSP alarm center, guiding the rescue services to the incident site, providing necessary information to the shift commander, and then conducting the rescue operation using rope techniques. On September 25th, a demonstration of the use of portable firefighting equipment was also conducted. Participants learned the principles of using portable firefighting equipment and could practically test their skills on a prepared training field.
Exercises conducted in cooperation with PSP JRG 3 Kraków are important for us both in terms of raising employee awareness and testing the ability of special services to carry out rescue operations in the event of accidents on the construction site. Considering the complexity of the processes and the risks associated with construction works, increasing employee awareness of safety is one of the main tasks of the Health and Safety Department, especially on such a large contract as the construction of the Tram to Mistrzejowice, – says Sebastian Golemiec, Health and Safety Department coordinator.
We are also pleased with our participation in the educational program “Professional Life of the City.” In the second edition of this project, we will once again open the doors to the behind-the-scenes of building the new “Tram to Mistrzejowice” line, giving young people a unique opportunity to learn about the realities of working in the construction industry. The application collection ended on September 30th.
We thank everyone who supports us in these activities.
Between Wednesday, October 2nd and Thursday, October 3rd, the sidewalk along Młyńska Street, on the section between Miechowity Street and the overpass, will be closed. A detour has been designated under the building at 12 Młyńska Street.
Planned works are related to the sanitary installation. We apologize for the inconvenience. Below, we present a map with the designated detour.
Gϋlermak, the Private Partner in the KST IV Tram to Mistrzejowice project, is participating for the second time in the educational program “Professional Life of the City.” In the second edition of the project, our company will once again introduce participants to the behind-the-scenes of building the new “Tram to Mistrzejowice” line.
The project carried out by Gϋlermak is not only one of the largest infrastructure undertakings in Poland in the Public-Private Partnership formula but also an excellent example of how many professions collaborate on similar investments. Thanks to this cooperation, young people will have a unique opportunity to see the “life of the construction site” with their own eyes and learn about the schedules, difficulties, and challenges that specialists face daily.
During the workshops organized as part of the project, participants will gain knowledge and materials that will allow them to prepare a film report titled “Professional Life of the City.” We will pay special attention to presenting professions related to transport development, as well as socially important issues such as infrastructure accessibility for people with disabilities. The three best reports will be awarded, and the criteria will include topic relevance, creativity, and originality.
The aim of “Professional Life of the City” is to raise young people’s awareness of city development and the role of key professions that ensure its smooth functioning. The initiative of the Specialist Psychological and Pedagogical Counseling Center “Kraków Career Center” is aimed at seventh-grade primary school students who are facing the choice of their further educational and career path. Gϋlermak, together with the organizers, shows young people how diverse and important professions related to urban infrastructure, transport, and communication are.
We encourage all students to actively participate in the workshops and the film competition. The “Professional Life of the City” project is an excellent opportunity to learn about the professions that play a key role in shaping the future of our city.
On September 25, exercises involving Rescue and Firefighting Unit No. 3 of the State Fire Service will take place in the tunnel near Rondo Polsad.
On September 25 and 26, important evacuation exercises were held at the KST-IV construction site near Polsad station, focusing on evacuating a worker from a tunnel with limited access to the injured person. The simulation was organized by the State Fire Service from Rescue and Firefighting Unit No. 3 in Kraków, aiming to enhance the safety and rescue skills of the workers involved in the project.
Both employees of Gulermak and representatives of subcontractors participated in the exercises to strengthen cooperation between different teams in the face of potential threats. The exercise scenario began with reporting the incident to the PSP alarm center. Participants learned to react quickly and act precisely. Then, construction workers acted as guides, leading the rescue services to the incident site. Effective communication with the shift commander, who was provided with necessary information about the situation, was a crucial element of these actions.
During the rescue operation, rope techniques were used, allowing for the safe and efficient extraction of the injured person from difficult terrain. Such exercises are a practical test of skills and a way to build a safety culture in the workplace.
Exercises conducted in cooperation with PSP JRG 3 Kraków are important for us both in terms of raising employee awareness and testing the ability of special services to carry out rescue operations in the event of accidents on the construction site. Considering the complexity of the processes and the risks associated with construction works, increasing employee awareness of safety is one of the main tasks of the Health and Safety Department, especially on such a large contract as the construction of the Tram to Mistrzejowice, – says Sebastian Golemiec, Health and Safety Department coordinator.
Additionally, on September 25, a demonstration of the use of portable firefighting equipment was organized, complementing the exercise program with a practical element related to fire prevention. Participants had the opportunity not only to learn the principles of using firefighting equipment but also to test their skills on a specially prepared training field. This experience allowed for the improvement of firefighting techniques and increased employee confidence in emergency situations.
The reconstruction of the heating network as part of the Tram to Mistrzejowice project has been completed. All works were finished before the heating season began to avoid inconveniences for residents.
Gülermak, the company responsible for the Tram to Mistrzejowice project, completed the reconstruction of the heating network from Jana Pawła II Avenue to Rondo Młyńskie and the heating chambers at Bohomolca and Jancarza streets. Since the beginning of the tram line construction to Mistrzejowice, builders have modernized or rebuilt over 2500 meters of underground heating infrastructure.
The reconstruction works were carried out in stages. Due to the pipe welding technology used, each section had to be fully heated before backfilling the trench. Pipe welding is a process of joining pipes by heating their ends until they become plastic and then joining them to create a durable and tight joint. On Meissnera Street, it was necessary to weld two pipe segments with a total length of about 200 meters.
The smallest pipes used in the project had a diameter of just 150 mm, while the largest had a diameter of 1000 mm. These pipes were placed under sidewalks, bike paths, parking lots, and green areas. This arrangement not only facilitates access to the installation during repairs but also minimizes traffic disruptions during maintenance works. In case of repairs, it does not require disturbing the road surface, which minimizes traffic disruptions.
– A major challenge was to carry the pipes through the main street crossings. To minimize traffic disruptions, we created temporary crossings that ensured smooth traffic flow and allowed the continuation of works, – says Paweł Kos, sanitary works manager at Gülermak.
The reconstruction of the heating network was necessary due to conflicts with the diaphragm walls being built at the beginning of Meissnera Street and near Rondo Młyńskie, as well as due to its overlap with the planned tram line route. Additionally, modernization was necessary to adapt the underground networks to current technical standards and to provide residents with access to safe and durable infrastructure.
The works were carried out outside the heating season, which allowed avoiding interruptions in the supply of heat and hot water, – says Magdalena Nowak-Obrzut, Director of the Kraków City Roads Authority. Thanks to the cooperation with the network operator – the Municipal Heat Energy Company (MPEC) and our subcontractors, the works and inspections went smoothly and successfully, – emphasizes Paweł Kos.
Switching of the DN800 Main Line – Hot Water Supply Interruptions
Due to connection works carried out by the Municipal Heat Energy Company, there will be periodic interruptions in the supply of hot water until September 18, 2024, at 6:00 AM.
This affects buildings located near the following streets:
Due to discrepancies appearing in the public space, we remind you that the schedule of works and their progress is regularly presented on the website and social media, as well as every two weeks during Construction Councils with the participation of representatives of UM Kraków, Councilors, and Residents.
To clear up any doubts, we present the main scope of works and their completion dates:
Completion of the reconstruction of the Mistrzejowice Loop in terms of tracks – Q4 2024
Execution of the intermediate slab of the Polsad station (level -1) – Q4 2024
Completion of the construction of diaphragm walls – Q1 2025
Execution of the bottom slab (level -2) of the Polsad station – Q2 2025
Completion of tunnel construction works – Q3 2025
Tunnel equipment installation – Q4 2025
Construction of the tram track – Q4 2025
Finishing works (small architecture and plantings) – Q1 2026
The Detailed Work Schedule, understood as part of the Public-Private Partnership Agreement, contains very detailed information on the implementation of the works. This document has been reported as protected by trade secrets due to its high level of detail and significant data regarding the technology of the works.
Since the beginning of the investment, we have answered all, even the most difficult, questions. We are at your disposal:
The construction of the 4.5-kilometer tram line to Mistrzejowice is ongoing, with recent weeks bringing further progress. In the new material, you will see how we use BIM technology in planning and monitoring construction works.
Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a technology used in the construction industry that helps in creating, managing, and analyzing information about buildings or infrastructure in a digital and 3D manner. You can read more about this in one of our articles: BIM Technology.
In the report, you will see how BIM technology affects the progress of the work and what innovative solutions are being implemented on the construction site. The material also presents details of the progress made in August.
We invite you to watch the video and follow the next stages of the construction of the tram line to Mistrzejowice.
Part of the new tram line to Mistrzejowice will run below ground level. On the route with a total length of over 1.2 km, passengers will find two underground stops – “Rondo Młyńskie” and “Rondo Polsadu”.
Going in the direction of Mistrzejowice, the tram will go underground just before the Młyńskie roundabout, it will cross it in a half-open trench, it will stop at the recessed “Rondo Młyńskie” stop, and before the Polsad roundabout it will enter a tunnel where the underground stop “Rondo Polsad” will be located. It will emerge to the surface before the Barei roundabout and continue towards Mistrzejowice on the surface.
Key figures:
The total length of the tunnel section will be 1230 m.
The largest difference in the level of the rail head in relation to the terrain will be approx. 12 m
The height in the tunnel, after deducting the space for the overhead contact line, will be 4.5 m.
The length of each underground platform will be 65 m.
The width of the underground platforms will be 4.5 m
The underground stops in the area of the Młyńskie roundabout and the Polsadu roundabout will be accessible by fixed and escalators, as well as elevators. In the underground spaces, platforms and places for getting on and off are planned, adapted for people with disabilities, including textured surface markings and tactile markings in the Braille language.
A visual information system in the form of suspended direction and information boards will be installed within all underground stops, enabling efficient movement of passengers in selected directions of travel.
In addition, the underground station at the Polsadu roundabout will be equipped with public toilets, including a separate toilet adapted to the needs of people with disabilities. A room for caregivers with children is also planned, equipped with a changing table and a feeding space.
