The problem of leaks in the tunnel has been effectively addressed and operations have already been carried out to eliminate any oxidation and corrosion on the rails, which in no way created problems for the functionality and safety of METRO, stresses Attico Metro. in his announcement and adds:

“Today, the rails and the electrified track are completely restored, there are no new leaks or oxidations.”

The full announcement of Attiko Metro is as follows:

“Regarding today’s media reports, we report the following:

The section of the tunnel in the area of ​​the Piraeus station, in which small water leaks in the form of “spills” have recently appeared, was built in the summer of 2017.

The project was handed over to STASY SA on 07.10.22.

Prior to the commencement of operation of the section of the continuation of the 3rd metro line “MANIATIKA – PIRAEUS – DEMOTIKO THEATER”, neither leaks nor oxidation on the tracks were observed on this section, and all the measurements taken were within the permissible limits.

They appeared after the start of operation and immediately ATTIKO METRO SA asked the Contractor in successive letters to take the necessary corrective actions.

It is indicated that the International Specifications for the construction of METRO tunnels do not exclude the possible, limited volume, the presence of moisture, at the same time, the Piraeus station is waterproof.

The problem of leaks in the tunnel has been effectively solved and work has already been carried out to eliminate oxidation and corrosion on the rails, which in no way created problems for the functionality and safety of METRO.

To date, the rail and the electrified track have been completely restored, with no new leaks and re-occurrence of oxidation.

Otherwise, any damage reported by STA.SY. S.A. they are not unusual when commissioning such complex facilities as the Metro, they are minor and are resolved by the Consortium Contractor as soon as possible, within the framework of the Project guarantee, under the control of ATTIKO METRO SA and do not create any safety problems in the operation of the system .

In conclusion, the phenomenon of limited leakage and oxidation that appeared after the commissioning of the project, as well as any minor damage reported by STA.SY SA, are resolved quickly and successfully.

The Piraeus metro expansion project is completely reliable and safe, contrary to what is mentioned in the relevant publications.

ATTICO METRO S.A. has over thirty years of experience in the construction of metro facilities, with particular attention to the safety and functionality of its infrastructure.”