Extension proposed by DB on route towards Ilmenau, which will include $20 million, 1.32 km-long Sandberg tunnel. Regional agreement reached and funding awaited. Sept 2000.
1.32 km-long Sandberg tunnel under construction by Jaeger/Heilit & Woerner using Atlas Copco Boomer 353 drillrig with Bever profiler, for completion May/June 2001. Visit www.atlascopco.com 13/01.1.32 km-long Sandberg tunnel nearing completion by Jager/Heilit & Woerner using Atlas Copco 353 drillrig with Bever profiler. Railway being built in sections as funds become available. Visit www.atlascopco.com 28/01.