Construction projects in Yakutia have encountered delays.
In the heart of Siberia, the Republic of Yakutia is facing delays in the completion of two ambitious projects: the Leninsky Bridge and the Arctic Center.
The regional government authorities, with support from federal Russian funds, are typically at the helm of these projects, often in collaboration with organisations such as the Ministry of Construction and regional development agencies.
The Leninsky Bridge, a significant infrastructure project, is currently experiencing setbacks, with the installation of the cofferdams yet to be completed. Meanwhile, the Arctic Center, a cutting-edge research facility, is at least 83% ready, according to reports from September 9, 2025.
The delays in both projects are attributed to technical difficulties by the "VIS" group, a company involved in their construction. The setbacks are further compounded by severe underfunding in Yakutia's housing and utilities sector, potentially causing difficulties in heat supply and halting large-scale construction projects.
Despite these challenges, the Arctic Center has made substantial progress. On its roof, three dome-umbrellas and the 'glass lake' above the entrance atrium have been installed and insulated. Inside, internal wall partitions are complete, and specialists are performing wall plastering and have started cladding the central hall.
The Leninsky Bridge, however, is still in the early stages of construction. On the slipway, the assembly of wall panels of the central cofferdam of support No.9 is ongoing, with 27 out of 52 elements produced. Static tests of pile field of support No.5 have been successfully completed, offering a glimmer of hope for the project's future.
Observers predict a significant delay in the launch of both construction projects, with the Arctic Center possibly launching in 2026 and the Leninsky Bridge potentially delayed until better times, such as the end of the SVO, economic recovery, or partial lifting of sanctions.
State media and the "VIS" group continue to report on the projects in a positive tone, maintaining optimism in the face of these challenges. For more information, you can find articles on these delays at https://our site/article/214004 and https://our site/article/213938.
It's important to note that the underfunding in Yakutia's housing and utilities sector also poses a risk to the program for the demolition and resettlement of dilapidated housing this year.
Federal funding, planned for 2027, may be reconsidered due to lack of funds, with federal officials potentially asking the republic to build the projects themselves. However, both grand projects are being undertaken by the republic independently, without federal co-financing.
As these projects move forward, the people of Yakutia and the wider world eagerly await their completion, symbolizing progress and development in one of the world's most remote and fascinating regions.
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