COMMISSION OF THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITIES 
Brussels, 04.09.1996 
COM(96) 388 final 
ANNUAL REPORT OF THE COHESION FUND 
1995 
(presented by the Commission) 

PREFACE 
The Cohesion Fund report for 1995 is the first to cover the activities of a whole calendar 
year. The operations carried out between 1 April 1993 and 26 May 1994 were covered by 
a separate report on the cohesion financial instrument, which was set up pending the 
ratification of the Maastricht Treaty. The Cohesion Fund operations from 27 May 1994 to 
end-1994 were the subject of a supplement to that report; a consolidated version of these 
reports covering 1993-94 was issued in 1995. 
This first full annual report also reflects the fact that at the end of 1995 the Cohesion Fund 
is a fully operational instrument to promote economic and social cohesion. Experience has 
been very satisfactory in terms of implementation of both the budget and projects on the 
ground. Efficient and adequate procedures have now been put in place in order to assure 
the preparation, implementation and monitoring of projects, facilitate exchanges between 
Member States and the Commission and help clarify and resolve and problems which 
occur. 
On a general level, the Commission clarified two major principles in 1995. The target of 
allocating finance to environment projects and transport infrastructure projects on a 50/50 
basis for the whole period until end-1999 was confirmed as the Commission's objective. 
This is an important signal that environment projects, which may not always be as visible 
or large-scale as transport infrastructure, have the same high priority in the view of the 
Commission and that the Member States should put forward proposals accordingly. 
Secondly, the Commission made clear how it intends to apply the principle of 
conditionality to the Cohesion Fund. A special section in this report deals in detail with that 
question. It is important that conditionality should be perceived as a credible and reliable 
policy stance and at the same time be implemented without unduly disrupting development 
in the Member State concerned. 
This report has been drafted to serve as the main source of information for Cohesion Fund 
activities in 1995 and will be distributed appropriately. 
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INTRODUCTION 
Economie and Social Cohesion ranks as one of the main objectives of the Treaty on 
European Union. During 1995 the Cohesion Fund continued and reinforced its contribution 
to the achievement of this objective. Most of the difficulties which surrounded its creation 
in 1993/94 have now been overcome. 
1995 marks the first full year of Cohesion Fund activities. However, the experience gained 
with the cohesion financial instrument in 1993-94 and the initial operation of the Cohesion 
Fund in the remainder of 1994 proved very useful in establishing the present operational 
mode of the Fund. This means that 1995 was also a year in which the Fund found its 
normal level of activity and settled down to a "business as usual" style of management. 
During the year, the financing strategy of the Fund was further developed in full 
compatibility with the provisions of its Regulation. The balance between the two areas of 
assistance - transport infrastructure and environment - advanced further towards a 50/50 
split and, within the transport sector, more emphasis was placed on the increase of rail 
facilities than on roads. This development meets the comments made by the European 
Parliament in its opinion on the annual report on the Cohesion Fund 1994 and remarks on 
the same topic by the Committee of the Regions and the Economic and Social Committee. 
The Fund continues to finance exclusively those transport infrastructure projects which 
form part of, or provide direct access to, the Trans-European Transport Network (TEN -
transport). The completion of priority sections of the network therefore remains the main 
funding strategy in the field of transport and projects presented by the Member States are 
selected for finance according to this priority. The delay in adopting the final version of 
the TEN complicates matters, but this problem could be overcome within the present 
Cohesion Fund Regulation. 
In the field of the environment, the priorities followed reflect the European Directives on 
drinking water supply, waste water treatment and sewage and urban waste. Other 
environmental measures have also received finance, e.g. reafforestation, habitat protection 
and nature conservation. All assistance from the Fund has been provided with due respect 
to the polluter-pays principle and best evaluation practices available. In this latter area the 
Commission found in the past that there was room for improvement of analytical methods 
and their practical application and took steps in that direction. The situation has 
considerably improved since 1993. 
The Cohesion Fund is now a fully operational, efficient and flexible instrument of finance 
for projects intended to improve the economic and social cohesion of the Union. Budgetary 
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implementation for the year was 100%) for commitment appropriations and almost 100% 
for payment appropriations. It is thus the third year in a row that a full commitment of the 
available budget has been achieved and the first year that payments are near the 100% 
mark. 
These figures are impressive considering that each individual project must be fully 
scrutinized before commitments and payments can be made and that continuous monitoring 
and checks on physical indicators are made prior to any further payments. The result is full 
certainty that the projects are being physically implemented; there is no "optical" budget 
effect, i.e. that high payment ratios reflect only first advances on approved projects rather 
than actual implementation on the ground. 
Even though the results achieved are positive and contribute significantly to cohesion, 
background economic conditions are weak. In spite of the efforts undertaken in the wake 
of the White Paper on Growth, Competitiveness and Employment - the comprehensive 
initiative for growth introduced by the Commission in 1993 - the present economic context 
for furthering economic and social cohesion and reducing the under-development of the 
least-prosperous Member States is not the most favourable. 
The generally high levels of unemployment and dampened growth expectations in the 
Union as a whole also reflect the situation in the four cohesion countries: with the notable 
exception of Portugal, unemployment levels remain high and economic forecasts give only 
scant hope of substantial reductions. The combatting of unemployment and a reinforced 
effort of job-creation has long been a high priority for the Commission as well and 
increasing emphasis is being placed on the employment-creating effect of all measures 
undertaken. This is also the case for the Cohesion Fund projects and the Commission has 
taken steps to improve the assessment of short and long term employment effects in this 
connection. Section 4.6.4 of this Report gives more details on this important issue. 
In this context, several Member States are at the same time experiencing difficulties in 
meeting the Maastricht convergence criteria and following the guidelines laid down in the 
economic convergence programmes leading up to the third phase of EMU. For the four 
cohesion Member States, the work of the Cohesion Fund does indeed help to address this 
situation: the call on public expenditure is being curtailed while it is still possible to 
continue priority investment activities. The total resources available to the Cohesion Fund 
are of course limited and the investment levels can be maintained only within the strict 
limits set by the budgetary allocation for each Member State. 
Some difficulties have persisted as a result of the late notification of environment projects, 
the notification of such projects below the threshold of ECU 10 million and delays caused 
by public procurement difficulties. Delays in implementing environment projects have 
regrettably increased. 
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Cooperation with the EIB continues to give satisfactory results and increases the quality of 
evaluation of the projects. 
Several projects could not be adopted as proposed and were refused or had to be amended 
before they could be accepted. Member States were informed accordingly. Suspension 
proceedings had to be opened in several cases. 
During 1995 the number of meetings of the Monitoring Committees increased and 
inspection visits intensified. Some irregularities were found but these had no impact on the 
Union budget since corrective measures could be taken before payments were made. No 
case of fraud has so far been found in the first three years of operation of the Cohesion 
Fund. 
A certain number of projects were already completed or were very close to completion in 
1995. Some had even been opened to the public for use. 
A draft decision on information and publicity measures was been to the European 
Parliament. 
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CONTENTS 
CHAPTER 1 IMPLEMENTATION OF THE COHESION FUND 
1.1 Background 9 
1.2 Operations 11 
1.3 Enlargement 12 
CHAPTER 2 FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE COMMITTED AND PAID BY 
THE FUND 
2.1 Budget available 13 
2.2 Breakdown by Member State 14 
2.3 Budget implementation 14 
2.3.1 Spain 16 
2.3.2 Portugal 25 
2.3.3 Greece 31 
2.3.4 Ireland 37 
2.4 Assistance for studies and technical support measures 42 
2.4.1 General 42 
2.4.2 On the Commission's initiative 43 
2.4.3 At the request of the Member States 44 
2.5 Payments by Member State in 1995 45 
CHAPTER 3 CONVERGENCE AND CONDITIONALITY 
3.1 Convergence programmes 
3.1.1 Spain 46 
3.1.2 Portugal 47 
3.1.3 Greece 47 
3.1.4 Ireland 48 
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CHAPTER 4 EVALUATION OF PROJECTS AND MEASURES ADOPTED 
4.1 General 50 
4.2 Trans-European transport networks 51 
4.3 Contribution to the implementation of environment policy 60 
4.4 Balance between the environment and transport 61 
4.5 Assessment of compatibility with the other policies 62 
4.6 Socio-economic impact 67 
4.7 Coordination and consistency with the other measures 75 
4.8 The role of the EIB in project evaluation 79 
CHAPTER 5 MONITORING AND INSPECTION 
5.1 Monitoring Committees 81 
' 5.1.1 Spain 81 
5.1.2 Portugal 83 
5.1.3 Greece 84 
5.1.4 Ireland 85 
5.2 Inspection missions 86 
5.3 Role of the EIB 88 
5.4 Fraud and irregularities 89 
5.5 Legal proceedings in progress 89 
CHAPTER 6 INTER-DIALOGUE, INFORMATION AND PUBLICITY 
6.1 Information to the European Parliament, the Economic and Social Committee 
and the Committee of the Regions 90 
6.1.1 European Parliament 90 
6.1.2 Economic and Social Committee and Committee of the Regions . 92 
6.2 Information to the Member States 93 
6.3 Information to the social partners 93 
6.4 Information meetings for interested parties 93 
6.4.1 Hearings for interested parties 93 
6.4.2 Rail day 94 
6.4.3 Other information meetings 94 
6.5 Seminar on financial management 96 
6.6 Publicity at the initiative of the Commission 96 
6.7 Measures taken by the Member States 97 
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ANNEXES 
Annex 1 Main points of projects approved in 1995 (published in the Official Journal 
of the European Community) 
Annex 2 Graphs 
Annex 3 Rail and road network maps 
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CHAPTER 1 - Implementation of the Cohesion Fund 
CHAPTER 1 
IMPLEMENTATION OF THE COHESION FUND 
1.1 BACKGROUND 
1.1.1 Conditionality 
The Cohesion Fund is subject to the principle of conditionality set out in Article 6 of the 
Fund Regulation1. This principle was suspended until two years after the entry into force 
of the Maastricht Treaty, i.e. until 1 November 1995. On 20 December 1995 the 
Commission decided to apply this principle in practice. 
Unlike the Structural Fund Regulations, the Regulation establishing a Cohesion Fund 
establishes a link between the granting of assistance from the Fund and the monitoring of 
national budget deficits provided for in Article 104c of the EU Treaty, as amended by the 
Maastricht Treaty. Article 6 of the Regulation requires the Commission to suspend finance 
for new projects or - in the case of projects divided into different stages, new stages of 
projects - if the Member State concerned is found in accordance with the procedure to have 
an excessive deficit. 
In September 1994 the Council decided that Spain, Portugal and Greece had excessive 
budgetary deficits; Ireland, on the contrary, was found not to have an excessive deficit. For 
the first three countries the Council recommendation specified targets to be reached for 
1995 and in July 1995 Council confirmed these targets and established new ones for 1996. 
In the spring of 1996, after the Member States concerned have presented their final 
budgetary reports for 1995, an examination will be made to see whether the targets for 
1995 have been achieved. If a Member State has not achieved that target, the Commission 
will suspend payments to it from the Cohesion Fund for all new projects and new stages 
of projects already under way. If financing has been suspended in spring 1996, it may 
resume if the objective for 1996 is met. The Commission has decided to apply these rules 
in a flexible manner. 
1.1.2 Balance between environment and transport infrastructure projects 
On 22 November 1995 the Commission adopted a paper on Cohesion and the Environment, 
which clarified a major principle concerning the Cohesion Fund. 
Council Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 of 16 May 1994. 
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Article 10(2) of the Cohesion Fund Regulation states that "a suitable balance shall be struck 
between projects in the field of the environment and projects relating to transport 
infrastructure." The importance of this principle is clear: it would be unacceptable if one 
of the two investment areas systematically received a substantially larger share of total 
funding than the other, simply because of differences in the nature of the investments, 
average project size, maturity of the sector and lead-times in project planning. 
The target of allocating finance to environment projects and transport infrastructure projects 
on an equal basis for the whole period until end-1999 was confirmed as the Commission's 
objective. This means that environment projects, which may not always be as visible or 
large-scale as transport infrastructure projects, have the same high priority in the view of 
the Commission and that the Member States should put forward proposals accordingly. The 
Commission is of course prepared to apply this principle flexibly and not insist on a 50/50 
split year-by-year. That would be counter-productive and mean that good projects in one 
area were held up because of lack of projects in the other. Such flexibility has already been 
exercised in 1993, 1994 and 1995, as this Report shows. 
1.1.3 Community and national priorities 
Under Article 10 of the Cohesion Fund Regulation, the list of projects to be financed is to 
be adopted by the Commission in agreement with the beneficiary Member State. 
The Member States are responsible for submitting proposals for projects to the 
Commission. It is clear that the proposals for finance will reflect the priorities established 
at national level by those Member States in the fields of the environment and transport 
infrastructure. It is equally clear that the Commission must adopt projects for the Cohesion 
Fund while applying Community considerations and priorities. 
In the field of transport infrastructure, all projects must be part of the decisions concerning 
the trans-European Transport Network (TEN) or provide access to that network. In practice, 
the Commission has agreed to finance projects which were identified as high priorities for 
the TEN by the Essen European Council. 
In the field of the environment, the Commission is following closely the priorities laid 
down in the Directives concerning the supply of drinking water,2 waste water3 and 
treatment of solid waste4. All three sectors are included in the Fifth Environmental 
Directive 80/778/EEC as amended by Directive 91/692/EEC (OJ No L 377, p.48). 
Directive 91/271 /EEC (OJ No L 135, p. 40). 
Directive 75/442/EEC as amended by Directive 91/156/EEC (OJ No L 78, p. 32) 
Directive 78/319/EEC as amended by Directive 91/689/EEC (OJ No L 377,p. 20). 
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Programme on sustainable development. Most of the finance for environment projects is 
given to these areas; this does not mean that other environment projects are excluded, as 
this report shows. The Cohesion Fund is getting an increasing number of applications 
concerning erosion control, reafforestation and protection of habitats. Nature conservation 
measures and coastal protection are also on the increase. A large number of these projects 
have received finance in the past and new projects will be approved in the future. The three 
main areas covered by the Directives remain, however, priorities for Commission 
assistance. 
1.2 OPERATIONS 
The operation of the Cohesion Fund in 1995 finally revealed the strong points of the 
approach set out in Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 and implemented by the Commission: 
a substantial increase in the prior appraisal of projects, in both economic and 
technical terms, as a result of the development by both the Commission and the 
Member States of appropriate analytical instruments and an increase in the 
Commission's capacity for analysis thanks to its use of outside expertise and 
cooperation with the EIB; 
introduction of a system for the effective monitoring of projects. After a running-in 
period, this has proved effective; 
the implementation of financial management procedures which ensure a close link 
between payments and implementation on the ground. This is now operating 
satisfactorily. 
By utilizing all these instruments, the Commission can discharge to the full the tasks 
entrusted to it by the Regulation and obtain detailed knowledge of the progress of each 
project it is financing. 
It should also be noted that the very large number of small-scale projects submitted to the 
Cohesion Fund, particularly in the field of the environment, has resulted in a proliferation 
in the number of approval decisions. The application of fairly complex procedures requires 
a very considerable administrative effort which, spread over an excessive number of 
projects, has resulted in a very heavy workload. 
The Commission considers that this situation should be corrected in 1996 and that in future 
assistance from the Cohesion Fund should be concentrated on a smaller number of large 
projects or on coherent groups of projects with a significant impact which form part of an 
integrated strategy in the transport and environment sectors. 
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1.3 ENLARGEMENT 
Following up the conclusions of the presidency of the Madrid European Council, the 
Commission has continued its examination of the implications of enlargement for economic 
and social cohesion. 
While cohesion is a fundamental principle of the European Union, it is clearly difficult to 
make any predictions concerning the future of cohesion policies or their financial 
implications for the Union. Enlargement will profoundly affect the cohesion of the Union; 
any reform of or change to cohesion policies must be progressive and be implemented over 
time if it is to be acceptable to all. 
As a preliminary comment, the Commission has stated that the general application of 
cohesion policy throughout the Union should be maintained. The cohesion countries should 
benefit from a guarantee of continued solidarity which takes account of the success 
achieved in economic and social cohesion. The shape of policies should provide a clear 
signal that the principle of budget discipline is being concretely respected in a situation 
when most Member States are going through a process of rigorous budget management in 
order to meet the Maastricht criteria. 
The Cohesion Fund is just one of the instruments aiming at economic and social cohesion 
to be examined in this context; its continued application until 1999 may provide elements 
for that reflection. 
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CHAPTER 2 
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE COMMITTED AND PAID BY THE FUND 
2.1 BUDGET AVAILABLE 
At the December 1992 Edinburgh summit, the Heads of State and Government decided to 
grant ECU 15 150 million (at 1992 prices) to the four beneficiary Member States for the 
period 1993-99. The year-by-year breakdown of these appropriations is as follows: 
Year 
Amount 1993 
1 500 1994 
1 750 1995 
2 000 1996 
2 250 ECU million (1992 
1997 
2 500 1998 
2 550 1999 
2 600 prices) 
Total 
15 150 
Subsequently, adjustments for inflation meant that, following indexation, commitment 
appropriations for 1993, 1994 and 1995 were set at ECU 1 565 million, ECU 1 853 million and 
ECU 2 152 million respectively. Payment appropriations for those years amounted to ECU 1 
000 million, ECU 1 679 million and ECU 1 750 million respectively. 
In 1995, the budgetary authority (the European Parliament and the Council of the European 
Union) decided to transfer ECU 300 000 to the budget item managed by the UCLAF (Unité 
de coordination de lutte anti-fraude - anti-fraud unit) to provide commitment and payment 
appropriations for use in the fight against fraud in the Cohesion Fund. This transfer reduced the 
commitment appropriations available to the Cohesion Fund in 1995 to ECU 2 151.7 million and 
the payment appropriations to ECU 1 749.7 million. 
In view of the above, the budget for 1996 was set at ECU 2 444 million in commitment 
appropriations and ECU 1 919 million in payment appropriations. 
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2.2 BREAKDOWN BY MEMBER STATE 14 
An indicative breakdown of these amounts was made pursuant to Annex I to the Regulation, 
which prescribes brackets of 52% to 58% for Spain, 16% to 20% each for Greece and Portugal 
and 7% to 10% for Ireland. 
The table of indicative brackets was therefore as follows: 
Member 
State 
1993 
1994 
1995 
1996 
1997 
1998 
1999 
TOTAL 
93/99 SPAIN 
52% 
780 
910 
1 040 
1 170 
1 300 
1 326 
1 352 
6 174 55% 
825 
962.5 
1 100 
1 237.5 
1 375 
1 402.5 
1 430 
8 332.5 58% 
870 
1 015 
1 160 
1 305 
1 450 
1 479 
1 508 
8 787 GREECE-PORTUGAL 
16% 
240 
280 
320 
360 
400 
408 
416 
2 424 18% 
270 
315 
360 
405 
450 
459 
468 
2 727 20% 
300 
350 
400 
450 
500 
510 
520 
3 030 ECU million (1992 prices) 
IRELAND 
7% 
105 
122.5 
140 
157.5 
175 
178.5 
282 
1 060.5 9% 
135 
157.5 
180 
202.5 
225 
229.5 
234 
1 363.5 10% 
150 
175 
200 
225 
250 
255 
260 
1 515 
2.3 BUDGET IMPLEMENTATION 
At 31 December, commitments for 1995 totalled ECU 2 151.6 million, or 99.9% of the 
appropriations available. Table 1 shows the breakdown of commitments from the Cohesion 
Fund by Member State and by sector. 
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Table 1 - Appropriations for commitments - 1995: ECU 2 151.7 million 
ECU million 
M.S. 
E 
GR 
1RL 
P 
TOTAL 
Tech.Ass 
TOTAL Environment 
574 225 824 
228 184 658 
93 179 175 
146 648 564 
/ 042 238 221 
-
1 042 238 221 % 
48.48 
58.82 
48.94 
37.88 
48.48 
-Transport 
610 206 854 
159 729 130 
97 182 548 
240 472 848 
1 07 591 380 
-
1 107 591 380 % 
51.52 
41.18 
50.06 
62.12 
51.52 
-Total 
1 184 432 678 
387 913 788 
190 361 723 
387 121 412 
2 149 829 601 
1 845 980 
2 151 675 581 Breakdown 
55.09 
18.04 
8.87 
18 
100 
0.086 
100 
The unused balance of commitments amounts to: 
(2 151 700 000 - 2 151 675 581) - + ECU 24 419 
Table 2 - Appropriations for payments - 1995: ECU 1 749.7 
ECU million 
M.S. 
E 
GR 
IRL 
P 
TOTAL 
Tech.Ass. 
TOTAL Environment. 
358 421 236 
76 977 597 
51 669 204 
97 052 060 
584 120 097 
-
584 120 097 % 
32.4 
85 
38.6 
26.3 
34.4 
-Transport 
746 857 276 
13 523 230 
81 988 686 
272 152 257 
1 114 521 449 
-
1 114 521 449 % 
67.6 
'15 
61.4 
73.7 
65.6 
-Total 
1 105 278 512 
90 500 827 
133 657 890 
369 204 317 
1 698 641 546 
501.942 
1 699 143 488 Breakdown 
65 
5 
8 
22 
1 
0.03 
100 
Balance of payment appropriations: (1 749 700 000 - 1 699 143.488) = ECU 50 556.512 (2.9%) 
In 1995 appropriations for payments were implemented at a rate of 97.1%. 
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Table 3 - Appropriations to combat fraud (see section 2.1 of this Report) 
Appropriations available: ECU 300 000 
ECU 
Commitments Payments Balance 
296 000 197 320 102 680 
The unused balance of ECU 4 000 (300 000 - 296 000) lapsed at the end of the year. 
2.3.1 Spain 
2.3.1.1 Environment 
In 1995, the Spanish authorities submitted 48 applications for assistance involving finance from 
the Cohesion Fund. These covered almost 800 environmental projects for which assistance 
amounted to ECU 919 million. The applications fell into five sectors: water supply, waste-water 
treatment, urban waste, afforestation and planning and restoration of the coastline and the urban 
environment. 
The sectors for assistance in 1995 confirm Spain's priorities for the environment. The drainage 
and waste-water treatment is one of the most important of these priorities, accounting for 48% 
of assistance for the environment and intended in particular to implement Community Directive 
91/271/EEC on waste water in preparation for 1998 and 2000. 
This year, for the first time, following an agreement with the central government, the 
Autonomous Communities and local authorities participated in the presentation and 
implementation of projects financed by the Cohesion Fund. 
In 1995, the Commission adopted 47 decisions on some 610 projects and measures concerning 
the environment in Spain. During that year, assistance totalling ECU 574 221 690 was provided 
towards eligible costs of ECU 834 806 979. This assistance represented 48.5% of total 
assistance from the Cohesion Fund. The decisions for this sector adopted in previous years 
(1993 and 1994) did not give rise to any financial commitment in 1995 because they were 
adopted as single commitments. . 
The difficulty of proposing large-scale environmental projects, which resulted in Spain 
submitting a large number of measures in 1995, is largely the consequence of the 
decentralization of implementation to a number of bodies, central government and regional and 
local authorities, and the number of sectors for assistance proposed. 
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The projects approved are broken down by category in the table below. The paragraphs which 
follow provide further details, highlighting the main projects in each category. The projects 
approved comply with the priorities of the Fifth Community Action Programme on the 
Environment and Sustainable Development, the objectives of Article 13Or of the Treaty and the 
requirements stemming from implementation of the Community Directives on the environment. 
Breakdown of projects by sector 
ECU 
Category 
WATER 
TREATMENT 
WATER SUPPLY 
WASTE 
URBAN ENV. 
COASTS 
AFFORESTATION 
STUDIES ETC 
TOTAL Total cost 
462 674 562 
74 690 587 
54 525 589 
30 773 797 
118 160 652 
87 295 355 
6 686 437 
834 806 979 Assistance 
377 989 429 
63 486 998 
43 620 469 
24 619 035 
100 436 552 
72 012 861 
5 710 815 
687 876 159 Commitment 
1995 
275 944 076 
63 486 998 
32 011 353 
24 619 035 
100 436 552 
72 012 861 
5 710 815 
574 221 690 % 
48.06 
11.06 
5.57 
4.29 
17.49 
12.54 
0.99 
100 Number of 
decisions 
22 
3 
7 . 
3 
3 
7 
2 
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Water supply 
The national water plan, which is still being approved, defines the relevant objectives and 
measures. 
In this sector, three decisions were taken concerning some 56 measures to improve or provide 
good quality water in large towns (including Guadalajara, Huelva, Murcia, Malaga, Cuenca and 
Teruel) and areas affected by drought and water shortages in the river basins of southern Spain, 
the Guadalquivir, Guadiana, Segura, Tagus and Jucar. They mainly involve the construction of 
the infrastructure required to transport drinking water to areas where it is needed (pumping 
stations, aqueducts, tunnels, treatment stations, etc). The measures to combat drought are set 
out separately for each river basin. 
Waste-water treatment 
In February 1995, Spain approved the national plan for the drainage and waste-water treatment 
designed to coordinate assistance from the relevant public bodies and encourage compliance 
with the obligations imposed by Directive 91/271/EEC. It also specifies the areas regarded as 
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sensitive and less sensitive, infrastructure, drainage and treatment needs and gives a general 
estimate of the economic impact. 
Of the 21 decisions adopted, 13 were prepared directly by the regional and local authorities, 
which will also implement them. 
The main aims of constructing infrastructure for the collection and treatment of waste water are 
to reduce the degree of pollution of such water, improve health conditions, protect ecosystems 
and encourage the rational utilization of water. 
Solid waste 
The national strategies for the period 1995-2000 on dangerous waste and the recovery of 
contaminated soil were approved in February 1995. Both plans contain the priorities and criteria 
laid down by the European Union, principally in Directive 91/689/EEC, which fixes limits for 
dangerous residues. 
Two decisions concerning the management of dangerous waste, in Extremadura and the Basque 
Country, and three decisions on urban waste, in Madrid, Barcelona and Bilbao, were financed. 
These projects provide for the selective collection of solid urban waste, the reduction at source 
of dangerous waste, the promotion of recycling and the reuse of waste and the environment-
friendly treatment of the resulting residues. 
Two decisions on the rehabilitation of polluted land were also financed. The aims of these 
projects are to prevent soil pollution and encourage the cleaning up and recovery of polluted 
soil. 
Afforestation 
The national institute for nature conservation (ICONA) drew up the reafforestation plan for 
1995-99, which includes afforestation and combatting erosion and desertification.and forms part 
of the national plan for the restoration of water and forestry resources (in each river basin). This 
plan also includes measures to encourage regeneration of plant cover where ecosystems have 
deteriorated because of fire. 
The Autonomous Communities and the central administration (ICONA) submitted projects 
grouped by river basin. 
Seven decisions covering 348 afforestation projects were adopted during 1995. These provide 
for the replacement of vegetation cover through replanting of trees, the treatment of forests to 
improve existing vegetation, maintenance work on seasonal water courses, the consolidation and 
strengthening of banks and their stabilization against landslips through dykes and breakwaters. 
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There is also provision for complementary measures such as the hydrological improvement of 
river basins which have deteriorated. 
Coasts 
The central administration submitted three decisions covering 35 projects concerned with coastal 
improvements, the restoration of beaches and the environmental restoration of the coastline in 
various places on both the Mediterranean and Atlantic seaboards. The aim is to protect the 
coastline, restore coastal areas of ecological importance and reduce human pressure on the 
coast. 
Three decisions were also adopted to check the erosion of beaches, restore and protect the 
natural environment and re-establish natural areas on the coastline. 
Urban environment 
Measures concerning the urban environment were submitted by the local authorities. Three 
decisions were adopted for the various categories of projects. One concerned with the 
regeneration of the historic centre of Barcelona (Case-Antic) was submitted by the Barcelona 
city council. A group of four projects to provide green areas along river banks and check 
environmental deterioration was submitted by the Barcelona Metropolitan Area. Madrid city 
council also submitted a group of two projects concerned with the construction of a centre for 
noise studies in Madrid and the restoration of run-down areas of the Casa de Campo park. 
2.3.1.2 Transport 
During 1995, the Commission adopted nine decisions on new transport infrastructure projects 
to be financed by the Cohesion Fund and five decisions approving additional amounts for 
projects financed in 1993 under the cohesion financial instrument. 
The total amount committed from the 1995 budget was ECU 610 206 854, of which 66.1% was 
for new projects (over ECU 403 million) and the remainder (33.9%) was for amendments to 
earlier decisions (ECU 70 million) or annual instalments of projects adopted under the 1994 
budget (ECU 136.8 million). 
The breakdown of the budget by mode of transport is as follows: 
- roads 79.5% ' 
- railways 19.6% 
- waterways 0.9%. 
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Roads 
The following projects under the 1995 Cohesion Fund budget may be noted: 
1. Madrid-Valencia expressway (N-III) - Motilla del Palancar-Minglanilla section. 
Assistance comprising a single commitment (1995) of ECU 34.7 million was approved. 
This project, which forms part of the Madrid-Valencia expressway, includes the 
construction of two 7 m-wide carriageways with external and internal shoulders of 2.5 m 
and 1 m respectively; the construction of five viaducts and 14 over- and under-passes, 
mostly using prestressed concrete bridging slabs, and four intersections, at Motilla del 
Palancar, Castillejo de Iniesta, Granja and Minglanilla. 
2. Zaragoza-Huesca expressway 
The Commission approved finance worth ECU 103.5 million, to be committed in annual 
instalments. The first (1995) instalment of assistance is worth ECU 5.6 million. The 
Zaragoza-Huesca expressway will provide a third access to France through the Somport 
tunnel. The work involves the construction of three sections of expressway. The 22 km 
long Zuera-Almudévar section includes 23 structures of various types: bridges with decks 
in prestressed reinforced concrete and pergola-type bridges. 
The 21.6 km long Almudévar-Huesca section includes four over-passes, one over the 
Monegros canal, a mixed structure in steel and concrete, 16 under-passes and a number 
of retaining walls. 
3. Somport tunnel (Phase II) 
The Commission approved financing worth ECU 80.8 million with commitments in 
annual instalments. Commitment of the 1995 instalment amounted to ECU 26.8 million. 
The tunnel-driving project from the Spanish side was submitted to the Commission for 
financing from the Cohesion Fund in February 1994 and approved in 1995. It covers 
construction of a tunnel 8 553 m long, of which 5 185 m lies in Spain. The tunnel will 
link the N-330 Huesca-Somport road to the RN 134 in France. The width between the 
outer pedestrian ways will be 9 m, with two carriageways of 3.5 m each, two shoulders 
of 0.50 m and a central reservation of 1 m. 
4. Rias Bai as expressway, Orense-Porrino section (78.7 km) 
Assistance approved amounted to ECU 212.8 million. The project is subdivided into five 
sub-sections: 
Orense-Barbantes: 13.6 km, five viaducts, three over-passes and ten under-passes 
Barbantes-Melon: 21.7 km, two viaducts, seven over-passes and 21 under-passes 
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Melon-La Caniza: 9.1 km 
La Caniza-Batallares: 15.5 km, two tunnels (3 km), one bridge in prestressed concrete 
with two decks of 186 m each suspended by cables, six over- and under-passes. 
Batallares-Porrino: 18.9 km. 
The Commission approved financing by commitments in annual instalments. The 
commitment for 1995 amounts to ECU 133.2 million. 
5. Trans-Catalonia highway. Lérida-Gerona - Rajadell-Manresa-Artes and Vic-Manlleu 
sections. 
Assistance was approved by means of a single commitment (1995) of ECU 43.1 million. 
The project will provide a triple link with the trans-European networks through a direct 
link between Lérida and Gerona through the central lowlands. It falls into five clearly 
differentiated sub-sections: Lérida-Cervera, Cervera-Manresa, Manresa-Vic, Vic-Olotand 
Olot-Figueras. 
The project financed by the Cohesion Fund includes the sections: Rajadell-Manresa (7.10 
km), Manresa by-pass (1.36 km), Manresa-S. Fruitos (5.04 km), S. Fruitos-Artés (8 km), 
the Vic arterial road (8.11 km) and Vic-Manlleu 3.65 km. The Rajadell-Manresa-Artés 
section will include four viaducts, eight over-passes, 15 under-passes and nine 
interchanges. The Vic-Manlleu section includes six interchanges, one viaduct, eight over­
passes and 12 under-passes. 
6. Lower Llobregat expressway 
Martorell-coast road section 
The Commission approved assistance amounting to ECU 129.9 million through 
commitments in annual instalments. In addition to these works, two tunnels will be built, 
one 320 m long under the N-II and one 675 m long under the railway, and an underpass 
under the A-2 redesigned. 
Railways 
Two new projects were adopted in 1995: 
the third phase of the upgrading of the conventional "Mediterranean Corridor" line. 
The aim is to achieve speeds of 200/220 km/h on a network which forms part of a 
priority corridor, the first two phases of which were financed in 1993 and 1994. 
Assistance granted totals ECU 172 667 694, of which about ECU 58 251 821 will be 
charged to the 1995 budget; 
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modernization of the conventional rail network. 
This is a group of small projects located at various points of the network. Assistance 
granted amounts to ECU 94 256 510, of which ECU 46 091 434 will be charged to the 
1995 budget. 
Maritime transport (Vessel Traffic System) 
The VTS projects include establishment of a network of maritime traffic control centres at 
sensitive points on the Spanish coast to prevent accidents, combat pollution and monitor 
activities and operations at sea. 
One VTS project was adopted during the year following the five others financed in 1993. It 
concerns the construction of buildings to monitor sea traffic in the ports of Almeria, Bilbao, 
Palma de Mallorca, Tarragona and Valencia. The assistance granted totalled ECU 11 057 054. 
For statistical purposes, half of this amount will be placed in the environment sector because 
of the positive impact it will have in this field. 
The table below shows the pattern of financial assistance from the Cohesion Fund to the 
environment: 
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Environmental projects 
Water supply and management 
Water quality control 
Collection and treatment of 
waste water 
Control of erosion, 
afforestation and 
reafforestation 
Nature conservation 
Control of industrial pollution 
Waste management 
Urban environment 
Coasts 
Studies, etc 
TOTAL CFI commitment 
April 93 -May 94 
ECU 
97 350 000 
32 167 000 
9 532 000 
90 095 000 
21.868.000 
18 845 000 
1 134 000 
270 991 000 % 
35.9 
11.9 
3.5 
33.2 
8.1 
7.0 
0.4 
100 CF commitment 
June 94 - Dec 94 
ECU 
149 918 102 
38 939 615 
58 355 468 
180 934 898 
38 906 530 
30 834 059 
2 489 917 
500 378 589 % 
30 
7.8 
11.7 
36.7 
7.7 
6.2 
0.4 
100 CF commitment 
Jan 95 - Dec. 95 
ECU 
63 486 998 
275 944 076 
72 012 861 
32 011 353 
24 619 035 
100 436 552 
5 710 815 
574 221 690 % 
11.06 
48.06 
12.54 
5.57 
4.29 
17.49 
0.99 
100 
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Development of Cohesion Fund financial assistance in the field of transport 
Transport projects 
Roads and motorways 
Railways 
Airports and traffic control 
Ports-traffic control 
TOTAL CFI commitment 
April 93 - May 94 
ECU 
428 831 141 
88 755 999 
73 173 742 
15 606 579 
606 367 461 % 
71.9 
14.7 
12.1 
1.3 
100 CF commitment 
June 94 - Dec 94 
ECU 
3 050 470 658 
193 860 252 
498 907 910 % 
61.14 
38.86 
100 CF commitment 
Jan.95 -Dec 95 
ECU 
484 862 435 
119 815 892 
5 528 528 
610 206 855 % 
79.46 
19.63 
0.91 
100 
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2.3.2 Portugal 
2.3.,2.1 Environment 
The projects submitted by Portugal in 1995 continue the strategy for assistance followed since 
1993, the main aim of which is to provide infrastructure for water supply, waste-water 
treatment and the management of solid urban waste in the most densely populated regions of 
the country: Lisbon, Oporto and the Algarve. 
This geographical concentration meant that coherent groups of projects, defined at regional level 
and so ensuring a significant impact and more effective financing from the Cohesion Fund, 
could be presented for each objective. 
A large number of the projects submitted in 1995 gave rise to assistance financed by the 
cohesion financial instrument and the Cohesion Fund. Examples include drainage in the Oporto 
region and the supply of drinking water in the eastern Algarve. Others involve measures which 
will continue over the coming years, such as two major systems for obtaining and distributing 
water in Oporto. 
The few exceptions to this geographical criterion concern projects designed to provide solutions 
to particularly serious problems of an urgency which requires swift action, sometimes on a large 
scale. An example is the project to clean up the Ria de Aveiro. 
Compared with previous years, a greater number of projects - particularly in the drinking water 
and urban waste sectors - are on a large scale: the supply of drinking water to Oporto and the 
incinerators in Lisbon and Oporto. These are large-scale projects concerning several 
.municipalities which will be implemented and managed by companies on a concession basis. 
Consideration of a number of these applications will have to continue in 1996. 
Projects concerned with waste-water treatment are rather smaller in scale since the nature of the 
assistance provided often makes it difficult to find inter-municipal solutions. Nevertheless, these 
projets are vital to the implementation of Directive 91/271/EEC on urban waste-water treatment 
and constitute coherent groups. An example is the series of projects being undertaken in the Ria 
Formosa area of the Algarve. 
During 1995 the Cohesion Fund received 28 applications for assistance and the total amount 
applied for exceeded the resources available for environmental projects. 
By the end of the year, 22 projects had been adopted, included five submitted in earlier years. 
The breakdown by type of project adopted is as follows: 
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Type of project 
Drinking water 
Waste water 
Solid waste 
Study (water management) 
TOTAL Number 
10 
10 
1 
1 
22 Assistance 
73.6 
58.0 
7.5 
7.5 
146.6 % 
50 
40 
5 
5 
100 
Supply of drinking water 
The assistance requested from the Cohesion Fund is intended to increase the percentage of the 
population of Portugal connected to a mains supply of drinking water while ensuring the high 
levels of quality laid down by European Directives. 
During 1995, the Fund financed ten projects in this sector in Portugal. These accounted for half 
the resources available for environmental projects, some ECU 73.5 million. Virtually all these 
projects are located in the Oporto and Algarve regions, the only exception being the Enxoé dam 
and water supply system in the Alentejo, a region particularly hard hit by drought. 
In the Oporto region, the Cohesion Fund has been asked to finance two major systems (north . 
and south) which should supply virtually all the municipalities located around the city as well 
as the city itself. These systems will be constructed and managed by companies granted a 
concession on which the municipalities will be represented. 
These are major infrastructures for the uptake and treatment of water and the supply of drinking 
water to the reservoirs of each municipality responsible for the supply to the final consumer. 
This solution will provide considerable economies of scale as regards the production and 
treatment of water and the rationalization of existing resources. 
In 1995 approval was given to finance for the project concerning the seven municipalities 
comprising the Oporto-North system and to seven other small projects which are essential if 
existing plant is to be integrated into the system. The Fund will continue to assist these systems 
in the years to come and will cover all the works involved. The total contribution could amount 
to over ECU 200 million. 
The approach followed in the Algarve is similar to that applied in Oporto: two major projects 
for the collection, treatment and distribution of drinking water to all the municipalities in the 
region through the Barlavento system for the west and the Sotavento system for the east. 
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In 1995, the Cohesion Fund financed a number of measures forming part of the Sotavento 
system: the Odeleite dam and the tunnel linking it to the Beliche dam, a large diameter supply 
pipe, secondary pipes and an increase in the capacity of two water treatment stations to support 
the network. This ambitious project will require investment totalling over ECU 100 million. 
Waste-water treatment 
The situation as regards the waste-water treatment in Portugal in terms of the obligations 
imposed by Community legislation means that substantial investment has to be undertaken 
within a comparatively short period. This is a justification for a high level of assistance from 
the Cohesion Fund, even for small-scale projects. 
In 1995, the Fund financed ten projects which absorbed some ECU 58 million, 40% of the 
appropriations available for the environment. The criterion of geographical concentration was 
always respected, the aim being to bring the increase in the capacity for the waste-water 
treatment into line with increases in supply. 
Most of the projects submitted in 1995 concerned the densely populated region of Oporto, 
where the measures in progress include the cleaning up of the most important tributary river 
basins, such as the River Leça. These projects have been designed in integrated fashion by 
using inter-municipal solutions wherever possible and ensuring the coherence of assistance and 
the effectiveness of the means used in terms of the objectives sought. 
The Cohesion Fund granted finance for the first stage of a major project to clean up the Ria 
de Aveiro, an area of the greatest importance from an environmental point of view where very 
high levels of pollution occur because of the discharge of untreated waste water from towns and 
industry. This project extends over a number of municipalities and includes several industrial 
sites. It should facilitate the restoration and preservation of an area of lagoons which includes 
areas protected by European legislation. These are of particular importance for birds. 
In the Algarve, the Fund supported the first stage of waste-water treatment for the town of 
Portimao and a project in the Louie area. Fewer projects were financed in this region than in 
previous years but the Fund will continue to provide assistance, particularly to the Ria Formosa, 
a nature park classified as a wetland of international importance and a specially protected area 
for wild birds. 
Solid waste 
The solid urban waste projects submitted in 1995 were still few in number compared with other 
sectors assisted by the Cohesion Fund but the amount of investment they represent is 
considerably greater. Particularly worthy of mention are the incinerators in the two largest 
cities, Lisbon and Oporto, projects which will continue to be considered in 1996. 
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Only one project was financed in this sector: a controlled discharge to serve three municipalities 
on the left bank of the Tagus, near Lisbon. This project accounts for 5% of the funds available 
for environmental projects in 1995. The Cohesion Fund has asked for a greater number of 
applications in this sector. 
2.3.2.2 Transport 
The main concern demonstrated by the strategy being followed in Portugal was to ensure that 
Cohesion Fund assistance could facilitate an appropriate degree of integration into the trans-
European transport networks, having particular regard to Portugal's position on the edge of the 
Community, which heightens the urgency of an effective transport system. This general strategy 
continued to be followed in 1995. 
Road network 
The very fast rate of growth of trade, particularly along land routes, with the rest of the 
Community since accession has demonstrated the need to continue work on the construction and 
modernization of the road network providing links with the rest of Europe. This is the only way 
of reducing operating costs, cutting journey times and improving road safety. 
From the main routes making up the basic network in Portugal, which is fully integrated into 
the trans-European network, three with the highest priority have been selected, mainly to ensure 
a degree of concentration of Cohesion Fund assistance. These involve completion of the 
Valença-Vila Real de S. Antonio road northwards to the Spanish frontier, the early opening of 
the Portuguese section of the Lisbon-Madrid road and speeding up work on the Lisbon-
Valladolid road, which forms an integral part of the Category I infrastructure projects on the 
list adopted by the Corfu European Council and confirmed at the Essen summit. During 1995, 
the Portuguese authorities asked for an amendment to part of the route of this road. The 
Cohesion Fund granted assistance to the Alcanena-Atalaia and Atalaia-Abrantes sections. 
The Palmela-Marateca and Marateca-Montemor sections of the Lisbon-Madrid route were also 
financed. 
Only one project (the Cruz-Braga section) of the Valença-Vila Real de S. Antonio road received 
part-financing from the Fund. However, the Portuguese authorities have undertaken to submit 
applications for the sections needed to complete this route. 
High priority was also given to relieving congestion in urban areas by financing ring roads 
designed mainly to link the various transport networks outside city centres. The inner and outer 
Lisbon ring roads, the CRIL and the CREL, are helping eliminate serious bottlenecks in the 
metropolitan area's transport system by improving operation of the urban road network while 
also providing some environmental benefits. 
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In 1995 the Commission approved a slight increase in Community aid originally allocated to 
the CRIL and the Portuguese authorities stated that they would make further applications to the 
Cohesion Fund for finance for these two ring roads. 
The other urban areas also assisted by the Cohesion Fund include the road bridge over the 
Tagus in Lisbon and one phase of the Freixo Bridge project in Oporto. 
Rail network 
The main strategic aim of the rail infrastructure plan is the revitalization of the main routes 
linking Portugal with the centre of Europe while ensuring that this mode of transport can 
provide a genuine alternative to road transport through its greater efficiency in the transport of 
people and goods. 
The Fund is concerned with two lines, the North and the Beira Alta lines, both of which form 
an integral part of the trans-European network and have considerable strategic importance 
nationally. The extent of the investment planned justifies simultaneous assistance from the 
ERDF and the Cohesion Fund for different sections or stages of the projects. 
The projects for the general modernization of these lines comprise principally electrification, 
increasing the number of tracks, signalling and the replacement or strengthening of bridges and 
tunnels to permit the higher maximum speeds which will, in both cases, substantially cut 
journey times. 
Three projects were adopted in 1993/94, two of which were for the Beira Alta line. During 
1995, the Commission approved a fourth rail project, also for the Beira Alta line. 
Maritime transport 
Portugal's geographical position and the comparative scarcity of land links with the rest of 
Europe provide full justification for the country's decision to pursue a strategy of promoting 
maritime transport which will enable this sector to regain its important traditional role in 
Portugal's foreign trade, particularly on the Atlantic seaboard. 
The aim is to improve the conditions under which the country's ports operate while also 
ensuring their integration into the trans-European networks through appropriate multimodal 
integration. 
Assistance from the Cohesion Fund has concentrated on investment likely to improve access 
and intermodal links and encourage improvements in the quality and diversity of port services. 
However, the present stiff competition in the maritime transport sector means that efforts have 
to be concentrated on the ports which are likely to be the most competitive. 
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To provide a context for the Cohesion Fund's work in this area and avoid the creation of over­
capacity in ports, in 1995 the Commission had a study carried out on the four largest ports in 
Portugal in order to define the priorities for assistance within an overall strategy. 
Projects approved 
During 1995, two new projects were adopted for Portugal and further funding provided for the 
CRIL. Assistance from the Cohesion Fund amounted to some ECU 53 381 000 of which almost 
ECU 37 739 000 was committed from the 1995 budget. 
In addition, annual instalments were comrnittcd in 1995 in respect of tliree projects adopted in 
1994 bringing total comrnitrnents for the year to ECU 240.4 million. 
The breakdown by mode of transport was as follows: 
Roads 
Railways 
Ports 
Total 1 
1 
0 
2 211.9 
28.5 
0 
240.4 iSHliilll 
liiiiiiiiiî 
88 
12 
0 
100 
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2.3.3 Greece 
2.3.3.1 Environment 
In Greece the state of the environment may be regarded as satisfactory. It is varied, rich in 
biotopes and offers remarkable biodiversity. There are some specific local problems such as 
air pollution in the large cities. 
There is, however, a great lack of infrastructure for the supply and distribution of water, 
waste-water treatment and the management of waste. Despite sustained financial assistance for 
infrastructure from the Community Funds, needs still outstrip what has been achieved. Since 
the Cohesion Fund is intended to promote economic and social cohesion, it has contributed 
substantially to the improvement and construction of the infrastructure which is lacking and 
to the protection of nature. 
The main shortfall is in infrastructure for waste. Some of the priorities for waste water are 
immediate (1998-2000), while others are medium-term (2005). The Cohesion Fund wishes to 
ensure the sound management of available resources of drinking water. In addition to efforts 
to remedy the infrastructure deficit, the mechanism for monitoring and checking the application 
of environmental policy needs to be stepped up. 
In 1995 assistance to Greece from the Cohesion Fund accounted for 59% of Community 
assistance to that country. The breakdown of assistance by objective is as follows: 
Water supply: 18 %5 
Waste-water treatment: 75 % 
Waste management: 1 % 
Nature protection: 6 % 
Two major projects were approved on a multi-annual basis. The first concerns the supply of 
water to Thessaloniki from the River Aliakmon and the second the second phase of the 
biological treatment of water in the same city. 
Assistance for the environment is in line with the objectives of the Fifth Programme on the 
Environment and Sustainable Development. 
The first objective sought concerns the management of water resources. It is essential to ensure 
adequate quantities of water, the sound management of water resources, the quality of drinking 
water and a balance between supplies of and demand for drinking water. The second objective 
This percentage includes a small part of the total funding for water supplies to Thessaloniki 
corresponding to expected implementation in 1995. 
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is to provide the country with infrastructure for the waste-water treatment and to help it meet 
the requirements of the relevant Directives. The third objective relates to the management of 
waste in accordance with the Community strategy for 2000. 
Water supply 
Cohesion Fund assistance for drinking water is primarily concerned with solving problems 
relating to quality and quantity. This category of projects includes one major project, the 
supply of water to Thessaloniki from the River Aliakmon, further work on the Evinos major 
projet for the supply of water to Athens, improvements to the Mornos aqueduct, which is 
connected with the Evinos major project, the supply of water to Khania and completion of 
work on phases of projects already approved in Crete, the Péloponnèse, western Greece and 
Macedonia. 
In the case of the Athens water supply project, the Cohesion Fund has paid particular attention 
to the sound management of water resources and the improvement of the pipes carrying the 
water. It should be noted that bringing the Evinos/Mornos tunnel into service ensured water 
supplies to Athens in summer 1995. 
In the case of the Thessaloniki water supply major project, the Cohesion Fund has been 
concerned to ensure the sound management of water resources, the monitoring of existing plant 
and the obligation to complete the networks required. 
The Cohesion Fund is also monitoring closely the project to establish a hydrological and 
meteorological database to meet needs arising from the sound management of water resources 
in Greece. 
Water supply to other towns will concentrate on tourist and industrial centres. A number of 
decisions remain to be taken in 1996. 
Waste-water treatment 
A large number of projects for the waste-water treatment and effluent (mainly urban in origin) 
have been part-financed in several large and medium-sized regional towns. 
These include the second phase of the major project for biological waste-water treatment in 
Thessaloniki, which is of the utmost importance for water quality in the Bay of Thessaloniki 
and serves the second largest city in Greece. To improve water quality in the Bay of 
Thessaloniki, the Cohesion Fund has approved a project for biological waste-water treatment 
in the Thessaloniki tourist area, the effluent from which is also discharged into the Bay. This 
assistance, together with the project to clean up Kalochori, forms a series of measures which 
will benefit the environment of the region. 
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The Cohesion Fund has begun the procedure to close the first stages of 54 projects concerned 
with the waste-water treatment and effluent from small and medium-sized towns which it had 
been part-financing since 1993 in towns, mainly regional capitals, throughout Greece. 
The Cohesion Fund has also part-financed some second stages of these projects. Part-financing 
is already being provided for those in Kavala, Kozani and Xanthi in northern Greece 
(Macedonia and Thrace), Corfu in the Ionion Sea, Patras in southern Greece (Péloponnèse), 
Skiathos and Rhodes in the Aegean, Livadia in central Greece and Tyrnavos and Karditsa in 
Thessaly. The Cohesion Fund also enabled work to begin on several projects not yet under 
way, the construction of biological treatment centres at Agrinio, Yiannitsa, Pyrgos, Thiva and 
Naoussa. 
All the financing decisions were taken on the basis of complete applications and thorough 
studies had been carried out on the projects, which are also subject to prior appraisals and 
interim evaluations. 
Waste management 
Waste management has not generated the interest which the Commission would have liked; the 
projects submitted to the Cohesion Fund by the Greek authorities are few in number and 
concerned mainly with the planning and construction of landfill sites at Schisto, Liossia, Zante, 
Thessaloniki and Patras. Approval for the continuation of work at Patras and Zante will mean 
the completion of these projects. The Cohesion Fund will approve the projects at Thessaloniki, 
Schisto and Liossia, once the authorities responsible have incorporated the results of the expert 
studies carried out by the Fund into their specifications. The Cohesion Fund, in cooperation 
with the Greek authorities, hopes to extend and diversify measures in this field in accordance 
with the Community strategy so that it can receive finance from the Fund. The study for a 
pilot project to find an integrated solution for the islands of Santorini and Thriassio has been 
published in the Official Journal (No C 176 of 11 July 1995). 
Nature protection 
During this period, the Cohesion Fund devoted its assistance to research into and information 
on the environment, including finance for the Goulandris Centre for environmental research 
and education. 
A number of projects to combat forests fires were also continued. 
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2.3.3.2 Transport 
The Cohesion Fund's strategy for transport in Greece entails: 
completing the country's two main road routes, the Via Egnatia and the Pathé; 
completing the country's two main rail routes, Athens-Thessaloniki and Athens-Patras, 
and constructing a rail complex at Thriassio linked with the port of Piraeus; 
modernizing air traffic and preparing the new Athens airport at Spata; 
developing combined transport through investment in the country's three largest ports, 
Igoumenitsa, Iraklio and Piraeus 
The success of this strategy depends on securing funds from the public sector, which will 
benefit from the future revenues generated by these investments. 
The total cost of the projects approved is ECU 485 062 600. The calculation of assistance for 
the port projects took account of future revenues. A major rail project on the North-South 
route was approved in annual instalments. Taking into account the revenues and the fact that 
a project was approved in annual instalments, the corresponding financial commitments for the 
projects total ECU 159 729 130, 41.24% of the assistance granted for projects in Greece in 
1995. 
The strategy followed by the Cohesion Fund has laid down the following priorities for projects 
in Greece: 
Roads: The two main routes in the country, the Via Egnatia and the Pathé; 
Rail: The North-South, Thriassio station and the Athens-Patras link; 
Ports: The development of combined transport with investments in the three largest ports in 
the country, Igoumenitsa, Iraklio and Piraeus. 
Airports: The modernization of air traffic and preparation of the large new Athens airport 
(Spata). 
In line with this strategy, the projects approved cover all forms of transport. They include: 
Roads 
Five projects on the Via Egnatia route. One other project, Corinth-Tripolis, is on neither the 
North-South (Pathé) route nor the Via Egnatia. It was approved because it is an important 
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project which provides the two missing links in the Athens-Tripolis motorway route, so 
improving access from the Péloponnèse to the Pathé route. 
Rail 
The project adopted is the Evagelismos-Leptokarya link on the North-South line which is one 
of the key sections of the track between Thessaloniki and Athens. Assistance from the 
Cohesion Fund had to be increased to alter the route of the permanent way in the light of 
recommendations from the environmental authorities. 
Ports 
The three port projects adopted are the Ikonion (quay II) terminal in Piraeus, Iraklio and 
Igoumenitsa. The calculation of assistance took account of future revenue, particularly in the 
case of the port of Ikonion. There is close cooperation with the EIB and the EFT A financial 
mechanism, which is part-financing this project. 
Airports 
The following were adopted in the airport sector in 1995: 
the air traffic control modernization project involving the purchase and installation of 
seven radars: 
four short-range radars for Thessaloniki, Rhodes, Corfu and Iraklio, and 
three short-range radars to provide double surveillance of activity in Greek 
airspace; 
the financing of further work at Corfu airport. 
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LIST OF APPROVED PROJECTS FOR GREECE - YEAR 1995 
Title 
GREECE - TRANSPORT : 
ROADS 
Motorway Korinthos-Tripoli-Kalamata 
Egnatia Motorway (by-pass of Kavala -Aghios Andreas to KM4 + 937) 
Egnatia Motorway (Phsylorachi-Aghios Nikolaos) 
Egnatia Motorway (Lykopodi-Makrychora) 
Egnatia Motorway (Makrychora-Krystalopigi) 
Egnatia Motorway (by-pass of Kavala km9 + 400 to km 13 + 780 ) 
RAIL 
Railways line Pyraeus-Thriassio - 2nd phase of technical studies 
Double track railway Evagelismos-Leptokarya 
PORTS 
Transit area - Port of Iraklion 
Container terminal to N. Ikonio 
Construction of Igoumenitsa port 
AIRPORTS 
Extension of Terminal of Corfu airport 
Construction of terminal of Corfu (anti-fire station) 
Modernization of air trafic control system 
Modernization of air traffic control (Iraklion - Corfu) 
Modernization of air traffic control ; Athens 
Modernization of air traffic control (P.I.S. information system) 
TOTAL ECU(Current) 
Total expend. 
28.242.000 
1.317.000 
17.090.000 
7.279.000 
11.231.000 
11.013.000 
1.300.000 
240.000.000 
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24.138.000 
67.115.600 
48.428.000 
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3.306.000 
24.603.000 
WÊÊIÊÊÈÈÊÈ 
485.062.600 ECU {Current) 
CF. contribution 
24.005.700 
1.119.450 
14.526.500 
6.187.150 
9.546.350 
9.361.050 
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1.300.000 
204.000.000 
IIIIIIIIIH 
15.593.148 
15.007.032 
34.076.840 
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2.810.100 
id. 
20.912.550 
IIIlliillK 
358.445.870 ECU(Current) 
1995 commitment 
24.005.700 
1.119.450 
14.526.500 
6.187.150 
9.546.350 
9.361.050 
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1.300.000 
7.055.000 
llljlllllHîl 
15.593.148 
15.007.032 
32.305.100 
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2.810.100 
20.912.550 
llllliillll 
159.729.130 
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2.3.4 Ireland 
In 1995, the Cohesion Fund granted ECU 190.4 million in aid to Ireland, of which ECU 97.2 
million (51% of the total) was for transport projects and ECU 93.2 million (49% of the total) 
was for environment projects. 
The table below gives a breakdown by category of the projects assisted. 
COMMITMENTS OF AID TO PROJECTS IN IRELAND (1995) 
Environment Assistance granted % of total 
(ECU million) 
1. Water treatment 50.0 26.3 
2. Water supply 41.9 22.0 
3. Solid waste 1.1 0.6 
4. Technical assistance 0.2 0.1 
Total 1 93.2 48.9 
Transport Assistance granted % of total 
I (ECU million) | 
1. Roads 71.0 37.3 
2. Rail 2L6 11.4 
3. Ports 4.5 2.4 
Total 2 97.2 * S1A 
Total 1 + 2 190.4 100.0 
General Strategy 
The priorities for assistance in 1995 remained the same as in the previous years. In transport, 
the largest parf of the budget continued to go to road projects on the trans-European network, 
while funding for rail was concentrated on the core of the network, the Dublin-Belfast and 
Dublin-Cork/Limerick lines. Assistance to ports remained in line with the policy of 
concentrating on the four largest ports of Dublin, Cork, Rosslare and Waterford. 
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Within the environment sector, the main priorities continued to be waste-water treatment with 
a lesser amount for water supply. Waste-water treatment projects within the largest urban areas 
and in environmentally sensitive areas which are required by Community Directives to be 
completed not later than the end of the decade were the first choice for assistance. The water 
supply projects were concentrated on Dublin city and areas where the water supply is of 
particularly poor quality. 
2.3.4.1 Environment 
Waste-water treatment 
A total of seven new projects were approved in 1995. Together with amounts committed to 
modify projects already approved in earlier years, a total of ECU 50 million was committed to 
this sector. The projects assisted were the following : 
Project Name New project or stage or modification Aid granted 
of existing project (in 1995 
I ECU million) 
River Barrow (3 projects) Addition to group of existing projects 4.5 
Wexford (Stage II) New stage with annual instalments 10.0 
Sligo (Stage I) New project : planning stage 1.7 
Lough S willy (Stage I) New project : planning stage 0.9 
Dublin Region (Stage I) Modification to complete stage I 0.5 
Dublin Region (Stage II) New project with annual instalments 6.2 
Lough Derg New group of projects 11.1 
Tralee New project 9.2 
River Boyne (Stage I) New group of projects : planning stage 2.4 
Ennis Main Drainage Modification to complete project 0.1 
Waterford (Stage I) Modification of existing stage of project 1.2 
Bray Sewerage Modification to add additional works 2.1 
TOTAL ""-y-;,' :; :; ; ;'•• ..; ;;. '. 50.0 
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Water supply projects 
The following projects received ECU 41.9 million in assistance. 
Project name New project on stage or modification of Aid granted in 
existing project 1995 
I I J (ECU million) | 
Lough Mask (Stage New second stage with annual instalments 9.7 
JI) 
Monaghan New project _ 6.1 
Ballyjamesduff Modification to complete existing project 1.5 
Dublin Region Modification to complete major stage of 24.4 
project 
TOTAL 41.9 
Solid waste 
One project only, the Ballymount solid waste facility in the south-west suburbs of Dublin, 
received ECU 1.1 million to complete work begun in 1993. 
2.4.3.2 
Roads Transport 
In 1995, ECU 71 million was committed to nine new road projects and to modifications largely 
aimed at completing projects approved in earlier years. All of the projects approved or modified 
received 85% of the total cost in aid. 
The table below shows the projects approved in 1995. The word "project" refers to a new 
project where all of the aid was committed from the 1995 budget. "Annual instalment" 
identifies large projects where aid is committed each year in annual amounts while 
"modification", indicates the addition of funds from the 1995 budget to projects previously 
approved by the Commission. 
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ROADS 
N2 Dublin - North 
West 
NI Dublin-Belfast 
Dublin Ring Road 
Nil Dublin-
Rosslare 
N7 Dublin -
Cork/Limerick PROJECT NAME 
Ardee-Aclint 
Balbriggan By-pass 
Cloghran-Lissenhall 
Dublin Port Access Road 
Dunleer-Dundalk 
Drogheda By-pass 
Northern Cross 
Southern Cross 
Killarny Road 
Interchange 
Kilmacanogue-Glen of 
Downs 
Arklow By-pass 
Enni scorthy- Wexford 
Kildare By-pass 
Portlaoise By-pass 
River Lee Tunnel PROJECT OR 
STAGE 
project 
Annual 
instalment 
Stage 
Stage 
Modification 
Modification 
Modification 
Annual 
instalment 
Modification 
Annual 
instalment 
Annual 
instalment 
Modification 
Modification 
Annual 
instalment 
Modification AID GRANTED 
FROM 1995 
BUDGET 
(ECU million) 
6.1 
4.2 
1.6 
3.2 
0.2 
0.2 
15.4 
3.8 
0.4 
0.9 
2.6 
0.5 
0.1 
6.7 
0.5 
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N4 Dublin - Sligo 
N6 Dublin -
Galway 
N18 Limerick -
Galway 
Road Network 
1993 
Road Network 
1994 
TOTAL Longford By-pass 
Curlews By-pass 
Collooney-Sligo 
Galway Eastern 
Approach Road 
Newmarket By-pass 
Twelve TENs projects 
Seven TENs projects Modification 
Annual 
instalment 
Annual 
instalment 
Project 
Stage 
Modification 
Modification 0.7 
2.8 
9.6 
7.1 
2.0 
1.2 
1.0 
71.0 
Rail 
The projects assisted in 1995 were the following: 
NAME TYPE OF PROJECT ASSISTANCE 
GRANTED 
I I J (ECU Million) | 
Dublin - Cork Mainly track and signalling 21.5 
Dublin -Belfast replacement with associated 
Limerick Junction- infrastructure work: e.g. bridge 
Limerick strengthening 
Dublin - Waterford 
Track Renewal Equipment Modification to complete project 0.1 
Dublin - Galway Modification to complete project 0.1 
TOTAL 21.6 
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Ports 
The following projects were assisted in 1995: 
PORT 
Dublin 
Rosslare 
TOTAL TYPE OF 
PROJECT 
Additional works in 
Ro-Ro terminal 
Expansion of Lo-Lo 
Terminal 
Berth realignment PROJECT OR 
STAGE 
Modification to 
complete project 
New project 
Modification to 
complete existing 
project ASSISTANCE 
GRANTED 
(ECU million) 
0.9 
"3.5 
0.1 
4.5 
2.4 ASSISTANCE FOR STUDIES AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT 
MEASURES 
2.4.1 General 
In carrying out its management duties and in order to increase the effectiveness of the aid 
granted, the Cohesion Fund Directorate has sought the assistance of a number of experts and 
consultants in the various sectors with which it is concerned. Some of these consultants have 
helped the Commission analyse the applications for finance submitted by the Member States. 
To the Commission's technical expertise they have added practical and up-to-date knowledge 
on a variety of topics including waste-water treatment, water treatment and supply, afforestation 
and combined transport. 
Close cooperation with the EIB continued in 1995, with particular emphasis on the evaluation 
of the largest projects submitted for financing. Further details are to be found in section 4.8 of 
this Report. 
Some studies were also carried out to improve the selection of projects to be financed by the 
Fund. Examples include a study on ports in Portugal, one on water resources in the Iberian 
peninsula, a third on railways in Ireland and a study on coordinated environmental measures 
on the Greek islands of Santorini and Thirassia. The London School of Economics was 
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commissioned to carry out a major study on the macro-economic impact of the Cohesion Fund 
on beneficiary countries. 
In any case, although the amounts allocated to technical assistance and studies were three times 
greater in 1995 than they had been in 1994, they are still comparatively small and finance for 
works remains the priority. The total budget for technical assistance and studies accounts for 
less than 0.1% of resources. 
The awarding of contracts respects the current provisions on public contracts. The consultants 
chosen are from a variety of Member States and several of them come from countries other 
than the cohesion countries. 
2.4.2 On the Commission's initiative 
2.4.2.1 Expressions of interest 
In the Official Journal of the European Communities of 6 July 1993 (OJ No C 183), the 
Cohesion Fund Directorate had published a call for expressions of interest in participation in 
the study and technical assistance programme to be carried out under the Cohesion Fund. The 
replies received permitted the establishment of a database containing over 1 200 consultants 
specializing in the various fields covered by the Fund. This has meant that restricted calls for 
tenders could be issued where the public procurement Directive does not require publication of 
a notice in the Official Journal. Those consultants whose abilities were considered to be 
appropriate for the contract in question were invited to tender. During 1995 twelve restricted 
calls for tenders were issued, two of which involved publication of a notice in the Official 
Journal. 
2.4.2.2 Types of measures selected 
The Commission financed measures of three types: 
general studies designed, for example, to examine the methodologies available for 
analysis of environmental projets or the techniques used in the Member States to analyse 
transport projects; 
economic or technical analyses of individual projects submitted to the Cohesion Fund; 
technical audits of projects already approved by the Cohesion Fund, to ensure that they 
are being carried out in accordance with the objectives laid down. 
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2.4.3 At the request of the Member States 
2.4.3.1 Spain 
The Commission approved under the Cohesion Fund a study on the environment submitted by 
the Spanish authorities concerning technical assistance for the evaluation and cost/benefit 
analysis of environmental projects submitted by the local authorities for finance from the 
Cohesion Fund. The amount involved was ECU 182 288. 
2.4.3.2 Portugal 
The Cohesion Fund financed a group of fairly important studies to define .priorities and lay 
down objectives for investments still to be carried out in water infrastructure, the cleaning up 
and development of water resources, water recovery and water quality. These studies will 
contribute to preparation of the national water plan and fifteen plans to manage river basins, 
four of which are international. 
2.4.3.3 Greece 
The Cohesion Fund had already approved in 1994 certain studies by the Port of Piraeus 
authority, one of which was a feasibility study on the railway line connecting the port to the 
planned rail complex at the Thriassio marshalling yard. In 1995, the Fund adopted a study 
including the second phase of technical studies on this rail link. 
2.4.3.4 Ireland 
Two projects received ECU 200 000: a data collection and public information system covering 
the environment quality of all waterways in Ireland plus a small additional amount to complete 
a study of the ways in which industry can contribute to the capital cost of providing waste­
water treatment. 
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2.5 PAYMENTS BY MEMBER STATE IN 1995 
Payments in 1995 by Member State are shown below: 
ECU 
Member 
State 
E 
GR 
IRL 
P 
Tech.Ass. 
TOTAL Advances 
328 393 203 
26 022 530 
20 112 443 
144 131 211 
-
518 659 387 Interim payments 
725 027 498 
57 585 243 
109 440 782 
225 055 997 
482 879 
1 117 592 399 Balances 
51 857 81.1 
6 893 054 
4 104 665 
17 109 
15 967 
62 888 606 Total 
1 105 278 512 
90 500 827 
-133 657 890 
369 204 317 
498 846 
1 699 140 392 % 
65.4 
5 
8 
22 
0.02 
100 
As the payments table shows, the distribution by type of payment reflects a comparatively high 
percentage (30%) of advances granted. This fact, which is line with the letter and the spirit of 
the Regulation, is not surprising, since the aim was to make a proportion of the Cohesion Fund 
assistance available immediately so that it could provide the required financial impetus for the 
studies needed and for work to start. 
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CHAPTER 3 
CONVERGENCE AND CONDITIONALITY 
3.1 CONVERGENCE PROGRAMMES 
3.1.1 Spain 
In July 1994 the Spanish government approved a revised convergence programme for the period 
1995-97 designed to achieve further progress towards both real and nominal convergence 
through further structural reforms and fiscal consolidation. 
The Spanish economy began to recover from the 1992/93 economic recession in the second half 
of 1993. In 1995, GDP growth was 3.0% compared to an EU average of 2.7%. However, GDP 
began to decelerate in the second quarter of 1995 and is expected to grow less in 1996 than in 
1995, in line with the trend at EU level. The economic recovery, coupled with wage moderation 
and a more flexible labour market, has allowed employment to grow more strongly than 
expected. The unemployment rate has thus fallen from 24.6% in the first quarter of 1994 to 
22.8% in the last quarter of 1995 (Spanish EPA figures). 
At present, an evaluation of the implementation of the structural reforms envisaged in the 
convergence programme is mixed. Besides the labour market reform, some other measures have 
been taken to boost market forces in areas like transport, housing and the management of some 
public agencies. However, more remains to be done in fields such as telecommunications and 
some service sectors still sheltered from competition. 
With some ups and downs, progress in reducing inflation in Spain remains insufficient. After 
having fallen from 3.2 percentage points (p.p.) in 1993 to 2.7 p.p. in 1994, the difference from 
the average of the three EU countries with the lowest inflation rates was 3.1 p.p. in July 1995. 
Spanish budgetary policy has continued to be guided by the objectives of the revised 
convergence programme. After achievement of 1994 programmed deficit in 1994 (outturn of 
6.6% of GDP compared with a target of 6.6%), the available information points to a general 
government deficit outturn roughly in line with the programme target in 1995 (5.9% of GDP). 
On the other hand, the 1996 draft budget law, approved by the Government in September, aims 
at complying with the programme target of a general government deficit of 4.4% of GDP. 
These developments, however, have been insufficient for Spain not to be considered as having 
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an excessive deficit for the purposes of Article 104c(6) of the Treaty; accordingly, in November 
1994 and July 1995 the Council made recommendations that Spain should bring the excessive 
deficit situation to an end. 
3.1.2 Portugal 
The trend of the Portuguese economy in 1994 and 1995 was generally in line with the targets 
set in the revised convergence programme adopted by the Portuguese authorities in November 
1993. The programme aims at reducing the inflation differential vis-à-vis the best performing 
EU countries, while the process of moving towards the EU average income should be 
maintained. A stable exchange rate policy and budgetary consolidation targeted at the reduction 
of the general government deficit to 3% of GDP in 1997 would also help achieve the 
programme's goals. 
The Portuguese economy began to grow again in late 1993. However, the recovery has been 
somewhat slower than expected; economic growth in 1994 was below the EU average but was 
close to it in 1995. Inflation was kept on a decelerating trend, averaging 5.2% in 1994; further 
progress was achieved in 1995, with inflation declining to slightly above 4%. 
The financial situation of the general government improved significantly in 1994 and in 1995 
the deficit declined further. This was due to a sharp improvement in fiscal efficiency as well 
as to the upturn of economic activity. Fiscal revenues expanded more than budgeted while 
current expenditure remained under control and the deficit was reduced to 5.2% of GDP in 
1995 (5.7% in 1994), which is below the deficit target of the convergence programme. The 
public debt increased to 69.4% of GDP, at the end of 1994, and is estimated to have risen 
marginally to 71.4% of GDP in 1995. Such developments in the fiscal position, however, have 
been insufficient for Portugal not to be considered as having an excessive deficit for the 
purposes of Article 104c(6) of the Treaty; accordingly, in November 1994 and July 1995 the 
Council made recommendations that Portugal should bring the excessive deficit situation to an 
end. 
3.1.3 Greece 
The revised convergence programme for Greece, covering the period 1994-99, was endorsed 
by the Ecofin Council on 19 September 1994. It is designed to ensure that Greece can 
participate fully in the third stage of EMU from 1999, following the correction of fiscal 
imbalances, a restrictive monetary and exchange rate, and an economic development policy 
based on the improvement of economic infrastructure, largely supported by the Structural Funds 
and the Cohesion Fund. 
Developments in 1994 and 1995 were broadly in line with the convergence programme. 
Growth conditions, partly influenced by the improvement in the international economic 
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environment, are at present better than projected in the programme, with growth in real output 
close to 2% in 1994 and 1995 following an average annual rate of 0.6% in the period 1990-93. 
Underlying this improvement is the recovery in total investment while private consumption 
continues to rise, partly due to positive real incomes and reduced uncertainty about taxation. 
Inflation continued to decelerate, declining to a single-digit rate early in 1995 (after 22 years), 
but is still above the projection in the convergence programme. 
As a result of the improvement in budget revenue collection since mid-1994 following the 
implementation of the tax laws adopted in April 1994 and of savings in primary expenditure, 
the 1994 budget was on target. Moreover, further statistical corrections of the public sector 
accounts resulted in a significant reduction of the general government deficit ratio (12.1% of 
GDP instead of 13.2% of GDP in the convergence programme). The implementation of the 
1995 budget resulted in further improvement in the deficit, which is estimated at 9.4% of GDP. 
Both the revenue and the expenditure side contributed to this result. After a temporary decline 
in 1994 due to consolidation operations, the debt ratio increased in 1995 and it is likely to 
stabilize in 1996; the convergence programme target is to achieve debt stabilization in 1996, 
and gradual reduction afterwards. In spite of the progress achieved in improving its fiscal 
position, Greece is still very far from fulfilling the budgetary criteria of the Treaty, thus 
remaining with an excessive budget deficit for the purposes of Article 104c(6) of the Treaty; 
accordingly, in November 1994 and July 1995 the Council made recommendations that Greece 
should bring the excessive deficit situation to an end. 
3.1.4 Ireland 
The current programme for Ireland, covering the period 1994 to 1996, was endorsed by the 
Ecofin Council of 19 September 1994 and aims to continue the stability-oriented policies of the 
earlier programme. 
The programme for 1994-96 envisages a relatively modest annual growth rate for GDP of 4.0%. 
Inflation is expected to remain relatively subdued at about 2.5% per annum, helped by the wage 
moderation inherent in the agreements between the social partners. Fiscal policy is aimed at 
maintaining the budget deficit within 3% of GDP, which in turn should facilitate a reduction 
in the debt ratio of 3 to 4 percentage points each year. 
The performance of the economy during 1995 was generally in keeping with the targets set in 
the new programme. The GDP growth of 6.7% easily surpassed the quite modest target of 
4.0%. The budgetary targets have also been achieved with a comfortable margin. Continued 
prudent fiscal policy resulted in net borrowing amounting to 2.2% of GDP in 1995 while the 
debt ratio declined by some 5 percentage points to 85.9% of GDP. Inflation in 1995 was in 
keeping with the 2.5% target for the annual average over the period of the programme and the 
expectation of lower inflation in 1996 should ensure that the overall target is met. 
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Indications are that the programme remained on-track during 1995. Short-term indicators point 
to continued strong output growth, with inflationary pressures remaining subdued. The budget 
deficit is estimated to have amounted to 2.2% of GDP, well below the 3% limit and allowing 
a further substantial decline in the debt ratio, in keeping with the convergence programme. 
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CHAPTER 4 
EVALUATION OF PROJECTS AND MEASURES ADOPTED 
4.1 GENERAL 
4.1.1 Evaluation of projects 
When projects submitted by the Member States are considered, particular attention is paid to 
ensuring that the resources deployed are commensurate with the economic benefits expected. 
This prior appraisal is carried out on the basis of a cost/benefit analysis carried out by the 
Member States for each project or group of projects. In the case of certain environmental 
projects, the difficulty of quantifying the benefits expected has led the Member States to use 
other, more qualitative, methods. Using the information provided by the Member States, the 
Commission has made an evaluation of the socio-economic justification for the projects, using 
additional analyses where necessary. 
In certain cases, these analyses have led the Cohesion Fund to ask the Member States to 
redefine the projects or even to refuse to finance certain projects, for example, in Greece, those 
concerning the ports of Alexandroupolis, Volos and Mykonos. A further example is the Enxoé 
dam in Portugal, which was redesigned before approval so that the water could not be used for 
irrigation. 
4.1.2 Revenue-generating projects 
In the case of revenue-generating projects, assistance from the Cohesion Fund has to be 
calculated with regard to the revenue generated. Under the approach adopted, the assistance 
granted will be 80/85% of the proportion of the investment not supported by revenue. This 
reduction in assistance has been applied wherever investments financed by the Cohesion Fund 
could generate substantial net revenue. 
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4.2 TRANS-EUROPEAN TRANSPORT NETWORKS 
4.2.1 General strategy 
The Cohesion Fund has a key role to play in the development of the trans-European networks 
(TENs) within the four beneficiary Member States by virtue of its specific remit to support 
TENs transport projects, its high rate of grant aid, and the substantial resources at its 
disposal: approximately half the ECU 16 billion budget for the period 1993-99 is to be 
allocated to transport. 
Despite the size of the Fund, it is clear that the enormous costs involved in fully implementing 
the planned transport networks6 mean that careful targeting of resources, and close collaboration 
with other financial instruments, are essential if the benefits of Community support are to be 
maximized. The Cohesion Fund has therefore been careful to determine priorities with the 
Member States concerned and has worked closely with other financial instruments and the EIB 
to ensure that resources are deployed as effectively as possible. 
Within the planned transport networks, priority has been given to key road, rail and maritime 
routes which provide or upgrade the main links between the cohesion Member States and the 
rest of the EU. Examples, to which assistance was committed in 1995, include the Lisbon-
Madrid motorway, the Valencia-Zaragoza-Somport road corridor, the main North-South railway 
line in Greece, the Cork-Dublin-Belfast road and rail links and investments in the ports of 
Dublin and Igoumenitsa. 
Other assisted projects are intended to improve communications and trade between peripheral 
regions and the more developed regions, as is the case in Spain in particular, and to improve 
the continuity of the networks close to urban centres. The many town and city by-passes or ring 
roads financed by the Cohesion Fund are expected to serve the dual function of improving 
network links and access, as well as reducing congestion and the adverse environmental effects 
of traffic in town and city centres. 
Particular attention has been given by the Cohesion Fund to the implementation of the high 
priority projects which were endorsed by the Essen European Council in December 1994. Of 
the fourteen priority projects listed, five lie wholly or partly within the territories of the 
cohesion Member States (HST south France-Spain, Greek motorways, Lisbon-Valladolid, Cork-
Dublin-Belfast rail link and the Ireland-UK-Benelux road corridor). 
With the exception of the projects in Ireland, however, progress on these has been slower than 
anticipated for a variety of reasons including conflicting national priorities, planning or 
Estimated by the White Paper on Growth, Competitiveness and Employment at over ECU 200 
billion for all transport TENs, including ECU 90 billion for the highest priority projects. 
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financing difficulties, and problems relating to public procurement procedures. The Cohesion 
Fund nevertheless remains an important player in financing those parts of the priority projects 
which are at present under way, or which are shortly to be started. Further details on progress 
in each of the priority projects is given in section 4.2.4 below. 
With the aim of maximising the impact of Cohesion Fund resources on both the Essen priority 
projects and the TENs more generally, the following are three main areas in which it is 
considered that assistance can be further deployed to best advantage: 
(i) financing technical, economic and financial feasibility studies which pave the way for 
public or mixed projects: such studies are costly and risky, given the uncertainty about 
whether or not the full project will go ahead, so that grant assistance_serves the useful 
function of reducing risk; 
(ii) assisting the completion of key sections of transport corridors which may in themselves 
be financially unprofitable, but which ensure the completion of such corridors and thus 
guarantee or sustain their overall economic or financial viability: cross-border sections 
through sparsely populated areas are classic examples of this type of support; 
(iii) financing sections of a route which lead to "captured traffic" on which the private sector 
can then capitalize: access roads to bridges or tunnels on which user tolls may be charged 
arc examples here. 
To date, examples of the first type of assistance have been the most common (first phases of 
Madrid-Barcelona HST and Valencia-Barcelona railway, studies relating to Portuguese ports and 
to the modernization of Portugal's Northern Line, design stages of Dublin port access and River 
Lee tunnel in Ireland). Numerous examples of the second type, however, also exist (sections 
of the Via Egnatia and Pathé motorways in Greece, the Somport tunnel in Spain, sections of 
the Nl highway in Ireland). 
4.2.2 Legislative background 
To be eligible for assistance under the Fund Regulation, transport infrastructure projects must 
be identified within the framework of the guidelines referred to in Article 129c of the Treaty. 
Guidelines for high-speed trains, roads and combined transport, all of which were adopted 
before 1995, have served as a frame of reference for the Cohesion Fund. The guidelines for 
inland waterways do not include networks for the cohesion Member States. In addition, the 
Cohesion Fund has also been able to base itself on the Commission's proposal for multi-modal 
guidelines which was presented to the Council in March 1994 and is intended to supersede the 
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existing guidelines7. This proposal covers guidelines for conventional railways, ports, airports 
and traffic information and management systems, as well as the modes previously approved. 
The process of approval of the multi-modal guidelines, which is subject to the co-decision 
procedure, has taken longer than anticipated. The Council adopted a "common position" on 
these guidelines in September 1995 and the European Parliament is expected to complete its 
second reading in 1996. Subject to the resolution of certain differences between the Council and 
the Parliament, in particular as regards the identification of priority projects, the guidelines are 
expected to be adopted by mid-1996. 
It may be noted that, pending the formal adoption of the guidelines, the Regulation establishing 
the Cohesion Fund permits the financing of other transport infrastructure projects which 
contribute to the objectives of Article 129b of the Treaty. 
4.2.3 Reinforcement of the transport networks in 1995 
The Cohesion Fund continued to make a substantial contribution to the TENs in 1995 with a 
total of around ECU 1 108 million committed to transport during the year. This includes 
commitments.for new projects, or stages of projects, as well as additional funds committed for 
projects approved in previous years, either via new annual instalments or modifications to 
earlier decisions. Together with commitments made in 1993 and 1994, this brings the total 
allocated so far to transport TENs projects in the cohesion countries to almost ECU 3 billion. 
The following table gives a breakdown of commitments made from the 1995 budget for TENs 
projects broken down by Member State and transport sector: 
COM(94) 106 
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Commitment appropriations 1995 - TENs projects 
Transport 
Sector 
Roads 
Rail 
Ports 
Airports 
VTS 
Total Member State 
Spain 
Mecu 
484.9 
119.8 
-
-
5.5 
610.2 % 
79.5 
19.6 
-
-
0.9 
100.0 Portugal 
Mecu 
211.9 
28.6 
-
-
-
240.5 % 
88.1 
11.9 
-
-
-
100.0 Greece 
Mecu 
64.7 
8.4 
62.9 
23.7 
-
159.7 % 
40.5 
5.3 
39.4 
14.8 
-
100.0 Ireland 
Mecu 
71.0 
21.6 
4.5 
-
-
97.2 % 
73.1 
22.3 
4.7 
-
-
100.0 Total 
Mecu 
832.5 
178.4 
67.4 
23.7 
5.5 
1107.6 % 
75.2 
16.1 
6.1 
2.1 
0.5 
100.0 
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Roads 
Road projects took a major share of the total allocations to transport in 1995, as in earlier 
years, reflecting the continuing importance given to this sector by the Member States 
concerned. This priority in turn reflects the deficiencies which remain in the main road links 
within their territories, and between these and the rest of the EU, as well as the pressures 
imposed by the growth of international trade and road transport in particular. It is estimated 
that roads account for around 80% of land-based freight transport within the EU. It should be 
noted, nevertheless, that the relative importance of other modes of transport, such as rail in 
particular, is underestimated by the 1995 figures (see below) and that, within the road sector, 
a large number of projects supported concern by-passes or ring roads which, in addition to 
providing much needed links between corridors, also reduce congestion in town and city 
centres. A total of 15 decisions in 1995 accounting for ECU 91 million of commitments relate 
to such projects. Notable examples include the Northern Cross and Southern Cross in Dublin, 
the Lisbon inner ring (CRIL), the Madrid M40 ring road and the Kavala by-pass in Greece. 
The share taken by roads was especially high in Portugal (88.1%), which reflects the decision 
at the end of 1994 to approve ECU 311 million of assistance for the second Tagus crossing 
at Lisbon. Commitments from the 1995 budget for this project amounted to ECU 178.09 
million. 
Road projects also played an important part in Spain, with Cohesion Fund finance being 
approved for several new sections of major motorways and highways including the Rfas Bajas 
motorway (ECU 160.2 million committed from the 1995 budget), which provides a key link 
from Galicia and northern Portugal to the Irun-Valladolid axis, and the Lérida-Gerona and 
Madrid-Valencia motorways. Approval was also given to the Somport tunnel project (ECU 
26.9 million) which is intended to provide an alternative to the existing congested crossings 
into France at Irun and La Junquera and will complete the Zaragoza-Huesca-France axis. 
In Ireland priority continued to be given to the main corridor linking Cork, Dublin and the 
border with Northern Ireland, with connections to Belfast and Larne. A total of ECU 36.5 
million was committed from the 1995 budget for various improvements to this route including 
an additional ECU 15.4 million for Dublin's Northern Cross. 
The share of road projects in Greece was lower than elsewhere as a result of difficulties 
relating to public procurement and project management questions. However, some progress 
in resolving these has been made by the Greek authorities and the Cohesion Fund has been 
able to adopt a number of important projects including new sections of the Via Egnatia 
motorway (ECU 40.7 million from the 1995 budget). 
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Rail 
Rail projects attracted ECU 178.4 million of assistance from the 1995 budget, or 16.1 % of the 
transport total. The main projects approved were the upgrading of the Mediterranean corridor 
in Spain (ECU 58.3 million), general modernization of the Spanish conventional rail network 
(ECU 46.1 million), the modernization of the Beira-Alta line in Portugal (ECU 28.6 million), 
and the Cork-Dublin line upgrading in Ireland (ECU 21.5 million). 
In Greece, a major project for the improvement and doubling of the Evangelisimos-Leptkarya 
section of the country's main north-south rail axis was adopted. Although only ECU 7 million 
of Cohesion Fund assistance was committed from the 1995 budget for this project, total aid 
over the period 1995-99 is expected to amount to around ECU 204 million^ 
The situation in Greece underlines the fact that 1995 commitments taken by themselves 
understate the volume of support for rail projects. Assistance for large and complex projects 
such as railway extensions or upgrading is generally committed in annual instalments so that 
the total amount of assistance approved may substantially exceed an individual year total. In 
the case of railways, Cohesion Fund support for projects approved in all beneficiary Member 
States in 1995 totalled ECU 553.6 million for the period 1995-99 as a whole, as against the 
ECU 178.4 million committed for 1995 alone. 
Ports and airports 
Port projects accounted for ECU 67.4 million of assistance committed in 1995 (6.1% of the 
total for transport), while airports accounted for ECU 23.7 million (2.1%). 
The main projects approved were in Greece (Igoumenitsa, Piraeus and Iraklio ports), together 
with additional assistance towards the modernization of air traffic control systems, and in 
Ireland (Dublin Lo-Lo and Ro-Ro terminals). In Portugal no port projects were approved in 
1995, but a number of applications for assistance for the development of port infrastructure 
remain under consideration for possible decision in 1996. 
In a closely related field, in 1995 the Cohesion Fund financed additional installations in several 
Spanish ports for the surveillance of maritime tiaffic and prevention of marine pollution. • 
These types of projects raise particularly difficult questions of competition, coordination and 
revenue generation. Their relatively low share of 1995 assistance reflects in part the fact that 
alternative sources of financing, including EIB loans, can often be found for such projects, 
rendering assistance from the Cohesion Fund superfluous. 
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4.2.4 Group of Commissioners (TENs) and Essen priority projects 
Group of Commissioners 
The Cohesion Fund has closely followed the work of the group of Commissioners which was 
set up early in 1995, under the chairmanship of Mr Kinnock, Member with special 
responsibility for transport, to co-ordinate and give impetus to implementation of the trans-
European networks. The group has concerned itself with the legislative framework for the 
TENs, monitoring progress of projects of common interest, and exploring ways in which the 
problem of financing the TENs might be resolved. 
As regards transport TENs, the Group has monitored the process of adoption of the TENs 
Financial Regulation and discussions in the Council and Parliament concerning the 
Commission's proposal for multi-modal guidelines for the networks (see section 4.2.2 of this 
Report). It has also set up working groups on finance, legal and economic issues. The finance 
group examined in particular the possibilities for improving the use of existing financial 
instruments, or introducing new ones, and for introducing private finance via public/private 
partnerships in order to accelerate the development of transport networks. 
A progress report on the trans-European networks was presented by the TENs group of 
Commissioners to the Madrid European Council of 15 and 16 December 1995. This noted that 
substantial progress had been made in the implementation of the transport networks but that 
problems nevertheless remained, in particular in relation to the priority given to TENs projects 
by the Member States and the shortfalls in finance which were becoming increasingly evident. 
The report suggests that Member States may not be taking full account of the additional 
Community benefit derived from TENs projects, and urged Member States to make greater 
efforts to solve financing and other problems holding up projects, including making greater use 
of public/private partnerships. 
Essen priority projects 
The Essen European Council of 9-10 December 1994 endorsed a list of fourteen high priority 
TENs projects which, when complete, will provide key links in the transport networks within 
the EU. Five of these projects are located wholly or partly in the cohesion countries, and the 
Cohesion Fund is thus in a good position to help with their advancement. The scale of the task 
is well illustrated by the development costs involved: for the five projects alone these have 
been estimated at a total of over ECU 23 billion, of which some ECU 12 billion is planned 
to be spent by the year 2000. 
The Cohesion Fund's involvement with these projects and their current state of play may be 
summarized as follows: 
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1. HST South France-Spain 
a) Madrid-Barcelona-Perpignan: 
The Cohesion Fund has financed technical feasibility studies costing a total of 
ECU 8.02 million on two sections of this line (Zaragoza-Lérida and Calatayud-
Ricla). In April 1995 the Spanish authorities submitted an application for 
assistance towards the construction of these sections. 
b) Madrid-Vitoria-Dax: 
No requests for Cohesion Fund assistance have been received for this line. 
2. Greek motorways 
a) Patras-Athens-Thessaloniki-Bulgarian border (Pathé): 
Construction of this motorway, which provides the main North-South road 
corridor for Greece, has been under way since 1990. The Cohesion Fund 
approved several'sections of the motorway for assistance in 1993 and 1994 with 
a total grant of ECU 58.4 million. However, difficulties concerning public 
procurement and project management held up progress last year with a result 
that no additional requests for assistance were approved in 1995. 
b) Via Egnatia (Igoumenitsa-Thessaloniki-Alexandroupolis-Turkish border): 
Work on the 200 km Igoumenitsa-Panagia section started in 1995. In total the 
Cohesion Fund has approved ECU 76.4 million towards various sections of this 
project, including ECU 40.7 million approved in 1995. Requests for an 
additional ECU 500 million are still being considered. 
3. Lisbon-Valladolid road corridor 
Two sections of the Portuguese part of this corridor (Alcanena-Atalaia and Atalaia-
Abrantes) received assistance from the Cohesion Fund totalling ECU 52.6 million. 
However, no applications were received and no further assistance approved in 1995. 
It should be noted that the Portuguese authorities have said that they wish to realign 
their section of the corridor, while on the Spanish side progress has been slow with 
major technical studies still needed before construction can start. Following a workshop 
on this project organised by the Cohesion Fund in October 1994, the Commission 
invited both the Spanish and Portuguese authorities to submit preparatory studies on the 
project for financing by the Cohesion Fund. No such requests were, however, presented 
to the Cohesion Fund. 
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4. Cork-Dublin-Belfast-Larne rail link 
Commitments from the 1995 budget amounted to ECU 21.5 million for this project to 
upgrade the main North-South rail link in Ireland, bringing the total committed since 
1993 to ECU 53.9 million. Following a project seminar organised by the Cohesion Fund 
in November 1994, the Irish authorities agreed to consider submitting additional work 
to the Cohesion Fund aimed at increasing the economic viability of the rail link and in 
particular the connection between the railway stations in Dublin. The definition of this 
priority project is to be extended to include two important feeder lines to Londonderry 
and Limerick. Speeding-up of the works on the Dublin-Cork section was agreed. 
5. Ireland/UK/Benelux road corridor 
Priority has been given to this project in Ireland and a further ECU 56 million was 
committed to it from the Cohesion Fund's 1995 budget. This includes ECU 15.4 million 
for Dublin's Northern Cross ring road. Since 1993 Cohesion Fund assistance for the 
Republic of Ireland's section of this priority project has totalled ECU 121.6 million. 
Additional work is programmed and around ECU 40 million remains under 
consideration. 
The table below summarizes information on the Essen high priority projects which are 
of direct interest to the Cohesion Fund: 
ECU million 
1. HST South France 
2. Greek motorways 
3. Lisbon-Valladolid 
motorway 
4. Cork-Dublin-Belfast rail 
link 
5. IrelanaVUK/Benelux road 
corridor Estimated 
12 870 
6 367 
1 072 
238 
2 680 
23 227 Cost 
1995-99 
4 380 
5 065 
717 
145 
1 540 
11847 CF assistance 
1993-95 
8.0 
134.8 
52.6 
(Portugal only) 
53.9 
(Rep. of Ireland only) 
121.6 
(Rep., of Ireland only) 
370.9 
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In addition to the fourteen high priority projects identified in the Christophersen Group's 
report which were endorsed by the Essen European Council, a second list of projects of 
importance was also highlighted. 
The Cohesion Fund has a direct interest in the following projects which appear on this list: 
combined transport (various projects); 
the new international airport for Athens at Spata; 
the Marateca-Elvas motorway (on the Lisbon-Madrid corridor). 
Financial assistance for combined transport projects and for sections of the Marateca-Elvas 
motorway have already been approved, while discussions began with the Greek authorities at 
the end of 1995 with a view to an application for assistance being made to the Cohesion Fund 
for the new Spata airport. 
The Christophersen Group report also gave prominence to Europe-wide projects relating to 
the implementation of new information technology and traffic management systems for 
transport in the EU. The Cohesion Fund has helped to finance two important examples of such 
projects in 1995, following earlier assistance approved in 1993 and 1994: 
Vessel traffic management systems in Spain: 
A total of ECU 11 million was approved from the 1995 budget for marine surveillance and 
pollution control installations in the ports of Almerfa, Bilbao, Palma de Mallorca, Tarragona 
and Valencia. 
Air traffic management systems in Greece: 
A total of ECU 20.9 million was committed for the modernization of air traffic control 
systems in Athens, Iraklio, Thessaloniki, Rhodes and Corfu. 
4.3 CONTRIBUTION TO THE IMPLEMENTATION OF ENVIRONMENT POLICY 
The establishment of the Cohesion Fund gave the Community's cohesion policy an extra 
environmental dimension. For the Member States concerned, this Fund is the main financial 
instrument for meeting their needs. This is particularly true of the protection and management 
of water resources and waste-water treatment but also applies to the collection, treatment and 
recycling of waste. 
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This Fund means that the least prosperous countries can comply with the requirements laid 
down by certain Directives, including those on the quality of drinking water (80/778/EEC), 
waste (75/442/EEC) and waste-water treatment (91/271/EEC), without jeopardizing their 
efforts to meet the conditions for economic convergence set out in Article 104c. The Cohesion 
Fund regrets, however, that only a very small number of projects concerning waste have been 
submitted. 
One of the concerns of the Fund is to ensure application of a policy which complies with the 
Commission's environmental objectives, particularly those concerned with sustainable 
development, and the Community rules on the environment. Before approving a decision to 
grant assistance to a project submitted by a beneficiary State, the Commission checks that it 
complies with Directive 85/337/EEC on environmental impact assessments. In addition, 
Directorate-General XI, which is responsible for the environment, is always associated with 
examination of the application and the decision to approve projects and has given its 
agreement to all the projects approved since 1993. 
In its communication to the Council, the European Parliament, the Economic and Social 
Committee and the Committee of the Regions of 22 November 1995 on "Cohesion policy and 
the environment" (COM(95) 509/5), the Commission stated that it regarded a 50/50 
distribution of the budget of the Fund between transport and environment as a target to be 
aimed at. In achieving it, the Commission, in partnership with the Member States concerned, 
would adopt a flexible approach, particularly as regards timing and the characteristics of 
' individual projects. According to the different needs of the Cohesion countries, e.g. in relation 
to water management, water treatment and waste disposal, the Commission would ensure, in 
partnership with the Member States concerned, the highest environmental quality of Cohesion 
Fund projects. In that communication, the Commission stated that it would ensure that the 
projects funded by the Cohesion Fund complied with environmental legislation and standards. 
These concerns will continue to apply to the work of the Cohesion Fund in the future. 
4.4 BALANCE BETWEEN THE ENVIRONMENT AND TRANSPORT 
One of the political priorities pursued by the Cohesion Fund has been attaining a balance 
between transport infrastructure projects and those concerned with the protection of the 
environment. 
The Commission's position on this question has been that, over the programming period as 
a whole, environmental projects should receive 50% of the assistance although this objective 
should not be interpreted rigidly and some flexibility should be retained to deal with special 
situations. 
There was further progress towards this objective in 1995 with 51.8% of budgetary 
commitments going to transport projects and 48.2% to environmental projets. 
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In all the Member States, the breakdown of commitment appropriations between the 
environment and transport has followed the trend established in the last three years: 
Period ENVIRONMENT TRANSPORT 
1993 ECU 606 016 992 (38.7%) ECU 958 253 511 (61.3%) 
1994 ECU 923 430 183 (49.8%) ECU 929 157 266 (50.2%) 
1995 ECU 1 036 709 677 (48.2%) ECU 1 113 119 907 (51.8%) 
1993 to 1995 ECU 2 566 156 852(46.1%) ECU 3 000 530 684 (53.9%) 
By country, the breakdown in 1995 was 58.6% for the environment and 41.4% for transport 
in Greece and 62.1 % for transport and 37.9% for the environment in Portugal with Spain and 
Ireland lying between these extremes with a breakdown of about 51% for transport and 49% 
for the environment. 
The greatest imbalances between the two sectors, in Greece and Portugal, is primarily the 
result of a very large environmental project in Greece (the Evinos dam) and a very large 
transport project in Portugal (the Tagus bridge) together with difficulties with regard to public 
procurement and project management in the transport sector in Greece. 
4.5 EVALUATION OF COMPATIBILITY WITH OTHER POLICIES 
4.5.1 Environmental protection 
Article 8 of Council Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund states that 
projects are to be in keeping with Community policies, including those concerning 
environmental protection. 
The objectives of Community policy on the environment are set out in Article 130r of the 
Treaty. They cover three major topics: 
preserving and improving the environment; 
protecting human health; 
the rational utilization of natural resources. 
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The Community programme of policy and action in relation to the environment and 
sustainable development set out in the Resolution of the Council of 1 February 1993,8 which 
is now half implemented, looks in detail at the policy objectives laid down in Article 130r of 
the Treaty. It concentrates on changes to current models of consumption and behaviour to 
achieve a more rational management of natural resources, anticipate problems relating to 
waste, etc. This means that the question of compatibility with environment policy goes beyond 
the mere monitoring of legislation. 
An important aspect of achieving the objectives laid down for the environment is the need to 
include its protection in the design and implementation of other Community policies. This 
aspect extends the scope of the problem of compatibility to include the question of whether 
transport infrastructure projects are based on the introduction of an environment-friendly 
transport system. 
In practice, for a decision to be taken on a project under the Cohesion Fund, the application 
must state: 
the environmental objectives of the project; 
how the project relates to the application of Community legislation on the environment; 
whether the project forms part of a plan or programme concerned with the application 
of a Community policy or Community rules. 
In the case of transport projects, an environmental impact assessment is also carried out where 
required by Directive 85/337/EEC. Particular attention is paid to projects which could have 
a significant direct or indirect impact on environmentally sensitive areas within the meaning 
of Directives 79/409/EEC and 92/43/EEC. 
In the case of those environmental projects concerned with waste-water treatment, not only 
is an assessment carried out pursuant to Directive 85/337/EEC, but conditions are laid down 
to ensure conformity with the parameters set out in Directive 91/271 /EEC. Conditions to 
ensure compliance with the parameters in Directive 80/778/EEC may also be attached to 
projects concerned with drinking water. 
Checks are also carried out on projects in other fields, such as the treatment of waste and the 
restoration of coastal areas, to ensure that they comply with the relevant Community policy. 
The question of compatibility does not arise solely before the decision is taken. The 
Monitoring Committees also ensure compliance with policy on the environment. Where the 
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requirements or conditions laid down in the decision are not respected, payments may be 
suspended and assistance reduced or even cancelled. 
4.5.2 Common transport policy 
The new vision of the common transport policy is set out in the Commission's communication 
"The future development of the common transport policy" (COM(92) 494), one of the key 
features of which, alongside the need to take account of the environment in the approach to 
transport, is the policy on the trans-European networks set out in Title XII of the Treaty. 
The common transport policy also takes account of the growing need for operational transport 
infrastructure within a Community without frontiers stemming from the congestion of a large 
proportion of the existing networks, particularly those at the centre of the Community, and 
the shortcomings in infrastructure around the edges of the Community and in links between 
the outlying regions and the centre. 
The development of trans-European transport networks provides certain solutions to these 
problems and is closely linked to the common transport policy. The Community's contribution 
in this area is expected to take the form of guidelines which will give a genuine boost to the 
achievement of the two basic objectives of the single market and economic and social 
cohesion. One of the main purposes of the networks should be to link isolated, island and 
outlying regions to the centre of the Community. The guidelines should define objectives, 
priorities and types of assistance and identify the projects of common interest. The outlying 
regions will require particular attention. 
All this is reflected in the Council's common position (EC No 22/95) on Community 
guidelines for the development of the trans-European transport network which sees multimode 
transport as one of the responses to the constraints imposed by environmental protection. The 
various modes of transport and the projects relating to them are included in these guidelines 
as part of the implementation of a process based on complementarity and gradual integration. 
The "multimode" component of the projects identified is an important criterion for the 
establishment of priorities. 
The guidelines define the various factors relating to the trans-European transport networks: 
(a) The trans-European road network, with its major routes and links, is the keystone of 
surface transport. It will cover 75 000 km, of which 20 000 km will be built over the next ten 
years (to achieve completion). Some 40% of the work will be carried out in outlying regions. 
(b) When completed the trans-European rail network will cover 73 000 km, of which 23 000 
km will be devoted in large part to combined transport. 
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While the main aim of the central regions of the Community is to eliminate bottlenecks by 
increasing capacity (modernizing signalling, constructing by-pass lines, etc.), the stress in the 
outlying regions will be more on raising general standards (replacement of equipment, 
electrification, construction of new access lines, etc.). 
(c) The ports have a very important role to play as links between land and sea transport. Sea 
transport accounts for 90% of traffic between the Community and the rest of the world and 
some 35% of that between the Member States. They are of vital importance in the outlying 
Member States. 
(d) The maritime traffic information and management system is of direct concern to sea 
transport since it is a tool for the control, organization and direction of this traffic in 
Community waters, thereby helping improve safety and efficiency, while protecting the 
environment in ecologically sensitive areas. It is of direct concern for the future development 
of the outlying countries in the south of the Community (Greece, Spain and Portugal). 
(e) The trans-European airport network covers some 250 airports selected on the basis of 
quantitative criteria and their roles in linking the Union and the rest of the world and the 
Union with its most remote regions. So that it can operate as intended, the guidelines suggest 
that priority should be given to: 
making optimal use of and increasing airport capacity; 
improving the environmental impact (compatibility with the environment); 
links with other networks. 
Airports have a special role in providing access, particularly to outlying regions. 
(f) Turning to air traffic control, the congestion of air corridors is principally the result of the 
poor use of air space and inadequate traffic management capacity. The gradual introduction 
of an air traffic management network (navigation plan, traffic control and management 
facilities) should improve the safety and efficiency of air transport in future. Failure to do this 
will result in a real gap in certain outlying areas. 
The Treaty provides for projects which meet these criteria to receive Community assistance 
in the form of the part-financing of work undertaken by the Member States. The bulk of this 
assistance will paid by the Cohesion Fund which, in the four countries where it operates, 
supports transport projects regarded as of common interest in the networks. 
The Cohesion Fund accordingly makes a very substantial contribution to carrying out transport 
projects, irrespective of mode, so helping compensate for the lack of infrastructure which is 
regarded as one of the barriers to the free movement of people and goods into or out of the 
outlying regions. It has become one of the Community's basic tools for developing the trans-
European network and achieving its objective of introducing sustainable mobility in accordance 
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with Community environment policy through support for projects involving different modes 
of transport. 
4.5.3 Public procurement 
As already noted in the 1993/94 report, compliance with Community law on public 
procurement in carrying out projects in receipt of Community finance is of great importance 
for the opening up of the internal market and the correct implementation of the policy on 
economic and social cohesion. 
Verification of compliance with these rules very often shows that it is essential to bring those 
responsible for taking decisions on projects together geographically in order to improve the 
preparation of files, monitoring of this point, speed of implementation and understanding of 
Community texts. Information on public procurement may be found at national, regional or 
local level and verification, which is also intended to help those taking decisions, should 
therefore take place at the appropriate level. The Commission has given considerable thought 
to this question, which will come to fruition in 1996. 
Between November 1994 and December 1995, some 200 new applications for finance 
(concerning individual projects or groups of projects) were examined for compliance with the 
rules on public procurement. In 1995 checks continued on projects submitted after 1993 since 
not all decisions had yet been adopted or some had been amended and the balance had not 
been fully paid out. 
As on previous occasions, this examination gave one of the following results: 
agreement without reservations, where it was found that an application complied with 
the rules on public procurement; 
agreement in principle, subject to retrospective checks to be carried out in all cases 
where the contracts were awarded after finance had been granted; 
blocking of the decision to grant finance until the national authorities had clarified 
doubtful points; 
refusal of finance as a result of failure to comply with the rules on public procurement; 
suspension of payments when problems concerning public procurement arise during the 
implementation of projects. 
In addition, assistance may be reduced or cancelled altogether for failure to comply with 
Community legislation on public procurement. 
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In 1994 and 1995, national legislation which did not comply with the directives was amended 
or is being amended and fewer cases of incorrect behaviour as a result of these texts were 
detected. However, consideration of the applications made during that period reveals incorrect 
interpretations or the misunderstanding of Community texts on public procurement. 
4.5.4 Competition policy 
As stated in Council Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund, assistance 
from the Fund must comply with competition policy. 
For this purpose, the Commission has introduced internal monitoring rules which check that 
measures part-financed by the Cohesion Fund respect Community competition rules, 
particularly as regards State aids. 
In general terms, such assistance very rarely proves incompatifre with competition law, partly 
because it often concerns infrastructure programmes which, unless the rules on public 
procurement are infringed, give no particular advantage to any individual firm and partly 
because assistance from the Fund comes under Community objectives such as cohesion or the 
protection of the environment which are to a great extent taken into account in the Community 
texts on State aids. 
Hence Community monitoring of competition covers mainly the opening of infrastructure to 
all operators meeting the technical and legal conditions laid down and complying with Articles 
77 and 80 of the Treaty on aid to the transport sector. 
4.6 SOCIO-ECONOMIC IMPACT OF THE COHESION FUND 
4.6.1 Introduction 
The Commission is required to assess the actual or anticipated economic impact of the 
Cohesion Fund both at the level of individual projects and at the level of its assistance as a 
whole. Cost/benefit analysis and other forms of micro-economic analysis are the main methods 
used at the project level, in particular in the context of the prior appraisal of projects 
submitted for assistance. The general procedures adopted by the Commission have been 
described earlier in this report (section 4.1.1). Further details of work undertaken in this area, 
including some preliminary results of recent studies financed by the Cohesion Fund, are given 
in section 4.6.2 below. 
At a general level, the impact of the Cohesion Fund has to be considered within the 
framework of an economic model, or models, which put its assistance into the context of the 
regional and national economies concerned. In this way, both the full spillover effects of such 
assistance and any feedback effects from the economy can be allowed for. In 1995 the 
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Cohesion Fund commissioned a major study into these issues by the London School of 
Economics which is expected to produce its final report by June 1996. The aims of this study 
and the approach adopted by the team of economists involved are described in section 4.6.3. 
That section also reports on the results of a study of the macroeconomic impact of the 
Cohesion Fund in Spain which was undertaken for the Spanish authorities in 1995 with finance 
from the Cohesion Fund. 
Finally, section 4.6.4 gives some preliminary indications of the potential employment impact 
of the Cohesion Fund. 
4.6.2 Economic appraisal of projects 
General 
Applications for assistance from the Cohesion Fund must be supported by an economic 
analysis demonstrating that the project concerned is expected to generate medium-term 
economic and social benefits which are proportionate to the resources deployed (Articles 10(4) 
and 10(5) of Regulation (EC) No 1164/94). That is to say, the project must be expected to 
produce positive net benefits and thus add to overall economic welfare. As a general rule, 
cost/benefit analysis must be used for this purpose. However, in the case of environmental 
projects, where the results of cost/benefit analysis may be inconclusive, other forms of 
quantified analysis, such as cost-effectiveness or multi-variate analysis, may be accepted. 
The preparation of cost/benefit and other economic studies in support of project applications 
is primarily the responsibility of the Member States concerned. The Commission must ensure 
that the methodologies used are generally acceptable, that the assumptions made are 
appropriate and that the results are credible. External consultants or the European Investment 
Bank may be called upon to help in this process while, at the Member State level, technical 
assistance is available from the Cohesion Fund to help in the financing of relevant studies. 
The Member States have, in general, responded well to the challenge of producing cost/benefit 
or other studies in connection with projects submitted for assistance. Both the number of such 
studies and their quality have improved over the life of the Cohesion Fund. However, the 
Commission is conscious of the need to make additional efforts in this area and to this end it 
has: 
commissioned a study from a transport economist into the appraisal methods aud 
assumptions used in support of applications for transport projects (final report received 
August Î995); 
financed a study which was commissioned by the Irish authorities into the economic 
appraisal of environmental projects supported by the Cohesion Fund (final report 
September 1995); 
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approved technical assistance for certain Member States specifically to help them 
undertake preparatory studies relating to projects, including cost/benefit analyses; 
undertaken an internal review of approaches adopted in the evaluation of the benefits 
of environmental projects. 
Transport projects 
Within the transport sector cost/benefit methodologies are generally well developed and almost 
universally accepted, so it is not surprising that progress has been greatest here. The methods 
adopted by the Member States concerned have been described in a study undertaken for the 
Cohesion Fund by Professor Filippi of the University of Rome: "A Framework for Transport 
Project Appraisal and a Comparative View of Transport Projects Approvedto 31 December 
1994". The aim of this study was to improve the Cohesion Fund's general understanding of 
transport appraisal methodologies and ultimately contribute to a more systematic evaluation 
of transport projects submitted for financing. In addition to a review of best practice within 
the EU, it also examined in detail the cost/benefit appraisals undertaken in support of such 
projects. 
In relation to the anticipated economic impact of projects, the table below gives the results 
obtained from examining 87 transport projects approved over the period to end-1994, both in 
terms of forecast internal rates of return and benefit/cost ratios: 
Average expected rates of return and benefit/cost ratios of Cohesion Fund transport projects 
Transport Mode Average internal rate Average benefit/ 
of return cost ratio 
Roads 17.7 2.92 
Railways 12.2 1.92 
Airports 14.4 2.02 
Ports 10.8 0.82 
Other 26.6 2.44 
Total 163 2^59 | 
The above figures present a favourable picture of the expected economic benefit of transport 
projects approved for assistance by the Cohesion Fund and probably reflect the fact that the 
transport infrastructure financed represents a significant improvement over the previous 
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(unsatisfactory) situation. It may be noted that these results are comparable to equivalent 
figures produced from a survey of ERDF projects financed in the period 1988-939. 
Nevertheless, these estimates need to be interpreted with care because of the differences of 
approach which exist between Member States and between transport modes. Such differences 
are highlighted by the study as arising primarily in the area of the parameters and assumptions 
used by Member States in their appraisals. They make it difficult to undertake comparative 
assessments and to rank projects in order of economic priority, particularly where inter-modal 
comparisons are concerned. The study recommended that guidelines on project appraisal 
should be issued to the appropriate authorities based on best-practice methodologies following, 
for example, the recommendations which are anticipated from the Directorate-General for 
Transport's EURET programme10. 
Environment projects 
The economic evaluation of environmental projects is generally accepted as a particularly 
difficult subject area. The Cohesion Fund finances a great variety of projects aimed at 
environmental improvement including water supply schemes, waste water treatment, urban 
waste disposal, erosion control, reafforestation, nature conservation, beach restoration and 
others. A common feature of such projects is that their direct "outputs" do not have a market 
price or, where a price exists (e.g. water supply), that price may not fully reflect the true 
economic and social value of those outputs. These projects, moreover, often have significant 
indirect effects, for example on health and amenity, which are difficult to quantify and value. 
The beneficiary Member States have made a considerable effort to apply appropriate methods 
in their economic analyses of environment projects. Cost/benefit analysis has been the most 
commonly used approach. In some cases an attempt has been made to quantify and value the 
direct benefits of environmental schemes such as improved water quality, improved amenity 
or greater opportunities for recreational use, while in other cases the potential indirect effects, 
for example on induced economic development, have been estimated. In many cases such 
analyses have been supplemented by a qualitative assessment of benefits. 
A study for the Irish authorities financed by the Cohesion Fund points to the difficulties 
involved in this area by concluding that, although there is a growing international literature 
on the evaluation of environmental projects, "no standard or universally applicable 
methodology has as yet been agreed upon". The authors go on to say that there is a general 
lack of basic data to be used for such analyses and a lack of experience in the implementation 
of economic appraisal techniques. They suggest that in the short-term there is no alternative 
Survey of 200 Major Projects of the "First Generation" of the Reformed Structural Funds 1988-1993 
- prepared by CSIL for the Evaluation Unit, DG XVI. 
EURET (European Research on Transport). 
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to using such limited data as is available and to quantifying benefits wherever possible using 
output valuations from existing studies. In the longer term, they recommend that the use of 
contingency valuation methods (involving the valuation of benefits via surveys of user groups) 
should be pursued as these techniques, they argue, have become increasingly accepted and 
"may become the standard tool for non-market benefit estimation". Although the focus of this 
study was on water supply and waste-water treatment projects in Ireland, its basic conclusions 
may be more generally applicable. 
4.6.3 Overall socio-economic impact 
The Regulation establishing the Cohesion Fund also requires the Commission to report 
regularly on the economic and social impact of the Fund in the Member States, and on its 
contribution to strengthening economic and social cohesion in the Union. 
This implies not only assessing the economic effects of individual projects or groups of 
projects but also a more general focus on the impact of assisted operations on economic 
variables such as growth, employment and trade in the economies concerned. It also implies 
attempting to estimate both the short-term demand effects of assistance, which occur during 
the implementation phase, and the medium to longer term supply-side effects which occur 
during the operational phase. In the case of transport investments, for example, a distinction 
can be made between the increased income and employment directly and indirectly created 
during the period of construction, and the subsequent impact on incomes, employment, trade, 
etc. of the time savings, reduced operating costs and general increase in competitiveness 
induced by the improved transport infrastructures concerned. Corresponding effects can also 
be expected from environmental investments although, as already noted, these are more 
difficult to estimate and in many cases may not be picked up by conventional measures of 
national output. 
London School of Economics Study 
In order to comply with the general requirements of the Regulation, a study was 
commissioned in July 1995 from the London School of Economics (LSE) with the aim of 
developing and testing an economic model, or series of models, to be used to quantify the full 
socio-economic effects of assisted projects and aggregate assistance from the Cohesion Fund. 
The LSE proposed an innovative approach based on the application of the latest econometric 
techniques in order to model regional change and growth. It is characterised as a "dynamic 
analysis of regional impacts and spillovers" and involves the tracing through of the economic 
effects of projects across regions and over time. Three different modelling strategies are being 
adopted to address the complex issues involved. 
The LSE is managing the project and is undertaking the construction of the database and the 
economic modelling, but is working closely with study teams in each of the four cohesion 
countries: Instituto Valenciano de Investigaciones Econômicas, Universidad de Valencia; 
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Regional Development Institute, Panteion University, Athens; Centro de Investigaçâo de 
Desenvolvimento e Economia Regional (CIDER), Universidade do Algarve; and the Centre 
for European Economic and Public Affairs, University College, Dublin. 
Work on this study advanced well during 1995, with the database for the cohesion countries 
and neighbouring countries having been largely completed, and the first modelling work 
begun. An interim report reviewing the literature and setting out the proposed approach was 
submitted in September 1995, followed by the second interim report on the data in November 
1995. 
A steering group closely monitors the work on the study and held meetings in July, October 
and December 1995. It consists of representatives from the Cohesion Eund Directorate 
(DG XVI/E), DG XVI evaluation unit, DGII, DG XII, Eurostat and the LSE. Representatives 
from the other research institutes with which the LSE is collaborating also attend meetings 
according to the subject matter in question. 
It is anticipated that a final report on the LSE study will be submitted in June 1996. Its results 
are expected to be applicable to Structural Fund assistance as well as to the Cohesion Fund. 
Macro-economic impact of the Cohesion Fund in Spain 
A final report on a study into the macro-economic impact of the Cohesion Fund in Spain, 
which had been commissioned by the Spanish authorities with Cohesion Fund finance, was 
submitted in November 1995. The approach adopted by this study was to use existing 
economic models to estimate the global impact of assistance from the Fund on the Spanish 
economy. 
Although the total investments supported by Cohesion Fund money account for a relatively 
small share of total Spanish GDP or gross domestic fixed-capital formation, the author of the 
study nevertheless points to the importance of the Cohesion Fund in supporting public 
authorities' investment efforts. Based on figures for 1993, it is estimated that the Cohesion 
Fund accounted for 12% of all spending on transport infrastructure by central and regional 
authorities in that year, and for 11% of environment spending. The figures rise to 18.5% and 
29.1% respectively if only the central authorities' expenditure is counted. The increases which 
have occurred in the allocations to Spain since 1993 mean that these figures understate the 
present contribution of the Fund. 
The study use4 three different modelling approaches: an input-output model, the MOISEES 
macro-econometric model and the HERMIN model. The input-output approach estimated the 
anticipated overall and sectoral impact of Cohesion Fund assisted investments in the 1993-99 
period. The results suggest that the maximum effects will be felt between 1996 and 1999 when 
the impact of the Cohesion Fund will account for around 0.4% of the Spanish economy's GDP 
and total employment. In this period it is estimated that it will support an average of 50 000 
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man-years of work. The author estimates that on average one man year of work is created by 
each PTA 4 million of spending. The usual reservations about input-output models are made 
and, in particular, it is pointed out that the approach can only measure the temporary effects 
of Cohesion Fund spending. 
Simulations based on the HERMIN model undertaken for this study suggest that for the period 
1993 to 1999 the Cohesion Fund could have an impact of just under 1 % of Spanish GDP, with 
over 70 000 jobs dependent on its spending in 1999. The MOISEES model, on the other hand, 
suggests a smaller impact. 
4.6.4 Employment 
Although the Cohesion Fund does not have an explicit remit to create employment, it 
nevertheless has an important contribution to make to the generation of jobs in the cohesion 
countries given the substantial resources for which it is responsible. 
Infrastructure investments in both the transport and environment fields create employment 
directly and indirectly within the economies concerned. Direct jobs arise primarily in the 
construction industry but also in planning, design and consultancy while indirect jobs are 
generated as a result of the increased demand for industries and services which supply the 
construction sector, and which meet the needs of those newly employed. These demand effects 
occur over the short to medium term while the projects are being implemented. In the longer 
term employment will also be generated during the operational phase of projects. Direct 
employment in this case will be more limited, but longer lasting jobs will be generated 
indirectly to the extent that the infrastructure created reduces production costs and generally 
improves the attractions and competitiveness of the economies of the cohesion countries. 
It is possible to estimate at least some of these effects with a degree of certainty. Quantifying 
the number of jobs directly involved in the construction and subsequent operation of a project 
is relatively straightforward given the experience of those responsible for project 
implementation. All Cohesion Fund applications must indicate at least the number of direct 
jobs likely to arise from the projects. An analysis of applications in 1993 and 1994 indicates 
that on average around 21 jobs (man-years) are generated directly per million ecus of grant 
in transport projects and 26 jobs (man-years) per million ecus in environment projects. 
Adjustments were made in the analysis to allow for the varying implementation period of 
projects and to exclude extreme values. For example, in some cases the responses to the 
employment question gave the total number of jobs in a complete project whereas the grant 
application related only to a smaller part. 
If the above averages are applied to the grant assistance approved by the Cohesion Fund since 
1993, the following preliminary results are obtained: 
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Estimated employment dependent on Cohesion Fund 
man-years 
Year 
1993 
1994 
1995 
TOTAL Direct employment 
36 000 
44 000 
50 000 
130 000 Indirect 
employment* 
10 800 
13 200 
15 000 
39 000 Total employment 
46 800 
57 200 
65 000 
169 000 
* based on estimated multiplier of 1.3. 
Caution is always required in interpreting employment estimates and it should be noted, in 
particular, that the above figures are not intended to show the new jobs created by the 
Cohesion Fund, or net employment impact. In order to derive the latter it would be necessary 
to make assumptions about the extent to which the projects might have been implemented 
without Cohesion Fund assistance and the extent to which other activities within the economies 
concerned have been displaced. The figures are therefore simply an indication of the gross 
employment which is estimated to be dependent on the projects financed. 
It should also be noted that the distribution over time of such employment effects will vary 
considerably according to the nature of the projects. In general, there is likely to be a time 
lag before the full effects of grant assistance from the Cohesion Fund are apparent given the 
long-term nature of many of the infrastructure projects involved. 
In the above table a standard multiplier of 1.3 has been used to illustrate the possible indirect 
employment effects. This implies that there is a knock-on effect of 1 man-year of work for 
every 3 man-years of direct employment in the construction phase. This estimate is a cautious 
one and it may be noted that the responses in the Member States' applications for assistance 
imply almost a 1:1 ratio between direct and indirect employment. 
This approach to employment estimation using project applications is clearly insufficient for 
estimating the long-term employment effects of investment projects such as those undertaken 
by the Cohesion Fund. For this purpose the projects have to be put into their specific 
economic context and considered alongside the range of other factors influencing economic 
development. The study at present being carried out by the London School of Economics, 
referred to earlier, is intended to fulfil this function and provide overall employment estimates 
from a sound theoretical base. 
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In parallel, the information derived from Cohesion Fund applications and decisions will 
continue to provide limited but useful indications of employment effects. 
4.7 COORDINATION AND CONSISTENCY WITH OTHER COMMUNITY 
FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS 
The recitals adopted by the Council when it established the Cohesion Fund Regulation refer 
to the necessity of coordinating the measures undertaken in the fields of the environment and 
the trans-European transport networks through the Cohesion Fund, the Structural Funds, the 
EIB and the other financial instruments. Therefore when it implements the objectives of the 
Structural Funds the Commission has to ensure coordination and consistency between the 
assistance from the Funds and the assistance provided from the other financial instruments, 
in particular the resources of the Cohesion Fund. At the same time, however, it has to pay 
due regard to the principle of subsidiarity, which makes the design of the appropriate national 
strategy and its objectives, the selection of suitable projects and their implementation primarily 
the responsibility of the Member States. 
A number of provisions and procedures have been introduced to ensure compliance with this 
obligation. 
4.7.1 Structural Funds 
The Structural Funds, particularly the ERDF and, to a lesser extent, the EAGGF Guidance 
Section, may also be asked to provide assistance for projects in the field of environment and 
trans-European transport infrastructure. Steps are therefore taken to avoid the risk of double 
financing. 
The need for coordination in this respect is covered by Council Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 
establishing a Cohesion Fund. Article 9 (Cumulation and overlapping) of this Regulation states 
that no item of expenditure may benefit from both the Fund and the Structural Funds. It also 
stipulates that the combined assistance of the Fund and other Community aid for a project 
must not exceed 90% of the total expenditure relating to a particular project. 
As far as the relation with the Structural Funds, in particular the ERDF,is concerned, this 
provision does not prohibit a combination of different instruments making separate 
contributions to a major undertaking as long as expenditure relating to a stage of a project can 
be clearly identified in time and in nature. 
A number of measures have been taken with regard to the procedures to implement the 
required coordination. 
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First of all, the Commission's task has been to ensure overall coordination during preparation 
of the Community support frameworks (CSFs) in order to achieve the doubling in real terms 
of the resources available under Objective 1 and the Cohesion Fund for the four countries 
benefiting from the Cohesion Fund, as decided at the Edinburgh European Council. The 
financing plans of the CSFs therefore make explicit mention of the resources allocated by the 
Cohesion Fund. For Spain, which is only partly eligible under Objective 1, ECU 7 950 
million of the Cohesion Fund allocation for the period 1993-99 was entered in the CSF for 
the Objective 1 regions. In accordance with the principles of subsidiarity and partnership, the 
presentation of appropriate projects is a matter for national governments. 
Secondly, coordination at the level of specific projets requires still greater attention in that the 
Structural Funds operate primarily through operational programmes while the Cohesion Fund 
finances individual projects or groups of projects. Appropriate coordination procedures were 
introduced when the cohesion financial instrument, which preceded the Fund, came into force 
in order to ensure that projects or stages of projects submitted had not already been presented 
to the Structural Funds. These were maintained after establishment of the Cohesion Fund 
itself. 
This requires mandatory consultation of the departments managing the Structural Funds before 
the Commission takes any decision to grant assistance from the Cohesion Fund. The 
departments involved have introduced checks to ensure that no item of expenditure can be 
financed simultaneously by the Structural Funds and the Cohesion Fund. These procedures so 
far have worked well, since there has been no disagreement between the departments 
managing the Structural Funds and that managing the Cohesion Fund. The Commission is 
examining how the four Member States concerned could be more closely involved in this 
coordination, since, in the framework of the multiannual operational programmes, the 
selection of individual projects normally takes place at the regional programming level. Rare 
cases of risks have been eliminated by the withdrawal of the projects in question from the 
Cohesion Fund. 
The administrative arrangements have ensured that no case of double financing has arisen. 
Member States have on occasion submitted different stages of the same project to two different 
instruments, but this is in perfect accordance with the underlying legal provisions. 
4.7.2 TENs transport budget 
A new Financial Regulation laying down the ground rules for support to the TENs was 
formally adopted by the Council in September 199511. This regulation provides the legal basis 
for the disbursement of EU funds to the TENs over the period 1995-99. Unlike the Cohesion 
Fund, the TENs Regulation applies throughout the Community and covers all three TENs 
Council Regulation (EC) No 2236/95 of 15 September 1995. 
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networks: transport, energy and telecommunications. The transport networks, however, will 
account for the major share of the total budget - ECU 1 785 million out of ECU 2 
345 million. In view of the fact that transport projects supported under this Regulation may 
be similar to those financed by the Cohesion Fund, the Cohesion Fund Directorate has had 
a direct interest in the content of the new Regulation and kept in close touch with the 
discussions leading up to its adoption. The Cohesion Fund has also coordinated closely with 
DG VII (Transport) over the allocation of the 1995 TENs transport budget. 
The new Regulation allows the Community to provide financial support to the TENs through 
feasibility studies, interest rebates, subsidies for guarantee fees and, by way of exception, 
through straight grants. Only projects of common interest identified in the TENs guidelines 
are eligible for support, up to a total of 10% of total investment costs (50% in the case of 
feasibility and other types of studies). It may be noted that under Article 5(4) of the TENs 
Financial Regulation financial support "shall not, in principle, be assigned to projects or stages 
of projects which benefit from other sources of Community funding". This is rather more 
restrictive than the corresponding provision in Article 9(1) of the Cohesion Fund Regulation, 
which does not permit any particular item of expenditure to be financed both by the Cohesion 
Fund and the Structural Funds. 
The Cohesion Fund has, since its inception, maintained close contact with DG VII in order 
to ensure a consistent approach to TENs projects and to ensure compliance with the 
requirements of the respective Regulations. In addition to regular inter-departmental 
discussions, all projects submitted for Cohesion Fund assistance are sent to DG VII for 
comment, and all draft decisions relating to the granting of financial assistance are circulated 
for agreement. DG VII, in turn, informs the Cohesion Fund of all applications received for 
assistance from its budget line and of its proposed programme for spending from this line. 
The Cohesion Fund has also participated in all meetings of the Transport Infrastructure 
Committee, which is the forum for discussion and agreement between the Commission and 
the Member States on the annual programme of projects to be supported from the transport 
budget line. During 1995 this Committee was reconstituted in accordance with the TENs 
Regulation and is now known as the "TENs Committee on Financial Aid - Transport Sector". 
At its first meeting, in October 1995, it gave its approval to the Commission's proposal for 
granting assistance to 92 transport infrastructure projects and studies from the 1995 budget, 
including several projects located in the cohesion countries. 
The different scale of the resources available to the Cohesion Fund as compared with those 
of the TENs Financial Regulation is well illustrated by the fact that the latter's budget for 
TENs transport projects throughout the Union was ECU 240 million in 1995, whereas the 
Cohesion Fund's total commitments to TENs projects in the four cohesion countries was 
ECU 1.1 billion. 
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4.7.3 LIFE programme 
The general objective of LIFE (financial instrument for the environment) is to contribute to 
the development and implementation of policy and legislation on the environment by financing 
measures for nature conservation and the environment. 
To avoid the risk of double financing certain measures, the Cohesion Fund regularly attended 
meetings of the LIFE Management Committee in 1995, thereby ensuring that no project 
financed by that Programme had been submitted to the Cohesion Fund. During the year, a 
proposal for a LIFE II regulation was sent to the Council. 
4.7.4 European Investment Bank 
Since the EIB sometimes provides substantial assistance to the cohesion countries, particularly 
Spain and Portugal, to finance projects in areas similar to those assisted by the cohesion 
financial instrument, a special system was set up to exchange information between the 
Commission and the Bank on applications for assistance submitted by the Member States. 
As part of the process of cooperation with the EIB, it was decided to send it regular lists of 
all projects presented to the Cohesion Fund. Where part-financing by the EIB is planned, the 
whole dossier is sent to the Bank. In addition, regular meetings have been held to identify 
problems which could arise in the case of specific projects. For its part the EIB, following the 
normal procedures, consults the Commission, including the Cohesion Fund, when it receives 
an application for a loan. 
These regular exchanges of information both ensure that the EIB's loan ceilings are not 
exceeded and ensure a correct mixture of grants and loans to projects which are being part-
financed. 
4.7.5 EEA financial mechanism 
Set up under the agreement on the European Economic Area (EEA)12, this financial 
mechanism closely parallels the Cohesion Fund in its scope and geographical coverage, 
although it is considerably smaller in terms of resources. The mechanism is financed by 
EFTA member countries of the EEA (Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein) and the Community 
budget, which replaced the contribution by Austria, Sweden and Finland following their 
accession on 1 January 1995. The mechanism is managed on their behalf by the EIB. 
Assistance frorn the mechanism is available for eligible schemes which promote economic and 
social cohesion in Portugal, Greece, the Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland and the 
Objective 1 regions of Spain. 
Article 116 of the EEA agreement and Protocol 38 
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The EEA financial mechanism runs for a period of five years (1994-99) and can provide direct 
grants and interest rebates on loans. Priority is given to projects which place particular 
emphasis on the environment, transport (including transport infrastructure) and education and 
training. Both public and privately financed projects are eligible, with preference among the 
latter given to those promoted by small and medium-sized firms. The mechanism's budget 
amounts to ECU 500 million in the form of grants, and interest rebates on EIB loans of up 
to ECU 1.5 billion. 
The EEA financial mechanism clearly represents a potential source of overlap with the 
Cohesion Fund given its sectoral and geographical coverage. In geographical terms the main 
differences are that the mechanism applies in Northern Ireland, whereas it does not apply in 
the non-Objective 1 areas of Spain. In sectoral terms, the EEA mechanism has a wider 
coverage, but it can also finance transport infrastructure projects and environmental projects 
similar to those assisted by the Cohesion Fund. 
In practice, however, the small size of the mechanism limits the risks of overlap. Moreover, 
the arrangements which have been put in place for its management by the EIB are intended 
specifically to ensure that projects supported are compatible with other Community policies 
and are consistent with other financial instruments. The Cohesion Fund has an agreement with 
the EIB for the exchange of information on projects submitted for assistance, as well as for 
providing advice on projects proposed to be part-financed by means of loans and grants. The 
Cohesion Fund is thus informed of any project submitted to the EIB in the context of the EEA 
mechanism which might also be proposed for Cohesion Fund finance. 
In 1995 only one project - the Neo Ikonion port project in Piraeus, Greece - benefited from 
both Cohesion Fund finance and the EEA financial mechanism as part of a total loan and grant 
package. 
4.8 THE ROLE OF THE EIB IN PROJECT EVALUATION 
4.8.1 Continuing institutionalized cooperation 
The cooperation agreement signed on 23 September 1993 under the cohesion financial 
instrument was carried over to the Cohesion Fund by the Commission and the EIB. A new 
framework agreement for this purpose was signed on 15 December 1994 and will last for the 
lifetime of the Cohesion Fund Regulation (until 1999). 
This framework agreement continues the principles of cooperation laid down when the CFI 
was set up: on-going exchanges of information, regular meetings with the EIB, use of EIB 
expert studies to assess projects for which the promoter or the national authorities have 
requested part-finance from the EIB and the Cohesion Fund and the possibility of assessing 
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projects in respect of which no application for assistance from the Cohesion Fund has been 
submitted. 
More than two years of operation have demonstrated the importance and quality of this 
cooperation which is essential to the Cohesion Fund in its evaluation of operations and its 
work on determining the best combination of sources of finance (grants and loans). 
4.8.2 The results of cooperation in 1995 
In 1995, the EIB evaluated 36 projects of which four were to receive part-finance from the 
EIB and the Cohesion Fund. A further 28 projects were sent to the EIB for a preliminary 
opinion. The EIB undertook an in-depth evaluation of four projects involving an on-the-spot 
inspection with the authorities responsible. 
Of the 36 projects assessed, 16 concerned measures in the transport sector, mainly port, 
airport and rail infrastructure. In the environment sector, 20 projects were evaluated. They 
were concerned with water supply, waste-water treatment and urban waste. Most of the 
projects evaluated by the EIB are large-scale projects which therefore account for a large part 
of the Cohesion Fund appropriations. 
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CHAPTER 5 
MONITORING AND INSPECTION 
5.1 MONITORING COMMITTEES 
The Monitoring Committees met on average two or three times during 1995 in each 
beneficiary Member State to review the work of the Cohesion Fund. They were able to clarify 
and resolve a large number of questions relating to project management. However, it should 
be noted that, as a rule, there was some delay in sending the Commission the monitoring 
records for projects discussed at these meetings and they were sometimes incomplete. 
Naturally, the Cohesion Fund has drawn the attention of the appropriate authorities to this 
situation and asked them to take remedial action. 
The Monitoring Committees met as follows: 
5.1.1 Spain 
Two meetings of the Monitoring Committee were held in Madrid, on 16 March and 10 
October 1995. 
They were chaired by the Director-General for Planning and attended by the Ministry of 
Public Works, Transport and the Environment (MOPTMA) and bodies such as IRYDA, 
ICOMA, MINER and AENA. The Commission delegation, led by the Director of the 
Cohesion Fund, comprised the Head of Unit responsible for projects in Spain under the 
Cohesion Fund, representatives of DG XI (Environment, nuclear safety and civil protection), 
DG XVI-E (Regional Policy and Cohesion), DG XX (Financial Control) and the EIB and a 
Member of the Office of the Representative of the European Union in Spain. 
Third meeting of the Monitoring Committee (16 March): 
This meeting considered certain matters concerning the procedures for awarding public 
contracts, such as the adoption of appropriate measures to correct situations which did not 
comply with the relevant directives, and the steps which the Spanish authorities intended to 
take to avoid cjouble financing by different Structural Funds. 
The discussion also clarified the procedure for the recovery of any appropriations decommitted 
from projects whose final cost was lower than expected. 
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Implementation of projects at 31 December 1995 was reviewed. The Commission regarded 
the level of implementation of the projects and progress since the last meeting of the 
Committee as generally satisfactory, particularly in view of the large number of new projects 
which had been approved in November and December 1994. 
Three transport projects were closed in terms of both works and finance: these were Nos 
93/11/65/020 the axle-gauge change-over point at Majarabique; 93/11/65/031 access to El 
Hierro airport; and 93/11/65/032 Tenerife Norte airport. 
The question of whether the Autonomous Communities and local administrations should 
participate in the management of their own projects or those with which they are directly 
concerned was discussed. It was agreed that the Spanish authorities should prepare a specific 
set of rules but that participation by these administrations in the Monitoring Committees would 
be governed by bilateral negotiations between central government and the Autonomous 
Communities and local administrations. 
Fourth meeting of the Monitoring Committee (10 October) 
The Commission's Director-General for Regional Policy and Cohesion opened the meeting by 
stressing the importance of better project-management, improved justification for measures 
and how to improve the added value of what the Commission was doing. 
The draft record of the previous meeting was approved and it was agreed that amendments 
to drafts could be tabled at meetings of the Monitoring Committee although the date for 
eligibility of expenditure was the date on which the Spanish authorities sent the Cohesion Fund 
a written request for an amendment. 
It was also decided that regional authorities, the Autonomous Communities and local 
administrations should participate in the management of projects under the responsibility of 
those administrations and of projects in which they were directly concerned. Monitoring sub-
Committees for the Autonomous Communities and local authorities could be proposed to deal 
with the future development of these projects, their number and complexity. 
Implementation of each of the projects at 30 June 1995 was reviewed. The Commission raised 
the problem created by the delay in carrying out projects concerned with the environment and 
transport. The original plans for many projects had been amended with regard to the eligible 
cost, the schedule or the financing plan. On a certain number of projects, mainly in the 
transport sector, the accounts had been closed. 
The Commission made the following comments on the various matters relating to the 
examination, monitoring and management of projects: 
new applications for assistance: ensure that the forms are correctly completed; 
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physical indicators: these should be similar for each type of project and fixed before the 
decision is adopted; 
grouped physical indicators: they should be presented by project when the application 
for payment is made; 
monitoring reports: a report for a group of projects must be broken down by individual 
project; 
opening ceremonies: the Commission should be associated with any significant 
ceremonies concerning projects financed, as laid down in Regulation (EC) No 1164/94. 
The next meeting of the Monitoring Committee was scheduled for the last week in April 1996. 
5.1.2 Portugal 
As the Commission wished, monitoring work was stepped up in 1995. The Monitoring 
Committee met three times during the year, on 13 March and 17 July 1995 and on 26 January 
1996. These meetings were held under the Committee's Rules of Procedure adopted at its 
second meeting, on 30 June 1994. 
These meetings, which are the basic instrument for the effective management of the Fund, 
provided an opportunity for: 
all those concerned at national and Community level to exchange information about the 
management of the Fund; 
the clarification and adjustment of the interpretation of certain rules for the 
implementation of the Fund; 
the analysis of assistance in the various sectors; 
the analysis of implementation of each project and the search for solutions to any 
difficulties encountered, most of which concern compliance with the date of completion, 
the financing plan and the physical definition of the projects; 
the analysis of applications to be submitted in the future from the point of view in 
particular of a balanced allocation of resources between the environment and transport. 
In view of the size of project 94/10/65/005 - the new crossing of the Tagus at Lisbon - the 
Commission decided to set up a specific Monitoring Committee with its own Rules of 
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Procedure.13 This Monitoring Committee met twice during 1995, on 18 July and 26 October 
1995. 
At these meetings the Rules of Procedure were adopted and the physical indicators brought 
into line with the Commission's requirements so that it could assess the actual progress being 
made with the project. This meant that the non-automatic part of the commitment instalment 
for 1995 could be released. 
On these occasions, the Commission stated that it was paying very close attention to the 
environmental implications of the projet and stressed to the bodies concerned, the CAO 
(Comissâo de Acompanhamento da Obra - Monitoring Committee) and the CEMA (Centro 
de Estudos e Monitorizaçâo - Centre for studies and monitoring) the importance of ensuring 
that the environmental clauses in the Decision granting assistance were complied with to the 
letter. 
The various construction sites were visited during the mission of 26 October. 
5.1.3 Greece 
The Monitoring Committee for Cohesion Fund projects met four times in 1995, in March, 
July and October (transport) and November (environment). From the autumn onwards, the 
Monitoring Committee for Cohesion Fund projects was divided into two parts meeting 
separately, one for transport projects and the other for environment projects. 
This Committee, chaired by the Secretary-General of the Ministry for Economic Affairs, 
comprises the Secretaries-General of the other seven Ministries concerned with assistance from 
the Cohesion Fund, representatives of the Commission (the Cohesion Fund and the other 
Directorates and Directorates-General involved), the EIB, the Greek Ministries, the 
associations of local councils and the mayors in their capacity as persons responsible for the 
project. 
The Rules of Procedure of the Cohesion Fund Monitoring Committee were amended to enable 
representatives of the regional and local authorities (two places) and a representative of the 
social partners to attend. 
The Committee considered the summary tables for each Decision and project and reports on 
each project. The Commission paid particular attention to compliance with Community 
policies. In the case of major projects, the Cohesion Fund is implementing the horizontal 
guidelines on public procurement agreed between the Greek authorities and the Commission, 
a check on major price cuts by promoters and no unjustified increases in the total initial cost. 
13 Decision C(94) 3905 of 21 December 1994 
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As far as environmental policy is concerned, the Greek authorities are lenient in the issuing 
of environmental authorizations. The Commission has had to deal with a number of 
complaints. In any case, the Cohesion Fund requires compliance with Community policy in 
this field and makes this a condition for the granting of financial assistance. It has suspended 
payments in specific cases. 
Physical and financial implementation of environmental projects in 1995 was satisfactory, 
averaging 72% in November. Average implementation of small environmental projects (stages 
of projects) was 95 % in November and in a large number of cases the first stages have been 
completed. 
However, in the case of transport, implementation is not yet progressing at the desired rate. 
The data presented to the latest Monitoring Committee meeting, in October, give a figure of 
33%. Since a large number of contracts for roads were unfrozen and awarded at the end of 
the year, the Cohesion Fund hopes that implementation will improve in the future. However, 
payments for Pathé and for rail projects, where no project manager has yet been appointed, 
are still blocked. 
The specific Monitoring Committee for the Evinos project met three times during 1995, in 
February, July» and October. 
The Cohesion Fund subjected this project to an expert study and physical, financial and 
technical monitoring. An advisory and coordinating Council of international experts was set 
up to assist in choices and ensure that work on the project continued. Implementation is 
proceeding normally (100% of the tunnel, over 60% of the dam). Emergency measures, i.e. 
the technical dam, have been constructed, which meant that water could be supplied to Athens 
from spring 1995. 
5.1.4 Ireland 
The Monitoring Committee in Ireland met twice in 1995, on 23 February and on 25 July. 
The representation on the Committee remained the same as that agreed in 1994, i.e. the 
Cohesion Fund and other Directorates or Directorates-General concerned and representatives 
of the Irish Government departments responsible for the economic sectors receiving assistance 
from the Cohesion Fund, with the Department of Finance providing the chairman and 
secretariat. The EIB had been invited to attend both meetings but was unable to send a 
representative on either occasion. 
The information available to the Committee was much improved compared to that available 
for the initial meetings in 1994 and the work of the Committee was much more productive and 
successful. Progress with the projects is generally satisfactory although the Commission did 
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indicate its concern about the rescheduling of expenditure on many projects into later years. 
Each meeting also revealed the need to make a substantial number of modifications to 
projects, especially to the forecast completion dates. 
It had been intended to hold three Monitoring Committee meetings in 1995, in line with the 
Commission's wish to strengthen the monitoring function by holding three meetings each year 
instead of two as had been the case previously. The Irish authorities had agreed in principle 
to this arrangement. However, the third meeting of the year planned for 12 December was 
postponed until early 1996 at the request of the Department of Finance, which cited pressure 
of other work. 
The Commission requested at the meeting on 25 July that the agencies directly responsible for 
the implementation of projects (the local authorities in most cases) should be represented at 
future meetings. At the end of 1995, the Irish authorities were considering what practical 
arrangements should be put in place to meet the Commission's request. 
5.2 COMMISSION INSPECTION MISSIONS 
Acting under Article 12 of Council Regulation (EC) No 1164/94, the Commission took a 
number of steps to check that the declarations by the Member States in support of their 
applications for assistance were fully justified and that the administrative and accounting 
documents relating to projects which had received financial assistance from the Cohesion Fund 
actually existed. 
The inspection missions undertaken by the Commission in 1995 to monitor the management 
and sound implementation of the projects approved are summarized below: 
5.2.1 Spain 
Missions by Directorate XVI-E 
From 3 to 7 April 1995, inspection of projects: 
93/11/65/006: N-340 Adra bypass 
93/11/65/016: N-234 Gilet-Soneja section 
93/11/61/081: water supply, Aramo Tunnel 
93/11/61/091 to /096: PITMA 
091: reduction and waste-water treatment 
092: removal of banks 
093: management of industrial waste 
094: management of used oil 
095 : recovery of water used to flush containers and clean holds and ballast water for ships 
096: recovery of soil 
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93/11/65/024: Madrid-Valencia railway line, Fuente la Higuera-Jâtiva section 
93/11/61/001: drainage and treatment of water in San Sebastian 
93/11/61/021: checking erosion by the Tagus 
Missions bv Directorate XX-A 
From 13 to 17 February 1995 and from 4 to 11 October 1995, inspection of projects : 
93/11/65/002: Rîas Bajas expressway 
93/11/65/018: Trinidad-Montgat motorway 
93/11/61/097: development and exploitation of woodlands 
5.2.2 Portugal 
Missions bv Directorate XVI-E 
14 March 1995, inspection of project: 
93/10/65/025: IC17 CRIL, Algés-Buraca section 
13 and 14 July 1995, inspection of projects: 
93/10/65/001: modernization of the North Portugal railway line 
93/10/65/010 and 93/10/65/031: modernization of the Beira-Alta railway line 
Missions by Directorate XX-A 
From 29 May to 2 June 1995, inspection of projects: 
93/10/65/011: CREL - Lisbon outer ring road 
93/10/61/001: Lisbon water supply network 
93/10/61/012: supply improvements at Castelo do Bode 
5.2.3 Greece 
Missions bv Directorate XVI-E 
21 and 22 December 1994: 
inspection of project 93/09/65/004: construction of port at Igoumenitsa 
12 and 13 July 1995: 
inspection of projet 93/09/61/063: water supply and sewerage for Mytilene 
16 and 17 August 1995: 
inspection of project 93/09/61/008: protection and refurbishment of the spring of Livadia 
Missions bv Directorate XX-A 
From 23 to 27 October 1995, inspection of projets : 
93/09/65/009: doubling of the Evagelismos-Leptokarya railway line 
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93/09/65/006: expansion of the Paleofarsalos-Kalambaka railway line 
93/09/65/005: bypass on the Piraeus-Pezama road 
93/09/61/070: Goulandris natural history centre 
94/09/15/001: technical assistance 
95/09/65/034: rail link between Piraeus port and Thriassio 
94/09/65/004: electrification of the Piraeus-Athens-Thessaloniki railway line 
5.2.4 Ireland 
Missions by Directorate XVI-E 
From 5 to 8 September 1995, inspection of projects : 
93/07/61/011: Clara and Raheenmore marsh 
93/07/61/031: waste drainage Wexford 
93/07/61/039: Ballymount waste network 
93/07/65/012: Belview port through rail line 
Technical verification missions carried out with the assistance of scientific consultants. 
Specific missions for the technical assessment of projects and/or the progress of works were 
entrusted to consultants selected for that purpose through technical assistance as provided for 
in the Regulation. 
5.3 ROLE OF THE EIB 
The Regulation makes specific provision for the EIB to be involved with the monitoring of 
Cohesion Fund projects, where it states that the European Investment Bank is to be 
represented on the Monitoring Committees to be set up in each beneficiary Member State. The 
EIB has in fact taken part in the work of these Committees. 
The Bank is also invited to participate in the specific Monitoring Committees which have been 
or will be set up to monitor major projects. Such participation is of particular importance in 
the case of those major projects to which it has made loans. 
In addition to the cooperation provided for in the Regulation, the EIB, which has its own 
procedures for monitoring the projects which it finances, provides technical support for the 
Commission in the case of projects where it has already financed part of the expenditure and 
for which the ^Member State has requested a Cohesion Fund grant in addition to the loan. 
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5.4 FRAUD AND IRREGULARITIES 
Article 12 of Council Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 requires the beneficiary Member States 
to take the necessary measures to prevent irregularities and take action against them. In 
addition, they are required to recover any amounts lost as a result of irregularity or 
negligence. As a general rule, Member States are also liable for reimbursement of any sums 
unduly paid. 
Member States are also bound to inform the Commission of measures taken for the purpose 
of control and fraud prevention and in particular about the management and control systems 
established and they are to make available to the Commission any appropriate national control 
reports. Through Regulation (EC) No 1831/94, the Commission issued detailed implementing 
provisions concerning the obligations of beneficiary Member States in connection with finance 
from the Cohesion Fund. These rules concern, in particular, the organization of an 
information system on irregularities. To encourage Member States to act, the Commission 
may make a contribution to legal costs incurred by a Member State arising directly out of 
judicial proceedings relating to the recovery of sums wrongly paid. 
In 1995, the Commission received no reports of fraud or irregularity in connection with 
projects approved under Council Regulation (EC) No 1164/94. However, Commission on-the-
spot inspections did detect some irregularities and administrative problems. The Commission 
is not yet entirely convinced that Member States have fully grasped the importance of their 
responsibilities under these rules. The Commission has therefore started to organize 
information seminars in order to increase awareness within administrations and to exchange 
experiences and will continue this information campaign. 
5.5 LEGAL PROCEEDINGS IN PROGRESS 
In the context of fraud, the Commission is not aware of any legal proceedings in progress in 
connection with Regulation (EC) No 1831/94 concerning irregularities and recovery of sums 
wrongly paid in connection with the financing of the Cohesion Fund. 
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CHAPTER 6 
INTER-INSTITUTIONAL DIALOGUE. 
INFORMATION AND PUBLICITY 
6.1 INFORMATION TO THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT, THE ECONOMIC AND 
SOCIAL COMMITTEE AND THE COMMITTEE OF THE REGIONS 
Under the first subparagraph of Article 14(1) of Council Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 
establishing a Cohesion Fund, the Commission presents an annual report on the activities of 
the Fund, for examination and opinion, to the European Parliament, the Economic and Social 
Committee and the Committee of the Regions 
6.1.1 European Parliament 
The European Parliament adopted two resolutions, one on 29 June 1995 on the 1993/94 annual 
report on the cohesion financial instrument (COM(95) 1), the other on 5 March 1996 on the 
supplementary annual report (COM(95) 222) on the part of 1994 not covered by the report 
on the financial instrument. 
On these occasions, Parliament expressed its satisfaction with regard to implementation of 
both the financial instrument and the Cohesion Fund since they were set up. It welcomed in 
particular the absence of any irregularity or fraud, the sound implementation of the budget, 
the participation of the European Investment Bank in the evaluation and monitoring of 
projects, the priorities given to water and waste in the environment sector and the more 
balanced breakdown between transport and the environment achieved in 1994. 
It did, however, raise a number of points concerning the selection of projects, monitoring and 
inspection and evaluation. 
Selection of projects: 
Projects in the Objective 1 regions of Spain: see section 4.7.1 of this report. 
Balance between transport and the environment: the Commission is seeking to reduce the 
imbalance which arose during the first year of operation of the CFI. It sent a letter on those 
lines to all the cohesion countries and a better balance between the two sectors was achieved 
in the second half of 1994. 
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The Commission also drew the attention of the Member States to the excessive share granted 
to road transport. In June 1995 the Cohesion Fund organized a 'Rail Day' to promote rail 
transport, which is under-represented among the projects. This was attended by industrialists 
and rail companies in the beneficiary Member States. (See section 4.4 of this report). 
Soil erosion and desertification: the Commission is well aware of the serious problems posed 
by soil erosion and desertification and water management is accordingly one of its priorities. 
A number of studies have been financed, particularly with regard to water resources on the 
Iberian Peninsula. 
Most remote regions: the Commission is willing to finance projects submitted by the cohesion 
countries and located in such areas provided they meet the priority criteria of the trans-
European networks or fall within the Fifth Programme on the Environment. It has also 
financed such projects in both the transport and the environment sectors in Madeira and the 
Canary Islands. 
Monitoring and inspection 
The Monitoring Committees managed to meet more frequently, two or three times, in 1995 
and specific Monitoring Committees were established for major projects. Regular inspections 
were carried out in all the cohesion countries. (See sections 5.1 and 5.2 of this Report). 
In order to check on the use made of the resources of the Fund, the Commission and the 
Member States have established a system to monitor progress of each project in terms of 
physical and financial indicators. The data are considered at meetings of the Monitoring 
Committees and taken into account when payments are made to the Member State. 
Each project is subjected to a prior appraisal to assess its economic rationale and its 
consistency with Community rules and policies. In doing this, the Commission is assisted by 
expert studies carried out by its own staff and that of the EIB. The utilization of funds is 
checked by the Monitoring Committees and during on-the-spot visits. 
Evaluation of projects 
As far as the evaluation of the impact of the projects on the environment (Directive 
85/337/EEC) is concerned, the Commission systematically checks on compliance with these 
provisions and examines the information provided by the Member States. It also undertakes 
targeted checks (see section 4.3 of this Report). 
It also checks on the viability of projects and their ability to generate revenue. The London 
School of Economics was asked to undertake a study on the socio-economic impact of projects 
and a restricted call for tenders was published to commission a study of the polluter-pays 
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principle. (For the socio-economic impact of Cohesion Fund projects see section 4.6 of this 
Report). 
6.2.2 Economic and Social Committee and Committee of the Regions 
On 20 December 1995, the Economic and Social Committee gave its opinion on the 1993/94 
annual report on the cohesion financial instrument and on the supplementary annual report for 
1994 on the Cohesion Fund. The Committee of the Regions gave its opinion on the 1993/94 
report on the cohesion financial instrument on 21 September 1995. 
A large number of the points raised by Members of the European Parliament such as those 
mentioned in the previous section were also raised by these two bodies. 
In addition, the members of the Economic and Social Committee and the Committee of the 
Regions commented on the choice of projects, the amounts allocated to preparatory studies 
and technical assistance and consultation of the local and regional authorities and the social 
partners. 
Selection of projects 
One of the main criteria for the selection of projects is that they should have a significant 
impact. In particular, the Cohesion Fund is perfectly willing to finance smaller-scale projects 
which have a significant impact provided they fall within the scope of its Regulation, which 
stipulates that projects should normally cost a minimum of ECU 10 million. 
The Cohesion Fund has not formally calculated the number of applications for non selected 
projects. The time required to consider applications means that statistics of this type would 
be of dubious utility. However, the main reasons why finance for projects has been refused 
are ineligible expenditure, failure to comply with Community rules on public procurement and 
the failure of projects to comply with the Community Directives on the environment. 
Preparatory studies and technical assistance 
Although amounts under this heading are still modest, they were three times greater in 1995 
than in 1994. The Commission also made use of in-house expertise, which does not show up 
in the figures. 
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Consultation of the social and economic partners 
Account has been taken of the comments by the members of the Economic and Social 
Committee and the Committee of the Regions concerning consultation of the social and 
economic partners As the Commission required, the four cohesion countries have included 
representatives of the local authorities and regions on the Monitoring Committees. Against this 
background, the Cohesion Fund organized hearings for those concerned to gather their 
suggestions and points of view so that these could be better taken into account. The 
Commission considers that a decision on the association of national Economic and Social 
Committees with the definition of national priorities is a matter for each Member State. 
6.2 INFORMATION TO THE MEMBER STATES 
The third subparagraph of Article 14(1) of Regulation (CE) No 1164/94 establishing a 
Cohesion Fund provides for the Member States to be informed of the activities of the Fund. 
Following the Commission's political commitments, the Cohesion Fund has organized twice-
yearly information meetings for the Member States. Meetings were held on 7 June and 8 
December 1995 to provide the Member States with factual information. 
6.3 INFORMATION TO THE SOCIAL PARTNERS 
Two meetings were also organized for the social partners (CES, CEEP, EUROCHAMBRES 
and UNICE), on 17 February and 12 October 1995, to keep them informed about the work 
of the Cohesion Fund, the projects selected, the breakdown between transport infrastructure 
and the environment and to provide a broad overview of work on Cohesion Fund projects. 
6.4 INFORMATION MEETINGS FOR INTERESTED PARTIES 
6.4.1 Hearing for interested parties 
At the initiative of the Commissioner for regional policies, Mrs Wulf-Mathies, the 
Commission held a hearing for interested parties designed to improve the efficiency of 
implementation of the Cohesion Fund and make its management more transparent. 
The 1993/94 annual report on the cohesion financial instrument, which was available for that 
hearing, was circulated widely so that citizens and interested parties could be better informed 
about the work of the Cohesion Fund and to encourage discussions about the policy being 
followed. Fewer of those involved at regional and local attended than had been expected. The 
Cohesion Fund has considered the views expressed and incorporated relevant remarks into its 
management. 
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6.4.2 Rail day 
In order to promote projects in the rail sector, on 26 June 1995 the Cohesion Fund organized 
a 'Rail day' in Brussels which was attended by representatives of the railway companies in 
the cohesion countries, industry and organizations representing the sector and the Commission. 
During that meeting, the four rail companies were able to present their short and medium-term 
investment plans and define their priorities for new installations, fixed equipment and rolling 
stock. Amongst other topics, there were wide-ranging and interesting discussions on the 
problems of access to the Iberian Peninsula, where the rail gauge is different from elsewhere 
in Europe, and high-speed trains. 
6.4.3 Other information meetings 
Information measures organized by the Cohesion Fund are of two types: those organized on 
its own initiative with the assistance of Commission delegations and offices and those 
organized by other bodies. 
The programme is essentially the same, a two-hour presentation and explanation using a 
variety of audio-visual material, followed or preceded by a press conference. Documentation 
on the Cohesion Fund, the reasons for its establishment, its method of operation and the 
projects financed is also made available to those attending. A particular effort has been made 
to provide information within the Commission and to the other institutions of the European 
Union. 
The following meetings were held in 1995: 
Seville, 14 March 1995 
A seminar on the Funds of the European Union: the Structural Funds and the Cohesion Fund 
for those in business and government was organized by the department of economics and 
finance in the regional government of Andalusia. It was attended by about 70 people. 
Brussels, 23 March 1995 
A conference on business opportunities in the European Union budget for 1995 was organized 
by the Société Générale de Développement as part of Eurobudget 95. A presentation on the 
Cohesion Fund was made to some 150 representatives of industry and business and to civil 
servants from the Member States. 
Thuin, 24 March 1995 
As part of a course on the European institutions, Thuin state high school organized a 
conference on changes in the European institutions: a concrete example of implementation of 
the Treaty of Maastricht using the Cohesion Fund to illustrate the point to an audience of 
some 40 secondary school pupils. 
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Brussels, 28 March 1995 
At the European summit of local authorities held in Brussels from 27 to 29 March 1995 as 
part of the Directoria event, DG XVI (Regional Policy and Cohesion) organized a presentation 
of the Cohesion Fund for an audience of about 125 representatives of regional and local 
authorities and the countries of central and eastern Europe. 
Paris, 5 April 1995 
The SNBATI (Syndicat National du Béton Armé, des Techniques Industrialisées et de 
l'Entreprise générale - national federation for reinforced concrete, industrialized techniques 
and general business), in cooperation with Entreprises Equipement - France, organized a study 
and information day on the Cohesion Fund and the participation of firms in European public 
procurement for some 40 members of the Syndicat du Bâtiment (building federation). The day 
was held in conjunction with the Fédération Parisienne du Bâtiment (Paris building 
federation). 
Athens, 8 May 1995 
The Office of Greek Chambers of Commerce and Industry to the European Union, in 
cooperation with the Piraeus Chamber of Commerce and Industry, organized an information 
seminar on the Cohesion Fund for Greek industrialists. 150 people, members and 
representatives of the Ministries concerned took part. 
Vienna, 6 June 1995 
In the context of European integration and commercial policy, the Austrian Federal Chamber 
of Commerce presented the Cohesion Fund to about 100 people from the business community, 
ministries and Austrian firms. Particular stress was laid on the favourable economic impact 
on the industries of the Member States of access to public contracts in the cohesion countries. 
Brussels, 23 June 1995 
As part of the information activities organized by DG X (Information, Communication, 
Culture and Audiovisual Media) and the Commission's press and information offices in the 
Member States, an information session on the Cohesion Fund was held for some 25 mayors, 
journalists and consultants from Portugal. 
London, 11 July 1995 
The "Waterfront Conference Company" invited the Cohesion Fund to present its work to a 
seminar on European finance for the development of sea ports concerned primarily with 
finance for port infra- and superstructures in the context of policies on public finance. About 
100 representatives of port authorities and other interested groups took part. 
Milan, 15 September 1995 
Confindustria, Lombardy, organized an information seminar on the Cohesion Fund for its 
members and industrial sectors involved. The main theme was the economic benefits which 
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these firms can derive from participation in public tenders in the cohesion countries. About 
30 people attended. 
Barcelona, 3 October 1995 
The Patronat Català pro Europa organized a seminar on the Cohesion Fund for its members 
and all the public administrations in Catalonia likely to benefit from Cohesion Fund finance. 
About 25 people attended. 
Brussels, 27 November 1995 
As part of a conference on the European Union's Structural Funds organized by the European 
policy office of the World Wide Fund for nature, the Cohesion Fund presented its work to 
about 100 experts and others involved in regional development in national, regional and local 
administrations and to representatives of industry, trades union, farmers, social groups and 
consumers. 
6.5 SEMINAR ON FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT 
Barcelona, 2 and 3 October 1995 - A training measure for financial managers and controllers 
concerned with projects financed by the Cohesion Fund in Spain was organized in cooperation 
with the UCLAF (Unité de Coordination de la Lutte Anti-Fraude - anti-fraud unit) in the 
Secretariat-General and attended by 150 people from various Ministries including Economics 
and Finance, Public Works, Transport and the Environment (MOPTMA), Agriculture, the 
Treasury and Home Affairs. In addition 17 Autonomous Communities and Municipalities with 
over 500 000 inhabitants took part. 
6.6 PUBLICITY AT THE INITIATIVE OF THE COMMISSION 
6.6.1 Publication of decisions 
The main points of all the projects adopted are published in all the language versions in the 
Official Journal of the European Communities, as required by the Fund Regulation. The main 
points of each project are in Annex I to this Report. 
6.6.2 Media coverage 
The Cohesion Fund, in cooperation with the Spanish Government, the regional government 
of Catalonia and the Barcelona city council, organized substantial press and television 
coverage of an inspection and monitoring visit to the Ciutat Vella of Barcelona on 4 October 
1995. This project is of great interest and is a model of its kind because of the application of 
the principles of economic and social cohesion and the safeguarding of the urban environment. 
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This visit was mentioned five times on that day's television news, on channels TV2 Barcelona, 
TV3 Catalonia and TV4. A documentary on this large project was the subject of a 15-minute 
programme, "Giravolt", on TV2. An interview with the Director of the Cohesion Fund and 
the Catalan Minister for the Environment was also broadcast on the programme "El Medi 
Ambent" on the Cohesion Fund on TV3. 
The newspaper "La Vanguardia" devoted half a page to the Cohesion Fund in its economics 
section on Sunday 8 October 1995 and some eight press cuttings from local papers reported 
and commented on the visit. 
In addition, a press conference was organized in Madrid on 10 October 1995 to mark the 
fourth.meeting of the Monitoring Committee, after which a communiqué was circulated to 
those concerned by the Commission's Press and Information Office in Spain. 
A video for the general public on projects financed in Spain was also made. 
In addition to these specific media measures, the following have been published: 
press communiqués when groups of projects are adopted; 
a general communiqué reviewing the year. 
6.6.3 Annual report on the cohesion financial instrument and the Cohesion Fund 1993/94 
This report has been widely distributed and may be obtained from the documentation centre 
of the Directorate-General for Regional Policy and Cohesion or from the Cohesion Fund 
Directorate. 
6.7 MEASURES TAKEN BY THE MEMBER STATES 
6.7.1 General 
The Member States are required to take publicity measures relating to projects financed by 
the Cohesion Fund. These measures are intended to inform citizens of the use made of Union 
funds and to demonstrate their contribution to financing projects which have a substantial 
impact on the economy of the countries concerned. 
6.7.2 Draft Commission decision on publicity measures 
A draft decision based on the one which applies to the Structural Funds is being prepared. 
It will stress the effort required of both the Commission and the Member States to provide 
information and publicity material. As required by Article 14 of the Cohesion Fund 
Regulation, it has been sent to the European Parliament. 
Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 
CHAPTER 6 - Inter-institutional dialogue - Information and publicity 98 
6.7.3 Forms of publicity 
The forms of publicity to be used by the Member States include: 
the provision of display panels of appropriate size making reference to assistance from 
the Cohesion Fund; 
the dissemination of information on the projects financed using audiovisual means; 
the preparation of brochures, leaflets and other sources of information; 
audiovisual measures. 
H ii » M H H H it H it tt M n H H » H tt H H o H ti H H 
Annexes 
Annex I 
Annex II 
Annex III Main points of projects approved in 1995 (published in the Official Journal of 
the European Communities) - list of projects 
Graphs 
Road and rail network maps 
Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 
ANNEX 1 
MAIN POINTS OF THE DECISIONS APPROVED IN 1995 
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Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation 
(EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 
No 95.11.61.001 
1. Name of project: 
Reclamation and restoration of beaches - 1995 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direction General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Direcciôn Gral. de Costas - MOPTMA 
3.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 67 - 28071 Madrid 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Andalusia, Asturias, Baléares, Catalonia, Galicia, Valencia 
5. Description 
Set of nine.operations to halt the current process of beach erosion caused by the 
greenhouse effect and the consequent rise in sea level as well as changes in the 
direction of the waves. 
1. Reclamation of the natural environment of Salinas beach, Castrillôn 
(Asturias). 
The shrinking of the beach has reduced the protection afforded by the dunes 
against the effects of heavy storms. 
Measures: restoration of the beach by depositing 350 000 m3 of sand brought 
up from the sea bed; slightly higher grading than at present so that the beach 
will have reserves of sand. The operation will be carried out along 2 800 m 
of beach, increasing the beach width by 50 m. 
2. Reclamation of the natural environment of several beaches, Gozon-Carreno 
(Asturias) 
The operation concerns six small beaches situated on the rugged Asturian 
coastline. 
Measures: increase in the area of dry beach at high tide and mean tide by 
depositing 150 000 m3 of sand from the sea. The operation will be carried 
out along 1 300 m of coastline, increasing the beach width by an average of 
40 m. 
3. Restoration of the coastal belt of the Peniscola beach, Castellon. 
The operation will be carried out between the port of Benicarîô and the 
isthmus of Peniscola. Its purpose is to correct the existing imbalances and 
improve the beach platform and accessibility. In addition, road traffic will be 
moved back from the shore by rerouting the road. 
Measures: widening of the beach by depositing 1 700 000 m3 of sand from 
the sea. Incorporation of the former road into the beach by building a 
pedestrian esplanade of 3 500 m long. 
4. Environmental rehabilitation of the Magalluf beach, Calvia (Mallorca). 
This beach, situated in the Palma Bay, is being eaten away and losing its 
sand. 
Measures: widening of the beach by depositing 111 000 m3 of sand of a 
suitable grade to restore the dynamic balance of the sedimentary flow of sand 
being washed up and washed away. The operation will be carried out along 
1 035 m of coastline, increasing the beach width by 50 m. 
5. Reclamation of the beaches of the San Antonio Bay (Ibiza) 
This area is gradually deteriorating through human pressure and erosion. 
Measures: restoration of the beach over 1 550 m by depositing 390 000 m3 
of sand of a suitable grade. Construction of two semi-submerged breakwaters 
to stabilize the beaches. The pedestrian access routes will be improved. 
6. Environmental rehabilitation of Camposoto beach, San Fernando (Cadiz) 
Measures: restoration of the beach by depositing 750 000 m3 of sand from 
the nearby sea bed. The following studies will be carried out to this end: a 
bathymétrie survey of the zone of influence of the beach, a morphodynamic 
study of the beach and a study of the marine biosphere. The operation will 
be carried out over 1 500 m. 
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7. Restoration of the Puerto de la Sel va beach, Gerona. 
The area is affected by powerful atmospheric factors from both land and sea 
'and consequently suffers from erosion. 
Measures: restoration of the beach by depositing 80 000 m3 of sand; 
construction of a breakwater 82 m long and 4 m wide. The operation will 
cover 750 m of beach, with a resulting beach width of 80 m. 
8. Restoration of the Arealonga beach, Vicedo (Lugo) 
The beach is subject to intense erosion because much of the dune belt which 
offsets seasonal changes of profile has been destroyed. 
Measures: depositing 300 000 m3 of sand (from the sea bed nearby or from 
the bed of the river Sor, depending on the results of analyses currently 
underway) to restore the cross-section profile of the existing beach before it 
reaches a state of continual erosion. The operation will concern 1 000 m of 
beach. Vegetation will be planted on the dune belt. 
9. Environmental rehabilitation of Pedregalejo beach, Malaga. 
Replacement of the existing infrastructure with another, less obtrusive and 
with reduced environmental impact. 
Measures: demolition of the eight existing breakwaters; construction of 
three semi-submerged breakwaters perpendicular to the coast of around 
200 m in length (only the first 50 m will be above water). Restoration of 
the beach and restoration of its natural original form by depositing 
600 000 m3 of sand. 
6. Objectives 
To combat water abrasion along the coastline: restoration of 17 835 m of 
coastline; 
to regenerate and stabilize coastal ecosystems; 
to rehabilitate coastal areas of natural interest; 
to reestablish the natural dynamics and restore the quality of the coastal 
environment. 
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7. Work schedule 
Category of work 
Main work Commencement 
1.8.1995 Completion 
31.12.1997 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The economic analysis of the projects is based on a 20-year period. The 
internal rate of return for all the projects is 18%. The costs taken into account 
were: initial investment, subsequent investments, net book value of investments 
and maintenance. The benefits taken into account were: advantages to _users 
(beach and seaside leisure, use of paths, parking spaces, rehabilitation of 
natural spaces, use of the seaside esplanade in the case of Peniscola); 
advantages to other economic agents. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
(a) All the measures in question concern the rehabilitation of beaches affected 
by coastal dynamics which have reduced the area of dry beach and even in 
some cases, caused the beach to disappear altogether. The plan is to 
restore the natural conditions of heavily eroded beach coastline. 
There will be some negative effects during the construction phase (noise 
from plant and machinery, contamination of the air caused by earthworks). 
Every effort will be made to mitigate these. 
(b) The wetlands concerned by the project to regenerate the coastal belt of 
Peniscola, situated behind the existing road, must be protected by a 
building ban. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) 
(ECU = Ptas 162.323) 
Total cost: 39 304 349 
Eligible costs (after 7.4.1995): 39 304 349 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 33 408 696 
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Breakdown of the aid bv beach 
1. Salinas beach - Asturias 1 570 941 
2. Gozôn and Carreno beaches - Asturias 785 471 
3. Peniscola beach - Castellôn 22 244 537 
4. Magalluf beach - Baléares 507 938 
5. San Antonio Bay - Baléares 1 570 942 
6. Camposoto beach - Cadiz 1 963 677 
7. Puerto Selva beach - Gerona 471 283 
8. Arealonga beach - Lugo 523 647 
9. Costa Pedregalejo - Malaga 3 770 261 
TOTAL 33 408 696 
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Summary of project 
No 95.11.61.002 
1. Name of project: 
Environmental recovery of the Spanish coastline, 1995 
2. Body responsible for the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planification (MEH) 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Direction Gral. de Costas - MOPTMA 
3.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 67 - 28071 Madrid 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Valencia, Asturias, Catalonia and Galicia. 
5. Description 
Set of 15 projects concerning the environmental protection or recovery of the most 
sensitive stretches of coastline. Some of the projects involve space management 
to prevent intrusion which might cause environmental damage. 
Project 1: Pedestrian path on the Penôn de Ifach (Calpe-Alicante). 
Construction of a pedestrian path 3 m wide and 800 m long to prevent 
uncontrolled traffic. Stabilization of banks and slopes with planting of indigenous 
specie*. Recovery of an area of 2 ha. 
Project 2: Improvement of the coastline in the Cabo de Gâta natural park in 
Almeria. 
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Construction of deterrent parking (300 places) and roadways at a distance from 
the shore (1 500 m of paths) and the facilities needed for ordered and controlled 
use. Area concerned: 5 ha, 58 km of coastline protected. 
Project 3: Improvement of the natural environment of Xagô beach (Gozôn, 
Asturias). 
Recovery of totally degraded dunes in danger of disappearing, covering 
200 000 m2. 
Project 4: Improvement of the coast of Santo Tomâs y San Adeodato. Es Migiorn 
Gran (Menorca, Balearic Islands). 
Establishment of ordered access, marking off the dune area, some 600 m long; 
creation of rest and recreational areas; adjusting the sea shore (700 m long and 
5 m wide) in line with the characteristics of the area. Area concerned: 42 000 m2. 
Project 5: Environmental restoration of the Formentera shoreline (Balearic 
Islands). 
This operation concerns the Illetas, Llevant, Sa Roquera and Migjorn beaches and 
the area of Ses Salinas, as well as the coastal belt of the Espalmador island. Work 
includes regeneration of dunes, laying of paths, deterrent parking and planting of 
indigenous species. 600 000 m2 of dunes will be protected. 
Project 6: Environmental recovery of the tidelands at la Algaida, Sanlûcar de 
Barrameda (Cadiz). 
The project involves improving the canal running through the area from north to 
south; creating a shallow basin in the south-eastern part by restoring banks; 
recovering lagoons to be fed from natural water sources; creating an experimental 
repopulation area; demolishing the central access to the saltworks and creating a 
more discreet access; creating an ecosystem information centre. Recovery of 
2 540 000 m2 of wetlands. 
Project 7: Environmental protection of land bordering on the sea in Chilches, 
Moncôfar, Nules, Torreblanca and Cabanes (Castellôn). 
These operations involve creating a coastal ridge of broken stones to protect and 
stabilize the shore; improving access and restoring a livestock trail; restoring 
Moncôfar beach. 
Project 8: Environmental treatment of the coastal belt of San Pedro Pescador 
(Gerona). 
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Creation of compulsory and deterrent pedestrian routes along 2 710 m of shoreline 
to prevent mass access to the Aiguamolls de I'Emporda Natural Park. Includes a 
bridge (45 m), a viewpoint and observation towers. 
Project 9: Restoration of water circulation in the La Ribera marsh, Ayamonte 
(Huelva). 
The objective is to restore the natural water flow of the tideland by opening the 
bed of the La Ribera marsh, currently cut in two places by embankments which 
will be removed and replaced by more permeable structures which will allow the 
water in the tidelands to circulate freely. 
Project 10: Environmental regeneration of Patin, Baleo and Meiras beaches, 
Valdovino (La Coruna). 
The measures for Patin beach are: removal of the current road separating the 
tidelands from the beach and construction of a wooden structure to enable 
pedestrians to cross from one side to the other; construction of two deterrent 
car parks and two wooden walkways to cross the river and creation of an area 
outside the tideland for services and amenities. 
The measures for Baleo beach are: moving the road inland, converting the old 
road into green areas and building a deterrent car park. 
The measures for Meiras beach are: demolition of an old building on the 
beach and improvement of pedestrian access; regeneration of existing 
vegetation. 
Project 11: Environmental recovery of the Ribera de Haciadama, Culleredo (La 
Coruna). 
The measures involve: creating pedestrian access points to the coast; creating a 
green area with a pedestrian path and cycle track; restoring two lagoons. 
Project 12: Rehabilitation of the coastal belt at Sta. Cristina, Oleiros (La Coruna). 
The objective is to regenerate the beach and its zone of influence: demolition of 
buildings which should not have been built on the beach; planting and restoration 
of vegetation in the zone of influence; improvement of access. 
Project 13: Regeneration of the Alba tidelands (Pontevedra). 
Clean-up of the tidelands and their borders, marking off the area using light­
weight materials and a pedestrian path; installation of wooden walkways with 
hides for observing the flora and fauna. 
Project 14: Improvement of the reedbed in the Lagares river, Vigo (Pontevedra). 
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Manual clean-up of about 24 000 m2 of the lagoon: construction of a peripheral 
path (2 000 m) and wooden bridge with a hide for observing flora and fauna; 
demolition of the walls of an old saltworks. 
Project 15: Integral restoration of the coastal belt at Devesa del Saler (Valencia). 
Part of the Albufera natural park, the aim of the project is to restore the dune belt 
by demolishing the existing seaside promenade and neighbouring buildings; fixing 
the dune belt by planting indigenous species; building a pedestrian path and 
bicycle track behind the dune belt; creating three service areas set back from the 
coast; restoring around 3 000 m of beach by depositing 120 000 m3 of sand. 
6. Aims 
Recovery of: - 1 158 300 m2 of dunes, 
2 864 000 m2 of marine systems, 
926 000 m2 of other natural areas, 
species and vegetation indigenous to the area, 
natural dynamics of the sea shore. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement I Completion 
Main work 1.9.1995 ~T 31.12.1997 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
The economic analysis assumes a period of 20 years. The internal rate of return 
varies according to the project, with an average of 10.3%. 
The costs taken into account were: initial investment, replacement of investments, 
net book value of the investments and maintenance. 
The benefits taken into account were: users' surplus (beach and seaside recreation; 
use of paths and car parks; recovery of natural areas) and surpluses of other 
economic agents. 
9. Environmental impact analysis 
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(a) These projects, located within the area of influence of the coast, aim at 
reducing human pressure on the seaside and improving the quality of the 
environment. 
(b) The project concerning the improvement of the natural environment of Xagô 
beach (Gozôn, Asturias) will require prior approval by the competent 
authorities of a plan for the use and management of the area concerned. 
The project concerning the regeneration of the Alba tidelands (Pontevedra) 
will depend on an undertaking by the competent authorities to carry out a 
clean-up plan including treatment of the waste water discharged into the 
tidelands, in line with Directive 91/271/EEC. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
(ECU 1 = PTA 161.225) 
Total cost: 42 989 610 
Eligible cost (after 7.4.1995): 42 989 610 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 36 541 168 
Breakdown of the aid: 
1 Penôn de Ifach (Calpe) 1 476 198 
2 Cabo de Gâta (Almeria) 1 581 641 
3 Xago Beach (Gozôn-Asturias) 790 820 
4 Coastline at Sto Tomâs y San Adeodato 
(Es Migiorn Gran Menorca-Baleares) 1 054 427 
5 Formentera Coastline (Baléares) 1 054 427 
6 Tidelands Sanlucar de Barrameda 
(Cadiz) 6 442 549 
7 Castellôn coastline 1 054 427 
8 S Pedro Pescador coastline (Gerona) 1 581 641 
9 La Ribera marsh, Ayamonte (Huelva) 3 163 281 
10 Valdovino beaches (La Coruna) 2 388 277 
11 Ribera de Haciadama (La Coruna) 5 272 135 
12 Sta Cristina coastline, Oleiros (La Coruna) 1 270 585 
13 Alba tidelands, Pontevedra 790 820 
14 Reedbeds of Lagares river, Pontevedra 579 935 
15 Devesa del Saler - Valencia 8 040 005 
TOTAL 36 541 168 
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(EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 
No 95.11.61.003 
1. Name of project: 
Coastal improvements, 1995 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direction General de Planification (MEH) 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Direction Gral. de Costas - MOPTMA 
3.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 67 - 28071 Madrid 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Canary Islands, Cantabria, Catalonia, Galicia, Valencia 
5. Description 
Set of 11 measures to restore the natural assets of coastal areas by reducing the 
pressures to which they are subjected by man. 
1. Environmental rehabilitation of the coastal belt (phase 1), Benisa (Alicante) 
Measures: improvement of the cliff-top path (750 m) by means of planted 
barriers and/or protective kerbs and observation points; transformation of 
existing car parks into green areas, creating new car parks (4 500 m2) further 
back from the shore; construction of facilities and service areas at a distance 
from the areas to be protected. 
2. Coastal park on the lower slopes, Jâvea (Alicante) 
Measures: conversion of current roadway into pedestrian and planted area; 
construction of deterrent car parks (400 places); construction of. a walkway 
straddling the Canal de la Fontana and giving pedestrian access to the Arenal 
beach. 
3. Environmental rehabilitation of the coastal belt between the Almadraba and 
Albufera beaches (Alicante). 
Measures: Creation of pedestrian access suited to the terrain (1 200 m path); 
introduction of deterrent car parks (250 places). 
4. Rehabilitation of the coastal belt and improvement of the Cuberris and 
Antuerta beaches, Bareyo (Cantabria) 
Measures: Creation of a pedestrian walkway along the beach (600 m); 
construction of a removable wooden walkway; transformation of road access 
into pedestrian access (300 m); delimitation of beach service areas; 
canalization of watercourse at Cuberris; construction of 175 parking places to 
reduce the danger from traffic. 
5. Rehabilitation of the environment at San Juan del la Canal, Santa Cruz de 
Bezana (Cantabria) 
Measures: removal of rubbish and debris, treatment of waste water; 
construction of a shore-side path with observation points and a pedestrian 
bridge (2 500 m); creation of green areas planted with indigenous vegetation; 
construction of a small car park (45 places). 
6. Improvement of the Santa Lucia beach, El Perellô (Tarragona) 
Measures: construction of a pedestrian path along the shore, using local 
materials, with steps to reach different levels; low masonry walls at dangerous 
places on the cliff face; strengthening of banks; introduction of quantities of 
sand needed to preserve the natural beach landscape. 
7. Improvement of the Ribera de Carino, Carino (La Coruna). 
Measures: creation of a pafk with dune vegetation and water; construction of 
deterrent car parks (100 places) to reduce traffic pressure; demolition of the 
retaining and enclosing wall; construction of 400 m area for enjoyment of 
landscape. The measures concern an area of 23 000 m2. 
8. Integral rehabilitation of the coastal belt of the Canteras beach, Las Palmas 
de Gran Canaria (Las Palmas). 
The project concerns the very run-down western stretch of the beach, covering 
1 200 m from Calla Gavina to Los Muellitos. 
Measures: improvement of the seaside along 800 m, elongation of current sea 
front, with reordering of traffic and land use; rehabilitation of the natural 
environment of the beach (now almost non-existent), which is being 
increasingly disfigured by unsuitable activities, through demarcation of the 
beach; clean-up and spreading of sediment to improve the beach profile; 
rehabilitation of 800 m2 of beach by bringing in 300 000 m3 of sand; 
installation of facilities to encourage better treatment and protection of the 
coastline. 
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9. Improvement of the coastal belt of Seixinos, Meano (Pontevedra). 
Measures: clearing and restoration of the coastal belt (planted slopes blending 
In with environment); creation of pedestrian access and improvement of the 
esplanade near the bridge across the Oleiros river as a recreational area; 
creation of deterrent car park (127 places); transformation of the old blast 
furnace into an observatory ideally located for the study of seabirds; 
construction of a wooden jetty giving access to the riverbank at low tide. 
The project will be implemented in two stages. 
10. Improvement of the Marjal beach at Cases d'Alcanar (Tarragona) 
The project covers an area along 1 200 m. 
Measures: creation of green areas planted with indigenous vegetation; area for 
toilets and leisure facilities; construction of a pedestrian path along the sea 
front. 
11. Rehabilitation of the sea front at the Pinedo beach, Valencia. 
Measures: demolition of buildings occupying the site of the future sand beach 
and service area; extension by 523 m of the southern dike following the new 
course of the Turia river; lengthening of the Acequia del Rey outlet to prevent 
discharge onto the beach; 200 000 m3 of sand brought in for the upkeep, 
stabilization and improvement of the beach along 1 100 m; improvement of 
the sea front and creation of a pedestrian promenade along 800 m. 
6. Objectives • 
To make 4 900 m of the coastal belt suitable for pedestrian use. 
To regulate beach use by creating 1 677 deterrent parking places and 8 705 m 
of pedestrian paths. 
To rehabilitate 1 900 m of beach. 
To regulate beach access and protect sensitive areas. 
To improve the quality of the coastal environment by encouraging indigenous 
vegetation. 
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7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 7.4.1995 31.12.1997 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The economic analysis of the projects is based on a 20-year period. The internal 
rate of return for the projects as a whole is 9.8%. The costs taken into account 
were: initial investment, subsequent investments, net book value of investments 
and maintenance. 
The benefits taken into account were: advantages to users (beach and seaside 
leisure, use of paths, parking spaces, rehabilitation of natural spaces); advantages 
to other economic agents. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
(a) Regulation of beach use is intended to prevent or reduce excessive population 
pressure. Environmental rehabilitation is intended to protect sensitive areas by 
introducing indigenous vegetation. Regulation of access will redistribute 
occupation of the coastal belt. 
(b) The project concerning the rehabilitation of the environment at San Juan del 
Canal, Santa Cruz de Bezana (Cantabria) will require an undertaking by the 
competent authorities to implement a sanitation plan for the rehabilitated area. 
The project concerning the improvement of the Ribera de Carino (La Coruna), 
is subject to an undertaking by the competent authorities to do nothing which 
will change the environmental use of the area in question. 
The project concerning the rehabilitation of the sea front at the Pinedo beach, 
Valencia, which could affect the Albufera National Park, requires the 
agreement of the authorities responsible for the park. 
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10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) 
(ECU 1 = Ptas 162.323) 
Total cost: 35 959 100 
Expenditure prior to eligibility date: 92 408 
Eligible costs (after 7.4.1995): 35 866 692 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 30 486 688 
Breakdown of the aid 
1. Rehabilitation of coastal belt at Benisa (Alicante) 1 413 848 
2. Lower slopes, Jâvea (Alicante) 4-189 178 
3. Almadraba/Albufera beaches (Alicante) 471 283 
4. Cuberris and Antuerta beaches (Cantabria) 507 880 
5. San Juan de la Canal beach (Cantabria) 1 382 429 
6. Santa Lucia beach (Tarragona) 1 680 908 
7. Improvement of Ribera de Carino (La Coruna) 994 930 
8. Las Canteras beach (Canary Islands) 10 472 946 
9. Improvement at Seixinos (Pontevedra) 1 120 605 
10. Marjal beach (Tarragona) 2 094 589 
11. Pinedo beach (Valencia) 6 158 092 
TOTAL 30 486 688 
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Summary of project 
No 95/11/61/004-1 
1. Name of project: 
Afforestation and complementary work to control erosion and desertification; 
regeneration of ecosystems damaged by fire in the catchment area of southern 
Spain and the Guadalquivir. 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planification 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162, 28071 Madrid 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
•3.1. Name: Instituto Nacional para la Conservation de la Naturaleza (Now 
Direcciôn General para la Conservation de la Naturaleza). 
Subdireccion General de Protection de la Naturaleza (now 
Subdirecciôn General de Control de la Erosion y Desarrollo 
Fo restai). 
Address: Gran Via de S. Francisco, 4 -28005 Madrid. 
3.2. Name: Consejeria de Medio Ambiente. 
Direcciôn General de Planification y Partition. 
Address: Avda de Eritana, 1 -Sevilla (Andalucia). 
3.3. Name: - Consejeria de Agricultura y Medio Ambiente. 
Direcciôn General de Montes y Medio Ambiente Natural. 
Servicio de Protection del Medio Ambiente. 
Address: C/Pintor Matias Moreno, 4 45002 Toledo (Castilla-La Mancha). 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: The Autonomous Communities of Andalusia and Castile-La Mancha. 
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5. Description 
The project consists of a number of measures carried out in woodlands. The 
measures fall into two main categories, the first being measures to halt erosion 
and desertification, processes which directly affect the natural environment of the 
catchment area of southern Spain and the Guadalquivir by damaging three 
extremely important natural resources vegetation, soil and water. 
Specifically, the measures in this first category involve: 
biological measures to improve plant cover, thereby providing adequate 
protection for the soil by means of: 
afforestation with species suited to the environment, 
forestry work to preserve and improve existing stands in order to maintain 
the balance between soil protection and the progression of vegetation; , 
improvements to infrastructures: stabilization of slopes and river beds in order 
to .prevent recurring flooding by means of small-scale individual 
hydrotechnical operations. 
The second category of measures concerns the regeneration of woodlands 
damaged by fire. 
Specifically, the measures in this second category are biological measures 
designed to encourage natural regeneration and establish protective plant cover in 
areas devastated by fire: 
intensifying reafforestation and regeneration of fire-damaged areas; 
stepping up forestry work in existing stands to prevent forest fires;. 
Objectives 
The general purpose of projects of this type is to protect basic resources - the soil, 
water and the water cycle as a vital environmental process - and to regenerate 
ecosystems damaged by forest fires. 
More specifically, the objectives are: 
to halt and control erosion caused by both water and wind and to assist the 
biological recovery of damaged areas; 
to prevent and control forest fires and regenerate areas destroyed by fire; 
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to increase and improve plant cover, encouraging biodiversity, so that it can 
.provide sufficient stability and biopedological protection to the soil as well as 
absorbing most of the C02 in the air; 
to regulate the water cycle: to protect and improve the quality of water 
resources, to minimize the danger and frequency of floods and protect 
hydraulic infrastructures; 
to improve rural structures, helping to establish or maintain the population in 
depressed areas or where there is a danger of abandonment, by ensuring a 
balanced environment in a manner compatible with the conservation of the 
natural ecosystems; 
to produce other effects, such as creating and protecting biodiversity or 
increasing the aesthetic or recreational value of woodland. 
All these objectives are sought through integrated operations, with each catchment, 
area acting as a geographical unit for action. The ultimate objective is to set up 
a strategy for protecting nature from a desertification process aggravated by soil 
erosion, forest fires and the chronic drought affecting Spanish forests. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1.4.1995 31.12.1995 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantaees 
The profitability of hydrological and forest restoration must be sought in its long-
term social benefits. The intangible benefits of reafforestation, silvicultural and 
hydrological corrections (impact on air, water, soil, ecosystems, etc.) are difficult 
to measure in monetary terms. 
Despite this, the following costs and benefits have been calculated using the 
reference, values and shadow prices usually taken for this type of project. 
The following benefits were considered: 
1. reduction in the risks of flooding; 
2. less forest soil lost; 
3. less silting of dams; 
4. improved woodlands and less desertification; 
5. better quality water; 
6. an increase in the general well-being of the population. 
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The IRR obtained by comparing the above benefits with the investment costs was 
4.10"-which ensures the socio-economic and environmental viability of the projects. 
A number of effects were too difficult to evaluate, including the reduction of the 
greenhouse effect and the improvement of the landscape. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
(a) All the measures included in these projects are designed to restore and 
preserve the protective plant cover. Their general purpose is to protect 
resources: soil, water and the water cycle as a basic environmental process. 
Their impact on the environment is therefore invariably beneficial, since none 
of the measures use methods or introduce species which will alter the natural 
balance of the environment in question. 
Planting will be carried out either on land which has, in the last fifty years, « 
been covered by more or less the same species which will now be-.planted or 
on land where there is no serious danger of a transformation harmful to the 
ecology. 
(b) In accordance with Article 3(5) of Regulation (EEC) No 2158/92 on the 
protection of forests against fire, the forestry measures included in the project 
must be in conformity with the Spanish plan for the protection of forests 
against fire approved by the Commission on 7 January 1994. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
(ECU 1 = Ptas 162.323) 
Total cost: 30 563 124 
Eligible cost (after 7.4.1995): 30 563 124 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 25 978 655 
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Summary of project 
No 95/11/61/006-1 
1. Name of project: 
Afforestation and complementary work to control erosion and desertification, 
regeneration of ecosystems damaged by fire in the catchment area of the , 
Guadiana. 
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2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Instituto Nacional para la Conservaciôn de la Naturaleza (now Direccion 
General para la Conservation de la Naturaleza). 
Subdireccion General de Protection de la Naturaleza (now Subdireccion 
General de Control de la Erosion y Desarrollo Forestal) 
Address: Gran Via de S. Francisco, 4 -28005 Madrid 
3.2. Name: Consejeria de Medio Ambiente 
Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn y Particiôn 
Address: Avda. de Eritana, 1 - SEVILLA (ANDALUCIA). 
3.3. Name: Consejeria de Agricultura y Medio Ambiente. 
Direccion General de Montes y Medio Ambiente Natural. 
Servicio de Protection de Medio Natural. 
Address: C/ Pintor Matias Moreno, 4 45002 .- TOLEDO (CASTILLA-LA 
MANCHA). 
3.4. Name: Consejeria de Agricultura y Comercio 
Direcciôn General de Estructuras Agranas. 
Address: C/Adriano, 4 06800 - MÉRIDA (EXTREMADURA) 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Andalusia, Castile-La Mancha, Extremadura 
5. Description 
The project consists of a number of measures carried out in woodlands. The 
measures fall into two main categories, the first being measure* to halt erosion 
and desertification, which directly affect the natural environment of the catchment 
area of the Guadiana by damaging three extremely important natural resources 
vegetation, soil and water. 
Specifically, the measures in this first category involve: 
biological action to improve plant cover, thereby providing adequate-protection 
for the soil by means of: 
afforestation with species suited to the environment, 
silvicultural operations to preserve and improve existing stands in order to " 
maintain the balance between soil protection and the progression of 
vegetation; « 
corrective infrastructures: stabilization of slopes and river beds in order to 
prevent recurring flooding by means of small-scale one-off hydrotechnical 
operations. 
The second category of measures concerns the regeneration of woodlands 
damaged by fire. 
Specifically, the measures in this second category are biological action designed 
to encourage natural regeneration and establish protective plant cover'in areas 
devastated by fire: 
intensifying reafforestation and regeneration of fire-damaged areas, 
stepping up silvicultural operations in existing stands to prevent forest fires, 
6. Objectives 
The general purpose of projects of this type is to protect basic resources - the soil, 
water and the water cycle as a vital environmental process - and to regenerate 
ecosystems damaged by forest fires. 
More specifically, the objectives are: 
to halt and control erosion caused by both water and wind and to assist the 
biological recovery of damaged areas; 
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to prevent and control forest fires and regenerate areas damaged by fire; 
to increase and improve plant cover, encouraging biodiversity, so that it can 
provide sufficient stability and biopedological protection to the soil as well as 
absorbing most of the C02 in the air; 
to regulate the water cycle: to protect and improve the quality of water 
resources, to minimize the danger and frequency of floods and protect 
hydraulic infrastructures; 
to improve rural structures, helping to establish or maintain the population in 
depressed areas or where there is a danger of abandonment, by ensuring a 
balanced environment in a manner compatible with the conservation of the 
natural ecosystems; 
to produce other effects, such as creating and protecting biodiversity or 
increasing the aesthetic or recreational value of woodland 
All these objectives are sought through integrated operations, with each catchment 
area acting as a geographical unit for action. The ultimate objective is to set- up 
a strategy for protecting nature from a desertification process aggravated by soil 
erosion, forest fires and the chronic drought affecting Spanish forests 
Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1.4.1995 3 1 12 IQ9S 
Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The profitability of hydrological and forest restoration must be sought in its long-
term social benefits. The intangible benefits of reafforestation, silvicultural and 
hydrological corrections (impact on air, water, soil, ecosystems, etc ) are difficult 
to measure in monetary terms. 
Despite this, the following costs and benefits have been calculated using the 
reference values and shadow prices usually taken for this type of project. 
The following benefits were considered: 
1. reduction in the risks of flooding; 
2. less forest soil lost; 
3. fewer dams destroyed; 
4. improved woodlands and less desertification; 
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5. better quality water; 
6. an increase in the general well-being of the population. 
The IRR obtained by comparing the above benefits with the investment costs was 
9.62, which ensures the socioeconomic and environmental viability of the projects. 
A number of effects have not been evaluated, including the reduction of the 
greenhouse effect and the improvement of the landscape 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
(a) All the measures included in these projects are designed to restore and 
preserve the protective plant cover. Their general purpose is to protect 
resources: soil, water and the water cycle as a basic environmental process 
Their impact on the environment is therefore invariably beneficial, since 
none of the measures use methods or introduce species which will alter the 
natural balance of the environment in question 
Planting will be carried out either on land which has, in the last fifty years. 
been covered by the same species which will now be planted or on land 
where there is no danger of a transformation harmful to the ecology 
(b) In accordance with Article 3(5) of Regulation (EEC) No 2158/92 on the 
protection of forests against fire, the forestry measures included in the 
project must be in conformity with the Spanish plan for the protection of 
forests against fire approved by the Commission on 7 January 1994 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) 
(ECU 1 = Ptas 162.323) 
Total cost: 7 193 232 
Eligible cost (after 7.4.1995): 7.193 232 
Rate of assistance: 80% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 5 754 585 
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Summary of project 
No 95/11/61/009-1 
1. Name of project: 
Afforestation and complementary work to control erosion and desertification; 
regeneration of ecosystems damaged by fire in the catchment area of the eastern * 
Jucar. . ' 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. 
2.2. 
3. 
3.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 
Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162, 28071 Madrid 
Body responsible for implementation 
Name: 
Address: 
3.2. Name: 
Address: 
3.3. Name: 
Address: 
3.4. Name: 
Address: Instituto Nacional para la Conservaciôn de la Naturaleza (now 
Direcciôn General para la Conservaciôn de la Naturaleza). 
Subdireccion General de Protecciôn de la Naturaleza (now 
Subdireccion General de Control de la Erosion y Desarrollo 
Forestal). 
Gran Via de S. Francisco, 4 -28005 Madrid. 
Consejeria de Agricultura, Ganaderia y Montes. 
Direcciôn General de Estructuras Agrarias. 
Diputaciôn General de Aragon. 
P° de Maria Agustin, 36 Edf. Pignatelli 50004 - Zaragoza 
(Aragon). 
Consejeria de Agricultura y Medio Ambiente. 
Direcciôn General de Montes y Medio Ambiente Natural. 
Servicio de Protecciôn del Medio Natural. 
C/ Pintôr Matias Moreno, 4 45002 - Toledo (Castile-La Mancha). 
Consejeria de Medio Ambiente 
Direcciôn General de Recursos Forestales 
Calle Arquitecto Alfaro 39, 46011 Valencia 
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4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Aragon, Castile-La Mancha and Valencia 
5. Description 
The project consists of a number of measures carried out in woodlands. The 
measures fall into two main categories, the first being measures to halt erosion 
and desertification, which directly affect the natural environment of the catchment 
area of the eastern Jucar by damaging three extremely important natural resources: 
vegetation, soil and water. 
Specifically, the measures in this first category involve: 
biological measures to improve plant cover, thereby providing adequate 
protection for the soil by means of: 
afforestation with species suited to the environment, .. * 
forestry work to preserve and improve existing stands in order to maintain 
the balance between soil protection and the progression of vegetation; 
improvements to infrastructures: stabilization of slopes and river beds in order 
to prevent recurring flooding by means of small-scale individual 
hydrotechnical operations. 
The second category of measures concerns the regeneration of woodlands 
damaged by fire. 
Specifically, the measures in this second category are biological measures 
designed to encourage natural regeneration and establish protective plant cover in 
areas devastated by fire: 
intensifying reafforestation and regeneration of fire-damaged areas; 
stepping up forestry work in existing stands to prevent forest fires; 
6. Objectives 
The general purpose of projects of this type is to protect basic resources - the soil, 
water and the water cycle as a vital environmental process - and to regenerate 
ecosystems damaged by forest fires. 
More specifically, the objectives are: 
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- 1o halt and control erosion caused by both water and wind and to assist the 
biological recovery of damaged areas; 
- to prevent and control forest fires and regenerate areas destroyed by fire; 
- to increase and improve plant cover, encouraging biodiversity, so that it can 
provide sufficient stability and biopedological protection to the soil as well as 
absorbing most of the C02 in the air; 
- to regulate the water cycle: to protect and improve the quality of water 
resources, to minimize the danger and frequency of floods and protect 
hydraulic infrastructures; 
- to improve rural structures, helping to establish or maintain the population in 
depressed areas or where there is a danger of abandonment, by ensuring a 
balanced environment in a manner compatible with the conservation of the 
natural ecosystems; 
to produce other effects, such as creating and protecting biodiversity or 
increasing the aesthetic or recreational value of woodland. 
All these objectives are sought through integrated operations, with each catchment 
area acting as a geographical unit for action. The ultimate objective is to set up 
a strategy for protecting nature from a desertification process aggravated by soil 
erosion, forest fires and the chronic drought affecting Spanish forests. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1.4.1995 31.l2.l995 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
The profitability of hydrological and forest restoration must be sought in its long-
term social benefits. The intangible benefits of reafforestation, silvicultural and 
hydrological corrections (impact on air, water, soil, ecosystems, etc.) are difficult 
to measure in monetary terms. 
Despite this, the following costs and benefits have been calculated using the 
reference values and shadow prices usually taken for this type of project. 
The following benefits were considered: 
1. reduction in the risks of flooding; 
2. less forest soil lost; 
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3. less silting of dams; 
4. improved woodlands and less desertification; 
5. Wtter quality water; 
6. an increase in the general well-being of the population. 
The IRR obtained by comparing the above benefits with the investment costs was 
9.37%, which ensures the socio-economic and environmental viability of the 
projects. 
A number of effects too difficult to evaluate would substantially increase the IRR, 
including the reduction of the greenhouse effect and the improvement of the 
landscape. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
(a) All the measures included in these projects are designed to restore and 
preserve the protective plant cover. Their general purpose is to protect* 
resources: soil, water and the water cycle as a basic environmental process. 
Their impact on the environment is therefore invariably beneficial, since none 
of the measures use methods or introduce species which will alter the natural 
balance of the environment in question. 
Planting will be carried out either on land which has, in the last fifty years, 
been covered by more or less the same species which will now be planted or 
on land where there is no serious danger of a transformation harmful to the 
ecology. 
(b) In accordance with Article 3(5) of Regulation (EEC) No 2158/92 on the 
protection of forests against fire, the forestry measures included in the project 
must be in conformity with the Spanish plan for the protection of forests 
against fire approved by the Commission on 7 January 1994. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
(ECU 1 = Ptas 162.323) 
Total cost: 19 470 537 
Eligible cost (after 7.4.1995): 19 470 537 
Rate of assistance: 80% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 15 576 429 
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Summary of project 
No 95/11/61/010-1 
1. Name of project: 
Afforestation and complementary work to control erosion and desertification; 
regeneration of ecosystems damaged by fire in the catchment area of the Balearic 
Islands. 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Instituto Nacional para la Conservaciôn de la Naturaleza (now Direccion 
General para la Conservaciôn de la Naturaleza) 
Subdireccion General de Protecciôn de la Naturaleza (now Subdireccion 
General de Control de la Erosion y Desarrollo Forestal) 
Address: Gran Via de S. Francisco, 4 -28005 Madrid 
3.2. Name: Consejeria de Agricultura y Pesca 
Direcciôn General de Estructuras Agrarias y Medio Natural 
Address: C/ dels Forners, 10 07006 - PALMA DE MALLORCA (BALEARES) 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Baléares 
5. Description 
The project consists of a number of measures carried out in woodlands The 
measures fall into two main categories, the first being measures to halt erosion 
and desertification, which directly affect the natural environment of the catchment 
area of the Balearic Islands by damaging three extremely important natural 
resources: vegetation, soil and water. 
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Specifically, the measures in this first category involve. 
biological action to improve plant cover, thereby providing adequate 
protection for the soil by means of: 
• afforestation with species suited to the environment, 
• silvicultural operations to preserve and improve existing stands in order to 
maintain the balance between soil protection and the progression of 
vegetation; 
corrective infrastructures: stabilization of slopes and river beds in order to 
prevent recurring flooding by means of small-scale one-off hydrotechnical 
operations. 
The second category of measures concerns the regeneration of woodlands 
damaged by fire. 
Specifically, the measures in this second category are biological action designed 
to encourage natural regeneration and establish protective plant cover in areas 
devastated by fire: 
intensifying reafforestation and regeneration of fire-damaged areas. 
stepping up silvicultural operations in existing stands to prevent forest fires 
6. Objectives 
The general purpose of projects of this type is to protect basic resources - the soil, 
water and the water cycle as a vital environmental process - and to regenerate 
ecosystems damaged by forest fires. 
More specifically, the objectives are: 
to halt and control erosion caused by both water and wind and to assist the 
biological recovery of damaged areas; 
to prevent and control forest fires and regenerate areas damaged by fire. 
to increase and improve plant cover, encouraging biodiversity, so that it can 
provide sufficient stability and biopedological protection to the soil as well 
as absorbing most of the C02 in the air; 
to regulate the water cycle: to protect and improve the quality of water 
resources, to minimize the danger and frequency of floods and protect 
hydraulic infrastructures; 
to improve rural structures, helping to establish or maintain the population in 
depressed areas or where there is a danger of abandonment, by ensuring a 
balanced environment in a manner compatible with the conservation of the 
natural ecosystems; 
to produce other effects, such as creating and protecting biodiversity or 
increasing the aesthetic or recreational value of woodland. 
All these objectives are sought through integrated operations, with each catchment 
area acting as a geographical unit for action. The ultimate objective is to set up 
a strategy for protecting nature from a desertification process aggravated by soil 
erosion, forest fires and the chronic drought affecting Spanish forests. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion .. 
Main work 1.4.1995 31.12 1995 . i i i « I 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The profitability of hydrological and forest restoration must be sought in its long-
term social benefits. The intangible benefits of reafforestation, silvicultural 
measures and hydrological corrections (impact on air, water, soil, ecosystems, etc ) 
are difficult to measure in monetary terms. 
Despite this, the following costs and benefits have been calculated using the 
reference values and shadow prices usually taken for this type of project. 
The following benefits were considered: 
1. reduction in the risks of flooding; 
2. less forest soil lost; 
3. fewer dams destroyed; 
4. improved woodlands and less desertification, 
5. better quality water; 
6. an increase in the general well-being of the population 
The IRR obtained by comparing the above benefits with the investment costs was 
2.78 which ensures the socioeconomic and environmental viability of the projects 
A number of effects were considered to difficult to evaluate, but if they had been 
they would substantially increase the IRR. Such effects include the reduction of 
the greenhouse effect and the improvement of the landscape 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
All the measures included in these projects are designed to restore and preserve 
the protective plant cover. Their general purpose is to protect resources: soil, 
water and the water cycle as a basic environmental process. Their impact on the 
environment is therefore invariably beneficial, since none of the measures use 
methods or introduce species which will alter the natural balance of the 
environment in the area in question. 
Planting will be carried out either on land which has, in the last fifty years, been 
covered by the same species which will now be planted or on land where there 
is no danger of a transformation harmful to the ecology. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) 
(ECU 1 = Ptas 162.323) 
Total cost: 1 445 203 
Eligible cost (after 7.4.1995): 1 445 203 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 1 228 422 
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Summary of project 
No 95/11/61/010-2 
1. Name of project: 
Afforestation and complementary work to control erosion and desertification, 
regeneration of ecosystems damaged by fire in the catchment area of the Canary .. 
Islands. 
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2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Instituto Nacional para la Conservaciôn de la Naturaleza (now Direcciôn 
General para la Conservaciôn de la Naturaleza). 
Subdireccion General de Protecciôn de la Naturaleza (now Subdireccion 
General de Control de la Erosion y Desarrollo Forestal) 
Address: Gran Via de S. Francisco, 4 -28005 Madrid. 
3.2. Name: Consejeria de Politica Territorial. 
Servicio de Planificaciôn, Evaluaciôn y Seguimiento de Programas 
Address: Avda. de Anaga, 35 6" pi. Edf. Servicios Multiples 38001 -
SANTA CRUZ DE TENERJFE 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Canary Islands 
5. Description 
The project consists of a number of measures carried out in woodlands. The 
measures fall into two main categories, the first being measures to halt erosion 
and desertification, which directly affect the natural environment of the catchment 
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area of the Canary Islands by damaging three extremely important natural 
resources: vegetation, soil and water. 
Specifically, the measures in this first category involve: 
biological action to improve plant cover, thereby providing adequate protection 
for the soil by means of: 
afforestation with species suited to the environment, 
silvicultural operations to preserve and improve existing stands in order to 
maintain the balance between soil protection and the progression of vegetation; 
corrective infrastructures: stabilization of slopes and river beds m order to 
prevent recurring flooding by means of small-scale one-off hydrotechmcal 
operations. 
The second category of measures concerns the regeneration of woodlands 
damaged by fire. -
Specifically, the measures in this second category are biological action designed * 
to encourage natural regeneration and establish protective plant cover in areas 
devastated by fire: 
intensifying reafforestation and regeneration of fire-damaged areas, 
stepping up silvicultural operations in existing stands to prevent forest fires, 
creating fire-breaks and safety strips to prevent forest fires in high-risk areas 
or areas where the plant cover is particularly dense. 
6. Objectives 
The general purpose of projects of this type is to protect basic resources - the soil, 
water and the water cycle as a vital environmental process - and to regenerate 
ecosystems damaged by forest fires. 
More specifically, the objectives are: 
to halt and control erosion caused by both water and wind and to assist the 
biological recovery of damaged areas; 
to prevent and control forest fires and regenerate areas damaged by fire, 
to increase and improve plant cover, encouraging biodiversity, so that it can 
provide sufficient stability and biopedological protection to the soil as well as 
absorbing most of the C02 in the air; 
to regulate the water cycle: to protect and improve the quality of water 
resources, to minimize the danger and frequency of floods and protect 
hydraulic infrastructures; 
to improve rural structures, helping to establish or maintain the population in 
depressed areas or where there is a danger of abandonment, by ensuring a 
balanced environment in a manner compatible with the conservation of the 
natural ecosystems; 
to produce other effects, such as creating and protecting biodiversity or 
increasing the aesthetic or recreational value of woodland. 
All these objectives are sought through integrated operations, with eacrTcatchment 
area acting as a geographical unit for action. The ultimate objective is to set up 
a strategy for protecting nature from a desertification process aggravated by 
erosion, forest fires and the chronic drought affecting Spanish forests 
7. Work schedule SOI 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1.4.1995 3 1 12.1995 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The profitability of hydrological and forest restoration must be sought in its long-
term social benefits. The intangible benefits of reafforestation, silvicultural 
measures and hydrological corrections (their impact on air, water, soil, ecosystems, 
etc.) are difficult to measure in monetary terms. 
Despite this, the following costs and benefits have been calculated using the 
reference values and shadow prices usually taken for this type of project 
The following benefits were considered: 
1. reduction in the risks of flooding, 
2. less forest soil lost; 
3. fewer dams destroyed; 
4. improved woodlands and less desertification, 
5. better quality water; 
6. an increase in the general well-being of the population 
The IRR obtained by comparing the above benefits with the investment costs was 
1.4, which ensures the socioeconomic and environmental viability of the projects 
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A number of effects have not been evaluated, including the reduction of the 
greenhouse effect and the improvement of the landscape. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
All the measures included in these projects are designed to restore and preserve 
the protective plant cover. Their general purpose is to protect resources: soil, 
water and the water cycle as a basic environmental process. Their impact on the 
environment is therefore invariably beneficial, since none of the measures use 
methods or introduce species which will alter the natural balance of the 
environment in the areas in question. 
Planting will be carried out either on land which has, in the last fifty years, been 
covered by the same species which will now be planted or on land where there 
is no danger of a transformation harmful to the ecology 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) 
(ECU 1 =Ptas 162.323) 
Total cost: 4 956 751 " 
Eligible Cost (after 7.4.1995): 4 956 751 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 4 213 238 
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Summary of project 
No 95/11/61/010-3 
1. Name of project: 
Afforestation and complementary work to control erosion and desertification; 
regeneration of ecosystems damaged by fire in the catchment area of the Segura 
river. 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. 
2.2. 
3. 
3.1. 
3.2. 
3.3. 
3.4. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 
Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162, 28071 Madrid 
Body responsible for implementation 
Name: 
Address: 
Name: 
Address: 
Name: . 
Address: 
Name: 
Address: Instituto Nacional para la Conservaciôn de la Naturaleza (now 
Direcciôn General para la Conservaciôn de la Naturaleza). 
Subdireccion General de Protecciôn de la Naturaleza (now 
Subdireccion General de Control de la Erosion y Desarrollo 
Forestal). 
Gran Via de S. Francisco, 4 -28005 Madrid. 
Consejeria de Medio Ambiente. 
Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn y Particiôn. 
Avda. de Eritana,l - Sevilla (Andalucia) 
Consejeria de Agricultura y Medio Ambiente. 
Direcciôn General de Montes y Medio Ambiente Natural. 
Servicio de Protecciôn del Medio Natural. 
C/Pintor Matias Moreno, 4, 45002-Toledo (Castilla-La Mancha). 
Consejeria de Medio Ambiente. 
Direcciôn General del Medio Natural. 
C/Luis Fontes Pagân, 3, 30071 Murcia (Murcia) 
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4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Andalusia, Castile-La Mancha and Murcia. 
5. Description 
The project consists of a number of measures carried out in woodlands. The 
measures fall into two main categories, the first being measures to halt erosion 
and desertification, which directly affect the natural environment of the catchment 
area of the Segura by damaging three extremely important natural resources: 
vegetation, soil and water. 
Specifically, the measures in this first category involve: 
- biological measures to improve plant cover, thereby providing adequate 
protection for the soil by means of: 
afforestation with species suited to the environment, 
forestry work to preserve and improve existing stands in order to maintain 
the balance between soil protection and the progression of vegetation; 
improvements to infrastructures: stabilization of slopes and river beds in order 
to prevent recurring flooding by means of small-scale individual 
hydrotechnical operations. 
The second category of measures concerns the regeneration of woodlands 
damaged by fire. 
Specifically, the measures in this second category are biological measures 
designed to encourage natural regeneration and establish protective plant cover in 
areas devastated by fire: 
intensifying reafforestation and regeneration of fire-damaged areas; 
stepping up forestry work in existing stands to prevent forest fires; 
Objectives 
The general purpose of projects of this type is to protect basic resources - the soil, 
water and the water cycle as a vital environmental process - and to regenerate 
ecosystems damaged by forest fires. 
More specifically, the objectives are: 
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- to halt and control erosion caused by both water and wind and to assist the 
biological recovery of damaged areas; 
to prevent and control forest fires and regenerate areas destroyed by fire; 
- to increase and improve plant cover, encouraging biodiversity, so that it can 
provide sufficient stability and biopedological protection to the soil as well as 
absorbing most of the C02 in the air; 
- to regulate the water cycle: to protect and improve the quality of water 
resources, to minimize the danger and frequency of floods and protect 
hydraulic infrastructures; 
- to improve rural structures, helping to establish or maintain the population in 
depressed areas or where there is a danger of abandonment, by ensuring a 
balanced environment in a manner compatible with the conservation of the 
natural ecosystems; 
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to produce other effects, such as creating and protecting biodiversity or 
increasing the aesthetic or recreational value of woodland. 
All these objectives are sought through integrated operations, with each catchment 
area acting as a geographical unit for action. The ultimate objective is to set up 
a strategy for protecting nature from a desertification process aggravated by soil 
erosion, forest fires and the chronic drought affecting Spanish forests. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1.4.1995 31.12.1995 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
The profitability of hydrological and forest restoration must be sought in its long-
term social benefits. The intangible benefits of reafforestation, silvicultural and 
hydrological corrections (impact on air, water, soil, ecosystems, etc.) are difficult 
to measure in monetary terms. 
Despite this, the following costs and benefits have been calculated using the 
reference values and shadow prices usually taken for this type of project. 
The following benefits were considered: 
1. reduction in the risks of flooding; 
2. less forest soil lost; 
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3. "less silting of dams; 
4. irnpToved woodlands and less desertification; 
5. better quality water; 
6. an increase in the general well-being of the population. 
The IRR obtained by comparing the above benefits with the investment costs was 
9.73, which ensures the socio-economic and environmental viability of the 
projects. 
A number of effects have not been evaluated, including the reduction of the 
greenhouse effect and the improvement of the landscape. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
(a) All the measures included in these projects are designed to restore and 
preserve the protective plant cover. Their general purpose is to protect 
resources: soil, water and the water cycle as a basic environmental process. 
Their impact on the environment is therefore invariably beneficial, since 
none of the measures use methods or introduce species which will alter the 
natural balance of the environment in question. 
Planting will be carried out either on land which has, in the last fifty years, 
been covered by the more or less the same species which will now be 
planted or on land where there is no serious danger of a transformation 
harmful to the ecology. 
(b) In accordance with Article 3(5) of Regulation (EEC) No 2158/92 on the 
protection of forests against fire,. the forestry measures included in the 
project must be in conformity with the Spanish plan for the protection of 
forests against fire approved by the Commission on 7 January 1994. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
(ECU 1 = Ptas 162.323) 
Total cost: 6 566 535 
Eligible cost (after 7.4.1995): 6 566 535 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 5 581 554 
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Summary of project 
No 95/11/61/010-4 
1. Name of project: 
Afforestation and complementary work to control erosion and desertification; 
regeneration of ecosystems damaged by fire in the catchment area of the Tagus 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. 
2.2. 
3. 
3.1. Name: Direccion General de Planificaciôn 
Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162, 28071 Madrid 
Body responsible for implementation 
Name: 
Address: 
3.2. Name: 
Address: 
3.3. Name: 
Address: 
3.4. Name: 
Address: 
3.5. Name: Instituto Nacional para la Conservaciôn de la Naturaleza (now 
Direcciôn General para la Conservaciôn de la Naturaleza). 
Subdireccion General de Protecciôn de la Naturaleza (now 
Subdireccion General de Control de la Erosion y Desarrollo 
Forestal). 
Gran Via de S. Francisco, 4 -28005 Madrid. 
Consejeria de Agricultura, Ganaderia y Montes. 
Direcciôn General de Estructuras Agrarias. 
Diputaciôn General de Aragon. 
P° de Maria Agustin, 36 Efd. Pignatelli 5004 Zaragoza 
Consejeria de Agricultura y Medio Ambiente 
Direcciôn General de Montes y Medio Ambiente Natural. 
Servicio de Protecciôn del Medio Natural 
C/Pintor Matias Moreno, 4 - 45002 Toledo (Castile-La Mancha). 
Consejeria de Medio Ambiente y Ordenaciôn del Territorio. 
Direcciôn General del Medio Natural. 
C/Muro, 9, 47004 Valladolid (Castile-Leôn) 
Consejeria de Agricultura y Comercio. 
Direcciôn General de Estructuras Agrarias. 
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Address: C/ Adriano, 4, 06800- Mérida (Extremadura). 
3.6. Name: Consejeria de Cooperaciôn 
Agencia del Medio Ambiente-Servicio de Gestion Territorial. 
Address: CI Princesa, 3, 28008 Madrid 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Aragon, Castile-La Mancha, Castile-Leôn, Extremadura and Madrid. 
5. Description 
The project consists of a number of measures carried out in woodlands. The 
measures fall into two main categories, the first being measures to halt erosion 
and desertification, which directly affect the natural environment of the catchment-
area of the Tagus by damaging three extremely important natural resources: 
vegetation, soil and water. «' 
Specifically, the measures in this first category involve: 
biological measures to improve plant cover, thereby providing adequate 
protection for the soil by means of: 
afforestation with species suited to the environment, 
forestry work to preserve and improve existing stands in order to maintain 
the balance between soil protection and the progression of vegetation; 
improvements to infrastructures: stabilization of slopes and river beds in order 
to prevent recurring flooding by means of small-scale individual 
hydrotechnical operations. 
The second category of measures concerns the regeneration of woodlands 
damaged by fire. 
Specifically, the measures in this second category are biological measures 
designed to encourage natural regeneration and establish protective plant cover in 
areas devastated by fire: 
intensifying reafforestation and regeneration of fire-damaged areas; 
stepping up forestry work in existing stands to prevent forest fires;1 
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6. Objectives 
The^general purpose of projects of this type is to protect basic resources - the soil, 
water and the water cycle as a vital environmental process - and to regenerate 
ecosystems damaged by forest fires. 
More specifically, the objectives are: 
- to halt and control erosion caused by both water and wind and to assist the 
biological recovery of damaged areas; 
to prevent and control forest fires and regenerate areas destroyed by fire; 
to increase and improve plant cover, encouraging biodiversity, so that it can 
provide sufficient stability and biopedological protection to the soil as well as 
absorbing most of the C02 in the air; 
to regulate the water cycle: to protect and improve the quality of water* 
resources, to minimize the danger and frequency of floods and protect 
hydraulic infrastructures; 
to improve rural structures, helping to establish or maintain the population in 
depressed areas or where there is a danger of abandonment, by ensuring a 
balanced environment in a manner compatible with the conservation of the 
natural ecosystems; 
to produce other effects, such as creating and protecting biodiversity or 
increasing the aesthetic or recreational value of woodland. 
All these objectives are sought through integrated operations, with each catchment 
area acting as a geographical unit for action. The ultimate objective is to set up 
a strategy for protecting nature from a desertification process aggravated by soil 
erosion, forest fires and the chronic drought affecting Spanish forests. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1.4.1995 31.12.1995 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
The profitability of hydrological and forest restoration must be sought in its long-
term social benefits. The intangible benefits of reafforestation, silvicultural and 
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hydrological corrections (impact on air, water, soil, ecosystems, etc.) are difficult 
to measure in monetary terms. 
Despite this, the following costs and benefits have been calculated using the 
reference values and shadow prices usually taken for this type of project. 
The following benefits were considered: 
1. reduction in the risks of flooding; 
2. less forest soil lost; 
3. less silting of dams; 
4. improved woodlands and less desertification; 
5. better quality water; 
6. an increase in the general well-being of the population. 
The IRR obtained by comparing the above benefits with the investment costs was 
7.11, which ensures the socioeconomic and environmental viability of the projects. 
A number of effectstoo difficult to evaluate would substantially increase the IRR, 
including the reduction of the greenhouse effect and the improvement of the* 
landscape. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
(a) All the measures included in these projects are designed to restore and 
preserve the protective plant cover. Their general purpose is to protect 
resources: soil, water and the water cycle as a basic environmental process. 
Their impact on the environment is therefore invariably beneficial, since 
none of the measures use methods or introduce species which will alter the 
natural balance of the environment in question. 
Planting will be carried out either on land which has, in the last fifty years, 
been covered by more or less the same species which will now be planted 
or on land where there is no serious danger of a transformation harmful to 
the ecology. 
(b) In accordance with Article 3(5) of Regulation (EEC) No 2158/92 on the 
protection of forests against fire, the forestry measures included in the 
project must be in conformity with the Spanish plan for the protection of 
forests against fire approved by the Commission on 7 January 1994. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
(ECU 1 = Ptas 162.323) 
Total cost: 17 099 973 
Eligible cost (from 7.4.1995): 17 099 973 
Rate of assistance: 80% 
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Cohesion Fund assistance: 13 679 978 
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Summary of project 
No 95/11/61/012 
1. Name of project; 
Waste-water treatment plants for Calvia, in the Balearic Islands 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162. 28071 Madrid 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Direcciôn General de calidad de las Aguas (MOPTMA) 
3.2. Address: P° de la Castellana, 67 - 28071 Madrid 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Balearic Islands 
Autonomous Community: Balearic Islands 
5. Description 
The project involves installing the facilities needed for the treatment of waste 
water in the bay of Palma de Mallorca. 
This will require the following work: 
1. SANTA PONS A TREATMENT PLANT 
screening of solids 
desanding with pre-aeration and demulsification 
measurement of flow-rate 
homogenizing tank 
initial settling and sludge removal 
biological treatment: aeration tanks 
AXC 
secondary settling using conventional scrapers 
- recirculation of activated sludge and surplus sludge 
recirculation of anoxic area 
chlorination 
pumping of sludge from initial settling 
sludge thickening 
anaerobic digestion 
post-thickening of sludge 
- dehydration of sludge 
deodorization 
system draining 
drinking water and water for industrial use 
control building 
building for industrial use 
processing building 
landscaping and enclosure 
2. PAGUERA TREATMENT PLANT 
screening of solids 
desanding with pre-aeration and demulsification 
measurement of flow-rate 
biological treatment with nitrification-denitrification and aerobic 
stabilization 
secondary settling and sludge removal 
chlorination 
sludge thickening 
3. BENDINAT TREATMENT PLANT 
screening of solids 
desanding with pre-aeration and demulsification 
measurement of flow-rate 
biological treatment with nitrification-denitrification and aerobic 
stabilization 
secondary settling and sludge removal 
chlorination 
sludge thickening 
4. PUMPING STATIONS AND COLLECTORS 
Murillo pumping station (E.I. 5 8) 
collector from Murillo to Son Ferrer (E.1.8.1) 
collector from Son Ferrer to the treatment plant 
Magalluf pumping station (E.I.4.2) 
collector from Magalluf to the treatment plant. 
5. EXTENSION OF THE OFFSHORE OUTFALLS 
Santa Ponsa outfall: 1 200 m, 
Paguera outfall: 300 m, 
Palma Nova outfall: 500 m, 
Magalluf outfall: 250 m. 
6. Objectives 
To build and fit out three treatment plants for waste water from the general 
collectors of the municipality of Calvia. This will reduce the pollution in the 
waste water from Calvia to acceptable levels for discharge via offshore outfalls 
into the Mediterranean. 
The basic parameters of the treatment plants are as follows: 
95/11/61/012 
Current 
population 
(inhabitants) 
Design 
population 
equivalent 
(PE) 
Total average 
BOD on entry 
(mg/1) 
Total average 
BOD on exit 
(mg/1) 
Total average 
SS on entry 
(mg/1) 
Total average 
SS on exit 
(mg/1) 
Average daily, 
volume of 
water 
(mVday) . Santa Ponsa 
34 000 
118 000 
490 
25 
300 
35 
31 000 Paguera 
6 700 
27 300 
575 
25 
300 
35 
3 100 Bendinat 
6 700 
30 000 
475 
25 
300 
35 
7 000 TOTAL 
47 400 
175 300 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
AH 8 
Preparation of project 
Purchase of land 
Main work 
Operational phase 1.6.1993 
5.4.1995 
6.10.1996 22.11 1994 
5.10.1996 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The cost-benefit analysis was based on: 
investments for a useful life of 20 years, 
running and maintenance costs, 
charges for waste disposal and sewerage, water rates (running costs are 
covered by contributions from users), 
environmental benefits, 
reuse of treated water. 
The internal rate of return is 15.61% 
In addition to the above figures, the project will have an impact on the economic 
development of the area, including the development of rural tourism, as well as 
increasing the well-being of the local population. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
The project will have a positive effect on the environment for the following 
reasons: 
improvement of the environment thanks to treatment to eliminate 
contamination in the effluent from human activities, 
increased availability of water, with less diffuse pollution, 
less pollution of the groundwater through leaching, 
systematic improvement in marine ecosystems which previously suffered from 
the discharge of insufficiently treated waste water, 
compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC. 
The municipal rules on waste disposal apply. These require industrial waste to be 
pretreated before it is discharged into the general sewer system. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) 
Total cost: 12 162 170 
Eligible cost (after 7.4.1995): 12 162 170 
Rate of assistance: 85% , 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 10 337 845 
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Summary of project 
No 95/11/61/013 
1. Name of project: 
Waste-water treatment for the Costa del Sol and the Costa de la Luz, Andalusia. 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direccion General de Planificaciôn 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162. 28071 Madrid 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Calidad de las Aguas 
3.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana, 67. 28071 Madrid-
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Provinces: Cadiz and Granada 
Autonomous Community: Andalusia 
5. Description 
The project involves installing the facilities needed for the treatment of waste 
water in certain municipalities on the Andalusian coast. This will require the 
following work: 
Waste-water treatment plant for Motril-Salobrena 
Includes the following systems: 
Collection: by means of the following pipelines: 
Salobrena, La Canaleta and Lobres (350 mm diameter), 
Varadero and Puerto de Motril (600 mm diameter), 
Motril and Torrenueva (400 mm diameter). 
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Waste-water treatment system: pretreatment, mixing and flocculation, initial 
settling (three units) biological treatment using a biological turbine reactor (three 
units), aeration and secondary settling. 
Sludge treatment system: withdrawal of sludge from initial settling and pumping 
to thickening unit, withdrawal of surplus sludge for dehydration, recirculation of 
sludge from initial settling, thickening by gravity, anaerobic digestion, heating, 
dehydration, withdrawal and storage. 
Waste-water treatment plant for Almunecar 
Includes the following systems: 
Collection: by means of the following pipelines: 
Almunecar (800 mm diameter) 
Velilla (350 mm diameter). 
Waste-water treatment system: pretreatment, initial settling, biological treatment 
and secondary settling. 
Sludge treatment system: withdrawal of surplus biological sludge and pumping for 
initial settling, withdrawal and pumping of mixed sludge from initial settling, 
aerobic digestion, dehydration using belt filters, stabilization with lime and 
storage. 
Return of treated water: transport of treated water to the aquifer 
Waste-water treatment plant for La Linea 
Includes the following systems: 
Collection: by means of the following pipelines: 
Playa de la Atunara (700 mm diameter) 
Campamento (250 mm diameter) 
Waste-water treatment system: pretreatment, initial settling and disinfection 
(chlorination). 
Sludge treatment system: recirculation of sludge from initial settling, thickening 
by gravity, anaerobic digestion, dehydration and storage. 
6. Objectives 
To build and fit out the treatment plants for Motril-Salobreria, Almunecar and La 
Linea. This will reduce the pollution in the waste water from the towns in 
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question to acceptable levels for discharge via underwater outlets into the 
Mediterranean or for reuse to feed aquifers. 
The basic parameters of the treatment plants are as follows: 
95/11/61/013 
Current population 
(inhabitants) 
Design population 
equivalent (IE) 
Total average BOD5 
on entry (mg/1) 
Total average BOD5 
on exit (mg/1) 
Total average S S on 
entry (mg/1) 
Total average S S on 
exit (mg/1) 
Average daily volume 
of water (mVday) Motril-
Salobrena 
95 000 
155 000 
279 
25 
227 
35 
34 000 Almunecar 
60 000 
108 000 
323 
25 
266 
30 
27 000 1 Linea de la 
Concepcion 
85 000 
105 000 
280' 
25 
280 
35 
26 250 TOTAL 
240 000 
368 000 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Preparation of project 
Purchase of land 
Main work 1.5.1995 3112.1997 
Operational phase 1.1.1998 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The cost-benefit analysis was based on: 
investments for a useful life of 20 years, 
running and maintenance costs, 
charges for discharge and sewerage, water rates (running costs are covered by 
contributions from users), 
environmental benefits, 
reuse of treated water. 
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The internal rate of return is 17.8% (19.53% for Motril-Salobrena; 12.71% for 
Almunecar; 29.52% for La Linea). 
In addition to the above figures, the project will have an impact on the economic 
development of the area, including the development of rural tourism, as well as 
increasing the well-being of the local population. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
The project will have a positive effect on the environment for the following reasons 
compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC, 
improvement of the environment thanks to treatment to eliminate contamination in 
the liquid waste from human activities, 
increased availability of water, with less diffuse pollution, 
less pollution of the groundwater through leaching, 
systematic improvement in marine ecosystems which previously suffered from the 
discharge of insufficiently treated waste water. 
The municipal rules on waste disposal apply. These require industrial waste to be 
pretreated before it is discharged into the general sewer system 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) 
Total cost: 19 812 349 
Eligible cost (7.4.1995): 19 812 349 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 16 840 497 
The total cost can be broken down as follows: 
Motril-Salobrena treatment plant 7 175 816 
Almunecar treatment plant 8 618 002 
La Linea de la Concepciôn treatment plant 4 018 531 
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Summary of project 
No 95/11/61/014 
1. Name of project: 
Waste-water disposal and treatment for Campo de las Dalias, Almeria 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direccion General de Planificaciôn 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162. 28071 Madrid 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Direcciôn General de calidad de las Aguas (MOPTMA) 
3.2. Address: P°. de la Castellana, 67. 28071 Madrid 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Almeria 
Autonomous Community: Andalusia 
5. Description 
The project involves installing the facilities needed for the treatment of waste 
water in Campo de Dalias in Almeria. 
This will require the following work: 
(a) Construction of the El Solanillo waste-water tre; tment plant planned for 
Roquetas de Mar and reuse of the treated water to feed the Campo de 
Dalias aquifer by injection into the ground, after subjecting it to tertiary' 
treatment by inverse osmosis. 
(b) A measure similar to the above, entailing tertiary treatment by inverse 
osmosis of the water treated at the plant being built at El Ejido. The 
treated water will then be either injected for feeding the Campo de Dalias 
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aquifer or reused. In addition, it is planned to build another facility for the 
tertiary treatment by inverse osmosis and injection of the water treated by 
the existing plant which treats waste water from Las Norias and Santa 
Maria del Aguila. 
(c) Construction of a treatment plant for Balerma and tertiary treatment of the 
treated water and the water from the Blanega treatment plant, which has 
already been built. In total this will produce around 3 000 mVday for reuse 
in feeding the aquifer. 
(d) Construction of a waste-water treatment plant for Adra, together with 
tertiary treatment. 
(e) Construction of treatment plants for small municipalities such as San 
Agustin, Berja, Dalias, Félix, La Mojonera, Puebla de Vicar, Enix and 
Penarrodada. 
6. Objectives 
To build and fit out 15 treatment plants for waste water from the general 
collectors of the municipalities of Roquetas de Mar, el Ejido, Adra and other 
small municipalities of Campo de Dalias. This will reduce the pollution in the 
waste water from the municipalities concerned, which have a population of 
261 765, to acceptable levels for its reuse for feeding the aquifer. 
The basic parameters of the treatment plant are as follows. 
WASTE WATER DISPOSAL FOR CAMPO DE DALIAS, ALMERIA 
95/11/61/014 
Current population 
(inhabitants) 
Design population 
equivalent (IE) 
Total average BOD 
on entry (mg/1) 
Total average BOD 
on exit (mg/1) Adra 
19 900 
23 400 
350 
25 Berja 
7 000 
9 000 
350 
25 Castala 
100 
250 
350 
25 Penarrodad 
a 
250 
350 
350 
25 
1rr 
Total average S S on 
entry (mg/1) (mean 
values) 
Total average S S on 
exit (mg/1) 
Average daily 
volume of water 
(mVday) 375 
35 
6 960 375 
35 
2 000 375 
35 
60 375 
35 
100 
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WASTE WATER TREATMANT FOR CAMPO DE DALIAS, ALMERIA 
95/11/61/014 
Current population 
(inhabitants) 
Design population 
equivalent (IE) 
Total average BOD 
on entry (mg/1) 
Total average BOD 
on exit (mg/1) 
Total average S S on 
entry (mg/1) (mean 
values) 
Total average SS on 
exit (mg/1) 
Average daily 
volume of water 
(mVday) Rio Chico 
300 
350 
475 
25 
300 
35 
140 Dalias 
3 930 
3 930 
475 
25 
300 
35 
880 El Ejido 
26 339 
26 339 
475 
25 
300 
35 
7 827 S ta Maria 
de Aguila 
14 203 
14 203 
475 
25 
300 
35 
4 632 
Isr} 
WASTE WATER TREATMENT FOR CAMPO DE DALIAS, ALMERIA 
95/11/61/014 
Current population 
(inhabitants) 
Design population 
equivalent (IE) 
Total average BOD on 
entry (mg/1) 
Total average BOD on 
exit (mg/1) 
Total average S S on 
entry (mg/1) 
Total average S S on exit 
(mg/1) 
Average daily volume of 
water (mVday) Balerma 
4 995 
8 154 
475 
25 
300 
35 
2 492 San 
Agustin 
1 960 
1 960 
475 
25 
300 
35 
582 La 
Mojonera 
5 600 
5 600 
475 
25 
300 
35 
1 680 Puebla de 
Vicar 
6 500 
6 500 
475 
25 
300 
35 
1 940 
ASS 
WASTE WATER TREATMENT FOR CAMPO DE DALUS, ALMERIA 
95/11/61/014 
Current population 
(inhabitants) 
Design population 
equivalent (IE) 
Total average BOD on 
entry (mg/1) (mean 
values) 
Total average BOD on 
exit (mg/1) 
Total average S S on 
entry (mg/1) (mean 
values) 
Total average S S on exit 
(mg/1) 
Average daily volume of 
water (mVday) Solanillo 
75 000 
106 686 
475 
25 
300 
35 
35 263 Felix 
600 
1 200 
475 
25 
300 
35 
340 Enix 
250 
600 
475 
25 
300 
35 
160 Total 
166 927 
208 522 
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7. Work schedule 
" Category of work ' Commencement Completion >' 
Preparation of project 5.6.1993 7.2.1995 
Purchase of land 10.4.1995 
Main work 31.8.1995 3112 1998 
Operational phase 1.1.1999 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The cost-benefit analysis was based on: 
investments for a useful life of 20 years, 
running and maintenance costs, 
charges for discharge and sewerage, and water rates (running costs are 
covered by contributions from users), 
"ir? 
environmental benefits, 
reuse of treated water. 
The internal rate of return is 8.12% 
In addition to the above figures, the project will have an impact on the economic 
development of the area, including the development of rural tourism, as well as 
increasing the well-being of the local population. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
The project will have a positive effect on the environment for the following 
reasons: 
improvement of the environment thanks to treatment to eliminate 
contamination in the liquid waste from human activities, 
increased availability of water, with less diffuse pollution, 
less pollution of the groundwater through leaching, 
systematic improvement in marine ecosystems which previously suffered 
from the discharge of insufficiently treated waste water, 
compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC. 
The municipal rules on waste disposal apply. These require industrial waste to be 
pretreated before it is discharged into the sewer system. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) 
Total cost: 32 594 272 
Eligible cost (after 7.4.1995): 32 594 272 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 27 705 131 
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Summary of project 
No 95/11/61/015 
1. Name of project: 
Waste-water treatment plant for Murcia-East. 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162. 28071 Madrid 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Calidad de las Aguas. 
3.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana, 67. 28071 Madrid-Espana. 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Murcia 
Autonomous Community: Murcia 
5. Description 
The project involves installing the facilities needed for the treatment of waste 
water in the town of Murcia. 
This will require the following work: 
A waste-water treatment system involving the following processes: pretreatment, 
flow measurement, initial settling, biological treatment, secondary settling, 
recirculation of biological sludge, disinfection of the effluent using chlorine, ozone 
or ultraviolet and dosing of the reagents during the initial settling process. 
A sludge treatment system involving the following processes: thickening of 
sludge from the initial settling and biological sludge, anaerobic digestion, 
equalizing tank for the digested sludge, dehydration, storage and disposal. 
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A gas treatment system involving the following processes: 
stofage of gas from the digestion process in a hydraulically closing gas holder, 
compressors for pressurizing the gas before it enters the burner, boilers for heating 
the water and a chimney for burning off surplus gas. 
A system for the treatment of odours and ventilation of the premises, involving 
the following processes: capture of contaminated air using extractors, transport to 
the deodorization system, chemical contact columns and evacuation to the outside. 
Deodorization is planned at the following points: 
the point of arrival, lifting of the raw water, pretreatment, initial settling, sludge 
thickening, in the sludge storage tank, the dehydration and heating building and 
the pumping and sludge chambers. 
6. Objectives 
To build and fit out a treatment plant for waste water from the collectors of the 
eastern part of the town of Murcia. This will reduce the pollution in the waste 
water from the town, which has a population equivalent of 875 000, to acceptable 
levels for discharge into the river Segura. 
The basic parameters of the treatment plant are as follows: 
| 95/11/61/015 | TOTAL "~] 
Current population 
(inhabitants) 285 015 
Design population 
equivalent (PE) 875 000 
Total average BOD5 
on entry (mg/1) 350 
Total average BOD5 
on exit (mg/1) 25 
Total average S S on 
entry (mg/1) 300 
Total average SS on 
exit (mg/1) 25 
Average daily volume 
of water (mVday) 150 000 
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Category of work Commencement Completion 
Preparation of project 
Purchase of land 
Main work 15.4.1994 31.12.1998 
Operational phase 1.1.1999 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The cost-benefit analysis was based on: 
investments for a useful life of 20 years, * 
running and maintenance costs, . ' 
charges for waste disposal and sewerage, and water rates (running costs are covered 
by contributions from users), 
environmental benefits, 
reuse of treated water. 
The internal rate of return is 13.03% 
In addition to the above figures, the project will have an impact on the economic 
development of the area, including the development of rural tourism, as well as 
increasing the well-being of the local population. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
The project will have a positive effect on the environment for the following reasons: 
- improvement of the environment thanks to treatment to eliminate contamination in 
the effluent from human activities, 
increased availability of water, with less diffuse pollution, 
- less pollution of the groundwater through leaching, 
systematic improvement in marine ecosystems which previously suffered from the 
discharge of insufficiently treated waste water, 
compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC. 
The municipal rules on waste disposal apply. These require industrial waste to be 
pretreated before it is discharged into the sewer system. 
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Total cost: 23 247 476 
Eligible cost (after 7.4.1995): 23 247 476 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 19 760 354 
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Summary of project 
No 95/11/61/017 
1. Name of project: 
Construction of collectors and expansion of the waste-water treatment plant at 
Rincôn de Leôn, Alicante. 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Direccion General de Calidad de las Aguas 
3.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana, 67, 28071 Madrid 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Alicante 
Autonomous Community: Valencia 
5. Description 
The project involves installing the facilities needed for the treatment of waste 
water in Alicante. This will require the following work: 
1. Replacement of the general collectors linking San Vicente and Alicante. 
2. Replacement of the collector linking the commerical centre to the western 
collector. 
3. Improvement of the San Gabriel pumping station. 
4. Transporting the water from the San Gabriel pumping station to the 
treatment plant. 
5. The pump îg station of Barranco de las Ovejas. 
6. Expan^on and improvement of the waste-water treatment plant at Rincôn 
de Leôn. Demolition and rebuilding of the facilities for pretreatment, initial 
settling, thickening and anaerobic digestion, in particular. The treatment 
plant will have the following treatment systems: 
waste-water treatment system: pretreatment, initial settling, 
biological treatment (activated sludge) and disinfection. 
Deodorization will be carried out by means of activated charcoal; 
sludge treatment system: recirculation of sludge from initial 
settling, thickening by gravity, anaerobic digestion, heating of the 
sludge and mechanical dehydration using centrifuges. 
7. Collector taking treated waste water from the treatment plant to the San 
Gabriel pumping station and from there to the underwater outlet channel. 
8. Underwater outlet channel 500 m long for discharging the treated waste 
into the sea. 
9. Construction of a reservoir for water intake to supply 4 hm3 per year. 
6. Objectives 
To install facilities at a plant treating the waste water from the general collectors 
of the municipality of Alicante. This will reduce the pollution in the waste water 
from the municipality, which has a population of 373 000 inhabitants equivalent, 
to acceptable levels for discharge into the Segura river or into the sea. 
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Current population 
(inhabitants) 325 000 
Design population 
equivalent (PE) 373 000 
Total average BOD5 
on entry (mg/1) 453 
Total average BOD5 
on exit (mg/1) 30 
Total average S S on 
entry (mg/1) 422 
Total average S S on 
exit (mg/l) 39 
Average daily volume 75.000 
of water (mVday) 
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Category of work Commencement Completion 
Preparation of project 
Purchase of land 
Main work 31.12.1994 31.12.1997 
Operational phase 1.1.1998 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
The cost-benefit analysis was based on: 
investments with a useful life of 20 years, 
running and maintenance costs, 
charges for discharge and sewerage, and water rates (running costs are covered by 
contributions from users), 
environmental benefits, 
reuse of treated water. 
The internal rate of return is 9.62%. 
In addition to the above figures, the project will have an impact on the economic 
development of the area, including the development of rural tourism, as well as 
increasing the well-being of the local population. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
The project will have a positive effect on the environment for the following reasons: 
improvement of the environment thanks to treatment to eliminate pollution caused by 
waste products from human activities, 
increased availability of water, with less wide-spread pollution, 
less pollution of the groundwater through leaching, 
systematic improvement in marine ecosystems which previously suffered from the 
discharge of insufficiently treated waste water. 
compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC, 
The municipal rules on the discharge of liquid waste apply. These require industrial waste 
to be pretreated before it is discharged into the sewer system. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
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Total cost: 16 886 085 
Eligible cost (after 7.4.1995): 16 886 085 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 14 353 172 
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Summary of project 
No 95/11/61/018 
1. Name of project: 
Collectors for central Asturias. 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Calidad de las Aguas 
3.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana, 67, 28071 Madrid 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Asturias 
Autonomous Community: Asturias 
5. Description 
This project involves the installation of the facilities needed for the disposal of 
waste water from the municipalities of El Berrôn, Oviedo, Siero, Aller and Mierés, 
in central Asturias. 
This will require the following work: 
(a) GENERAL COLLECTOR FOR THE RIVER ALLER IN THE CAUDAL 
BASIN, FROM SO VILLA TO OYANCO 
The main section runs more or less parallel to the Aller river, along 
6 421 m, with pipelines of 300 mm, 500 mm and 600 mm in diameter. In 
addition 14 connecting collectors are planned, involving a total of 9 074 m 
of pipeline. 
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(b) GENERAL COLLECTOR FOR THE RIVER NORE1NTA FROM LA 
FRESNEDA TO NORENA 
This section involves around 8 632 m of pipeline of 1 000 mm, 800 mm 
and 600 mm in diameter so that the water speed is always between 0.6 and 
3.0 m/s. Maximum and minium inclines are 0.4% and 0.2% respectively. 
(c) GENERAL COLLECTOR FOR THE RIVER NORA FROM 
LLAMARGAS TO EL BERRÔN 
The collector is 4 240 m long and consists of pipeline of 1 000 mm and 
800 mm in diameter. It carries waste water from the municipalities of El 
Berrôn in Villapérez to the treatment plant of Villapérez. The water speed 
is between 0.6 and 3.0 m/s. Maximum and minimum inclines are 0.29% 
and 0.2% respectively. 
6. Objectives 
To carry out the work and install the facilities for the three collectors which carry 
waste water from the municipalities of El Berrôn, Oviedo, Siero, Aller and Mierés 
to the treatment plants of Villapérez and Baina. This will reduce the pollution in 
the waste water from the municipalities in question, which have a population of 
85 000 inhabitants. The collectors have the following basic parameters: 
COLLECTORS IN CENTRAL ASTURIAS 
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Current population 
(inhabitants) 
Design population 
equivalent (PE) Rio Nora 
collector 
16 297 
30 000 Rio Norena 
collector 
18 075 
40 000 Rio Aller 
collector 
13 170 
15 000 TOTAL 
47 542 
85 000 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Preparation of project 20.7.1994 25.11995 
Purchase of land 6.6.1994 
Main work 21.11.1994 5.12.1996 
Operational phase 21.11.1997 
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8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
The cost-benefit analysis was based on: 
investments with a useful life of 20 years, 
running and maintenance costs, 
charges for discharge and sewerage, and water rates (running costs are covered by 
contributions from users), 
environmental benefits, 
reuse of treated water. 
The internal rate of return is 23.26%. 
In addition to the above figures, the project will have an impact on the development 
of rural tourism, improvements in the quality of the environment, recovery offish life 
and other productive activities, better river use, increase value of surrounding estates, 
enhanced quality of life, elimination of environmental degradation and increase in 
social awareness. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
The project will have a positive effect on the environment for the following reasons: 
compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC, 
improvement of the environment thanks to treatment to eliminate pollution caused 
by waste products from human activities, 
increased availability of water, with less wide-spread pollution, 
less pollution of the groundwater through leaching, 
systematic improvement in marine ecosystems which previously suffered from the 
discharge of insufficiently treated waste water. 
The municipal rules on the discharge of liquid waste apply. These require industrial 
waste to be pretreated before it is discharged into the sewer system. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
Total cost: 15 483 943 
Eligible cost (after 7.4.1995): 15 483 943 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 13 161 351 
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River Aller collector: 5 938 160 
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River Norena collector: 5 760 120 
River Nora collector: 3 785 663 
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Summary of project 
No 95/11/61/019 
Name of project: 
Sewerage for the left bank of the Avilés estuary. 
Authority making the application 
Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 
Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
Name: 
Address: 
Location Direccion General de Calidad de las Aguas 
Paseo de la Castellana, 67, 28071 Madrid 
Member State: Spain 
Region: Asturias 
Autonomous Community: Asturias 
5. Description 
The project involves the installation of the facilities needed for the disposal of 
urban waste water from the left bank of the Avilés estuary. 
The planned sewer system consists of a large collector and several secondary 
collectors to collect all the waste from the left bank of the estuary, including that 
from much of the municipality of Castrillôn, in order to transport it to the inner 
harbour of the port, where it will be taken across the river. 
The general collector is 5 999 m long. 
6. Objectives 
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To install the collectors which will carry waste water from the municipality of 
Avilés to the planned treatment plant at Nieva. This will reduce the pollution in 
the waste water from the municipalities in question, which have a population of 
140 000 inhabitants. The basic parameters are as follows: 
SEWERAGE FOR THE LEFT BANK OF THE AVILÉS ESTUARY 
95/11/61/019 TOTAL 
Current population 
(inhabitants) 140 620 
Design population 
equivalent (I.E.) 169 589 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
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Preparation of project 
Purchase of land 
Main work 1.10.1995 31.12.1997 
Operational phase 1.1.1998 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
The cost-benefit analysis was based on: 
investments with a useful life of 20 years, 
running and maintenance costs, 
charges for discharge and sewerage, and water rates (running costs are covered by 
contributions from users), 
environmental benefits, 
reuse of treated water. 
The internal rate of return is 44.24%. 
In addition to the above figures, the project will have an impact on the development 
of rural tourism, improvements in the quality of the environment, recovery offish life 
and other productive activities, better river use, increase value of surrounding estates, 
enhanced quality of life, elimination of environmental degradation and- increase in 
social awareness. 
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The project will have a positive effect on the environment for the following 
reasons: 
improvement of the environment thanks to treatment to eliminate pollution caused 
by waste products from human activities, 
increased availability of water, with less wide-spread pollution, 
less pollution of the groundwater through leaching, 
systematic improvement in marine ecosystems which previously suffered from the 
discharge of insufficiently treated waste water, 
compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
Total cost: 14 015 266 
Eligible cost (after 7.4.1995): 14 015 266 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 11 912 976 
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Summary of project 
No 95/11/61/020 
1. Name of project: 
Waste-water treatment plant for Huelva 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Calidad de las Aguas. 
3.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana, 67, 28071 Madrid 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Province: Huelva 
Autonomous Community: Andalusia 
5. Description 
The project involves installing the facilities needed for the treatment of waste 
water in the municipality of Huelva. This will require the following work: 
HUELVA TREATMENT PLANT: 
The waste-water treatment system consists of pretreatment, physico-chemical 
treatment, initial settling, secondary settling and disinfection (chlorination) 
The sludge treatment system consists of a sludge pump, aeration vat, recirculation 
of sludge, thickening by gravity, anearobic digestion with energy recovery and 
deodorization. 
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6. Objectives 
To build and fit out the plant that will treat the waste water from the collectors 
of Huelva. This will reduce the pollution in the waste water from the municipality, 
which has a population of 180 000 inhabitants equivalent, to acceptable levels for 
discharge via underwater outlet channels into the Atlantic Ocean. 
The basic parameters of the treatment plants are as follows: 
| 95/11/61/017 | TOTAL | 
Current population 
(inhabitants) 144 008 
Projected population 
equivalent IE) 180 000 
Total average BOD5 
on entry (mg/1) 200 
Total average BOD5 
on exit (mg/1) 25 
Total average S S on 
entry (mg/1) 277 
Total average S S on 
exit (mg/1) 35 
Average daily volume 58 500 
of water (mVday) 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Preparation of project 
Purchase of land 
Main work 1.1.1995 30.6.1998 
Operational phase 1.7.1998 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
The cost-benefit analysis was based on: 
investments fwith a useful life of 20 years, 
running and maintenance costs, 
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- charges for discharge and sewerage, and water rates (running costs are covered by 
^^contributions from users), 
- environmental benefits, 
- reuse of treated water. 
The internal rate of return is 11.31% 
In addition to the above figures, the project will have an impact on the economic 
development of the area as well as increasing the well-being of the local population. 
9. Assessment •> ...mai ^ 
The project will have A ^^.ive erfect on the environment for the following reasons: 
compliance with Directive 91/271 /EEC, 
improvement of the environment thanks to treatment to eliminate pollution causçd by 
waste products from human activities, 
increased availability of water, with less wide-spread pollution, 
less pollution of the groundwater through leaching, 
systematic improvement in marine ecosystems which previously suffered from the 
discharge of insufficiently treated waste water. 
The municipal rules on the discharge of liquid waste apply. These require industrial waste 
to be pretreated before it is discharged into the sewer system. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
Total cost: 22 794 059 
Eligible cost (after 7.4.1995) 22 794 059 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 19 374 950 
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1. Name of project; 
Sewerage, Madrid - 1995 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Ayuntamiento de Madrid 
3.2. Address: Barcelô 6 - 28004 Madrid 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Madrid 
5. Description 
Group of six projects relating to the deodorization of waste water to help improve 
the quality of the environment along the Manzanares river in Madrid. 
1. Technical adjustment of the data acquisition system of waste water treatment 
plants in Madrid. Improvement and modification of the existing system by 
installing new equipment in the city council's control centre and in each of the 
seven waste water treatment plants. Installation of a local Ethernet network. 
2. Extension of the deodorization system of the Viveros de la Villa treatment 
plant. Application of the system to coarse screening, sludge sieving and the 
filtration chamber; rearrangement of the three enclosures to achieve a 
satisfactory working environment for the staff without reducing the 
effectiveness of the deodorization process. 
3. Covering of the primary settling tanks of the Viveros de la Villa treatment 
plant. Design and construction of the enclosures needed to insulate the tanks 
and prevent the escape of gases; design and installation of the devices 
required to extract the air from inside the tanks and treat it. 
4. Construction of a biological sludge separator for the La China treatment plant. 
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Installation of a circular separator with a diameter of 15 m, a sludge storage 
tank and pump; replacement of existing sludge pumps with better quality 
ones; installation of a new separation line, an air injection and pressurization 
system, a sludge return device and the necessary electrical equipment; 
adjustment of pumping or digestion system and necessary ancillary works. 
5. Second phase of the work to improve the environmental conditions at the La 
China treatment plant. Works and equipment to fully or partially eliminate the 
production of unpleasant odours in the areas where the pretreatment of raw 
waste water and anaerobic sludge digestion take place. 
6. First phase in the work to improve the environmental conditions at the 
Butargue treatment plant. Construction of buildings to enclose the 
pretreatment areas (rough screening, sieving, conveyor belts andxontainer-
compacter) and insulate them from the outside. Each enclosure will be fitted 
with a system for the extraction of air which will subsequently require 
treatment. 
6. Objectives 
To improve and modify the data acquisition system to provide more accurate 
information in a shorter time. 
To reduce the unpleasant odours inside treatment plants and prevent their escape 
into the surrounding area. 
To improve sludge management. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1.9.1995 31.12.1995 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The economic analysis of each of the projects was based on a 25 year period. 
The internal rate of return varies between 8% and 21.9% 
The costs include the investments in civil engineering or equipment for each 
project and the running and maintenance costs. 
The benefits taken into account were the environmental ad\antages and protection 
of public water resources. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
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The projects are remedial in nature, aiming to improve the environmental 
conations of treatment plants in Madrid by reducing the production of unpleasant 
odours. The data acquisition system will reduce the down time of the plants and 
consequently the quantity of untreated waste water discharged directly into the 
watercourse. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) 
(Ecu 1 = Ptas 161.225) 
Total cost: 2 013 335 
Eligible costs: 2 013 335 
Rate of assistance: 80% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 1 610 668 
Breakdown of the aid 
1. Technical adjustment of the data acquisition 
system of waste water treatment plants in Madrid: 380 090 
2. Extension of the deodorization system of the 
Viveros de la Villa treatment plant: 129 012 
3. Covering of the primary settling tanks of the 
Viveros de la Villa treatment plant: 198 480 
4. Construction of a biological sludge separator for 
the La China treatment plant: 277 873 
5. Second phase of the work to improve the environmental 
conditions at the La China treatment plant: 277 873 
6. First phase in the work to improve the environmental 
conditions at the Butargue treatment plant: 347 341 
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1. Name of project: 
Urban waste, Madrid 1995 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Ayuntamiento de Madrid 
3.2. Address: Barcelô 6 - 28004 Madrid 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Madrid 
5. Description 
Five projects, four of which are to be carried out in Valdemingomez, where there 
is a municipal integral treatment plant for solid urban waste with a capacity of 
1 200 tonnes/day. This facility comprises a recycling and composting plant and 
an energy recovery plant. The other project concerns the Migas Calientes plant. 
1. Improvement and adjustment of the Valdemingomez recycling and 
composting unit to increase its capacity to 850 t/day. 
The unit will be integrated with the existing facilities, which will be 
adjusted to cope with its new capacity, along with the necessary 
environmental improvements: separation of rain water and leachate, 
construction of new collecting tanks for leachate, landscaping with 
remodelling of buildings and embellishment of installations. 
2. Improvement of composting unit of Madrid's integral treatment plant for 
solid urban waste. 
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The project concerns the treatment plant situated in Valdemingomez and 
involves expanding and automating the existing fermentation area and 
making some improvements to the compost refining system. 
These improvements will require the adaptation and extension of existing 
facilities and the installation of new equipment. 
3. The automatic loading and unloading control system for Madrid's integral 
treatment plant for solid urban waste. 
The main job of the planned system is to calculate and store information 
on the loads delivered by the trucks which feed the plant. It consists of 
entry and exit equipment, a central control unit and devices for identifying 
the trucks. 
4. Activated charcoal treatment of flue gas at Madrid's energy recovery 
plant. 
Inclusion in the Valdemingomez incinerator's gas treatment unit of a 
system for treating flue gas with activated charcoal in dust. The first step 
is to solve the problem of storing and mixing the two products to be 
injected: activated charcoal and hydrated lime dust. The second step is to 
inject a controlled and constant amount of the mixture into the flue. 
5. Vegetable waste treatment plant at Viveros de Migas Calientes. 
Construction of a vegetable waste treatment plant occupying a surfaced 
area of 15 314 m2 including: reception and storage area, treatment area, 
final production and mixing area. 9 000 t/year of vegetable waste will be 
treated. 
6. Objectives 
To adapt the recycling plant to new process for selective collection at source and 
an increase in production. 
To improve and optimize turning and fermentation in the composting process and 
the physical and biological quality of the compost. 
Computerized data acquisition and management of access by. trucks and the loads 
brought to the integral waste treatment plant. 
To restore the tipping area. 
To recover vegetable waste and use it in the production of compost. 
7. Work schedule 
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Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 7.4.1995 31.12.1996 
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8. Economie and social cost-benefit analysis 
The economic analysis of each of the projects was based on a 15 year period. 
The internal rate of return varies between 8% and 13% 
The costs include the investment and running and maintenance costs. 
The quantified benefits are: reduction in nuisance to those living in the area, 
savings in waste management, sale of byproducts (compost) and environmental 
advantages (reduction in bad odours, transport costs). 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
The purpose of the projects is to eliminate most of the air, soil and water 
pollution generated by the treatment of waste, by reducing: 
- the impact of fermentation odours on the environment, 
- the level of emissions of mercury dioxins in flue gases. 
- the disposal of vegetable wastes into the environment. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) 
Total cost: 11227 167 
Eligible costs: 11 227 167 
Rate of assistance: 80% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 8 981 733 
Breakdown of the aid 
1. Adjustment of the recycling and composting unit 2 472 073 
2. Improvement of composting unit 4 573 980 
3. Automatic loading and unloading access control system 174 167 
4. Activated charcoal treatment of flue gas 355 280 
5. Vegetable waste treatment plant 1 406 233 
TOTAL 8 981 733 
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1. Name of project: 
Urban environment, Madrid. 1995. 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Ayuntamiento de Madrid 
3.2. Address: Barcelô 6 - 28004 Madrid 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Madrid 
5. Description 
This Decision concerns two projects: 
1. Construction of a centre for acoustic research in Madrid. 
The centre will consist of a central building, a vehicle testing track and a 
platform for measuring the noise emitted by machinery in general. 
The building will have measurement laboratories for vehicles and machinery, 
a laboratory for maintaining and calibrating instruments, an anechoic 
chamber and a computerized library to centralize information. 
The entire construction has been designed with soundproofed partitions, in 
accordance with all the existing guidelines on the subject. 
2. Restoration of run-down areas and improvement of the environment in the Casa 
de Campo park. 
The following measures will be carried out: 
prevention of pollution in the park. To this end the springs and fountains will 
be decontaminated and watercourses will be cleaned; 
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teafforestation of areas of the park suffering from compaction and erosion. 
Specific measures will include the creation of drainage channels and 
replanting of shrubs and herbaceous plants in the affected areas; 
improvements to plants, particularly shrubs and herbaceous plants; 
installation of feeders, nesting boxes and platforms; planting of wild fruit 
trees and creation of small ponds; 
regeneration of the fauna by introducing cyprinids (carp, etc.), lagomorphs 
(rabbits and hares), sciuridae (squirrels) and anatidae (ducks, geese, swans, 
etc.); 
restoration of historical and environmental heritage and services; 
creation of nature trails and panoramic observation points. 
6. Objectives 
The two projects have different objectives: 
1. For the centre for acoustic research: 
to control the noise levels of cars, alarms, sirens, construction and public 
works equipment in order to reduce noise levels in the city; 
to study the geometry of noise barriers; 
to study and improve acoustic conditions of public transport with a view to 
reducing noise levels. 
2. Restoration of run-down areas and improvement of the environment in the Casa 
de Campo park in Madrid: 
to improve the physico-chemical and biological quality of the fountains, 
streams and water in circulation; 
to reduce the risk of soil erosion; 
to restore the area's indigenous vegetation and preserve plant formations of 
the greatest ecological value; 
optimize the park's educational value; 
to decontaminate an area of 13 400 m2; 
to reafforest an area of 2 147 512 m2. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1.10.1995 31.12.1996 
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8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The purpose of the cost-benefit analysis for these projects is to determine their 
economic profitability from the social viewpoint. Their useful life was estimated 
at 25 years. 
The costs include the investment. Maintenance costs are estimated at 5 % of the 
investment. 
The benefits of the centre for acoustic studies are: 
protection of the population from noise pollution. Inspection capacity will be 
increased by around 500%. Reduction in noise emission 
(environmental benefit). 
The social benefits of restoring the Casa de Campo park were evaluated on the 
basis of the cost of the trip, i.e.the time and money spent on visiting a place is 
considered as a reflection of the value given it by an individual. The sum of the 
figures collected from all the visitors represents the social value of the place. 
The internal rates of return of the two projects are estimated at 11.5 and 16.2% 
respectively. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
The projects covered by this Decision will have a positive impact on the 
environment since their purpose is: 
to preserve, protect and improve the quality of the urban environment, 
to protect public health, 
to promote prudent and rational use of natural resources. 
The projects will not affect any environmentally sensitive areas. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) 
Total cost: 4 130 652 
Eligible costs (after ): 4 130 652 
Rate of assistance: 80 % 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 3 304 522 
Breakdown of the aid: 
Centre for acoustic research: 811 715 
Restoration of the Casa de Campo park 2 492 807 
Total 3 304 522 
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ANNEX I 
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Summary of project 
No 95.11.61.022D 
1. Title 
Municipal waste in Barcelona. 1995. 
2. Body responsible for the application 
2.1. Name: Direccion General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Ayuntamiento de Barcelona 
3.2. Address: Plaza de San Miquel, s/n - 3* planta - 08002 Barcelona 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Catalonia 
5. Description 
A series of seven projects: 
1. Technical management system for selective collection at source. 
The project involves the installation of 1 500 containers for paper, glass 
and packaging, the installation of equipment for the automatic weighing 
of containers on the lorries used for collection, the purchase of mobile 
equipment (four lorries for packaging and four lorries for paper), fixed 
and control equipment, software and hardware (four units). 
2. Scrubbing the gases and filtering the fumes from the Besôs incinerator 
plant, 
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Gas emissions from the plant will be reduced using single-stage wet 
^ scrubbing and reheating. New installations will be built., new electro­
mechanical equipment installed and existing equipment modified. 
3. Collection, sorting and redespatch centres for municipal waste not 
collected from households. 
Construction of eight installations: four type-B installations, each covering 
an area of 2 400 m2 and with a processing capacity of 6 300 tonnes per 
year, and four type-A installations, each covering an area of 4 500 m2 and 
with a capacity of 12 600 tonnes per year. Ancillary work necessary for 
their operation. 
4. Modifying and bringing into operation a municipal solid waste recycling 
and recovery plant. 
This involves transforming the facilities by installing a new composting 
plant, adapting the two sorting lines at the plant for sorting thej>ackaging 
collected, installing a compacting and baling line for bulky waste, a new 
plant for domestic waste incompatible with solid municipal waste and a 
plant for washing plastic and purchasing two vehicles for the collection 
and compacting of packaging. 
5. Corrective measures at the Montcada incinerator plant. 
The project involves additions to the existing installations: (a) two 
auxiliary burners, one in each furnace, with a nominal maximum power 
of 2 500 000 kcal/h each, and the relevant cooling fans, monitoring and 
control equipment and the necessary ancillary equipment, (b) installation 
of a semi-wet gas scrubbing system consisting of a reaction tower, 
pulverizing ramps, cooling-water system and control equipment and (c) 
gas analysis equipment. 
6. Solid municipal waste sorting, recovery and transfer centres. 
The construction, equipping and operation of 12 centres. Seven type-B 
centres, covering 2 275 m2, will be constructed in Barcelona, Cerdanyola, 
S. Feliu de Llobregat, Montcada, Sr. Just D, St Vicens dels H. and 
St Andreu de la B. The other five will be type-C centres (4 500 m2), three 
of which will be sited in Barcelona, one in Badalona and one in Gava. 
7. Selective collection of packaging by means of containers located in public 
places. v • 
This involves placing an estimated 2 800 "igloo" containers for domestic 
packaging at various points in the metropolitan area of Barcelona and 
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purchasing four 20 m3 capacity lorries for emptying the containers and 
-' transporting the waste to the sorting plant. 
6. Aims 
These vary according to the project: 
1. The collection of 24 000 tonnes of waste per year. 
2. Adapting the plant to reduce emissions of pollutants into the atmosphere 
in accordance with Community rules. 
3. The collection and sorting of 75 600 tonnes of waste per year. 
4. Transformation of the plant to treat 80 000 tonnes of waste per year. 
5. Reducing gas emissions and thus pollution in the area. 
6. The treatment of 70 000 tonnes of waste per year. 
7. The collection of 35 000 tonnes of packaging waste per year. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 7.4.1995 30.12.1998 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
The economic analysis of the projects is based on an assumed life of 20 years, 
with the exception of selective collections at source, where the basis is 15 years. 
The internal rate of return varies between 8.9% and 28%. 
The costs include the investments planned for the achievement of the aims and 
the running and maintenance costs. 
The advantages are the reduction of pollution, the recovery of materials, 
recycling (sales of materials), savings in energy and materials, improvements to 
the quality of life, reclamation of areas used for uncontrolled tipping and the 
creation of jobs. 
9. Environmental impact assessment 
(a) The projects involve preventive measures to prevent waste affecting the 
environment. They will help to improve the management and recycling of 
solid waste so as to protect the environment. They will also cut back gas 
emissions to reduce atmospheric pollution in the area. 
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(b) The projects "Scrubbing the gases and filtering the fumes from the Besds 
- incinerator plant" and "Corrective measures at the Montcada incinerator 
plant" will comply with Directives 80/779/EEC, 84/360/EEC, 
85/203/EEC, 88/609/EEC and 89/429/EEC. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
(ECU 1 = PTA 161.225) 
Total cost: 24 202 200 
Costs prior to date of eligibility 155 063 
Eligible cost (after 7.4.1995): 24 047 137 
Rate of assistance: 80% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 19 237 708 
Breakdown of the aid 
AID 
1. Technical management system for selective collection 347 340 
at source 
2. Scrubbing the gases and filtering the fumes from the 8 221 554 
Besôs incinerator plant 
3. Collection, sorting and redespatch centres for 1 488 603 
municipal waste not collected from households 
4. Modifying and bringing into operation a municipal 1 985 300 
solid waste recycling and recovery plant 
5. Corrective measures at the Montcada incinerator plant 2 624 900 
6. Solid municipal waste sorting, recovery and transfer 3 108 203 
centres 
7. Selective collection of packaging by means of 1 461 808 
containers located in public places 
TOTAL. 19 237 708 
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1. Name of project: 
Urban renovation of Ciutat Vella, 1995-98. Case Antic. Barcelona 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Ayuntamiento de Barcelona 
3.2. Address: Plaça de Sant Miquel, s/n 3a planta - 08002 Barcelona 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Catalonia 
5. Description 
Renovation of the Case Antic is part of the project to revitalize the historical 
centre of Barcelona. The purpose of the project is to renovate the urban fabric 
and ensure that residents are rehoused in either newly-built or renovated 
accommodation. The project consists of four complementary measures: 
expropriation, vacation and demolition of entire blocks (1 078 dwellings and 
218 commercial premises), i.e. 124 buildings covering 75 290 m2; . 
integrated urbanization with renovation of infrastructures: transition from 
town gas to natural gas; change-over to a 220 V electricity network; link-up 
to the urban water-supply network; new system of pipelines connected to 
waste-water treatment plants. Surfacing and lighting of green areas and new 
streets (28 476 m2). 
6. Objectives 
The project has the following objectives: 
to brighten up the urban fabric by restructuring the urban area and creating a 
mosaic of green spaces; 
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7. to improve mobility in the area by introducing more pedestrian areas and cycle 
tracks; 
to remoye physical and visual barriers by introducing a system of green spaces 
and pedestrian precincts at the heart of the district; 
to reduce urban congestion by reducing the density of the population and the 
number of parking places on the streets; 
to fully renovate all the pavements and street surfaces, the sewage network and 
infrastructures. 
Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement - Completion 
Purchase of land 7.4.1995 31.12.1998 
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main work 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The economic analysis was based on a five-year period. 
The internal rate of return is 13.1%. 
The costs include investments in land management and urbanization. 
The environmental benefits were calculated using a method similar to the hedonic price 
method. 
The benefits of the measure were calculated by comparing the prices of similar 
residences in Case Antic and in outlying suburbs. The difference in prices shows the 
price component attributed to environmental value. The difference in value is multiplied 
by the number of dwellings in the area affected by the operation. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
The project will improve the quality of the environment in an urban area. 
Opening up a large recreational area for the exclusive use of pedestrians and cyclists, 
will put a stop to vehicle emissions and bring about a reduction in noise levels as well 
as a reduction in congestion caused by traffic. In addition, the creation of squares and 
gardens, the planting of trees and the placing of street furniture will improve the urban 
landscape. 
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10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) 
(ECU 1 = Ptas 161.225) 
Total-cost: 12 746 780 
Eligible costs (after 7.4.1995): 12 746 780 
Rate of assistance: 80% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 10 197 422 
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Summary of project 
No 95.11.61.Ô23A 
Title: 
Disposal of waste water in the Metropolitan Area of Barcelona (1995). 
Body responsible for the application 
Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 
Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
Name: 
Address: 
Location Area Metropolitana de Barcelona 
Carrer 62 n° 16-18 Edificio A. Zona franca 08040 Barcelona 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Catalonia 
^ Description 
No 1 Improving the sewer system in calle del Rossello between the plaza de 
Salvador Allende and calle de Pablo Picasso. 
Municipality: Sant Boi de Llobregat 
The construction and other work to be undertaken on the sewage system involves 
laying 168 m of 800 mm external diameter PVC pipe and five type A manholes. 
No 2 Improving the sewer system and resurfacing calle del Rossello between 
calle Joaquin Auger and the plaza Salvador Allende. 
Municipality: Sant Boi de Llobregat 
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The work will basically involve laying a 51 m stretch of 80 cm diameter P VC 
sewer, supplying and laying 292 m of 300 mm diameter pipe and installing 
21 syphon scuppers (30 cm x 70 cm) and six type A manholes. 
No 3 Improving the sewer system and resurfacing calle Joan Marti between 
calle Antoni Gaudi and calle Eusebi Gùell. 
Municipality: Sant Boi de Llobregat 
The construction and other work will involve supplying and laying 30 m of 60 cm 
diameter concrete pipe, laying 12 m of 800 mm diameter PVC pipe and installing 
five type A manholes and 12 syphon scuppers (30 cm x 70 cm). 
No 4 Collector sewer in calle Maria Girona between the plaza del 
Ayuntamiento and the river Llobregat. 
Municipality: Sant Boi de Llobregat 
This project falls into two quite distinct parts: 
1. Laying pipes which will replace the existing collector sewer, which is in 
very poor condition, and will form part of the municipal sewer system. 
2. Laying a new collector sewer to take waste water from a sector of the city 
without such installations and carry it to the relevant interceptor sewer. 
A total of 200 m of 60 cm diameter PVC pipe will be laid. 
No 5 Improving the sewer system and resurfacing the streets around the 
plaza de Cataluna.-
Municipality: Sant Boi de Llobregat 
The purpose of this project is to connect, in a simple and effective manner, 
outlets of rainwater and sewage to the municipal sewage system from which they 
will be carried to the Viladecans waste-water treatment plant. The work will be 
carried out in the streets around the plaza de Cataluna. 
A single collector sewer is to be built to take both rainwater and sewage from 
sewers in. the area covered by the project. A total of 1 748 m of 300 mm, 600 
mm, 800 mm and 1 000 mm diameter pipe will be laid with 1 <: ..ianholes 
(6 type A and 15 type B). 
No 6 Improving the sewer system and resurfacing the Ronda de Sant 
Ramon between calle Eusebi Guell and calle de Girona. 
Municipality: Sant Boi de Llobregat 
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This will involve constructing and laying 925 m of 30 cm, 40 cm and 60 cm 
diameter concrete pipe and installing eight type A manholes, 33 type A syphon 
scuppers and eight type B scuppers. 
No 7 Improving the sewer system and resurfacing calle de Nord. 
Municipality: Sant Boi de Llobregat 
A single collector sewer is to be built for both rainwater and sewage from sewers 
in the area covered by the project. A total of 320 m of 600 mm diameter sewers 
will be laid and 194 m of 300 mm diameter concrete pipe. In addition, 30 syphon 
scuppers (70 cm x 30 cm), seven type A manholes and two type B manholes will 
be installed. 
No 8 Disposal system and improvements in calle Canarias. 
Municipality: Santa Coloma de Gramanet 
The main sewer will be a 147 m long 80 cm diameter concrete pipe. Connections 
to private drains and scuppers will be by means of a total of 80 m of 30 cm 
diameter concrete pipe. The manholes will be 80 cm x 80 cm. Four 70 cm x 
30 cm scuppers will be installed for the collection of rainwater. 
No 9 Disposal system and improvements in Avda. Primavera. 
Municipality: Santa Coloma de Gramanet 
The state of the main sewer will be checked and six 80 cm x 80 cm manholes and 
five solid-brick syphon scuppers will be installed. 
A total of 119 m of vibrated and pressed 30 cm diameter concrete pipe will be 
laid to provide connections to the main system. 
No 10 Disposal system and improvements in calle Galceran Marquet and 
calle Letamendi. 
Municipality: Santa Coloma de Gramanet 
The existing sewer will be extended with 63 m of 60 cm diameter concrete pipe. 
Connections to be system will be provided by means of 14 pipes 30 cm in 
diameter of a total length of 63 m. 
No 11 Disposal system and improvements in calle Dante and calle Ausias 
March. 
Municipality: Santa Coloma de Gramanet 
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The-existing sewer in calle Roger de Flor will be extended into calle Dante. It 
will involve laying 60 m of 60 cm internal diameter concrete pipe. A new 50 cm 
diariïétër PVC sewer of a total length of 105 m will be laid in calle Ausias 
March. 
Connections to private drains and the nine new 70 cm x 30 cm scuppers will be 
by means of 30 cm diameter pipes. A total of 69 m of this pipe will be laid. 
No 12 Disposal system and improvements in "Barrios-95 "(calle Mila and 
calle Fontanals). 
Municipality: Santa Coloma de Gramanet 
This project forms part of a series of measures entitled "Barrios-95 
improvements" to be carried out in various streets of the municipality to provide 
basic waste-water disposal facilities. The system of scuppers needs improvement 
and piping is therefore required to connect to the main sewer system. A six metre 
length of 30 cm diameter concrete collector sewer with four syphon scuppers will 
be laid to connect to the main system. In total, 102 m of new pipe will be laid. 
No 13 Disposal system and improvements in calle Alella, calle San José and 
calle San Silvestre. 
Municipality: Santa Coloma de Gramanet 
The project involves improvements to the system of scuppers and the laying of 
8 m of 30 cm diameter prefabricated concrete piping to provide connection to the 
main sewer system. A total of 269 m of 30 cm x 20 cm pipe will also be laid. 
Two solid-brick scuppers to collect rainwater and a number of syphon 
interceptors will be installed. 
No 14 Disposal system and improvements in calle Beethoven and calle 
Camprodon. 
Municipality: Santa Coloma de Gramanet 
Work to widen the road will necessitate adjustments to and the extension of the 
system of scuppers (installation of ten 70 cm x 30 cm scuppers) and the 
connections to the main sewer system (laying of 31 m of 30 cm diameter pipe). 
In addition, 34.4 m of 800 mm diameter corrugated PVC pipe will be laid. 
No 15 Disposal system and improvements in calle Aguileras. 
Municipality: Santa Coloma de Gramanet 
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Work-to widen the road will necessitate adjustments to the system of scuppers 
(installation of seven 70 cm x 30 cm scuppers) and the connections to the main 
sewêr system (laying of 28 m of 30 cm diameter pipe). 
No 16 Improvements to the urban environment and disposal systems in 
various areas in 1995. 
Municipality: Santa Coloma de Gramanet 
The work involves increasing the diameter of the collector sewers under two 
important urban thoroughfares, Av. Anselmo de Rius and Avda. Cataluna up to 
150 cm and 110 cm diameter respectively. A total of 1 006 m of new pipe will 
be laid, 550 m at 150 cm and 456 m at 110 cm diameter. 
No 17 Canalization of the "Torrente del Fondo" stream. 
Municipality: Viladecans 
The project is to canalize a 650 m stretch of the "Torrente del Fondo? stream. 
The work consists of the construction of a corrugated steel vault leading into a 
reinforced-concrete channel which will carry the water to the existing river bed. 
The construction will not form part of the area's sewer system, from which it 
will only receive the overflow in peak periods. 
A 600 mm diameter collector sewer of about 500 m long will be laid to solve the 
problem of rainwater disposal in the most historic areas of the municipality. 
No 18 Canalization of the "Torrente de la Font" stream in Badalona 
Municipality: Badalona 
The project is for the canalization of the open stretch of the "Torrente de la Font" 
stream, the underground section having already been canalized. This involved 
changing the course of the municipal sewer which currently runs along the bed 
of the stream. 
The channel will be 1 048 m long, 6 m wide and 1.5 m deep. In addition, 40 
manholes will be installed. 
No 19 Collector sewer in the C-245 between Av. Bertrân y Giiell and the 
Riera Parets in the municipality of Gava. 
Municipality: Gava 
The 1.25 m diameter collector sewer will be of PVC. A total of 670 m of pipe 
will be laid, involving the removal and return of a considerable amount of earth 
and the removal, replacement and extension of asphalted surfaces. A total of eight 
manholes will also be installed. 
No 20 Outfall from the northern interceptor sewer in the municipality of 
Castelldefels. 
Municipality: Castelldefels 
Laying out and constructing an outfall from the interceptor sewer in the north of 
the municipality of Castelldefels. From the collector sewer, a section of pipe, 
which will serve as the by-pass for the future pumping station, will be laid, plus 
five sections of pipe (sections I to V) from the station to the sea. 
Section I will be a 16 m section of pipe between the pumping station and the 
main road. Section II will pass under the main road and will be constructed using 
ten 3 m long caissons prefabricated on site. Section III will be 464 m long. 
Section IV, 117 m long, will run to the shore at Castelldefels. Finally, section V 
the final section of the collector, will be 30 m long. 
No 21 Canalization of the "Torrent de Vallmajor y Velazquez" in Badalona. 
Municipality: Badalona 
Diversion of the waters of the "Torrent de Vallmajor" to calle Velazquez by 
means of a 1.5 m square section 400 m long collector sewer which will cope with 
the water from both catchment areas. 
The collector sewer in calle Velazquez will be replaced by a 300 m long 100 cm 
diameter pipe. A 250 m section of the collector sewer along the N-II will be 
replaced by a 120 cm diameter pipe. 
No 22 Work on local collector sewers. 
Municipality: L'Hospitalet de Llobregat 
Alterations and improvements to a series of local collector sewers throughout the 
city. The collectors requiring the most urgent work are located as follows: Riera 
del Frares, Riera de la Creu, calle Marti Codolar, calle Barcelona, calle 
Casanovas, calle Castelao, calle Modern, calle Natzaret, calle Renclusa, 
Av. Masnou, calle Pukos, calle Vallparda, calle Sant Josep and calle Famés. The 
work will involve removing about 36 700 m3 of earth, laying 5 790 m of pipe of 
various diameters and installing 204 scuppers (70 cm x 30 cm), a 2 m square 
reinforced concrete double collector and 108 manholes of 80 cm diameter or 
larger. 
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No 23 Improvements to the waste-water disposal systems and repairs to the 
road surfaces in Pasaje del Mercat, calle Barcelona, Av. Pompeu 
~ Fabra, calle Tossa, calle Lloret, calle Tarragona and calle Empûries. 
Municipality: El Prat de Llobregat 
Improvement to rainwater drainage in four areas of the municipality: Pasaje del 
Mercat, calle Barcelona, Av. Pompeu Fabra, calle Tossa, calle Lloret, calle 
Tarragona and calle Empuries. 
The existing collector sewer in Pasaje del Mercat will be replaced given the 
practical impossibility of laying a second parallel pipe. A new 630 mm diameter 
central collector sewer will be laid in calle Barcelona. In Av. Pompeu Fabra, the 
existing collector sewer under the pavement will be replaced by anew pipe under 
the centre of the road. 
6. Aims 
- Improvements to the urban waste-water disposal systems to prevent'flooding. 
- The installation of 17 829.4 m of pipe. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 7.4.1995 31.12.1996 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
The economic analysis of the projects is generally based on a life of twenty 
years. The internal rate of return generally varies between 8.0% and 14.4% and, 
in certain cases, is as high as 27.4%. 
The costs include the planned investments. 
The advantages were assessed by considering the aims from the widest possible 
point of view, selecting those which could be quantified, in accordance with the 
precision with which the projects are defined. In each case, an assessment of 
quantifiable intangible advantages and a qualitative description of unquantifiable 
advantages was made. 
9. Environmental impact assessment 
The work on waste-water disposal systems will aid compliance with 
Directive 91/271/EEC concerning urban waste-water treatment by improving the 
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10. disposal infrastructures of a number of municipalities and thus helping to achieve 
the objective of the Directive: protecting the environment from the harmful 
effects of waste-water discharges. 
Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
(ECU 1 = PTA 161.225) 
Total cost: 
Costs incurred before eligibility date: 
Eligible cost (after 7.4.1995): 
Rate of assistance: 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 15 828 699 
14 886 
15 813 813 
80% 
12 651 050 
Breakdown of the aid 
PROJECTS TOTAL , 
- AID 
N'l - Improving the sewer system in calle del Rossello" between the 27 812 
plaza de Salvador Allende and calle de Pablo Picasso. 
N°2 - Improving the sewer system and resurfacing calle del Rossello 24 314 
between calle Joaquin Auger and the plaza Salvador Allende. 
N'3 - Improving the sewer system and resurfacing calle Joan Marti 18 359 
between calle Antonio Gaudi and calle Eusebi Giiell. 
N84 - Collector sewer in calle Maria Girona between the plaza del 466 096 
Ayuntamiento and the river Llobregat. 
N*5 - Improving the sewer system and resurfacing the streets around 168 659 
the plaza de Cataluna 
N°6 - Improving the sewer system and resurfacing the Ronda de Sant 73 388 
Ramon between calle Eusebi Giiell and calle de Girona. 
N"7 - Improving the sewer system and resurfacing calle de Nord. 58 398 
N°8 - Disposal system and improvements in calle Canarias. 48 514 
N°9 - Disposal system and improvements in Avda Primavera. 139 869 
N*10 - Disposal system arid improvements in calle Galceran Marquet 85 218 
and calle Letamendi. 
N'll - Disposal system and improvements in calle Dante and calle 87 307 
Ausias Ma/ch. 
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N#12 - Disposal system and improvements in "Barrios-95" (calle 54 101 
Mila and-^alle Fontanals). 
N'13 - Disposal system and improvements in calle Alella, calle San 92 829 
José and calle San Silvestre. 
N"14 - Disposal system and improvements in calle Beethoven and 66 243 
calle Camprodon. 
N* 15 - Disposal system and improvements in calle Aguileras. 32 590 
N* 16 - Improvements to the urban environment and disposal systems 500 543 
in various areas in 1995. 
N'17 - Canalization of the "Torrente del Fondo" stream. 331 214 
N* 18 - Canalization of the "Torrente de la Font" stream in Badalona. 1 960 589 
N'19 - Collector sewer in C-245 between Av. Bertrân y Giiell and 318 879 
the Riera Parets in the municipality of Gava. * 
N"20 - Outfall from the northern interceptor sewer in the 2 159 139 
municipality of Castelldefels. 
N"21 - Canalization of the "Torrent de Vallmajor y Velazquez" in 2 046 169 
Badalona. 
N'22 - Work on local collector sewers. 3 438 673 
N'23 - Improvements to the waste-water disposal systems and 452 147 
repairs to the road surfaces in Pasaje del Mercat, calle Barcelona, 
Av. Pompeu Fabra, calle Tossa, calle Lloret, calle Tarragona and 
calle Empuries. 
12 651 050 
TOTAL 
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Summary of project 
No 95.11.61.023E 
1. Title: 
Urban environment in the Metropolitan Area of Barcelona. 1995. 
2. Body responsible for the application 
2.1. Name: Direccion General de Planificaciôn 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Area Metropolitana de Barcelona 
3.2. Address: Carrer 62 n° 16-18 Edificio A. Zona franca 08040 Barcelona 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Catalonia 
5. Description 
A series of four projects as described below. 
1. Turd Caritg Park (Phases II and III) 
Municipality: Badalona 
Laying out a city park in a run-down area. 
The project is being implemented in three phases. 
Work has already been carried out in the first area and no funding is being 
applied for. 
The-second phase will involve work in the highest of the areas, a piece of 
woodland at the junction of Avenida Caritg and Calle Pere Martell. The work 
will "involve the reafforestation and environmental rehabilitation of a very 
degraded piece of public land. It is planned to reafforest 9.5 ha with 6 000 trees. 
The third area, lying on a hill to the north-east, is more urbanized and consists 
of a series of terraces. 
2. Rehabilitation of the bed and banks of the "Riera Major" 
Municipality: Cerdanyola del Vallès 
The work involves moving earth, planting, a small amount of canalization and 
work to lay out a city park (gardening, pathways, lighting, seating). Around 20 
ha will be reafforested with a range of trees and shrubs. Access will be made 
difficult to an area extending to about 30 m from the banks to protect the 
biological processes of the riverside and aquatic species to be planted there. 
3. Reclamation and restoration of the stretch of the River Llobregat running 
through the municipality of Cornelia de Llobregat. 
Municipality: Cornelia de Llobregat 
The work will be carried out along a two kilometre stretch of the river over an 
area of approximately 16 ha. 
The work will have two objectives: 
(a) To improve the use made of environmental resources and stop the 
degradation of nature and the landscape. 
(b) To improve access to the site and its integration in the surrounding urban 
environment so that the recreational areas thus reclaimed will complement 
those already existing throughout the city. 
4. Layout and integration of an area lying between the upper and lower parts 
of Cornelia de Llobregat. 
Municipality: Cornelia de Llobregat 
The work will be carried out over a total area of 117 799 m2, although it is 
estimated that the work will have an impact on more than 34 ha. The aim of the 
project is the conversion of a very run-down area of the city of Cornelia de 
Llobregat into a large green area, including a zone of public facilities, in 
accordance with a special land-use plan, to permit the linking of two very 
important ares of the city which are currently cut off from each other. 
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The.area has been divided into four zones according to the improvements to be 
carried out: 
Zone 1 (40 788 m2): consolidation, improvement and extension of the 
built-up area around Torre de la Miranda. 
Zone 2 (4 224 m2): passage under the railway line and new direct access 
to the station and Can Mercader Park from San Ildefonso. 
Zone 3 (38 787 m2): new lay-out of the area between the extension of 
Avenida Salvador Allende and the second ring-road and the football 
stadium. 
Zone 4 (34 000 m2): the work to be carried out in this area concerns the 
long stretches between the railway line and the rear of Can Mercader 
Park. 
Aims 
To reclaim natural areas, improving the environment, eliminating existing 
risks, removing eyesores and reducing the impact of certain 
infrastructures. 
Reclamation of a total of 549 699 m2. 
Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 15.1.1995 31.12.1999 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
In order to calculate the costs and advantages, an analysis was made of the 
objectives of each project. 
Cost were calculated on the basis of the information contained in the project 
descriptions, plus maintenance and running costs where appropriate. 
The advantages were assessed by considering the aims from the widest possible 
point of view, selecting those which could be quantified, in accordance with the 
precision with which the projects are defined. In each case, an assessment of 
quantifiable intangible advantages was made and a qualitative description of 
unquantifiable advantages given. 
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The period of return varies from project to project. 
Theihtemal rate of return varies from 9.7% up to, in one case, more than 50%. 
9. Environmental impact assessment 
(a) The reclamation of natural areas will have a positive environmental 
impact. The group of projects ties in perfectly well with the objective of 
improving the urban environment set out in the Green Paper on the Urban 
Environment, its ultimate objective being to create attractive surroundings 
for the inhabitants of towns and cities and to reduce the contribution made 
by towns and cities to overall pollution. 
(b) The projects for the rehabilitation, reclamation and restoration of the 
stretch of the River Llobregat in the municipality of Cornelia de Llobregat 
and the rehabilitation of the bed and banks of the "Riera Mayor" will 
proceed on the basis of an undertaking by the competent authorities to 
consider the rehabilitated areas as public areas which cannot be built « 
upon. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
(ECU 1 = PTA 162.323) 
Total cost: 13 896 365 
Eligible cost (from 7.4.1995): 13 896 365 
Rate of assistance: 80% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 11117 091 
Breakdown of the aid 
AID 
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1) Turô Caritg Park (Phases II and 4 581 975 
III) 
2) Rehabilitation of the bed and 2 612 075 
banks of the "Riera Major" 
3) Reclamation and restoration of 492 844 
the stretch of the River 
Llobregat running through the 
municipality of Cornelia de 
Llobregat. 
4) Layout and integration of an 3 430 197 
area lying between the upper 
and lower parts of Cornelia de 
Llobregat. 
TOTAL 11 Ï17 091 
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No 95/11/61/025-2 
1. Title: 
Management of solid municipal waste. 1995. Waste recycling in Bilbao. 
2. Body responsible for the application 
2.1. Name: Direccion General de Planificaciôn 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Ayuntamiento de Bilbao 
3.2. Address: Plaza Ernesto Erkoreka, s/n Bilbao. 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: The Basque Country 
5. Description 
The Artigas rubbish tip in Bilbao serves 700 000 inhabitants. The principal aim 
of this waste-recycling plan is the recovery of materials delivered to the tip for 
subsequent reuse. More specifically, the plan is for the recycling of plastic, 
ferrous metals, paper and cardboard. This will be carried out on the premises of 
the current treatment plant at the Artigas tip. The new recovery plant will be built 
beside the current plant, fed from a by-pass leading from the conveyor which 
now carries waste to the tip. After the waste has been diverted, ferrous metals 
will be recovered using an electro-magnet. The waste will then be separated in 
a trommel and other materials recovered by sorting on conveyor belts. Finally, 
the recovered materials will be carried by conveyor belts to a hopper feeding a 
self-tying baling press. The material will then be ready for dispatch. 
The remaining waste will return to the conveyor belt for tipping. 
6. Aims 
To permit the recovery of 210 000 tonnes per year of plastic, ferrous 
metals, paper and cardboard for subsequent reuse. 
To permit the reuse of materials not sorted at the point of collection and 
to extend the life of the tip. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement 1 Completion 
Main work 1.10.1995 ] 31.5.1996 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
The purpose of the cost-benefit analysis of the project is to determine its 
economic profitability bearing in mind its social advantages. The plant is assumed 
to have a life of 15 years. 
The costs include investments in various areas (construction work, equipment, 
engineering work, etc.). 
The advantages are a reduction in pollution resulting from effective treatment of 
waste, reclamation of land for other uses, reduction of the cost of waste 
management by the introduction of recycling and savings in raw materials and 
energy. 
The economic rate of return will be 16.92%. 
To the above advantages must be added other unquantifiable social benefits. 
9. Environmental impact assessment 
(a) The project will have a positive effect on the environment. The measures 
will correct environmental problems and improve the environment by 
eliminating waste, protect water and soil by reducing the risks of pollution 
and promote the rational use of the natural resources recovered by 
selective collections and recycling. 
The project will have no impact on any environmentally sensitive area and 
contains measures to correct any environmental damage caused by the 
work for its implementation. 
(b) The competent authorities will have to send toxic and dangerous waste 
without delay to a suitable plant for treatment. 
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10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
(ECU 1 = PTA 162.323) 
Total cost: 1 169 888 
Eligible cost (after 7.4.1995): 1 169 888 
Rate of assistance: 80% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 935 910 
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Summary of project 
No 95/11/61/027 
1. Title: 
Drinking-water supply works 
2. Body responsible for the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Obras Hidraûlicas (MOPTMA) 
3.2. Address: P8 de la Castellana, 67 - 28071 Madrid 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Andalusia, Aragon, Castile-La Mancha and Murcia 
5. Description 
A set of 13 projects to supply water to various communities affected by serious 
and permanent drought in the provinces of Guadalajai a, Huelva, Murcia, M' . J , 
Cuenca and Teruel. 
The mairi details of each project are described below 
1. Supply to Pezuela de Santorcaz el Pozo de Guadala, *\ .ad Pioz. 
It is planned to build a branch conduit to alleviate the pies ; need of Pezuela 
de las Torres for drinking water. The work involves the s Jation of 6 496 m 
of pipeline to increase the supply by 7 1/s. Vents and drai. : will also be fitted, 
together with their corresponding valves. The water will bt channelled into the 
urban reservoir of the community concerned. 
2. Supply to Zalamea la Real and Riotinto. 
Connection of the Chanza-Piedras system, which supplies the southern part of 
Huelva province, to the system supplying the mining district of Huelva, in order 
to remedy the water shortage caused by the drought. 
The project consists of laying pipelines and installing the necessary pumping 
stations between Valverde del Camino and the Riotinto drinking-water treatment 
plant. 
300 mm diameter pipeline: 8 000 m 
vents 13 units 
valves 7 units 
3. Supply to the Huelva mining basin pumping station 
Expansion of the pumping capacity of the conduit from the Chanza-Piedras 
system. The existing pumps in the Trigueros and Beas lifting stations will be 
replaced. 
A new pumping station will be built in Valverde del Camino to pump water to 
Zalamea. la Real and Riotinto. 
Trigueros pumping station: Pumps: 3 
Flow: 153 m3/h 
Hm: 120 m 
Beas pumping station: Pumps: 3 
Flow: 153 m3/h 
Hm: 140 m 
Valverde del Camino pumping station: Pumps: 3 
Flow: 100 m3/h 
Hm: 189 m 
4. Supply to Campo Cartagena western zone, Canteras reservoir 
Construction of a 10 000 m3 circular reservoir in reinforced concrete. 
Installation of 746.56 m of asbestos cement pipeline with a diameter of 400 
mm, buried in a trench, between the Cartagena canal and the above-
mentioned reservoir. 
5. Supply to Campo Cartagena western zone, La Aljorra pumping facilities 
Pumping station to transport water from the new Cartagena canal, with three 
motor pumps (2-1), each with a flowrate of 315 1/s at 65 m and a 220 hp 
motor. 
3.8 km of pressure pipeline 700 mm in diameter, all in asbestos cement 
except for 200 m in ductile iron. 
- -10 000 m3 rectangular equalizing reservoir in reinforced concrete. The 
reservoir will act as the end of the circuit. 
6. Supply to Campo Cartagena F2, conduits and branches 
Installation of the following pipelines (buried in trenches): 
7.95 km and 500 mm in diameter, from the Canteras reservoir to La Gufa. 
This is the general conduit. 
2.14 km, 300 mm in diameter and 5.77 km, 250 mm in diameter, from the 
end of the general conduit to connect to the existing branch supplying La 
Palma and La Aparecida. This is branch 1. 
3.4 km, 450 mm in diameter; 4.1km, 300 mm in diameter; 5.33 km, 
250 mm in diameter; 5.12 km, 200 mm in diameter, from the end of the 
general conduit to connect to the La Aljorra pressure pipe and ending at the 
supply conduit for La Palma, closing the circuit with branch 1. This is 
branch 2. 
0.5 km, 100 mm in diameter, from the general conduit to La Gufa. This is 
branch 3. 
1.25 km, 250 mm in diameter, from branch 2 to Pozo Estrechô. This is 
branch 4. 
All the pipelines are of asbestos cement, except for 1.15 km of ductile iron 
and the pipes in shafts (some 0.25 km), made in plate. 
7. Supply to Campo Cartagena eastern zone, conduit for southern zone of 
Mar Menor, Cabezo Beaza Beal section. 
Pumping station to transport water from the Cabezo Beaza reservoir, with 
three motor pumps (2 + 1), each with a flowrate of 200 1/s at a manometric 
head of 24 m and a 100 hp motor. 
13.3 km of asbestos cement conduit 600 mm in diameter, to the El Beal 
reservoir. 
8. Supply to Campo Cartagena eastern zone, expansion of the La Gufa 
syphon and initial construction works. 
Installation, buried in a trench, of 8.99 km of reinforced concrete pipeline 
with a plate core, 1 000 mm in diameter, between the new Cartagena canal 
and the El Cabezo Beaza reservoir. 
9. Supply to Campo Cartagena eastern zone, Connection between Cabezo 
Beaza and the Alumbres reservoir. 
Pumping station to take water from the Ei Cabezo Beaza reservoir, with 
three motor pumps (2 -f- 1), each with a flowrate of 450 m3/h at 16 m and 
a 50 hp motor. 
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- -5-8 km of pressure pipe, 600 mm in diameter, almost entirely in asbestos 
cement, leading to the Alumbres reservoir of the Mancomunidad de los 
Tonales del Taibilla. 
10. Supply to communities in the province of Malaga 
This project involves the following work: 
Alozaina: installation of a bore hole and conduit to supply Jorox; 
Almachar and El Borge: deepening and adjustment of the intake well in the 
Benamargosa river; 
Casabermeja: catchment and conveyance of water from the Puerto de las 
Pedrizas area; 
Colmenar: catchment and conveyance of water from El Hundidero; 
Jimena de Librar: Improvement of supply and protection wall on the 
Guadiaro river; 
Malaga: vaulting of stream in the Calle Conde de Lemos. 
11. Filtering at the Vinuela reservoir for the eastern Costa del Sol 
Treatment of raw water at a rate of 1 200 1/s from the Vinuela dam by installing 
seven sand pressure filters and adding reagents, for the supply of the eastern 
Costa del Sol. 
12. Catchment and conduits for the supply of drinking water to Minglanilla. 
Measures to supply water to the community of Minglanilla: workover of a well 
400 mm in diameter and 300 m deep. Installation of an 86 hp pump powered by 
a 150 kVA power unit, laying of a medium voltage line over 100 m and a low 
voltage line over 96 m; installation of a 160 kVA transformer; laying of a 
pipeline 200 mm in diameter. 
13. Catchment and additional conduits for the supply to Teruel. 
This involves: 
catchment of water, 
conduits to provide additional supply to the town of Teruel. 
Materials required: 
4 068 m of pressure pipeline for water, 
691 m of drilling for wells and reconnaissance wells, 
two transforming centres, 
six centrifugal pumps for transporting water. 
6. Aims 
All of the measures in this set of projects are included in the preliminary drafts 
of the Water Plan for Cuenca and the National Water Plan, thereby ensuring 
consistency with the national water strategy. 
The.raain objectives of this set of projects are: 
to supply drinking water to 340 100 people suffering the effects of drought, 
- to build an infrastructure consisting of 93 868 m of conduits and various 
pumping stations and other ancillary facilities necessary for the supply of 
water and the sustainable development of the area, 
to improve the urban water supply, 
to improve water quality, 
to improve the health conditions and quality of life of the population 
concerned, 
to increase the availability of water through rational and coordinated use, 
to improve the management and use of water. 
The specific objectives of the set of projects are as follows: 
POPULATION MVDAY 
SUPPLIED 
Supply to Pezuela de Santorcaz el Pozo de 1 500 605 
Guadalajara and Pioz, Guadalajara 
Supply to Zalamea la Real and Riotinto, Huelva 23 000 
Supply to the Huelva mining basin pumping station, 22 000 9 744 
Huelva 
Supply to Campo Cartagena western zone, Canteras 170 000 250 128 
reservoir, Cartagena 
Supply to Campo Cartagena western zone, La 
Aljorra pumping facilities, Cartagena 
Supply to Campo Cartagena F2, conduits and 
branches, Cartagena 
Supply to Campo Cartagena eastern zone, conduit 
for southern zone of Mar Menor, Cartagena 
Supply to Campo Cartagena eastern zone, 
expansion of the La Gufa syphon and initial 
construction works, Cartagena 
Supply to Campo Cartagena eastern zone, 
connection between Cabezo Beaza and the 
Alumbres reservoir, Cartagena 
Supply to communities in the province of Malaga, 
Malaga 
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Filtering at the Vinuela reservoir for the eastern 70 000 103 680 
Costa deLSol, Malaga 
Catchment and conduits for the supply of drinking 3 000 
water to Minglanilla, Cuenca 
Catchment and additional conduits for the supply to 35 000 12 960 
Teruel, Teruel 
TOTAL 324 500 377 117 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1.4.1995 31.12.1995 * 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
It is not always possible to obtain directly the data needed to carry out a cost-
benefit analysis on a set of projects like these. Some of the data have therefore 
had to be determined indirectly on the basis of certain criteria or initial premises. 
In identifying the costs, account was taken of: 
investment costs, the figures for which are included in the information in the 
projects; 
operating costs, including all the costs arising from the use of the 
infrastructures in question as well as the costs of equipment with a lifespan 
shorter than that of the project. 
In identifying the benefits, account was taken of the value of damages or costs 
avoided and of the goods and services made available to the communities in 
question as a consequence of the project. 
The following benefits were identified: 
availability of water with service guaranteed, 
improvement in water quality, 
reduction in over-exploitation of aquifers. 
The internal rate of return for the project is 212.66% (Pezuela: 29.30%; 
Zalamea: 100.67%; Huelva mining basin: 100.58%; Campo de .Cartagena: 
137.57%; Malaga province: 182.49%; eastern Costa del Sol: 833.67%; 
Minglanilla: 22.39%; Teruel: 92.28%.) 
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9. Environmental impact analysis 
1. In view of the definition and objectives of this set of projects, it will 
contribute to: 
- the conservation, protection and improvement of the quality of the 
environment, 
- water management. 
2. These measures will provide drought-stricken communities with the 
infrastructures needed to improve their quality of life. 
3. This set of projects will have basically palliative effects, since the damage 
caused by the drought in recent years has obliged the Spanish government to 
attend to the urgent needs caused by it. At the same time, these measures 
will make it possible to prevent such situations of scarcity arising in the 
future. 
4. All the measures in this set of projects must concern water for domestic use. * 
Compliance with Directive 75/442/EEC on the quality of surface water. This set 
of projects also complies with the guidelines set out in Directives 85/337/EEC, 
80/778/EEC, 74/440/EEC and 79/869/EEC. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
Total cost: 
Eligible cost (after 11.4.1995): 
Rate of assistance: 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 14 046 069 
85% 
11 939 158 14 046 069 
Breakdown of costs by project 
PROJECT ELIGIBLE COST 
Supply to Pezuela de Santorcaz el Pozo de Guadalajara 272 449 
and Pioz, Guadalajara 
Supply to Zalamea la Real and Riotinto, Huelva 810 729 
Supply to the Huelva mining basin pumping station, 811 345 
Huelva 
Supply to Campo Cartagena western zone, Canteras 461 425 
reservoir, Cartagena 
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Supply to Campo Cartagena western zone, La Aljorra 1 081 793 
pumping facilities, Cartagena 
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Supply to Campo Cartagena F2, conduits and branches, 1 980 619 
Cartagena • 
Supply to Campo Cartagena eastern zone, conduit for 1 641 172 
southern zone of Mar Menor, Cartagena 
Supply to Campo Cartagena eastern zone, expansion of 1 896 835 
the La Guia syphon and initial construction works, 
Cartagena 
Supply to Campo Cartagena eastern zone, connection 1 048 526 
between Cabezo Beaza and the Alumbres reservoir, 
Cartagena 
Supply to communities in the province of Malaga 271 064 
Malaga 
Filtering at the Vinuela reservoir for the eastern Costa 1811 203 
del Sol, Malaga 
Catchment and conduits for the supply of drinking 425 078 
water to Minglanilla, Cuenca 
Catchment and additional conduits for the supply to 1 533 978 
Teruel, Teruel 
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Summary of project 
No 95/11/61/028-1 
1. Name of project: 
Water supply in areas affected by drought in the catchment areas of southern 
Spain and the Guadalquivir. 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Obras Hidrâulicas (MOPTMA) 
3.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 67, 28071 Madrid 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Almeria, Granada, Cordoba, Malaga and Seville 
Autonomous Community: Andalusia 
5. Description 
PROJECTS IN THE CATCHMENT AREA OF SOUTHERN SPAIN 
Projects in the province of Almeria 
Owing to the persistence of the drought, the work to supply water to the 
communities concerned by the projects described hereafter is considered 
emergency work. 
5.1 Water supply to Roquetas de Mar 
The urban centres on the coast of Almeria (Roquetas de Mar and Aguadulce) 
are currently supplied by wells. This source of water is on the verge of 
drying up because of its continual use as an available resource in view of the 
drought. The infrastructures needed to solve the supply problem must 
therefore be built. 
The project involves the construction of: 
a reservoir, with a capacity of 10 000 m3, made up of two basins measuring 
40 m x 30 m x 4.25 m with straight walls of reinforced concrete H-200, 
0.35 m thick and pillars of 0.30 x 0.30 m, spaced at intervals of 5 m x 5 m, 
to support the cover made of precast girders of reinforced concrete; 
conduit from Roquetas to Aguadulce: two sections of pipeline made of 
ductile cast iron 400 mm in diameter, buried in a trench filled with selected 
excavation materials, covered and protected by a layer of sand: 
Section 1 has an overall length of 432 m and connects the reservoir at the 
end of the Beninar-Aguadulce conduit with the Aguadulce equalizing 
reservoir. It includes two valves with elastic seals, 300 mm in diameter for 
connections to the Aguadulce system. 
Section 2 has an overall length of 6 352 m and extends the final section of 
the existing conduit which will connect the Aguadulce and Roquetas 
equalizing reservoirs. The work includes the installation of eight shafts for 
bypasses, seven for air vents, and four for drains, together with five hydrants, 
as well as providing for future connections with the installation of a pressure 
reducing valve. 
5.2 Water supply for Cabo de Gâta (Almeria). 
The current drought has worsened the already precarious water supply to the 
town of Cabo de Gâta, which depends mainly on wells. This project will 
therefore solve a particularly critical water-supply problem, especially in the 
summer. 
The work involves expanding the existing desalination plant by adding a new 
reverse osmosis treatment system with an additional capacity of 500 mVday. 
installing the drinking-water plant will have no negative effects on the 
environment. The improved water supply will enhance general living 
conditions and prevent over-exploitation of the wells, which are currently in 
danger of drying up. 
5.3 Third system for the water purification plant at Bajo. Almanzora 
(Almeria). 
Analysis has found the water from the Cuevas de Almanzora reservoir to 
contain sulphate levels (937 mg/1) which do not comply with European 
22/i-
standards. The reservoir must supply water to 120 000 inhabitants, so the 
construction of the drinking-water plant is both necessary and urgent. 
In order to treat a maximum volume of 30 000 mVday it is planned to 
supplement the two treatment lines included in the project to build a 
purification plant for water from the Bajo Almanzora reservoir with a third 
line consisting of 128 pressure tanks and 768 membranes, able to treat a 
daily volume of 10 000 m3 of water, reducing levels of sulphate (SO<) from 
937 to 250 mg/1 and magnesium (Mg) from 682 to 50 mg/1. 
Work also includes the necessary connections and a raw water pumping 
station as well as electric connections, inspection facilities and the necessary 
instrumentation. 
5.4 Reservoir and conduits in districts of Los Guiraos and Guazamara 
(municipality of Cuevas de Almanzora) (Almeria). 
The current drought has worsened the already precarious water supply to 
numerous villages which depend mainly on wells. This project will therefore 
solve a particularly critical water-supply problem. 
The work involves laying a series of pipes and secondary conduits in PVC 
with internal diameters of 110 and 60 mm, buried in trenches, over a distance 
of 1 000 m to supply water to districts of Los Guiraos and Guazamara, in the 
municipality of Cuevas de Almanzora. 
Work includes connections to the general supply system as well as special 
parts and accessories. 
5.5 Reservoir and conduits in Palomares and Terreros (municipality of 
Cuevas de Almanzora) (Almeria). 
The worsening drought has aggravated the situation in many villages. An 
urgent solution is needed to their water-supply problems. 
The work involves supplementing the measures included in the project to 
install conduits for the supply of water to the communities of Bajo 
Almanzora: 
a) a cast iron pipeline 3 500 m long, with an internal diameter of 
250 mm, to the Terreros reservoir (Pulpi), with special fittings; 
b) a concrete equalizing reservoir for the official collection system, with a 
capacity of 500 m3 for Pozo Esparto and Cala Panizo in the municipality 
of Cuevas de Almanzora; 
c) a ductile iron pipeline 3 200 m long, with an internal diameter of 
150 mm, to the Palomares reservoir, with special fittings; 
d) connection to the general distribution system. 
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5.6 Water supply for Garranchuelo and Santa Cruz (municipality of Gador) 
(Almeria). 
The work includes: 
installing a water distribution system consisting of low-density 
polyethylene pipes with a diameter of 90 mm; 
installing domestic water-supply connections; 
extending the distribution system from the Plaza de la Constitution to the 
end of Calle Canalejas, using PVC tubing with an external diameter of 
160 mm and elastic joints; 
placing a set of 27 valves with elastic seals at strategic points in the 
municipal system to improve service; 
adapting the water conveyance systems converging on the Plaza de la 
Constituciôn; 
replacing all the services affected by the work. 
Projects in the province of Granada 
The critical drought in the province of Granada has caused serious water shortages 
for many small communities because water sources which supplied them have 
been exhausted. These municipalities are on red alert and urgently need a solution 
to their supply problem, because the over-exploitation of the wells and the 
depletion of surface resources means that not even minimum supplies can be 
ensured. 
5.7 Izbor-Los Acebuches. Water-supply conduits for the municipalities of 
Acebuches (Granada) 
This project will ensure the supply of water to a population of 1 750. 
Work entails: 
4.5 m of 100 mm diameter cast-iron pipeline from the base of the Beznar 
dam to the Izbor reservoir and improvement of the conduit from Izbor to 
Los Acebuches by placing 1 m of 75 mm diameter pipeline; 
a pump unit with a capacity of 10 1/s. 
5.8 Equalizing reservoir for the water supply to the villages of the Barranco 
del Porqueira: Capilera, Bubion and Pampaneira (Granada). 
The 6 200 inhabitants of these villages will be supplied with water thanks to 
this new infrastructure. 
The project involves: 
construction of a reinforced concrete equalizing reservoir with an 
approximate capacity of 2000 m3 beside the Los Lugares intake at 
Capileira. 
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installation of a water distribution system using 4 km of PVC piping 
110 mm in diameter. 
5.9 Equalizing reservoir for the water supply to La Taha: Pitres, Capilerilla, 
Mecina, Ferreirola, Atalbeitar, Portugos (Granada). 
The 4 500 inhabitants of these villages will be supplied with water thanks to 
this new work, which involves the construction of an equalizing reservoir 
with a capacity of 25 000 m3 at La Haza del Cerezo (Pitres). 
5.10 Equalizing reservoir for the water supply to the municipalities of 
Busquistar and Trevelez (Granada). 
The municipalities affected by this measure have a population of over 
1 400, and three times that number in the summer season, so that next 
summer there will be a water-supply crisis. 
The project entails supplying drinking water to Busquistar and Trevelez by 
building an equalizing reservoir. 
5.11 Adaptation of the reservoir for the municipalities of Vêlez Benaudalla. 
In the summer months, this project will supply water to a population of 
5 000. 
The purpose of the project is to improve the water supply to Vêlez de 
Benaudalla, by installing a conduit made up of 2.5 km of PVC piping 250 
mm in diameter and ancillary equipment for the existing reservoir and 
covering the reservoir in order to ensure the quality of the water. 
5.12 Water supply to the municipalities of Murtos and Turon (Granada). 
The population concerned by this project (1 650 persons), is currently 
supplied by tankers. 
The work involves: 
- the construction of a conduit 17 820 m long to supply these two 
communities, which have serious supply problems, with water from the 
Trevelez river. The conduit will consist of the following sections: 
- 13 481 m of ductile iron pipe 150 mm in diameter, 
- 3 013 m of ductile iron pipe 80 mm in diameter, 
- 1 326 m ductile iron pipe 60 mm in diameter. 
- the related facilities: 7 intakes for surrounding hamlets. 
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5.13 Water supply to Notaez (Granada). 
This project concerns a small village with absolutely no water, which 
urgently needs a solution to its supply problem. 
Work involves: 
- building a conduit 4 450 m long, with an external diameter of 110 mm, 
to bring in water from Almegijar; 
- related facilities: two 4 hp pumps. 
5.14 Equalizing reservoirs for the municipalities of Laroles and Castaras 
(Granada). 
This project involves the water supply to a population of 1 500 in a critical 
situation. 
The reservoirs have a capacity of 12 000 m3 and are concrete coated. They 
will partially equalize the irregular flow from the tributaries on the right 
bank of the Guadalfeo. Water from this source will be used to replenish 
supply and then drained off and conveyed by conduits in PCV, 200 mm and 
125 mm in diameter. 
5.15 Lifting water from the canal at 100 m above sea level to the 
municipality of Molvizar (Granada). 
This project will supply water to a population of 950. It involves installation 
of: 
- a pumping station to lift water from the Molvizar reservoir at an altitude 
of 100 m to Molvizar and Itrabao. 
- 1 300 m of pipeline to lift water to the treatment plant. 
- a water-wheel. 
Projects in the province of Malaga. 
Projects on the eastern Costa del Sol 
The communities of the eastern Costa del Sol, between Rincôn de la Victoria and 
Nerja, on the border between the provinces of Malaga and Granada, are supplied 
by wells where the ground water is overexploited and salted by sea water. 
This area is particularly densely populated during the summer, when there can be 
350 000 inhabitants. The drinking-water supply is uncertain and so needs an 
infrastructure to solve the problem definitively. 
5.16 Vinuela-Mâlaga connection (municipality of Vêlez Malaga) (Malaga) 
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Installation of a pipeline 800 mm in diameter between the Toro reservoir (Torre 
del mar) and the Jaboneros reservoir (Malaga) over a distance of 28 km. All kinds 
of special parts, including connections with the eastern Costa del Sol pipeline. The 
project includes resurfacing the roadway, replacing services, paths, etc. 
The project will supply drinking water to the eastern Costa del Sol and the city 
of Malaga. 
5.17 Trafiche drinking-water plant for the supply of the coast between 
Rincôn de la Victoria and Nerja (Vêlez Malaga) . 
Owing to the critical situation of the eastern Costa del Sol, there is an urgent need 
to build a drinking-water plant to treat water from the Vinuela reservoir and 
channel it to the existing supply systems. 
This will involve the addition to the existing facilities of five pressure filters and 
all the related valves and fittings, a system for air washing and draining off wash 
water, as well as devices for automatic operation. In addition the plant will be 
landscaped, an operation and control room will be built and 200 m of piping laid. 
5.18 Water supply for Rincon de la Victoria - Torre del Mar. 
The project involves laying 2.135 m of 1.200 mm diameter steel pipeline at the 
beginning of the eastern supply network of the Plan Guaro and 1.600 m of 
400 mm diameter cast iron pipeline for connection to the El Romeral reservoir and 
from there to the existing network of Velez-Mâlaga. The project includes the 
replacement of services, road resurfacing and installation of valves and fittings. 
5.19 Water supply for Vêlez Mâlaga-Rincon de la Victoria. 
This project, like the preceding ones, is designed to solve the problem of drinking-
water supply to the eastern Costa del Sol. 
Work includes: 
the replacement of defective portions of pipeline of different types and 
diameters over 4.000 m of the existing conduit between Torre del Mar and 
Rincôn de la Victoria via communities administratively dependent on Vêlez 
Malaga; 
the repair of defective connections to the Vinuela system (Plan Guaro); 
the construction of an equalizing reservoir at Rincôn de la Victoria with a 
capacity of 2000 m3 and the installation of 250 mm diameter pipelines 
connecting it to the distribution network. 
5.20 Filtering facilities for Vinuela. 
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This project complements the preceding ones and also plays a role in supplying 
drinking water to the eastern Costa del Sol. 
It involves the additional work necessary to ensure the smooth operation of the 
existing filtering plant (pressurization of filters, preparation of valley for laying 
conduits) as well as eight complete connections to the Vêlez Malaga network 
(pressure valve, flow valve, shut-off valve, ventilation systems, inspection shafts, 
etc) 
Drinking-water supply for several localities in the province of Malaga. 
Because of the serious drought affecting southern Spain, small communitites are 
facing intolerable drinking-water shortages. Communities in the province of 
Malaga are among the most seriously affected. 
The proposed water conveyance works are those which are strictly necessary to 
meet the needs of the population, improve the quality of the water supply and 
cope with future shortages. 
The sole purpose of the projects described heieafter is to improve and guarantee 
the supply of water to the inhabitants of these seriously affected communities. 
5.21 Water supply to the municipality of Casabermeja (Malaga). 
This project will supply water to a population of 3 700 by installing 10 km of 
supply pipeline. 
It includes installation of special parts (valves, drains, manholes, road crossings, 
etc). 
5.22 Water supply to Pizarra and Cartama (Malaga). 
The project will supply drinking water to a population of 14 500 by installing a 
pumping station and the necessary connecting pipelines (2 300 m) to a 
prefabricated reservoir. The project also involves the installation of electrical 
equipment. 
5.23 Conduit for Campillos (Malaga) 
The project will concern a population of 7 600. Work consists in placing 4 400 m 
of distribution conduits in the Moheda area. 
5.24 Water supply to Alcaucin and Periana. 
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Completion of the water-supply works for small hamlets in Alcaucin and Periana, 
i.e. a population of 1 700, involving the laying of 2 000 m of conduit, including 
special parts, valves, drains, etc. 
5.25 Water supply to Moclinejo and Macharaviaya (Malaga). 
This project will concern a population of 1 500. It involves connection of the 
pressure pipeline to the distribution network of the Costa del Sol. 
5.26 Water supply to Monda (Malaga). 
Completion of the water-supply works for Monda (1 650 inhabitants) by 
installing: 
1 000 m of conduit, 
a pumping unit, 
electrical and mechanical equipment. 
5.27 Water supply to districts of Cerro Atalaya (Vêlez Malaga). 
This project involves supplying water to a population of 500 persons, by 
installing: 
15 800 m of conduit, 
2 equalizing reservoirs, 
the necessary fittings: valves, drains, etc. 
5.28 Repairs at Colmenar (Malaga) 
Repairs and improvements to the supply infrastructure will benefit a population 
of 3 500: 
replacement of a section of pipeline in the conduit from El Realengo, 
1 tank, 
fittings: valves, drains, road crossings, etc. 
5.29 Connection to the Benalauria-Benaldid system (Malaga) 
The supply of water to a number of municipalities in the administrative area of 
Malaga .will be ensured by means of connection to the Benalauria-Benaldid 
system. This will require installation of: 
1 300 m of conduit, 
1 reservoir, 
fittings: valves, drains, road crossings, etc. 
PROJECTS IN THE CATCHMENT AREA OF THE GUADALQUIVIR 
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Project in the province of Cordoba 
5.30 Measures in Cordoba city. Floating intakes (Cordoba) 
This project involves the installation of a floating intake in the San Rafael de 
Navallana reservoir which supplies the city, with a view to making maximum use 
of its water. 
Specifically: extension of the Guadalmellato canal intake in the San Rafael de 
Navallana dam, including a pump so that surface water can be used, after 
treatment, as drinking water for the supply of the provincial capital, between 
altitudes 144 (54 Hm3) and 137 (27.5 Hm3). 
Project in the province of Seville 
5.31 Connection of Seville's supply systems of the Ecija Consortium to the 
southern Sierra (Seville) 
The aim of the project is to supply water from the Ecija Consortium to the 
association of municipalities of the southern Sierra. This will involve channeling 
a flowof 4 054 m3 per day through a conduit linking Osuna with the distribution 
reservoir of the association of municipalities of the southern Sierra situated in El 
Saucejo. This will make it immediately possible to use water from the Retortillo 
reservoir to supply the following villages: Algâmitas, El Saucejo, Los Corrales, 
Martin de la Jara, Pruna and Villanueva de San Juan. 
The work involves supplying and installing 18 km of ductile cast iron pipeline 
300 mm in diameter lined with cement mortar and placed in a trench with an 
average depth of 1.5 metres on a bed of sand 15 cm thick. The tube will be 
protected by a polythene sleeve where it crosses through ground containing 
gypsum. 
To ensure that the conduit functions properly, it will be fitted with 28 vents, 26 
drains and the corresponding valves, all installed in inspection shafts 1.40 m in 
diameter. 
It is also planned to replace the fencing on the affected farms and to build a 
crossing under the SE-460 highway, as well as stream crossings protected by 
concrete. The paving on roads used by livestock will also be replaced. 
6. Aims 
The aim of this set of projects is to solve the problems posed by drought in areas 
suffering from serious water shortages. 
In particular: 
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Main objectives 
To provide adequate infrastructure for the supply of drinking water to the 
population concerned. 
To improve urban water supply. 
To improve water quality. 
To prevent over-exploitation of surface and ground water and the negative effects 
this has on the environment. 
Secondary objectives 
To improve health conditions and the quality of life of the population concerned. 
To increase the availability of water by managing and coordinating its use. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 15.3.1995 31.12.1996 
8. Cost-benefit analysis 
It is not always possible to obtain directly the data needed to carry out a cost-
benefit analysis on a set of projects like these. Some of the data have therefore 
had to be determined indirectly on the basis of certain criteria or initial premises. 
In identifying the costs, account was taken of: 
investment costs, the figures for which are included in the information in 
the projects; 
operating costs, including all the costs arising from the use of the 
infrastructures in question as well as the costs of equipment with a lifespan 
shorter than that of the project. 
In identifying the benefits, account was taken of the value of damages or costs 
avoided and of the goods and services made available to the communities in 
question as a consequence of the project. 
The following benefits were identified: 
availability of water with service guaranteed, 
improvement in water quality, 
reduction in over-exploitation of aquifers. 
The internal rate of return for each of the projects ranges between 352.87 and 
5.36%. 
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9. Assessment of environmental impact 
This set of projects contributes to the attainment of the objectives set out in 
Article 130 r of the EC Treaty by providing drinking water to communities 
suffering from serious water shortages, thereby preserving their quality of life. 
10. All measures in this set of projects will be concerned with domestic use. 
Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
Total cost: 
Eligible cost (after 11 4 1995): 
Rate of assistance: 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 30 168 245 
30 168 245 
85% 
25 643 008 
CATCHMENT AREA OF 27 642 416 
SOUTHERN SPAIN 
Water supply to Roquetas de Mar 1 848 166 
Third desalination system for water 616 055 
supply to Cabo de Gâta (Almeria) 
Third system for Bajo Almanzora 1 232 111 
drinking-water treatment plant 
(Almeria) 
Reservoir and conduits in districts of 123 211 
Los Guiraos and Guazamara 
(municipality of Cuevas de Almanzora) 
(Almeria). 
Reservoir and conduits in Palomares 628 378 
and Terreros (municipality of Cuevas 
de Almanzora) (Almeria). 
Water supply for Garranchuelo and 154 014 
Santa Cruz (municipality of Gador) 
(Almeria). 
Water supply to Izbor and Los 184 817 
Acebuches (Granada) 
Equalizing reservoir for the water 308 028 
supply to the villages of the Barranco 
del Porqueira (Granada) 
Equalizing reservoir for the water 308 028 
supply to La Taha (Granada) 
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Equalizing reservoir for the water 308 028 
supply to the municipalities of 
Busquistar and Trevelez (Granada) 
Adaptation of the reservoir for the 92 408 
municipality of Vêlez de Benaudalla 
Water supply to the municipalities of 800 872 
Murtos and Turôn (Granada) 
Water supply to Notaez (Granada) 123 211 
Equalizing reservoirs for the 123 211 
municipalities of Laroles and Castaras 
(Granada) 
Lifting water from the canal at 100 m 492 845 
above sea level to the municipality of 
Molvizar (Granada) 
Vinuela-Mâlaga connection 13 676 435 
(municipality of Vêlez Malaga) 
Trafiche drinking-water plant for the 1 724 956 
supply of the coast between Rincôn de 
la Victoria and Nerja (Vélez-Mâlaga) 
Water supply for Rincôn de la Victoria 1 324 520 
- Torre del Mar (Malaga) 
Water supply for Vêlez Mâlaga-Rincôn 616 055 
de la Victoria (Malaga) 
Filtering facilities for Vinuela (Malaga) 800 872 
Water supply to the municipality of 757 749 
Casabermeja (Malaga) 
Water supply to Pizarra and Cartama 400 436 
(Malaga) 
Coinduit for Campillos (Malaga) 400 436 
Water supply to Alcaucin and Periana 92 408 
(Malaga) 
Water supply to Moclinejo and 30 803 
Macharaviaya (Malaga) 
Water supply to Monda (Malaga) 12 321 
Water supply to districts of Cerro 308 028 
Atalaya (Vêlez Malaga) 
333 
Repairs at Colmenar (Malaga) 123 211 
Connection to the Benalauria-Benaldid 30 803 
system (Malaga) 
CATCHMENT AREA OF THE 10 534 551 
GUADALQUIVIR 
Measures in Cordoba city. Floating 369 633 
intakes 
Connection of Seville's supply systems 2.156.195 
of the Ecija Consortium to the 
southern Sierra 
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Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under 
Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 
ANNEX I 
INFORMATION SHEET 
Summary of project 
No 95/11/61/028-2 
1. Name of project: 
Water supply in areas affected by drought in the catchment areas of the Guadiana, 
Segura, Tagus and Jucar. 
2. Body responsible for the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Obras Hidrâulicas (MOPTMA) 
3:2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana, 67. 28071 Madrid-Espana 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Caceres, Badajoz, Toledo, Ciudad Real, Alicante and Murcia. 
Autonomous Communities: Extremadura, Castile-La Mancha, Murcia and Valencia 
5. Description 
Owing to the severe drought in the Segura basin, there is an urgent need for work 
to enable,treated waste water to be re-used. This work will release water resources 
to increase the drinking-water supply. 
Project in the province of Alicante 
5.34 Treatment plant for brackish run-off water from the Pedrera 
(municipality of San Miguel de Salinas, Alicante). 
Water from the drainage of the land owned by Riegos de Levante Margen 
Derecha flows into the Fayona watercourse at a rate of approximately 4000 m3 per 
day. In future that volume is expected to increase to 12 000 mVday. 
The planned work comprises: 
a) collection of the used irrigation water from the Pedrera by means of a 
pumping station consisting of two motor pumps with a capacity of 
75 1/sec. of water at a height of 6 m, with a view to its disinfection, 
clarification and filtering, followed by treatment in a desalination plant 
involving microscreening, dechlorination and desalination; 
b) channeling of brine to the existing outfall discharging into the 
Mediterranean; 
c) a 3 000 m3 covered reservoir for storage of the desalted water until it is 
lifted to the Cartagena supply channel; 
d) pumping station consisting of three pumps with a capacity of 50 1/sec. at 
100 mca to pump the treated water to the Cartagena channel near San 
Miguel de Salinas; 
e) 7 500 m of ductile iron conduit to withstand pressures of up to 12.5 
atmospheres long to convey the current volume of drainage water during 
low-load hours and capable also of conveying the volume expected once 
the irrigation land of Riegos de Levante M.D. has been standardized, at all 
hours of the day without needing enlargement; 
f) ancillary operations involving landscaping, construction of a building to 
accommodate the filtering and desalination plant and station for pumping 
the treated water, delivery to the Cartagena channel belonging to the 
Mancomunidad de Canales de Taibilla; restoration of roads and affected 
services. 
Once the water has qbeen desalinated by reverse osmosis it will be discharged 
into the Cartagena channel to meet the demand for drinking water. 
The project will make it possible to desalinate 4000 mVday of brackish water (the 
brine will be discharged into the sea) . The water thus reclaimed will be used to 
supply the coastal belt and the Campo de Cartagena, i.e. some 15 000 people. 
The project will prevent the discharge of the water into the ecosystem of the 
lagoons of Salinas de Torrevieja and La Mata (Alicante). 
Projects in the province of Murcia 
5.35 Reutilization of waste water from the Bullas treatment plant 
(municipality of Bullas, Murcia). 
Because of unfavourable weather conditions the La Refa well has dried out and 
the source of the Osamenta is also nearly dry. 
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The planned work will provide water from a different origin to increase the 
drinking-water supply. 
Completion of the work to enable the treated waste water to be reused is therefore 
urgent. 
The work involves: 
- construction of a pumping station at 607 m altitude to pump water at a rate 
of 150 1/s at a manometric head of 55 m, including 300 m of medium voltage 
line, a pump house for four pumps (3+1) to lift 75 1/s at a manometric head 
of 55 m, equipped with power controllers, force and suction pipes, control and 
protection panels and a 250 kVA transformer; 
installation of a pressure pipe in asbestos cement 1 200 m long and 400 mm 
in diameter, to withstand pressures of 7.5 to 10 atm.; 
construction of two earth reservoirs proofed with high density polythene 2 mm 
thick, with capacities of 100 000 and 30 000 m3, at 640 and 625 m altitude 
respectively; 
2.500 m of piping in asbestos cement, 400 mm in diameter, to withstand a 
pressure of 7.5 atm., to connect both resrvoirs to the irrigation network. 
5.36 Emergency work for the re-use of waste water from the Torre de 
Cotilla waste-water treatment plant (Murcia) 
Work includes: 
collection of treated water by means of 2 600 m of pipeline 500 mm in 
diameter; 
channeling the water to an equalizing reservoir with a capacity of 150 000 m3; 
connection of the reservoir to the distribution system (3 700 m of pipes 
450 mm in diameter); 
lifting the water from the equalizing reservoir for connection with the 
irrigation network by means of a pumping station consisting of two pumps 
(1+1) with a capacity of 80 1/s and 350 m of pressure pipe 350 mm in 
diameter. 
5.37 Re-use of waste water from Alguazas (municipality of Alguazas) 
As a result of the water shortage caused by the drought, there is less water than 
normal available for the Heredamiento de Alguazas irrigation network. This is 
threatening the survival of existing stands of trees. 
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This city has a waste-water treatment plant operating at full capacity and 
discharging treated water into the Mula. Re-use of the treated water would keep 
the stands alive through irrigation. 
It is therefore urgent to carry out the work needed to re-use the treated waste 
water, so as to release resources to increase the drinking-water supply. 
Work includes: 
collection of the treated water by means of 500 m of pipeline 500 mm in 
diameter; 
an equalizing reservoir for treated water, lined with high-density polyethylene 
2 mm thick on geotextile, with a capacity of 100 000 m3; 
an equalizing reservoir for treated water lifted to the level of the highest 
irrigated areas, lined with high-density polyethylene 2 mm thick on 
geotextile, with a capacity of 100 000 m3; 
installation of 5 500 m of asbestos cement conduit 700 mm in diameter, to 
withstand pressures of 7.5 atm, between the reservoir and the irrigation 
network (main conduit); 
installation of 875 m of asbestos cement conduit 400 mm in diameter, to 
withstand pressures of 7.5 atm, connecting the main conduit to the Saladar 
pressure pipe; 
1200 m of asbestos cement pressure pipe 350 mm in diameter, to withstand 
pressures of 7.5 atm, between the waste-water treatment plant and the 
equalizing reservoir; 
service road alongside the main conduit, 3 000 m long and 4 m wide; 
pumping station consisting of 150 hp units, including electrification, 
automation, civil engineering and valves and fittings. 
5.38 Re-use of waste water from the Mula treatment plant (municipality of 
Mula) 
The water supply of the town of Mula is seriously jeopardized by the 
overexploitation of the ground water and the persistence of the drought in the 
region. 
This work will make it possible to release resources to increase the supply of 
drinking water. 
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Arable land is currently irrigated using water from the La Cierva reservoir and 
wells which are unquestionably overexploited. 
Treated waste water is discharged into the Mula, downstream from the irrigable 
area. There is an urgent need to complete the work necessary for these vital water 
resources to be used to maintain wealth already created and jobs which provide 
the only income of the inhabitants of Mula. 
Work includes: 
- construction of a reservoir for water from the treatment plant and lifting of the 
water 80 m using four 80 hp pumps (3+1); 
a 250 KVA transformer; 
5 250 m of pressure pipe, 300 mm in diameter, to withstand pressures of 10 
atm; 
an equalizing reservoir made of earth with a capacity of 50 000 m3, proofed 
with high-density polythene 2 mm thick; 
a 1 000 m pressure pipe 400 m in diameter, to withstand pressures of 7.5 atm. 
for connection with the irrigation network. 
PROJECTS IN THE CATCHMENT AREA OF THE TAGUS 
Projects in the provinces of Toledo and Guadalajara 
5.39 Increasing the supply to -Toledo from the Las Aves canal 
(Castile-La Mancha) 
In periods of prolonged drought, the El Torcon and Guajaraz reservoirs cannot 
supply enough water to meet the needs of the town of Toledo. The shortfall used 
therefore to be made up by taking water from the Tagus via the Las Aves canal, 
upstream from Aranjuez. 
This project involves increasing the pumping capacity from the high point at the 
end of the canal and extending the pressure pipeline to the equalizing reservoir, 
as well as doubling the first section of the pipeline. To avoid intermittent supply 
cuts as the water reaches the pumping station, a problem caused by the difficulty 
of maintaining a minimum flow rate at the end of an irrigation pipeline 40 km 
long, it is planned to build a small equalizing reservoir near the Algodor river 
where it can utilize the only difference in level in the canal. 
The following work is planned: 
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construction of an equalizing réservoir on the Las Aves canal, proofed with 
sheeting, with usable capacity of 15 000 m3; 
extension of the pump house in order to install a third pump-motor unit 
identical to the most powerful of the two existing units, ie 486 hp. 
installation of a 800 CVA three-phase transformer. 
doubling the first section of the pressure pipe along approximately 3 160 
m, using pipe 500 mm in diameter; 
installation of approximately 4 000 m of pipeline 400 mm in diameter to the 
Cerro de los Palos equalization reservoir. 
5.40 Water supply system for three villages in the district of Talavera 
de la Reina and Entrepenas, sewer system and construction of a 
waste-water treatment plant at Entrepenas (Toledo and 
Guadalajara). 
This project is intended to supply water to the 10 000 inhabitants of three 
villages in the district of Talavera. The work involves: 
installation of 15 000 m of PVC pipeline with an operating pressure of 6 
atm. (diameters of 300, 250 and 200 mm), to convey treated water from the 
Talavera de la Reina supply system to Talavera la Nueva at a rate of 5 1/s, 
Alberche, at 10 1/s and Choza at 15 1/s. The conduit will be laid in a trench 
1.5 m deep, which will require the excavation and replacement of 30 000 
m3 of earth; 
installation of 15 valves, of 10 air vents and 5 drains placed in standardized 
shafts and four meters housed in huts. 
The work to supply the village of El Olivar (Entrepefias) comprises: 
improvement to existing collection arrangements, the drilling of a well 
450 mm in diameter and 120 m deep, installation of a pump unit with a 
capacity of 3 1/s and construction of a new tank with a capacity of 100 m3; 
the sewerage work involves extending the existing collector by 400 m and 
installing a prefabricated treatment unit comprsing settling, digestion and 
filtering, designed to cater for 500 inhabitants. 
5.42 Emergency work to extend the system supplying water to the 
Mancomunidad del Algodor: sections I and II (Toledo). 
The water supply to the 26 villages making up the Mancomunidad del Algodor 
was supplied by a system taking water from the Finisterre dam. When the dam 
ran out of water, the supply system had to be modified to its current form, which 
consists in lifting water from the Tagus to the village of Ocana and conveying 
it from there at a rate of 165 1/s, in the opposite direction to that intended, to 
Tembleque for distribution. The flow is insufficient in summer (the maximum 
capacity permitted by the existing pipelines). The current requirement is 250 1/s 
(162.5 1/s through a new conduit, the rest through the existing conduite). 
The planned work consists of: 
installation of a new section of conduit (7 700 m) parallel to the first, 
running from the existing tanks of Ocafla in the direction of Tembleque, and 
joining the existing conduit. This section will be able to convey 162.5 1/s to 
meet immediate needs, but will be able to be expanded to 600 1/s to meet 
future needs at a cost of 350 million. This first section is not able on its 
own to transport a sufficient quantity to the altitude required (764 m) at 
Tembleque for distribution to the surrounding villages, owing to a loss of 
pressure in the rest of the existing pipeline; 
installation of a second section, continuing on from the first (7 700 m long, 
described above and not capable of conveying the necessary quantity to an 
altitude of 764 m). The second section will be 6 600 m long and its function 
will be to limit the pressure loss so that at the altitude of Ocana 
(manometric head of 63 m) the water can be transported to Tembleque with 
the delivery head at 764 m altitude provided for in the original project 
which is sufficient for correct distribution of water to the surrounding 
villages using the existing system. 
Additionally, the council of local authorities of Castile-La Mancha will expand 
the existing pumping station on the Tagus to provide an immediate flow of 250 
1/s (in future it will have to be 750 1/s) to the existing tanks at Ocana. 
The work described will make it possible to provide water to Tembleque at the 
altitude of 764 m at the rate of 150 1/s needed to meet present needs at the 
distribution point. However, at the same time, it is intended that the new 
pipelines, together with the existing ones, will meet the future needs of the 
Mancomunidad on arrival at Tembleque with a flow rate of 550 1/s through the 
new pipelines and 50 1/s through the existing ones. 
Project in the province of Câceres 
5.45 Additional work for the town of Câceres and Malpartida de 
Plasencia (Câceres). 
The work in Câceres involves laying a 44 kV power line over an estimated 
distance of 15 km, in order to provide a permanent electricity supply to the 
pumping station located on the Almonte river. At present, the station has only 
temporary electricity supply. The connection will be taken from a power line at 
Iberdrola, 6 km from Câceres. 
The power line will be carried on metal pylons with cement anchor points. It is 
also planned to instal a 2 000 kVA transformer. 
The works for Malpartida de Plasencia involve the construction of a diversion 
dam with a capacity of 60 1/s in the Garganta del Obispo from which water 
will be transported by gravity to the existing equalizing reservoir. In the 
winter the waste water treatment plant will be supplied directly and the 
reservoirs will be filled, and in summer, if the Garganta dries out, water can 
be lifted from the reservoirs. 
The 4 713 m long pipeline, made of 300 diameter tubing, will be laid in a 
trench. Work will include the shafts needed to house vents and drains. 
PROJECTS IN THE CATCHMENT AREA OF THE GUADIANA. 
5.41 Conduit for emergency supply to La Luciana and other-localities 
from the Torre de Abraham reservoir (Ciudad Real) 
The municipality of Luciana has 700 inhabitants in the winter (and double that 
number in the summer). It is located at the convergence of the Bullaque river 
and the Guadiana. The village is currently supplied by a well which is 
practically dry. The population will be therefore shortly have a serious water 
shortage. 
The other localities concerned are small villages attached to the municipality 
of Porzuna, each supplied by a single well, all of which are in the process of 
drying up, as in the previous case. 
The problem will be solved by laying 15 km of PCV pipeline 160 mm in 
diameter, including installation of the necessary vents, drains, road crossings, 
etc., to supply the municipality of Luciana from existing conduits conveying 
water from the Torre de Abraham reservoir. 
Water can be supplied to all the Porzuna villages by laying 12 km of PCV 
pipeline 110 mm in diameter including the necessary vents, drains, special 
fittings, road crossings, etc. 
In view of the disastrous situation of the water supply of these localities, the 
absence of any immediate measure would mean that the inhabitants concerned 
would have to be supplied using tankers as from next summer. 
Project in the province of Huelva 
5.32 Water supply to western Andévalo (Huelva). 
The district of western Andévalo covers various localities, including Puebla de 
Guzman, Tharsis and Alonso, with a population of 15 000 inhabitants in 
winter (double that number in the summer). The district suffers from water-
supply difficulties because of the the generalized drought, and particularly the 
situation in the Guadiana basin. 
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The different possibilities for solving the problem in this area have been 
studied. The feasible solution is described below. 
The planned solution involves diverting water from the Chanza-Pedras system 
once it has been treated at the facilities of the water utility of the west coast 
of Huelva, situated at Aljaraque, by means of 40 km of pipeline 300 mm in 
diameter to the district concerned. 
This work will provide a definitive solution to the water-supply problem 
affecting the inhabitants of the district. 
Projects in the province of Badajoz 
5.43 Emergency supply to district of Los Montes, Capilla and other 
localities (Badajoz) 
The municipalities of Capilla, Garlitos and Tamurejo have a population of 
7 500 inhabitants in winter (double that number in the summer) in the 
province of Badajoz, situated on the banks of the La Serena reservoir. These 
localities are served by the Gadalemar water utility. 
In the case of Capilla, repair work was carried out to connect the newly built 
intake and the treatment plant to the old supply conduits. These old conduits 
are in a very bad state of repair, so that the water is not being delivered to the 
population. 
Although the two other localities are close by and could easily be connected 
to the supply system, this work has not yet started. These two localities 
therefore take their water from sources which, because of the drought, no 
longer provide enough water of sufficient quality, so they are in constant 
crisis. 
In view of the disastrous water-supply situation in these villages, which 
depend on deliveries by tankers, the planned work must be carried out as 
quickly as possible. 
The solution to the problem involves laying 17 280 m of cast iron pipeline 
200 mm in diameter, fitted with the necessary drains, valves, etc., and 
restoration of the services affected by the work. The project will make it 
possible to meet the water requirements of the 7 500 inhabitants of these 
municipalities, as well as the 15 000 present at weekends and during the 
summer. 
The sections to be installed are as follows: 
Siruela-Tamurejo conduit 
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The conduit will run from the Siruela distribution reservoir to the Tamurejo 
distribution reservoir, and will consist of 10 086.52 m of cast iron pipeline 
125 mm in diameter. 
Conduit to Zarza Capilla la Nueva 
The project concerning the supply to the Guadalemar water utility incudes a 
conduit from Sancti Spiritus to Pefialsordo, so that this new conduit need only 
be connected at one point to the existing conduit to Zarza Capilla la Nueva. It 
is planned to run 1 070 m of cast-iron pipeline 100 mm in diameter from that 
point. 
Conduit to Zarza Capilla la Vieja 
Since there is already a conduit from Sancti Spiritus to Pefialsordo, a branch 
will be installed to Zarza Capilla la Vieja. The new cast iron pipeline will be 
381m long and 100 mm in diameter. 
Conduit from Pefialsordo to Capilla 
Construction of a conduit between the two localities parallel to the existing 
conduit, except for a section 947.23 m long which will branch off in order to 
reduce the impact of the work on the Pefialsordo urban area. The new cast 
iron pipeline will be 2 771.82 m long and 150 mm in diameter. 
Pressure pipe from the La Serena reservoir 
Since the water level in the Guadalemar reservoir is too low for water to be 
pumped from the intake tower, water will be transferred from the la Serena 
reservoir. This will be carried out using a 100 kVA pump (absorbed power) 
with a flow of 250 1/s at 25 m and a conduit made of PCV piping 500 mm in 
diameter and 2 961,83 m long. The pump will be situated on a raft with 
anchoring for the discharge into the Guadalemar reservoir. 
5.44 Emergency work to extend the supply network of the Mancomunidad de 
Tentudia to Fuentes de Leôn and Bienvenida and other complementary 
work (Badajoz) 
Fuentes,de Leon and Bienvenida suffer from serious water-supply problems 
because of the persistent drought in the Guadiana basin. 
The two above-mentioned localities had not been included in the supply 
system of the Mancomunidad de Tentudia to which they belong because they 
were supplied by wells which covered all their water requirements. 
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The wells are no longer sufficient and prospection has had no results. These 
localities will be supplied from the existing systems at times when the^ are 
not currently in use. 
The different possibilities for solving the problem in this area have been 
studied. The feasible solution is described below. 
The planned solution involves installing a branch conduit from the supply 
system of the Mancomunidad de Tentudia. 
In the case of Fuentes de Leôn, the branch will lead from the western pipeline 
and will carry the water to the reservoir at La Alameda. The conduit will be 
5 500 m long, with a diameter of 150 mm. It will be necessary to adapt the 
reservoir and the existing arrangements for lifting the water to the equalizing 
tank at Fuente de Leôn (incuding the electromechanical system and 2000 m of 
conduit). 
In the case of Bienvenida, the branch will lead from the northern conduit, 
between the branch off towards Montemolin and the Fuente de Cantos 
reservoir. 200 mm diameter pipeline will transport water over 13 km to the 
village's equalizing reservoir. The reservoir and valve room will also have to 
be modified and repaired. 
This work will solve the water-supply problem of the inhabitants of Fuentes 
de Leôn and Bienvenida. 
PROJECTS IN THE CATCHMENT AREA OF THE JUCAR 
Project in the province of Alicante 
5.46 Work in the district of Marina Baja (Alicante). 
The purpose of this work is to supply drinking water to the municipalities of 
the Marina Baja Consortium (Benidorm, Viliajoyosa, Altea, Finestrat, Polop, 
La Nucia, Alfaz del Pi and Calldsa de Ensarria), the water reserves of which 
are threatened because of the persistent drought. 300 000 inhabitants are 
affected. A study of the situation shows that there is an urgent need to install 
a supply infrastructure. The work involves 
doubling part of the existing supply conduit which connects the 
Guadalest reservoir to the municipalities of the Marina Baja Consortium 
over a length of 8 km, using cast-iron or asbestos-cement pipeline, 700 
mm and 500 mm in diameter respectively; 
installing of special fittings (30 units) tor protection of the conduit. 
6. Aims 
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The purpose of this set of projects is to help those areas most affected by 
water shortages to cope with the drought. 
In particular: 
Main objectives 
To provide adequate infrastructure for the supply of drinking water to the 
population concerned. 
To improve urban water supply. 
To improve water quality. 
To prevent over-exploitation of surface and ground water and the negative 
effects this has on the environment. 
Secondary objectives 
To improve health conditions and the quality of life of the population 
concerned. 
To increase the availability of water through economic and coordinated use. 
Detailed information on each of the projects is attached. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 15.3.1995 31.12.1996 
8. Cost-benefit analysis 
It is not always possible to obtain directly the data needed to carry out a cost-
benefit analysis on a set of projects like these. Some of the data have 
therefore had to be determined indirectly on the basis of certain criteria or 
initial premises. 
In identifying the costs, account was taken of: 
investment costs, the value of which is included in the information in the 
projects; 
operating costs, including all the costs arising from the use of the 
infrastructures in question as well as the costs of equipment with a 
lifespan shorter than that of the project. 
In identifying the benefits, account was taken of the value of damages or costs 
avoided and therefore of the goods and services made available to the 
communities in question as a consequence of the project. 
The following benefits wore identified: 
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availability of water with service guaranteed, 
improvement in water quality, 
reduction in over-exploitation of aquifers. 
The internal rate of return for each of the projects ranges between 569 and 
2.94% 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
This set of projects contributes to the attainment of the objectives set out in 
Article 130r of the EC Treaty by providing drinking water to communities 
suffering from serious water shortages, thereby preserving their quality of life. 
All measures in this set of projects will be concerned with domestic use. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
Total cost: 
Eligible cost: 
Rate of assistance: 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 30 476 273 
30 476 273 
85% 
25 904 832 
CATCHMENT AREA OF THE 12 290310 
SEGURA 
Treatment plant for brackish run-off 3 634 728 
water from the Pedrera (Alicante) 
Reutilization of waste water from the 1 909 773 
Bullas treatment plant (Murcia) 
Reutilization of waste water from the 2 587 434 
Torre de Cotilla treatment plant 
(Murcia) 
Reutilization of waste water from the 2 063 786 
Alguazas treatment plant (Murcia) 
Reutilization of waste water from the 2 094 589 
Mula treatment plant (Murcia) 
CATCHMENT AREA OF THE 8 532 370 
TAGUS 
Increasing the supply to Toledo from 1 971 378 
the Las Aves canal (Castile-La Mancha) 
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Water supply system for the district of 1 324 520 
Talavera de la Reina and Entrepenas, 
sewer system and waste-water treatment 
plant at Entrepenas 
Water-supply system for the 4 004 361 
Mancomunidad del Algodor: sections I 
and II (Castile-La Mancha) 
Additional work for the town of 1 232 111 
Câceres and Malpartida de Plasencia 
(Extremadura) 
CATCHMENT AREA OF THE 8 113 453 
GUADIANA 
Water supply to western Andévalo 3 696 334 
(Puebla de Guzman, Tharsis and 
Alonso) (Huelva) 
Conduit for supply of drinking water to 905 601 
La Luciana and other localities from the 
Torre de Abraham reservoir (Barrio 
Bullaque, Castile-La Mancha) 
Additional work for emergency supply 1 601 745 
to the district of Los Montes (Badajoz) 
Extension of the drinking-water supply 1 909 773 
sytem of the Mancomunidad de 
Tentudia to include Fuentes de Leôn 
and Bienvenida (Extremadura) 
CATCHMENT AREA OF THE 1 540 139 
JUCAR 
Doubling of the supply system in the 1 540 139 
district of La Marina Baja (Alicante) 
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1. Title 
Jaén waste-water treatment plant. 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direccion General de Planificaciôn 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana, 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Direccion General de Obras Hidraiilicas 
3.2. Address: C/Sierpes N' 41, 41075 Sevilla 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Andalusia 
5. Description 
COLLECTION: enlargement of the existing sewer which terminates in a 
headbox. This leads to a spillway with a gate, connected to a bypass and a sump 
for the collection of solids. 
PRETREATMENT: 
removal of solids by passage through three channels fitted with grids and 
screens, 
passage through channels and a grease trap to remove grit and grease. 
PRIMARY SEDIMENTATION: water passes from pretreatment to a distributor. 
The installation has two stationary 30-metre diameter settling tanks. The resulting 
sludge then passes to the pumping station. 
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BIOLOGICAL PRETREATMENT: water from the primary-settling tank passes 
to a distributor and from there to the different treatment chains. After settling, 
and mixed with the sludge, the water passes into two 14m x 61m multi­
compartment aeration basins. Aeration is carried out in the aeration compartment 
by means of fine-bubble diffusors and submerged screw agitators. 
SECONDARY SEDIMENTATION: the installation has two suction settling tanks 
in which the sludge is sucked up through tubes and which is fitted with paddles 
to direct the sludge to the suction tubes. The sludge is circulated by means of 
submersible pumps. The water is treated with chlorine and the sludge is passed 
through screens, thickened, homogenized, digested, dehydrated and stored. 
SLUDGE TREATMENT : screening, thickening, anaerobic digestion, storage and 
dehydration. 
6. Objectives 
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES 
- Design population: 135 000 inhabitants 
- Design population equivalent: 146 000 inhabitants 
- Total average BOD5 on entry: 260 mg/1 
- Total average BOD5 on exit after reduction: >90% 
- Total average SS on entry: 340 mg/1 
- Total average SS on exit after reduction: > 90% 
- Average daily volume of water: 33 750 m3/day 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Construction work 1.12.1994 31.8.1996 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
The cost-benefit analysis was based on: 
investments for a useful life of 20 years, 
running and maintenance costs, 
charges for discharge and sewerage, and water rates (running costs are 
covered by contributions from users), 
environmental benefits. 
The internal rate of return is 10.18%, not including the net book value of the 
treatment plant. 
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9. Assessment of environmental impact 
The project will contribute to the integrated control of pollution, the prevention 
of waste and the management of water resources. 
Compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC. 
The municipal rules on waste disposal apply. These require industrial waste to 
be pretreated before it is discharged into the sewer system. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
Total cost: 11628 050 
Eligible cost (after 11.4.1995): 11 628 050 
Rate of assistance: 80% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 9 302 440 
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1. Name of project: 
Waste-water treatment plants for Huesca and Teruel 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162. 28071 Madrid 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name. D.G. del Agua. Diputaciôn General de Aragon 
3.2. Address: P° Maria Agustin, 36 - 50071 Zaragoza 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Aragon (Huesca and Teruel) 
5. Description 
Construction of collectors and two urban waste-water treatment plants for Huesca 
and Teruel. The system includes secondary treatment using conventional biological 
digestion and mechanical dehydration of activated sludge at half load. 
6. Objectives 
to improve the water quality of the Isuela, Flumen, Acanadre and Cinca rivers 
in Huesca and the Turia river in Teruel from the current quality levels (C5 
and C4) to C3; 
to facilitate water economies and reuse. 
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SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES 
HUESCA TERUEL 
Population (customers) 13 400 8 200 
Design population equivalent 130 000 67 500 
Total average BOD$ on entry 300 mg/1 360 mg/1 
Total average BODs on exit < 25 mg/1 < 25 mg/1 
Total average S S on entry 297 mg/1 440 mg/1 
Total average S S on exit < 25 mg/1 < 30 mg/1 
Average daily volume of water 25 920 mVd 11 232 m3/d 
Percentage of industrial water 25% 25% 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1.10.1995 31.5.1998 
Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The cost-benefit analysis was based on: 
investments for a useful life of 20 years, 
running and maintenance costs, 
charges for waste disposal and sewerage, water rates (running costs are 
covered by contributions from users), 
environmental benefits. 
The internal rate of return is 8.93% overall: 11.85% for the Huesca treatment plant 
and 4.57% for the Teruel treatment plant. 
Assessment of environmental impact 
Preservation, protection and improvement of the quality of the environment; 
careful and rational use of natural resources; 
management of water resources; 
protection of human health; 
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compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC for agglomerations with a population 
equivalent of more than 15 000 discharging into fresh water in a non-sensitive 
area; 
the municipal rules on waste disposal apply. These require industrial waste to 
be pretreated before it is discharged into the sewer system. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) 
Total cost: 19 511 952 
Eligible cost (after 11.4.1995): 19 138 631 
Rate of assistance: 80% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 15 310 905 
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1. Name of project: 
Sewerage for the Sella and Pilona basin 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Consejeria de Medio Ambiente y Urbanismo 
3.2. Address: Coronel Aranda S/N - 33005 Oviedo 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Asturias 
5. Description 
Sewerage for Cangas de Onis and Cano 
The work involves three separate parts: 
(a) a system of collectors for Cano; connection to the Cangas de Onis system 
Total length: 3 452 m; 
(b) improvements to the internal system of Cangas de Onis, total length: 
5 673 m; 
(c) interceptors for Cangas de Onis along both banks of the river Sella. In the 
future there weill be a river crossing and sewage will be concentrated at 
one point from where it will be pumped to the planned treatment plant 
This will require the laying of 2 669 m of pipeline of various materials 
and diameters. 
Collector/interceptors for Infiesto and Villamayor (Pilona) 
The work involves the installation of a collector/interceptor for waste water from 
the segment of the Pilona river between Infiesto and Sevares, in the municipality 
of Pilona. This will require the laying of 15 680 m of pipeline of various 
materials, chiefly stoneware and reinforced concrete. 
Sewerage for Ribadesella, phase 1 
The first phase of the project involves renovation of the Ribadesella collectors 
located on the right bank of the river Sella and any of the supply pipelines 
needing replacement as a direct or indirect consequence of the sewerage work 
Once the entire project has been completed, these collectors will be connected to 
the system's general collectors and to the general treatment and discharge systems. 
The sewer system will consist of pipelines of diameters ranging from 300 to 1 500 
mm made of stoneware and reinforced concrete. 
Objectives 
To improve the quality of the water in the river Sella along its final 25 km. The 
measures included in this set of projects are the first phase only, since in the near 
future it will be necessary to install the treatment systems needed to comply with 
Community rules. 
The Sella and Pilona basin has 33 500 inhabitants, of whom 10 496 (31%) will 
be directly affected by this project, broken down as follows: 
Sewerage for Cangas de Onis and Cano: 3 600 inhabitants 
Collector/interceptors for Infiesto and Villamayor (Pilona) 3 076 
inhabitants 
Sewerage for Ribadesella, phase 1: 3 820 inhabitants 
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES 
_ Current population: 10 496 inhabitants 
Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Construction 31.8.1995 31 12.1997 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The internal rate of return is 6% overall, broken down into 6% for Ribadesella; 
4% for Infiesto; 9% for Cangas and 7% for Onis-Cano. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
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Preservation, protection and improvement of the quality of the environment 
Environmental improvement in urban centres and protected areas and landscapes. 
Improvements in public health. 
Compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) 
Total cost: 11 125 965 
Eligible cost (after 11.4.1995): 11 125 965 
Rate of assistance: 80% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 8 900 772 
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Summary of project 
No 95/11/61/033 
Name of project: 
Waste-v/ater treatment plants for Castile-La Mancha. 
Authority making the application 
Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 
Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162. 28071 Madrid 
Body responsible for implementation 
Name: 
Address: D.G. de Carreteras, Obras Hidrâulicas y Transportes, Direcciôn 
General de Carreteras 
P° del Cristo de la Vega, S/N - 45071 Toledo 
Location 
Member State: Spain 
Region: Castile-La Mancha 
Description 
Construction of collectors and eight waste-water treatment plants in the following 
municipalities of the Autonomous Community of Castile-La Mancha Talavera de 
la Reina, Tarancôn, Madridejos, Villacanas, Navalcân and Parnllas, San Pablo de 
los Montes, Camufias, Mariana, Sotos and Zarzuela. 
The project includes secondary biological treatment. 
Objectives 
The basic objective of this group of projects is to provide the above-mentioned 
municipalities with secondary treatment of waste water to prevent its discharge 
from having a negative impact on the environment 
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The following data show the quantified objectives of the projects: 
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES 
95/11/61/033 
Current 
population 
(inhabitants) 
Design 
population 
equivalent (PE) 
Population in the 
summer (PE) 
Total average 
BOD5 on entry 
(mg/1) 
Total average 
BOD5 on exit 
(mg/1) 
Total average S S 
on entry (mg/1) 
Total average S S 
on exit (mg/l) 
Average daily 
volume of water 
(mVday) 
Percentage of 
industrial water 
(estimate) 1 
126 000 
126 500 
n.a. 
220 
25 
220 
35 
34 500 
0% 2 
21 000 
52 800 
n:a. 
600 
25 
750 
35 
5 280 
60% 3 
10 000 
25 000 
n.a. 
600 
25 
350 
35 
2 500 
60% 
i 4 
14 000 
14 000 
n.a. 
350 
25 
300 
35 
2 400 
0 5 
8 325 
10 240 
n.a. 
369 
25 
554 
35 
1 655 
20 6 
2 000 
4 858 
2 000 
243 
25 
240 
35 
1 200 
30 7 
3 200 
4 670 
n.a. 
5 5«l 
28 
249 
5 
510 
30 8 
2 750 
2 750 
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400 
1 
1 
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20 
600 
12 
412,5 
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1. - Talavera de la Réina 
2. - Tarancôn 
3. - Madrilejos 
4. - Villacanas 
5. - Navalcân and Parrillas 
6. - San Pablo de los Montes 
7. - Camunas 
8. - Mariana, Sotos y Zarzuela 
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7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement 
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Main work 1.3.1995 30.6.1996 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The cost-benefit analysis was based on: 
investments for a useful life of 20 years, 
running and maintenance costs, 
charges for waste disposal and sewerage, water rates (running costs are 
covered by contributions from users), 
environmental benefits. 
The internal rate of return is 5.66%. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
The set of projects will contribute to: 
preserving, protecting and improving the quality of the environment and 
satisfactory management of water resources. 
All these measures will provide adequate treatment of waste water to 
municipalities which do not now have this. This will reduce the pollution of the 
municipalities' rivers, thereby producing a substantial improvement in water 
quality 
Compliance with Directive.91/271/EEC on the treatment of urban waste water 
The municipal rules on waste disposal apply. These require industrial waste to be 
pictieated before it is discharged into the general sewer system. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) 
Total cost: 
Eligible cost (after 11.4.1995): 
Rate of assistance: 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 18 512 914 
18 512 914 
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1. Title 
Collection and treatment of waste water on the Catalan coast. 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana, 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Junta de Sanejament 
3.2. Address: Provença, 204-208 - 08036 Barcelona 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Catalonia 
5. Description 
Integrated group of nine projects for the construction of a complex of waste-water 
treatment plants, a network of sewers and underwater sewage outfalls. 
All the plants will carry out the following treatments: filtering of coarse and fine 
solids, removal of sand and grease, flow-metering, mixing and flocculation, 
primary décantation, biological reaction, secondary décantation, recirculation of 
sludge and chlorination. 
Sludge treatment will involve extraction and run-off of primary sludge, thickening 
of primary sludge, mixing, digestion, storage of digested sludge, dehydration by 
means of press-filters and storage of dehydrated sludge. In most cases it is 
planned to use the sludge in agriculture. 
1. Vilanova i la Geltru system 
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Water-treatment will involve passage through a static screen, removal of sand and 
grease, mixing of flocculation, primary décantation, biological reaction and 
secondary décantation. Sludge-treatment will involve thickening, dehydration and 
passage through press-filters. It is planned to pass the sludge after dehydration 
through a thermal dryer for subsequent treatment in an existing incinerator. 
The sewers will be of reinforced concrete. 
There already exist 14 600 m of sewers of 600 mm diameter and above and five 
pumping stations. 
2. Cunit-Cubelles system 
The Cunit-Cubelles waste-water treatment plant will be of precisely the same type 
as the Teià plant, including the dehydration of the sludge using press-filters. 
The Cunit-Cubelles sewage outfall will be 500 mm diameter, 2 267 m long and 
built of asbestos-cement. 
Part of the sewer system has already been built: one sewer, 400 mm diameter by '« 
400 m long, will take water from Avda. de la Font via a double pipe 250 mm 
diameter and 300 m long. The other sewer, 500 mm diameter and 2 600 mm long, 
will run from the Cubelles pumping station. 
3. Cambrils system 
Water treatment: flow-metering, filtering of fine solids, removal of sand and 
grease, primary décantation, passage via a by-pass spillway for biological 
treatment, secondary décantation and flow-metering. 
Sludge treatment: thickening of primary sludge, thickening of excess biological 
sludge, mixing, pumping to digestion tank, anaerobic digestion, storage of sludge, 
mechanical drying using press-filters. 
The planned average daily through-flow is 64 424 m3 with a peak flow of 
4 107 m3/n. 
A newly constructed sewer on the coast to collect waste from independent outlets 
has two pressure pipes, one of 400 mm diameter and 1 776 m long, the other 630 
mm diameter and 2 193 m long. 
Pumping from the point of collection to the future treatment plant will be by 
means of two pressure pipes 900 mm diameter and 3 675 m long. 
Treated water will be disposed of via a 900 mm diameter outfall. 
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A sewer, 400 mm diameter and 986 m long, will connect the town of Vinyols to 
the system. 
4. Altafulla system 
The planned treatment plant will have a capacity of 10 000 to 40 000 p.e., with 
a seasonal variation of 10 to 1, with no reduction in the level of nutrients. The 
plant will carry out pretreatment, chemical precipitation with primary décantation 
in the high season, biological treatment of activated sludge by full oxidation in the 
low season and by traditional methods in the high season, secondary décantation 
and aerobic digestion in the high season and, possibly, chemical stabilization. 
Sludge treatment will use a thickener with anaerobic digestion and a press-filter, 
the product of which will be suitable for agricultural use. 
The sewers will be 400 mm diameter and 10 000 m long. 
5. Torredembarra system 
Water treatment: filtering of coarse and fine solids, removal of sand and grease, « 
primary décantation, passage via a by-pass spillway for biological treatment, 
secondary décantation, flow-metering. 
Sludge treatment: thickening of primary sludge, thickening of excess biological 
sludge, mixing, pumping to the digestion tank, anaerobic digestion, storage of 
sludge, mechanical drying using press-filters. 
6. Blanes system 
Water treatment: flow-metering, filtering of fine solids, removal of sand and 
grease, primary décantation, passage via a by-pass spillway for biological 
treatment, secondary décantation, flow-metering, disinfection. 
Sludge treatment: thickening of primary sludge, thickening of excess biological 
sludge, mixing, pumping to digestion tank, anaerobic digestion, storage of sludge, 
mechanical drying using press-filters. 
7. Sitges system 
Water treatment: filtering of fine solids, removal of sand and grease, pnm.uv 
décantation, biological treatment, secondary décantation. 
Sludge treatment: thickening of primary sludge, thickening of excess biological 
sludge, mixing, pumping to digestion tank, anaerobic digestion and mechanical 
drying. 
8. Matarô system 
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The following treatments will be carried out: pretreatment and primary 
décantation, biological reaction, secondary décantation, chlorination, recirculation 
of active sludge, sludge thickening, sludge pumping, dehydration of sludge and 
deodorization. 
9. Teià system 
The plant has a design capacity of more than 40 000 p.e., with a seasonal 
variation of 3 to 1, with no reduction in the level of nutrients. The plant will carry 
out pretreatment, primary décantation, biological treatment of conventional 
activated sludge, secondary décantation and mesophilic anaerobic digestion. 
The sludge will be dehydrated and composted. 
Given the increase in the population and the establishment of new industries, it 
is planned to increase the number of sewers. The new sewers will be of glass-
fibre-reinforced polyester with a diameter of between 350 mm and 600 mm and 
a length of 20 950 m. There are eight pumping stations. 
Objectives 
The objectives of the different subprojects are given in the following tables: 
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: 
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Current population 
(inhabitants) 
Design population 
equivalent (p.e.) 
Additional summer 
population (p.e.) 
Average total 
BOD5 on entry 
(mg/1) 
Average total 
BOD5 on exit 
(mg/1) 
Average total SS 
on entry (mg/1) Vilanova i 
la Geltru 
80 000 
80000 
30 000 
300 
25 
300 Cubelles 
43 200 
65 000 
40 000 
375 
25 
300 Cambrils 
171 252 
171 252 
151 130 
250 
25 
300 Altafulla 
39 528 
65 000 
25 350 
375 
25 
228 Torredem 
-barra 
100 194 
106 896 
88 600 
250 
25 
300 
Aa 
Average total SS 
on exit (mg/1) 35 35 25 25 25 
Average daily 
volume of water 
(m>) 15 000 16 250 25 000 8 292 33 381 
SSSSS6SSSS9B 
Percentage from 
industry 15% 10% 10% 
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Current population 
(inhabitants) 
Design population 
equivalent (p.e.) 
Additional summer 
population (p.e.) 
Average total 
BOD5 on entry 
(mg/1) 
Average total 
BOD5 on exit 
(mg/1) Blanes 
89 796 
109 989 
64 133 
350 
20 Sitges 
95 000 
60 000 
75 000 
360 
20 iir.ii.i'iiM'M'iniir'i.iiiiii i 11. re 
Matarô 
172 000 
172 000 
35 000 
475 
25 Teià 
82 400 
82 400 
28 260 
400 
20 
Average total S S 
on entry (mg/1) 420 320 375 600 
Average total S S 
on exit (mg/1) 25 20 35 20 
Average daily 
volume of water 
(m3) 19 296 18 000 57 000 
iiM^ffiikWWIIiiWilPWiWft 22 500 
Percentage from 
industry 10% 20% 5% 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement 
,iiii"n.n-i.ljlWiir,v Mii-iiWiniiiii"iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiif,iiiiiniB»' 
$.(,' Completion 
Construction work 1.3.1995 31.12.1995 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
The cost-benefit analysis was based on: 
investments with a useful life of 20 years, 
running and maintenance costs, 
charges for discharge and sewerage and water rates (running costs are 
covered by contributions from users), 
environmental benefits. 
The internal rate of return is 8.2% overall and 5.09% for Cambrils, 28.5% for 
Matarô, 7.4% for Teià, 2.8% for Cunit-Cubelles, 5.3% for Sitges, 4.6% for 
Vilanova, 9.1% for Blanes, 0.2% for Altafulla and 0.9°/ for Torredembarra. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
The conservation, protection and improvement of the coastal environment is of 
vital importance in this area which is subject to very considerable population 
pressure from mass tourism and property development. 
Furthermore, the use of water for bathing requires that it reach suitable health 
standards. 
Satisfactory management of water resources in marine environments involves the 
reduction of all effluent which might, because of its continuing toxicity or through 
bioaccumulation, damage the environment. 
It is also important to put a stop to the contamination of ground water and bring 
water that is already contaminated up to drinking-water quality, whilst at the same 
time protecting the quality of ground water not suffering from the effects of 
pollution. 
When discharged, treated water will meet the requirements of 
Directive 91/271/EEC. 
The municipal rules on the discharge of liquid waste apply. These require 
' iste to be pretreated before it is discharged into the sewer system. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
Total cost: 73 649 452 
Eligible cost (after 11.4.1995): 73 649 452 
1} "L> 
Rate of assistance: 80% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 58 919 562 
The total cost can be broken down as follows (in ecus); 
Vilanova i la Geltru 6 751 969 
Cubelles 5 267 275 
Cambnls 931 476 
Altafulla 6 480 905 
Torredembarra 13 368 407 
Blanes 9 099 142 
Sitges 9 635 110 
Matarô S 747 990 
Teià 4 983 890 
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1. Title: 
Integral clean-up of the Vigo Estuary 
2. Body responsible for the application 
2.1. Name: Direction General de Planification 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162. 28071 Madrid 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Consellerfa de Polftica Territorial, Obras Pûblicas e Vivienda 
(Direcciôn Xeral de Obras Pûblicas) 
3.2. Address: Edificios Administratives de San Caetano 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Galicia 
5. Description 
Installation of the Lagares river waste-water treatment plant (Vigo) 
to treat most of the urban waste water from the town of Vigo currently 
discharged totally untreated into the Vigo estuary and the river Lagares. 
Construction of the main interceptors for Cangas de Morrazo and 
installation of the Cangas waste-water treatment plant with a view to 
treating waste which is currently discharged directly without treatment. 
Collector on the bank of the river Lagares (Parroquia de Cabrai) 
provided for in the PESIV (special plan for the integral clean-up of 
Vigo). Extension of the collectors installed by the Xunta to the headwaters 
of the river Lagares in Cabrai parish with a view to completing the clean-up 
of the river basin so that its banks can be rehabilitated for urban use. This 
is of great importance because the Lagares runs through the city centre of 
Vigo. 
Collectors for the banks of the estuary, sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 7,8, 9, 10; 
pretreatment, spillway and pumping station, calle Coruna. These 
measures, provided for in the PESIV, involve installing an interceptor sewer 
to run along the full length of the coastal front of the city of Vigo from the 
La Gufa forest to the Bouzas church. This project is supplemented by the 
sections already installed by the Vigo town council to channel waste water 
from Bouzas to the Lagares treatment plant. The town council is currently 
completing sections 5 and 6. 
Installation of collectors and waste-water treatment plant at Teis 
(municipality of Vigo). This project involves the installation of interceptors 
running from the borders of the municipalities of Vigo and Redondela to the 
area of Teis and the construction of a waste-water treatment plant there. All 
of the waste water produced north of the La Guia forest will then be 
channelled to the treatment plant to be built at Teis. 
Zamans waste-water treatment plant. This project involves treating waste 
water from the area of Zamans (a high area situated in the south of the 
municipality of Vigo) and from Vigo's university campus. This will mean 
that waste water from the area of Vigo currently discharging into the Vilaza 
river (a tributary of the river Minor which empties into the Baiona estuary) 
can be treated. 
Integral clean-up of the bed of the Vigo estuary. Installation of interceptors 
for Vilaboa, Arcade, Pontesampaio and the rest of the bed of the Vigo 
estuary and a waste-water treatment plant to solve the problem caused by 
discharges throughout this area, where the population density is increasing, 
with countless communities and considerable population pressure, particularly 
in coastal areas. 
Expansion of Redondela's collectors. The Redondela waste-water treatment 
plant was completed in 1992. It carries out secondary treatment and 
discharges into the sea through an outfall. Ever since the plant began 
operating there has been a need to improve the system of interceptors, which 
were poorly built in the 1970s and are currently in a poor state of repair. It 
is also necessary to expand the system so as to channel to the Redondela 
plant all the waste water produced from the municipality of Vigo to the 
northern area, waste water from which will be channelled to the plant for the 
system serving the bed of the Vigo estuary. 
Waste-water collector and treatment plant at Moana. Installation of the 
main interceptors for Villa de Moana and the Moana waste-water treatment 
plant, with a view to treating urban waste water which is currently 
discharged direcdy without treatment. 
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Integral clean-up of Gondomar and the Minor river. Clean-up of the bed 
of the Baiona estuary and the Minor river and rehabilitation of the Ramallosa 
wetlands. 
Installation of collectors and secondary waste-water treatment plant at 
Nigrân. The municipality of Nigran carries out pretreatment before 
discharging through an outfall which has recently been extended. In view of 
the number of inhabitants equivalent discharging in this area and the 
substantial seasonal increase in population which has resulted from the strong 
development of tourism in the area, a secondary treatment plant is needed. 
The system of collectors must also be extended to increase its length and the 
number of inhabitants served. 
6. Aims 
The main objective of this project is to provide urban waste-water treatment 
facilities for the inhabitants of the Vigo estuary who currently discharge their 
waste into the estuary. This means providing treatment facilities for some 
754 000 inhabitants equivalent. The volume of water to be treated in treatment 
plants amounts to around 8 000 m3/h at normal flow rate, i.e. around 
192 000 mVday. 
Secondary objectives concern the recovery of various coastal areas of the estuary 
for public and tourist use. 
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES for the Vigo waste-water treatment plant, which 
represents 70% of the total project: 
current population: 400 000 inhabitants 
design population equivalent: 500 000 inhabitants 
total average BOD5 on entry: 231 mg/1 
total average BOD5 on exit: < 25 mg/1 
total average SS on entry: 
total average SS on exit: < 25 mg/1 
average daily volume of water: 129 600 m3/day. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1.12.1994 31.12.1998 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
The cost-benefit analysis was based on: 
- investments with a useful life of 20 years, 
- running and maintenance costs, 
charges for discharge and sewerage, and water rates (running costs are covered 
by contributions from users), 
environmental benefits. 
The internal rate of return is 7.4% overall and 8.9% for the Zamans treatment plant, 
8.2% for the Cangas treatment plant, 7.6% for the Teis treatment plant and 
collectors, 8.3% for the integral clean-up of Moafla, 7.3% for the bed of the Vigo 
estuary and Redondela, 8.0% for the clean-up of the Minor river and 6.9% for the 
clean-up of the Lagares basin. 
9. Environmental impact analysis 
The project will have a positive effect on the preservation, protection and 
improvement of the quality of the environment, as well as to the protection of public 
health and the rational use of water 
Compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC on urban waste water treatment as well as 
Directives 79/923/EEC on the quality required of shellfish waters and 76/160/EEC 
on the quality of bathing water. 
The municipal rules on the discharge of liquid waste apply. These require industrial 
waste to be pretreated before it is discharged into the sewer system. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
Total cost: 
Eligible cost (after 11.4.1995): 
Rate of assistance: 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 85 459 239 
80% 
68 367 391 86 198 505 
Breakdown of the aid 
Lagares river treatment plant 
Cangas collector and treatment plant 
Cabrai collector 
Estuary bank collector, sections 7 and 8 
Estuary bank collector, sections 9 and 10 
Pretreatment, spillway and pumping station, C/ Coruna 
Zamans treatment plant 
Integral clean-up of Moafia 
Teis collector and treatment plant 
Clean-up of the bed of the Vigo estuary 
Estuary bank collector, sections 1, 2, 3 and 4 
Expansion of Redondela collectors (in ecus) 
1 609 735 
059 806 
622 407 
981 709 
688 183 
037 154 
513 507 
7 540 521 
14 101 513 
5 797 083 
8 439 962 
4 189 178 
£K 
Expansion of Nigrân collectors and secondary treatment plant 3 862 668 
Integral clean-up of Gondomar and the river Minor 4 836 036 
m 
1. 
2. 
2.1. 
2.2. 
3. 
3.1. 
3.2. 
4. 
4.1. 
4.2. 
5. 
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Summary of project 
No 95/11/61/036 
Name of project: 
Construction of collectors and waste-water treatment plants in Valencia. 
Authority making the application 
Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 
Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162, 28071 Madrid 
Body responsible for implementation 
Name: 
Address: 
Location Entitat Pûblica de Sanejament d'Aigues Residuals 
C/General Elio, 8 - 46010 Valencia 
Member State: Spain 
Region: Valencia 
Description 
Set of three sewerage projects involving the collection and treatment of waste 
water to prevent it from being discharged untreated into public water courses. The 
projects are part of the master plan for sewerage of the Comunidad Valenciana. 
Objectives 
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES 
95/11/61/036 
Current population 
(inhabitants) Bunol Alborache 
12 000 Turia Xatiya 
t}h 
Design population 
equivalent (PE) 
Total average BODs on 
entry (mg/1) 
Total average BODs on 
exit 
Total average S S on 
entry (mg/1) 
Total average SS on exit 
(mg/1) 
Average daily volume of 
water (mVday) 
Percentage of industrial 
water 45 000 
400 
25 
760 
35 
7 000 
67.2 95 000 
345 
25 
422 
35 
24 500 
11 40 000 
325 
20 
250 
20 
7 000 
8 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work ]•:..'• Commencement Completion 
XATIVA 27.5.95 27.8.96 
CAMDELTURIA 18.8.95 19.2.97 
BUNOL ALBORACHE 22.2.95 22.5.96 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
The cost-benefit analysis was based on: 
investments with a useful life of 20 years, 
running and maintenance costs, 
charges for discharge and sewerage, and water rates (running costs are 
covered by contributions from users), 
environmental benefits. 
The internal rate of return is 12% for Bufiol-Alborache, 10% for Camp del Turia 
and 10%) for Xâtiva. 
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9. Assessment of environmental impact 
Conservation, protection and improvement of the environment. Improvement of 
the quality of the environment in urban and protected areas. 
Better public health. 
Compliance withDirective 91/271/EEC. 
The municipal rules on the discharge of liquid waste apply. These require 
industrial waste to be pretreated before it is discharged into the sewer system. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
Total cost: 
Eligible cost (after 11.4.1995): 
Rate of assistance: 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 21 636 538 
21 636 538 
80% 
17 309 231 
Breakdown of the aid 
Campo de Turia 
Xativa 
Bufiol-Alborache 8 444 390 
5 717 652 
7 474 496 
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Summary of project 
No 95/11/61/037 
1. Title: 
Treatment of waste water at Lorca, Murcia 
2. Body responsible for the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162. 28071 Madrid 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: C.A. de Murcia. C. de Medio Ambiente. Direcciôn General del 
Agua 
3.2. Address: Plaza Santona S/N, 5a Planta - 30071 Murcia 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Mucia 
5. Description 
The project involves collecting waste water from the town of Lorca for transport 
to a treatment plant and discharge into a public watercourse after treatment. It 
also includes the waste water from the small district where the treatment plant is 
located (2 000 inhabitants). 
The work involves the following: 
(a) Outfalls: 
Four outfall sections will be built leading to the treatment plant: 
Section I: from the existing tannery treatment plant to the intersection with water 
from the existing treatment plant at Tiata. 
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Section II: from the existing treatment plant at Tiata to the intersection with water 
from the existing tannery treatment plant. 
Section ITJ: from the above-mentioned intersection to the new treatment plant. 
Section IV: from the La Hoya district to the new treatment plant. 
This will require a total of 7 820 m of gravity pipeline 1 000 mm in diameter and 
2 300 m of pressure pipe 500 mm in diameter. 
(b) The treatment plant will include at least two identical systems entailing the 
following processes: 
- entry works, tank for coarse materials, general bypass; 
- lifting of raw water; 
- pretreatment, including: 
* coarse screening 
* fine screening 
* desanding and degreasing 
* withdrawal and concentration of sand 
* skimming and concentration of grease; 
- flow meter; 
- initial settling (with or without addition of reagents); 
- biological treatment with activated sludge; 
- secondary settling; 
- recirculation of biological sludge; 
- disinfection of effluent using chlorine, ozone or ultraviolet. 
6. Aims 
General objective: 
- To improve the conditions of the receiving water (Guadalentin river). 
Specific objectives: 
- Current population: 100 000 inhabitants 
- Current population equivalent: 292 667 inhabitants equivalent 
- Total BOD5: 17 560 kg/day - 878 mg/1 domestic and 12 261 kg/day industrial 
- BODs effluent: 25 mg/1 
- Total SS: 343 mg/1; 6 860 kg/day domestic and 11 586 kg/day industrial 
- Current volume of water treated: 20 000 rnVday 
- Rate, characteristics and % of industrial water: chromium, sulphides, 23% of 
water treated. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion s 
Main work 1.9.1995 30.3.1997 
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8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
The cost-benefit analysis was based on: 
- investments for a useful life of 20 years, 
- running and maintenance costs, 
- charges for discharge and sewerage, and water rates (running costs are covered 
by contributions from users), 
- environmental benefits, 
- reuse of the treated water. 
The internal rate of return is 13.662%. 
In addition, there are other benefits which are difficult to quantify, regarding the 
impact which the project could have on the waters of the Guadalentin river and its 
associated aquifers. 
9. Environmental impact analysis 
- Compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC. 
- The clean-up of the river Lorca is important because this is the third largest city 
in Murcia, so that the project will contribute to the conservation, protection and 
improvement of the quality of the environment and particularly to integrated 
pollution control and the prevention of discharge of liquid waste. 
The degree of treatment before discharge of waste water from the tanning 
industry must comply with Directive 76/464/EEC, particularly with regard to the 
pollution load of chromium. 
- The municipal rules on the discharge of liquid waste apply. These require 
industrial waste to be pretreated before it is discharged into the sewer system. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
Total cost: 10 349 735 
Eligible cost: 10 349 735 
Rate of assistance: 80% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 8 279 788 
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Summary of project 
No 95/11/61/038 
1. Title 
Waste-water treatment plant for Pamplona 
2. Body responsible for the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162. 28071 Madrid 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Departamento de Administraciôn Local (NILSA) 
3.2. Address: Bias de la Serna, 1, Edif. Fuerte Principe II 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain • 
4.2. Region: Navarre 
5. Description 
The district of Pamplona currently has only pnmary treatment eliminating 34% 
of BOD5. 
This project will add water, sludge and gas treatment systems and additicr.rJ 
installations to the existing facilities. 
Treatment will be biological by activated sludge. 
There will be six circular settling tanks with an upward flowrate at normal flow 
of 0.5 m/hour, and diametral bridges. 
The current digestion capacity of the sludge treatment system will be doubled 
with the construction of new anaerobic digesters. 
6. Aims 
MAIN OBJECTIVES 
- To solve Navarre's most serious environmental problem. 
- To provide adequate treatment of the largest discharge of waste water in the 
Ebro basin which is not biologically treated. 
- To comply with Directives 92/271/EEC and 78/759/EEC, with current values 
of 178 mg/1 in the discharged water and 100 mg/1 in the river. 
SECONDARY OBJECTIVES 
- To improve the river environment and eliminate nuisance along a 70 km 
stretch of the river Arga. 
- To revive the traditional recreational uses along the same stretch of river. 
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES 
- Current population: 263 000 inhabitants 
- Design population equivalent: 466 000 inhabitants 
- Total average BODs on entry: 270 mg/1 
- Total average BOD5 on exit: < 12 mg/1 
- Total average SS on entry: 246 mg/1 
- Total average SS on exit: < 15 mg/1 
- Average daily volume of water: 129 600 m3/day 
- Percentage of industrial water: 44% 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement L Completion 
Main work 1.7.1995 | 1.8.1998 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
The cost-benefit analysis was based on: 
- investments for a useful life of 20 years, 
- running and maintenance costs, 
- charges for discharge and sewerage, and water rates (running costs are 
covered by contributions from users), 
environmental benefits. 
The internal rate of return is 9.33%. 
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9. Assessment of environmental impact 
Conservation, protection and improvement of the quality of the environment. 
Improvement of the quality of the environment in urban centres and protected 
areas and landscapes. 
Improvement in public health. 
Compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC as well as Directives 78/659/EEC on the 
quality of fresh waters needing protection or improvement in order to support fish 
life and 76/160/EEC on the quality of bathing water. 
The municipal rules on the discharge of liquid waste apply. These require 
industrial waste to be pretreated before it is discharged into the sewer system. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
Total cost: 
Eligible cost (after 11.4.1995): 
Rate of assistance: 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 23 639 577 
23 639 577 
80% 
18 911 662 
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Summary of project 
No 95/11/61/039 
1. Title: 
Waste-water treatment plants for Madrid 
2. Body responsible for the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162. 28071 Madrid 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Agencia de Medio Ambiente de la Comunidad de Madrid. 
3.2. Address: C/ Princesa, 3 - 28008 Madrid 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Madrid 
5. Description 
This set of projects are all priority measures included in Madrid's waste water 
disposal and treatment plan for 1995-2005. 
The measures include: construction of 11 (on-land) outfalls or waste-water 
collectors, construction of five other on-land outfalls to transport waste water 
from 24 municipalities to waste-water treatment plants which exist already or are 
soon to be built. 
All of these measures comply with all the requirements of Directive 91/271/EEC 
on the treatment of urban waste water. 
Five of the measures constitute the first phase in the construction of collectors 
and outfalls. The first phase concerns the conceptual design, preparation of 
expropriation contracts and, where applicable, the environmental impact analysis. 
6. Aims 
The general strategy of the set of projects concerning Madrid coincides with 
Madrid's waste water disposal and treatment plan for 1995-2005, which involves 
the treatment of all waste water from the Madrid region in compliance with 
legislation and planning, and particularly with Directive 91/271/EEC. 
The main objective of this set of projects, included in the Fifth European 
Community Programme of Policy and Action in relation to the Environment and 
Sustainable Development, is the management of water resources. Intermediate 
objectives of all the proposed measures include: 
- reducing river pollution, 
- reducing the degree of eutrophication of supply reservoirs or environmentally 
protected reservoirs, 
- recovery of soil, flora, fauna and landscape of river banks and reservoirs, 
- improving the security and quality of the drinking-water supply, 
facilitating the reuse and economizing of water, 
- preventing waste water from having a negative effect on public health and the 
environment, thereby improving the quality of life. 
All of the proposed measures are directly related to the attainment of these 
objectives, being waste-water disposal and treatment works intended to comply 
with the deadlines and quality standards laid down in Directive 91/271/EEC. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 20.1.1994 1.8.1996 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
The cost-benefit analysis was based on: 
- investments with a useful life of 20 years, 
running and maintenance costs, 
sewerage charges (running costs are covered by contributions from users), 
- environmental benefits. 
The internal rate of return is 14.83% overall; Brunete outfall: 11.32%; the 
Grifiôn-Torrejôn de la Calzada-Torrejôn de Velasco outfall: 13.13%; El Alamo: 
10.26%; the Humanes collectors: 31.16%; the Fuenfria valley collector, 
Cercedilla: 19.88%; the San Agustin de Guadalix outfall: 9.78%; outfall from 
Valdemanco to the Bustarviejo treatment plant: 16.80%; northern collector for 
Moraleja de Enmedio: 19.73%; Braojos-Gascones-La Sema outfall: 6.24%; 
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outfall for SeviUa la Nueva 7.87%; outfall for Nuevo Baztin-Olmeda-Villar del 
Olmo: 10.95%; outfall for Boadilla II treatment plant: 37.35%; outfall from 
Boadilla to the Guadarrama Medio treatment plant: 11.32%; Navalagamella 
outfall 8.08%; Valdeolomos-Alalpardo outfall: 11.50% 
9. Environmental impact analysis 
Conservation, protection and improvement of the quality of the environment. 
Improved environmental quality in urban and protected areas. 
Improved public health 
Compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC 
The municipal rules on the discharge of liquid waste apply. These require 
industrial waste to be pretreated before it is discharged into the sewer system. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
Total cost: 
Eligible cost (after 11.4.1995): 
Rate of assistance: 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 4 324 711 
4 324 711 
80% 
3 459 768 
Breakdown of the aid 
Ecus 
1 Brunete outfall 757 748 
2 Grinôn-Torrejôn 462 041 
de la Calzada-
Torrejôn de Velasco 
outfall 
3 El Âlamo outfall 640 697 
4 Humanes 258 743 
collectors 
5 Adapted collector 154 013 
for Valle de la 
Fuenfria, Cercedilla 
6 San Agustin de 437 399 
Guadalix outfall 
7 outfall from 505 165 
Valdemanco to 
Bustarviejo 
treatment plant 
8 northern collector 246 422 
for Moraleja de 
Enmedio 
9 Braojos- 43 123 
Gascones-Lâ Serna 
outfall 
10 Sevilla la Nueva 36 963 
outfall 
11 Nuevo Baztin- 43 1241 
Olmeda-Villar del 
Olmo outfall 
12 Outfall for 92 408 
treatment plant 
Boadilla II 
13 outfall from 92 408 
Boadilla to the 
Guadarrama Medio 
treatment plant 
14 Navalagamella 308 027 
outfall 
15 Valdeolomos- 246 422 
Alalpardo outfall 
Total 4 324 711 
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No 95/11/61/039-1 
1. Title: 
Waste water treatment plants in the Balearic Islands 
2. Body responsible for the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162. 28071 Madrid 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Consejeria de Obras Pûblicas (Instituto Balear de Saneamiento) 
3.2. Address: Avda. Gabriel Alomar y Villalonga, 33 Palma de Mallorca 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Autonomous Community of the Balearic Islands 
5. Technical description 
The project involves the construction and expansion of five waste-water treatment 
plants and the installation of a collector to serve one of the treatment plants. 
Description of the work 
1. SON SERVERA TREATMENT PLANT 
The plant's treatment process currently consists of screening, initial settling, 
digestion, thickening and drying of sludge. 
The project to expand the plant involves the use of some of the existing facilities 
and demolition of others, specifically: 
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new pretreatment consisting of screening, de-sanding and grease removal. All 
of these processes will take place inside a deodorized building; 
overhauling of the existing settling tank and associated sludge digestion 
facilities; 
double, carrousel-type activation tank with turbine aerator to operate at low 
load during the winter and at medium load during the summer; 
double secondary settling tank; 
improvements to the sludge drying building, including deodorization; 
restyling of the existing operations building. 
2. SA RAPITA Y SESTANYOL TREATMENT PLANT (municipality of 
Campos) 
The treatment plant for the urban centres of Sa Râpita and SEstanyol consists of 
the following works and facilities: 
screening in canal 
double-line carrousel-type biological treatment 
double secondary settling tank 
sludge thickening 
sludge drying on filter belt. 
The screening and sludge dehydration processes take place inside a building which 
can be deodorized. The building also houses a workshop, laboratory and control 
room. 
3. SA RAPITA Y SESTANYOL COLLECTORS (municipality of Campos) 
Waste water from Sa Râpita is concentrated at two points at both edges of the 
urban area close to the shore line. At each of these points a pumping station will 
be built to transport the water to a third main pumping station which will transport 
the water to the treatment plant. The total installed power is 13.5 = 7.35 kW. 
4. CAPDEPERA TREATMENT PLANT - CALA RATJADA 
The treatment processes at the existing plant at Cala Ratjada consist of screening, 
desanding and grease removal, two compact units for secondary biological 
treatment, each consisting of a circular aeration device and circular central settling 
tank with scrapers and a tertiary clarification basin. The process is completed by 
a double-sludge digester and double thickener. 
Screening takes place inside a building. Another building houses a blower unit to 
produce air and the belt filter for sludge drying. 
The following work is involved: 
replacement of the existing screening installation with one of sufficient 
capacity, 
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deodorization of the screening building, 
new system for desanding and grease removal, 
additional biological treatment to receive the flow which cannot be treated by 
the existing facilities, 
new secondary settling tank, 
replacement of the blowers with new ones able to cope with the entire flow, 
replacement of the belt filter with two centrifuges, each capable of taking 
70% of the flow. 
5. ALCUDIA TREATMENT PLANT 
This project concerns the expansion and improvement of the waste-water treatment 
plant for the municipality of Alcudia (Mallorca) in order to attain the treatment 
capacity currently required. 
The plant will have two treatment systems. 
A new sludge treatment system will be installed to be shared by both waste-water 
treatment systems. 
The following treatment will be included: 
joint pretreatment for both treatment systems, 
fine screening (replacement of existing phase), 
lamination and storage of the effluent (integration of existing phase), 
desanding, grease removal, pre-aeration (existing) 
A - System 1 (exists already) 
initial settling, 
denhrification (improvement of existing oxidation tank), 
oxidation/nitrification, 
final settling, 
chlorination, 
recirculation of biological sludge, 
pump for surplus sludge, 
pump for primary sludge. 
B - System 2 (new) 
initial settling, 
denitrification, 
oxidation, 
final settling, 
chlorination (existing) 
Sludge treatment system (new) 
pre-thickening of primary sludge (existing thickeners), 
anaerobic digestion of primary sludge (existing), 
aerobic stabilization of surplus biological sludge, 
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mechanical drying for all sludge (expansion). 
SAN LORENZO TREATMENT PLANT 
The aim of this project is to study and design the expansion of the waste water 
treatment plant for the municipalities of Sant Llorenc des Cardassar (Mallorca). 
It will involve the following treatment processes: 
WATER SYSTEM 
flow distribution 
fine screening 
desanding, grease removal 
flow meter 
initial settling (existing) 
biological treatment of waste water 
secondary settling 
chlorination 
SLUDGE SYSTEM 
recirculation of biological sludge 
pumping of surplus biological sludge 
sludge digestion 
sludge drying 
storage and disposal of sludge. 
6. Aims 
Specific objectives 
Current 
population 
(inhabitants) 
Design 
population 
equivalent 
(IE) 
Total average 
BOD, on 
entry (mg/1) Son 
Servera 
25 000 
450 Sa Râpita* 
7 000 
300 Cardepera 
28 000 
450 Alcudia 
70 000 San 
Lorenzo 
50 000 
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Total average 
BOD, on exit 
(mg/1) 
total average 
SS on entry 
(mg/1) 
total average 
SS on exit 
(mg/1) 
Average daily 
volume of 
water 
(mVday) 25 
450 
25 
6 250 30 
350 
35 
1 750 25 
300 
35 
7 000 25 
35 
18 000 25 
35 
12 500 
* The project includes the construction of the collectors 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 11.4.1995 31.12.1996 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
The cost-benefit analysis was based on: 
investments for a useful life of 20 years, 
running and maintenance costs, 
sewerage charges (running costs are covered by contributions from users), 
environmental benefits. 
The internal rate of return is 14.64% overall; Capdepera: 11.39%; Son Servera: 
8.58%; San Lorenzo: 23.15%; Alcudia: 27.58%; Sa Râpita: 6.68%. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
• Conservation, protection and improvement of the quality of the environment. 
Improved environmental quality in urban and protected areas. 
Improved public health 
Compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC 
The municipal rules on the discharge of liquid waste apply. These require industrial 
waste to be pretreated before it is discharged into the sewer system. 
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10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
Total cost: 8 386 982 
Eligible cost (after 11.4.1995): 8 386 982 
Rate of assistance: 80% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 6 709 585 
Breakdown of costs (in ecus) 
Son Servera 1 983 699 
Sa Râpita 1 453 892 
Râpita collectors 729 409 
Cardepera 1 626 387 
Alcudia 1 158 185 
San Lorenzo 1 435 410 
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No 95/11/61/043-1 
1. Name of project: 
Project concerning waste management and the decontamination of polluted ground 
m the Autonomous Community of Asturias. « 
2. Authority making the application 
2 1 Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 
2.2 Address Paseo de la Castellana 162, 28071 Madrid 
J. f Body responsible for implementation 
3 ! Name: Consejeria de Medio Ambiente y Urbanismo 
2 2. Address: C/ Coronel Aranda s/n - 33005 Oviedo 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State. Spain 
4 2. Region: Asturias 
Autonomous Community: Asturias 
q Description 
Marpol - Asturias 
Implementation of a plan for the collection of waite .from-ships moored in the 
ports along the Asturian coastline. The measure includes: 
- a preliminary study to determine the quantities of oily waste to be collected in 
the various ports; 
creation of an infrastructure for collection in commercial ports, fishing ports 
and marinas, consisting of 49 collection centres, including 17 autonomous 
centres with a capacity of 500 to 30 000 litres and 32 secondary centres with 
capacities ranging from 100 to 1 000 litres; 
construction of a plant for the pretreatment of the waste, with a total capacity 
"of 150 000 litres and of a treatment capacity of lOmVhour, permitting the 
_,-. treatment of 141 250 m3 in under 24 hours; 
Objectives 
Marpol - Asturias 
To eliminate irregular discharge of oil generated by maritime activities which pollute 
the water, to recover the hydrocarbons and obtain effluents with concentrations of less 
than 15 ppm. 
To build collection centres with a total capacity of 72 000 litres and 6 500 litres in the 
autonomous and secondary centres, respectively, in area I (Vegado-Aviles), and 66 000 
litres and 7 500 litres respectively in the autonomous and secondary centres of area 
II (Llumeres-Busto). 
Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1.4.1995 31.12.1995 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
The internal rate of return of the Marpol project is 6%, an average rate if one does not 
consider the unquantifiable advantages for the environment, which include: 
reduction of environmental risks and pollution, 
conservation of marine resources, 
improvement of public health, 
useful life of the project: 20 years. 
Assessment of environmental impact 
Marpol - Asturias 
The treatment of oily waste will prevent water pollution control, stop the deterioration 
of the landscape and enable the land to be used for other purposes. 
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10. Cost and assistance (in ecus! 
Total cost: 979 528 
Eligible cost (after 11.4.1995): 979 528 
Rate of assistance: 80% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 783 623 
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No 95/11/61/043-2 
1. Name of project: 
Project concerning waste management and the recovery of contaminated ground 
at Boecillo (Valladolid). 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162, 28071 Madrid 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Consejeria de Medio Ambiente y Orientaciôn del Territorio 
3.2. Address: C/Nicolas Salmerôn 5, 47071 Valladolid 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Valladolid 
Autonomous Community: Castile-Leôn 
5. Description 
Clean-up of ground contaminated by industrial waste at Boecillo (Valladolid) 
owing to the location of the rubbish tip near a public watercourse and an urban 
centre. 
The project distinguishes three different areas, each to receive specific treatment: 
- areas II and III: sealing, drainage of surrounding area using baffles; 
- area I: removal of waste and restructuring of space. 
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6. Objectives 
The principal objective is to decontaminate a site polluted by various types of 
industrial waste and convert it into a recreational area. The secondary objectives 
are to increase awareness of the population, restore a deteriorated site and 
reafforest of the banks of the river. 
The project covers 150 000 m2 of waste and 100 000 m2 of bare ground. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement I Completion 
Construction 1.10.1995 31.3.1996 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
The cost-benefit analysis was based on the following elements: 
- Investments with a useful lifetime of twenty years; 
- Maintenance costs; 
- Removal of the risk of pollution; 
- Net book value of the property after environmental rehabilitation; 
- Environmental benefits arising from the reduction of pollution. 
The internal rate of return is 61%. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
This project will have a major impact on the environment: the site will be 
recovered for use and there will be no more danger of pollution of the 
groundwater. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
Total cost: 1 780 401 
Eligible cost (after 11.4.1995): 1 780 401 
Rate of assistance: 80% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 1 424 321 
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1. Name of project: 
Projects concerning the closure and sealing of clandestine tips in Extremadura. 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162, 28071 Madrid 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Consejeria de Obras Pûblicas, Urbanismo y Medio Ambiente 
3.2. Address: CI Enrique Diez Canedo, s/n, Badajoz 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Badajoz 
Autonomous Community: Extremadura 
5. Description 
The general characteristics of this set of 22 projects, all of which are similar, can 
be summarized as follows: 
Transport of waste: 
If necessary (because of the location of the tipping site), waste is transferred 
by lorry (15 km maximum) for burial in another area. The old rubbish tip is 
cleaned by excavation and the spoil is treated as waste. The total volume to 
be transported is estimated at 243 960 m3. 
Transfer and compaction of waste: 
For the purposes of sealing, the waste is moved to the burial site for 
compaction. During this phase, the waste is levelled so as to fit in with the 
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surrounding relief. The total volume to be dealt with is estimated at 
975 848 m3. 
Proofing of waste using geotextiles. 
The area concerned is estimated at 4 630 000 m2. 
Burial and integration with the relief 
Once compacted and waterproofed, waste is covered with a drainage layer and 
then with filling material of suitable agronomic quality (final adjustment to 
surrounding relief at this stage). Lastly it is covered with a third layer of 
topsoil. The volume of material required for sealing is estimated at 
4 360 000 m3, broken down as follows: 0.10 m3 of drainage material, 
0.60 m3 of filling material, 0.30 m3 of topsoil. 
Restoration of the natural environment 
Reafforestation with indigenous herbaceous and woody species, covering a 
total estimated area of 463 ha. 
Objectives 
The number of tips to be sealed varies substantially between projects. The 
grouping of tips was determined on the basis of geographical proximity in order 
to reduce the clean-up and transport costs to a minimum. 
The following table shows the tip sites and the areas and volumes concerned: 
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BADAJOZ 1 
BADAJOZ 2 
BADAJOZ 3 
BADAJOZ 4 
BADAJOZ 5 
BADAJOZ 6 
BADAJOZ 7 
BADAJOZ 8 
BADAJOZ 9 
BADAJOZ 
10 
BADAJOZ 
11 
CACERES 1 
CACERES 2 
CACERES 3 
CACERES 4 
CACERES 5 
CACERES 6 
CACERES 7 
CACERES 8 
CACERES 9 
CACERES 10 
CACERES 11 Transport 
and waste 
m3 
6 687 
7 638 
29 476 
10 780 
4 316 
14 635 
11 765 
21 438 
10 314 
21 512 
10 096 
8 812 
6 638 
24 069 
7 512 
4 878 
8 100 
9 966 
5 356 
4 898 
7 898 
7 196 Moving and 
compacting 
m3 
26 668 
30 555 
117 904 
43 121 
17 265 
58 541 
47 060 
85 751 
41 256 
86 048 
40 380 
635 244 
26 553 
96 277 
30 048 
19 512 
32 399 
39 864 
21 440 
19 589 
31 593 
28 780 Proofing 
m2 
18 446 
21 135 
81 555 
29 827 
11 942 
40 493 
32 552 
59 314 
28 537 
59 520 
27 931 
24 379 
18 367 
66 595 
20 784 
13 497 
22 411 
27 574 
14 830 
13 550 
21 853 
19 907 Burial and 
integration 
m3 
18 446 
21 135 
81 555 
29 827-
11 942 
40 493 
32 552 
59 315 
28 537 
59 520 
27 931 
24 379 
18 367 
66 595 
20 784 
13 497 
22 411 
27 574 
14 830 
13 55U 
21 853 
19 907 Environ 
-mental 
restorat 
ion 
Ha. 
12.65 
14.50 
55.95 
20.46 
8.19 
27.78 
22.33 
40.69 
< 
19.57 
40.83 
19.16 
16.72 
12.60 
45.68 
14.26 
9.26 
15.37 
18.91 
10.17 
9.29 
14.98 
13.65 
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7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Construction 1.4.1995 31.12.1995 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
The cost-benefit analysis was based on the following: 
investments with a useful life of twenty years; 
maintenance costs; 
social value of the restored woodland; 
net book value of environmentally restored property; 
environmental advantages arising from the reduction in pollution. 
The internal rate of return is 68%. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
The positive effects of the project on the environment can be summarized as follows: 
reduction of the risks of pollution of the environment, 
improvement of public health and safety, 
promotion of projects for sustainable socio-economic development by solving 
environmental problems from the past. 
improvement of the quality of life in rural communities. 
increase in the awareness of citizens and industry to the policies to encourage 
recycling. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
Total cost: 
Eligible cost (after 11.4.1995): 
Rate of assistance: 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 9 610 468 
9 610 468 
80% 
7 688 374 
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No 95/11/61/043-5 
1. Name of project: 
Construction of collection centres for recyclable waste * 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162. 28071 Madrid 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Medio Ambiente de Madrid 
3.2. Address: C/ Princesa, 3 - 28008 Madrid 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Madrid 
Autonomous Community: Madrid 
5. Description 
Construction of collection centres for recyclable waste in Getafe, Alcobendas and 
Madrid to extend the existing network. 
Users will be able to bring their domestic waste to these collection points after 
having sorted it themselves. This service is free to users and takes waste 
cardboard, paper, tetra-bricks, plastic, glass, used motor oil, X-rays, button 
batteries, car batteries, aerosols and paint remnants. 
6. Objectives 
To separate at source the various types of domestic waste, in order to recycle 
the raw materials that they contain. 
To reduce the quantity of waste deposited in rubbish tips and lengthen the 
-lifetime of the tips. 
To prevent the formation of highly toxic leachate, formed when domestic 
waste is eliminated together with other types waste, like batteries, X-rays, 
medicines or paint. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Construction 1.6.1995 31.12.1995 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages , 
The cost-benefit analysis was based on the following: 
investments with a useful life of twenty years; 
- running and maintenance costs; 
recycling of the deposited waste; 
economies in terms of tips and clean-ups. 
The internal rate of return is 9.68%, showing that the project is both economically 
and environmentally profitable. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
The environmental impact is positive. The selective treatment of certain types of 
waste (batteries, X-rays, paint, etc) will prevent the risks posed by joint 
elimination of such products with domestic waste. This project will also help to 
educate the population to sort their waste before disposing of it. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
Total cost: 
Eligible cost (after 11.4.1995): 
Rate of assistance: 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 739 431 
739 431 
80% 
591 545 
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> 1. 
2. 
2.1. 
2.2. Title: 
The treatment of waste and recovery of polluted sites in the Basque Country 
Body responsible for the application 
Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 
Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162, 28071 Madrid 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Departamento de Urbanismo, Vivienda y Medio Ambiente 
3.2. Address: C/ Sameniego, 2 - 01008 Vitona 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Autonomous Community: Basque country 
5. Description 
Study relating to the construction of a safety cell for contaminated waste and soil: 
this involves determining the possibility of placing a safety cell for waste and soil 
contaminated with HCH on the left bank of the Nerviôn river. 
The operation includes: 
a viability study for cleaning soil contaminated with HCH (pesticide) in 
the municipalities concerned, in order to determine the real volume of 
waste and contaminated soil to be removed and stored in the cell; 
a study on the geological, hydrogeological and geotechnical characteristics 
of the selected site, in order to determine how to seal it and ensure the 
stability of the structure over time. 
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Study relating to the construction of a safety cell 
The project will seek to solve the environmental and public health problems 
caused by the existence of numerous dumping sites on the left bank of the 
Nerviôn (more than twenty) where a large part of the 82 000 tonnes of waste from 
production of the pesticide Lindane (HCH) have been dumped. 
The ultimate objective is to eliminate all of this waste and to recover the 
contaminated soil, in view of the toxic effects for humans. 
At present, the construction of a safety cell for the storage of this waste and 
contaminated soil is the best available solution. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Studies I I 1995 3 112 1995 
Construction 1.1.1995 318 1995 
Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
The cost-benefit analysis was based on the following elements: 
investments with a useful lifetime of twenty years; 
maintenance costs; 
reduction of pollution; 
savings in raw materials from the recovered products; 
recovery of land for alternative uses. 
The internal rate of return for the safety cell is 69%. 
Environmental impact analysis 
fhe project will have a positive effect on the environment • 
by minimizing the danger to the environment by better protecting 
ecosystems, 
by improving public health and safety, 
by raising the awareness of citizens and industry by enlisting their 
collaboration in policies to support recycling, 
by creating a recycling management sector, 
by improving the appearance of many polluted sites. 
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10. Costand assistance (in ecus) 
TotaTcost: 4 971 569 
Eligible cost (after 11.4.1995): 4 971 569 
Rate of assistance: 80% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 3 977 255 
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1. TITLE 
Rias Bajas expressway (Orense - Porrino section) 
2. AUTHORITY RESPONSIBLE FOR THE APPLICATION 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana, 162, 28071 Madrid 
3. AUTHORITY RESPONSIBLE FOR IMPLEMENTATION: 
3.1. Name: Direcciôn-General de Carreteras 
3.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 67, Madrid 
4. LOCATION: 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Madrid 
5. DESCRIPTION 
The project involves the upgrading to motorway of about 59.8 km of the present N-120 
between Orense and Battallanes. 
The standard profile is two 7 m wide carriageways with outside shoulders of 2.5 m, 
internal shoulders of 1 m and a central reservation 11 m wide. 
The project has been divided into* four sections: 
Orense-Barbantes (about 13.6 km): 3 junctions (Orense north, Mino south and 
Mifio north), 5 viaducts, 3 overpasses and 10 underpasses; purchase of land 
Barbantes-Melon (about 21.7 km): 2 viaducts (two spans over the river Abia and 
nine spans over the river Brull), 7 overpasses and 21 underpasses; purchase of 
land 
Melôn-La Caniza (about 9.1 km): works and purchase of land 
2ii 
La CafUza-Batallanes (about 15.5 km): two twin tunnels 3 km long, a prestressed 
concrete bridge with two spans of 186 m hung by rods from a tower 184 m high, 
6 overpasses and 11 underpasses; purchase of land. 
6. OBJECTIVES 
To improve currently difficult access to a particularly remote area. On a scale of 1 to 7, 
access is at present poor (6-7), completion of the project will raise it to 5. 
lo improve communications within Galicia and improve traffic flow. Average traffic 
speed will increase from 75 kph for light vehicles and 61 kph for heavy vehicles to 108 
kph and 81 kph respectively. It is estimated that light vehicles will save 25 minutes and 
h.\<yv vehicles 26 minutes. 
\!uid the motorway network. 
SCHEDULE 
j Start Finish 
j Design of project 1 January 1993 31 December 1993 
I Purchase of land 15 October 1993 30 June 1997 
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iMajii works 24 September 1993 30 June 1997 
| Operational phase 30 June 1997 
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COST-BENEFIT ANALYSIS 
the return offered by this project reflects its importance 
Mum indicators used in the study are: updating rate: 6%; life of motorway: 30 years; 
c load 12 540 vehicles per day in 1997, projected to increase at a compound rate 
t o o per year, ratio of light to heavy vehicles: 82/18. 
• costs reflect actual resources consumed throughout the useful life of the project: 
v aiment cost and costs of restoration and maintenance of the five sections. 
he benefits are derived from changes in the general cost of transport in a given situation: 
peiatmg costs, costs of journey times and cost of accidents. 
: . economic internal rate of return is 9.7%. 
:>.c current net value is ECU 165 million. 
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The current ratio of benefits to costs is 1.5. 
The result shows that completion of this infrastrucure is desirable. 
9. CONTRIBUTION TO TRANS-EUROPEAN NETWORKS 
The Orense-Porrino project forms part of the Benavente-Porrino motorway, which is one 
of the missing links in the trans-European network and which will introduce balance into 
the national road network and connect Galicia and northern Portugal to the Irun-
Valladolid route. 
10. TOTAL COST (in ecus) 
Total cost ECU 251 234 852 
Cost eligible for grant (after 23 February 1994) ECU 250 398 846 
Percentage assistance 85 
Cohesion Fund assistance ECU 212 839 017 
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2.1. 
2.2. Title: 
Somport Tunnel 
Bodv responsible for the application 
Name: Direction General de Planificaciôn 
Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Direccion General de Carreteras 
3.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 67 - 28071 Madrid 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Aragon (Huesca) 
5. Description 
Construction (without fîtdngs) of a tunnel 8 597 m long, of which 5 850 m are 
in Spain. 
The tunnel continues the N-330 highway from Huesca to Somport and the RN 
134 in France. 
The tunnel will run close to the tunnel on the Urdos-Canfranc railway line, from 
which it will be separated by about 70 m at the closest points. 
The width between sidewalks will be 9 m: 
two traffic lanes 3.5 m wide, 
two hard shoulders 0.5 m wide, 
- a central reservation i m wide. 
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To improve communicarions with France, providing an additional alternative to 
the international routes through Iruh and La Junqucra. 
The Valencia-Somport-Paris route is shorter than the Valencia-Barcelona-
La. Junquera-Paiis route. Travelling times will be reduced once th& Sorrrport-
Sagunto section of the trans-European road network has been built. 
Accessibility currently ranks at 5 on a scale of 7 to 1. Once this project is 
completed, it will be improved to 3. 
Work schedule 
Q / ÔatÊ^ry- pf work Commenç^cnt Completion 
Preparation of project • 1992 
Purchase of land 30.6.1993 31.12.1997 
Main work 4.1.1994 31.12.1998 
Operational phase 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
The main indicators used: 
- discount rate 5 % 
- working life of road: 30 years 
- ADT (1998) 
Scenario (a): 
5 000 vehicles/day, with a projected annual increase of 3.03% 
Scenario (b): 
4 282 vehicles/day, with an annual increase of 2.03% 
- Proportion of light to heavy vehicles: .*2.S 
Results:. 
- for (a): 
for (b): IRR: 4.4% 
net prescr.1 vaius: ECU -5.9 million 
Cost-benefit IT:,-: 0.92 
IRR: 2.5% 
net present vau-j: ECU -22.5 million 
Cost-benefit ir^.o. 0.70 
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w 9. Physical indicators 
- Earth moved (m3) 
- Metres of tunnel cut 
- Concrete lining 
- Bolts (tonnes) 
- Shuttering and reinforcing mesh 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
(ECU 1 = ptas 165.197) 
(i ecu = 165 197 ptas) 
Purchase of land 
Buildings and 
construction 
Machinery and 
equipment* 
Other' 
Total Total cost 
587 784 
91 191 728 
15 216 983 
3 315 435 
110 311 930 Expenditure 
incurred before 
the date of 
submission 
27 847 
15 216 983 
15 244 830 Eligible cost 
559 937 
91 191 728 
3 315 435 
95 067 100 
*Part financed under Regulation (EEC) No 3359/90 
Total eligible cost: 
Rate of assistance: 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 95 067 100 
85% 
80 807 033 
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Summary of the project 
No: 95.11.65.001 
1. Title 
Bajo Llobregat expressway 
2. Body responsible for the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn (ME.H.) 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162, 28071 Madrid 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Carreteras (M.O.P.T.M.A.) 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 672, 28071 Madrid 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Catalonia 
5. Description 
The project constitutes a bypass on the N-II between Martorell and the coastal nng road. 
The expressway will be 18.2 km long and have an average cross-section of two 
carriageways of 10.5 m with outside shoulders of 2.5 m and inside shoulders of 1 m. 
The width of the central reservation will vary but not be less than 1.5 m. 
The pavement will comprise 30 cm of hot-rolled bituminous mix over 20 cm of soil-
cement. 
A section of the Llobregat will be canalized and the section includes a large number of 
structures, including six viaducts. 
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There will also be two tunnels, one 320 m long (N-II) and the other 675 m long 
(railway), and a crossing below the A-2. 
The work also includes supplies, drainage, grouting, electric and telephone lines, gas 
pipelines, etc. 
6. Aims 
To achieve a substantial saving in money terms and cause the least possible disruption 
to the landscape by combining in a single project the bypass of the Martorell-Barcelona 
section of the N-II and flood prevention work on the right bank of ten Llobregat to 
prevent flooding between Martcrell and Sant Vicenç dels Horts. 
Using the coastal ring road, to provide access to southern Barcelona from Madrid and 
Zaragoza. 
To relieve traffic congestion on the Molins-Barcelona section of the A-2 and remove 
eight dangerous crossings on the N-II, so improving living conditions for the population 
of the Baix Llobregat. 
The saving in journey times is estimated at 14 minutes for light vehicles, whose average 
speed will increase from 42 kph to 100 kph, and 16.5 minutes for heavy vehicles, whose 
average speed will increase from 35 kph to 81 kph. The distance by expressway will be 
18.2 km, as compared with 17.5 km on the N-II. 
7. Work schedule 
h { i 1 
Ty pe of work Start End 
i Planning of project 11 Februaiy 1992 30 November 1993 
j. . ; -
Purchase of land 1 January 1995 31 December 1998 
! Main works April 1995 31 December 1998 
, Operational 31 December 1998 
Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
mam indicators used .•. 
service life of project: 30 years 
traffic density. 34 380 vehicles per day in 1998 with a projected annual 
increase of 2.03% 
til 1 
light/heavy vehicles: 87/13 
The costs reflect the actual resources consumed throughout the useful life of the project: 
investment costs and restoration and conservation work. 
The benefits are based on the change in general transport costs: operating costs, joumey 
costs and accident costs. 
Results (discount rate: 5% 
internal rate of return: 21.5% 
current value: ECU 440 million 
cost/benefit ratio: 4.4 
The results of this analysis demonstrate the economic utility of carrying out this project. 
9. Environmental impact assessment 
An environmental impact assessment as required by Community directives was carried 
out before the project was implemented. „ 
The expected cost of corrective measures, which is included in ten cost of the project, is 
ECU 8.5 million. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
(ECU 1 = PTA 162.356) 
Total costs Eligible costs 
Purchase of land 11271526 11271526 
Buildings and construction 131 459 878 131 459 878 
Contingencies and price adjustments 7 391 164 7 391 164 
Other (monitoring and supervision) 2 716 253 2 716 253 
Total 152 838 821 152 838 821 
Total eligible cost: ECU 152 838 821 
Percentage aid from the Cohesion Fund: 85% 
Cohesion Fu.. ? '•' ECU 129 912 996 
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Summary of project 
No 95.11.65.002 
1. Title 
Zaragoza-Huesca dual carriageway (Villanueva de Gâllego-Huesca section). 
2. Body responsible for the application 
2.1. Name: Direccion General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Carreteras (MOPTMA) 
3.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 67 - 28071 Madrid 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Aragon 
5. Description 
The Zaragoza-Huesca dual carriageway will provide an alternative to the N-330 
and form part of the dual carriageway from Alicante to France via Zaragoza. 
This road will provide a third route into France via the Somport tunnel, the other 
two being via Inin and La Junquera. 
The work for which funding is requested will involve the construction of three 
sections of dual carriageway. The typical section will consist of two 
7 m carriageways, with hard shoulders 2.5 m wide outside and 1 m wide inside. 
The central reservation will be 12 m wide, except over the initial stretch where 
it will be 8 m wide. Drains will be laid, signalling installed and trees and shrubs 
planted. 
The road will be surfaced with 25 cm of hot bituminous mix in three layers on 
a 25 cm artificial aggregate base. 
in . 
Villanueva de Gâllego (South) - Zuera (North): 17.045 km. 
Construction of seven overpasses, a viaduct, a bridge over the River 
Gâllego and 13 underpasses. The roadways of 11 of these structures will 
be of pre-stressed concrete slabs or beams. The remaining eleven 
(underpasses) will have reinforced concrete frames. 
Zuera-Almudévar: 22.179 km. 
Construction of 23 structures: bridges with pre-stressed concrete 
roadways, reinforced concrete frames, pergola bridges. 
Almudévar-Huesca: 21.67 km. 
Construction of four overpasses of various spans with roadways of pre­
stressed concrete, one bridge over the Monegros Canal (mixed steel and 
concrete structure), 16 underpasses and various retaining walls. 
Aims 
To improve communications within the Community of Aragon by connecting two • 
important industrial and tourist centres. 
To provide for the future connection of the east-coast region with France. 
To provide a third access route from the rest of Europe to the centre, east and 
south of the peninsular. 
To increase the maximum speed for light vehicles from 80 km/h to 120 km/h and 
for heavy vehicles from 57 km/h to 90 km/h. 
Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Preparation of project 1.9.1993 1.2.1995 
Purchase of land 17.11.1994 1.10.1996 
Main work 1.10.1995 31.12.1998 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
Main indicators used: 
Working life of road: 
ADT: 30 years 
7 970 vehicles 
52 2. 
Proportion of light to heavy vehicles: 85/15 
The costs include the actual resources consumed during the working life of the 
road: investment, repair and maintenance costs. 
The advantages are the reduction in general transport costs: reductions in 
operating costs and travelling times and in the cost of accidents. 
Summary (discount rate 6%): 
- Internal rate of return: 
- Net value: 
- Cost-effectiveness ratio: 8.7% 
ECU 40 million 
1.354 
9. Environmental impact assessment 
An environmental impact assessment was carried out in accordance with 
Community rules before work began. 
The estimated cost of the corrective measures required, included in the cost of the ' 
project, is ECU 1.5 million for the two sections for which contracts have been 
awarded. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
(ECU 1 = PTA 162.323) 
Total cost Eligible cost 
Purchase of land 4 304 997 4 250 783 
Buildings and 
construction 113 333 292 113 333 292 
Other (security, 
hygiene, inspection) 4 251 400 4 251 400 
TOTAL 121 889 689 121 835 475 
Total eligible cost: 
Rate of assistance: 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 121 835 475 
85% 
103 560 152 
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Summary of project 
No 95.11.65.002 
1. Title 
Zaragoza-Huesca dual carriageway (Villanueva de Gâllego-Huesca section). 
2. Body responsible for the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 
*3w «*At*fcBfrrit*-responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Direccion General de Carreteras (MOPTMA) 
3.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 67 - 28071 Madrid 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
"4.2. -"Ttëglôfi: Aràgôn 
5. Description 
The Zaragoza-Huesca dual carriageway will provide an alternative to the N-330 
and form part of the dual carriageway from Alicante to France via Zaragoza. 
This road will provide a third route into France via the Somport tunnel, the other 
.4wo.being.via Jnin and La Junquera. 
The work for which funding is requested/will involve the construction of three 
sections of dual carriageway. The typical section will consist of two 
7 m carriageways, with hard shoulders 2.5 m wide outside and 1 m wide inside. 
The central reservation will be 12 m wide, except over the initial stretch where 
it will be 8 m wide. Drains will be laid, signalling installed and trees and shrubs 
planted. 
The road will be surfaced with 25 cm of hot bituminout mix in three layert on 
a 25 cm artificial aggregate base. 
3>1Y 
Villanueva de Gâllego (South) - Zuera (North): 17.045 km. 
Construction of seven overpasses, a viaduct, a bridge over the River 
Gâllego and 13 underpasses. The roadways of 11 of these structures will 
be of pre-stressed concrete slabs or beams. The remaining eleven 
- (underpasses) will have reinforced concrete frames. 
Zuera-Almudévar: 22.179 km. 
Construction of 23 structures: bridges with pre-stressed concrete 
roadways, reinforced concrete frames, pergola bridges. 
Almudévar-Huesca: 21.67 km. 
Construction of four overpasses of various spans with roadways of pre­
stressed concrete, one bridge over the Monegros Canal (mixed steel and 
concrete structure), 16 underpasses and various retaining walls. 
6. Aims 
To improve communications within the Community of Aragon by connecting two 
important industrial and tourist centres. 
To provide for the future connection of the east-coast region with France. 
To provide a third access route from the rest of Europe to the centre, east and 
south of the peninsular. 
To increase the maximum speed for light vehicles from 80 km/h to 120 km/h and 
for heavy vehicles from 57 km/h to 90 km/h. 
Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Preparation of project 1.9.1993 1.2.1995 
Purchase of land 17.11.1994 1.10.1996 
Main work 1.10.1995 31.12.1998 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantaees 
Main indicators used: 
Working life of road: 
ADT: 30 years 
7 970 vehicles 
I 2X 
Proportion of light to heavy vehicles: 85/15 
The costs include the actual resources consumed during the working life of the 
road: investment, repair and maintenance costs. 
The advantages are the reduction in general transport costs: reductions in 
operating costs and travelling times and in the cost of accidents. 
Summary (discount rate 6%): 
- Internal rate of return: 
- Net value: 
- Cost-effectiveness ratio: 8.7% 
ECU 40 million 
1.354 
9. Environmental impact assessment 
An environmental impact assessment was carried out in accordance with 
Community rules before work began. 
The estimated cost of the corrective measures required, included in the cost of the 
project, is ECU 1.5 million for the two sections for which contracts have been 
awarded. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
(ECU 1 = PTA 162.323) 
Total cost Eligible cost 
Purchase of land 4 304 997 4 250 783 
Buildings and 
construction 113 333 292 113 333 292 
Other (security, 
hygiene, inspection) 4 251 400 4 251 400 
TOTAL 121 889 689 121 835 475 
Total eligible c»s.; 
Rate of assistance: 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 121 835 475 
85% 
103 560 152 
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Summary of project 
No 95/11/65/003 
1. Title: 
Madrid-Valencia expressway 
Motilla del Palancar-Minglanilla section 
2. Body responsible for the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Carreteras (M.O.P.T.M.A.) 
3.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 67 - 28071 Madrid 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Castile-La Mancha 
5. Description 
The Motilla del Palancar-Minglanilla section is part of the expressway from 
Madrid to Valencia which will be completed with the sections from Atalaya del 
Cafiavete to Motilla del Palancar and Minglanilla to Candete de las Fuentes. 
This project involves the construction of a 27.3 km stretch of expressway. The 
typical section will consist of two 7 m carriageways with hard shoulders 2.5 m 
wide outside and 1 m wide inside. The central reservation will be 12 m wide. 
The paving and surfacing will consist of a 30 cm layer of hot bituminous mix on 
top of 20 cm of artificial aggregate. Five viaducts and 14 crossings will be built, 
most with decks of prestressed concrete. Most of the bridges will have three or 
four spans. One will have six. 
Four interchanges are planned: 
- Motilla del Palancar 
- Castillejo de Iniesta 
- Granja de Iniesta 
- Minglanilla. 
This section runs through the following municipalities: Motilla del Palancar, El 
Peral, Iniesta, Castillejo de Iniesta, Granja de Iniesta and Minglanilla. 
Aims 
To eliminate the traffic bottleneck which now occurs. 
To complete the expressway network in accordance with the trans-European road 
network as included in the master plan for infrastructures (PDI). 
To connect the cities of Madrid and Valencia by means of a high capacity, high 
quality expressway. 
To improve the traffic flow: the current speed of light and heavy vehicles is 
around 80 and 65 km/h respectively. Once this project is completed speeds will 
increase to 120 and 90 km/h respectively. The journey time will be reduced by 
8 minutes for light vehicles and by 12 minutes for heavy vehicles. 
Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Preparation of project 30.12.1992 15.1.1994 
Purchase of land 1.6.1991 31.12.1996 
Main work 31.12.1994 13.6.1997 
Operative phase 13.6.1997 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
Main indicators used: 
- Working life of road: 30 years 
- ADT (1997): 8 922 vehicles 
- Proportion of light to heavy vehicles: 70/30 
322 
The costs include the actual resources consumed during the working life of the 
ruad: investment, repair and maintenance costs. 
The advantages are the reduction in general transport costs: reductions in 
'•••voting costs and travelling times and in the cost of accidents. 
Summary (discount rate 6%): 
Internal economic rate of return: 
\. puated net value: 
* rJated cost-effectiveness ratio: 
I'hc work will create 1 155 direct and 443 indirect jobs 15.45% 
ECU 44.6 million 
2.174 
i n••jronmental impact assessment 
environmental impact assessment was carried out before work'began in 
•:dance with Community Directive 85/337/EEC. 
'-..i <. -''i-iaied 4.6% of the total cost will be devoted tormeasures to protect the 
.. -ivivuent and to correct the project's impact on it. 
>»i and assistance (in ecus) 
KM' l PTA 161.225) 
!!,re 01 land 
•.v\d construction 
i Kchmcal 
:"• L JKMA . !lv V,:h Total cost 
2 046 829 
38 412 157 
1 200 806 
;ISSM:HK;C: 
!I i ui''l assistance 41 659 792 
40 S85 097 
U 752 330 Eligible cost 
1 303 147 
38 381 144 
1 200 806 
40 885 097 
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Summary of project 
No 95.11.65.005 
1. Title 
Mediterranean Corridor (upgrading to 200/220 km/h) Phase III. 
2. Body responsible for the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Infrastructures del Transporte Ferroviario 
(MOPTMA) 
3.2. Address: 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Comunidad de Valencia, Catalonia 
5. Description 
The work covered by this project complements that approved in Commission 
Decisions C(93) 3592/1 of 10 December 1993 andC(94) 3757/5 of 21 December 
1994 and is to be carried out on the Encina-Baxcelona sectvr 
Fuente la Higuera-Jâtiva section 
Installation of equipment for controlling traffic on the line (signalling, 
safety and telecommunications systems, etc.). The equipment will be 
remotely operated from a central point on the line and will permit trains 
to run perfectly safely and efficiently .. 220 km/h. The section is 42 km 
long. 
Castellôn-Las Palmas section 
The section is 9.5 km long. Along 4.9 km, the work will involve 
widening the bed to permit doubling of the track at a later date. On the 
remaining 4.6 km, which runs through an urban area, a by-pass line will 
be constructed, the greater part of it under ground. The roads above the 
tunnel will be repositioned and temporary diversions provided for road 
traffic. 
Las Palmas-Oropesa 
Installation of track infrastructure from km 77 to km 90.225. Other work: 
construction of four tunnels (3 230 m), four tunnels built using the cut and 
cover method (668 m), 17 viaducts, 11 arches, a footbridge and a halt. 
AIcanar-Ametlla 
Definition and execution of the work necessary for installing a double-
track automatic block and new interlocks in stations (safety and 
communications equipment, ground-train systems, power supplies, ground 
equipment for approach signals with automatic braking, buildings for 
safety equipment). 
Alcanar-Camarles section 
Work necessary to permit speeds of 200/220 km/h along a 39 km double 
track (replacing the bed at a number of stations and halts, renovating the 
subballast and ballast, laying 40 km of railroad, electrifying the whole 
section, constructing a number of passageways and viaducts, a new station 
at Altea, platforms at a number of stations and electricity substations, 
carrying out landscaping). 
Ampolla-Ametlla section 
Work necessary to permit speeds of 200/220 km/h along a 25.96 km 
double track (3 km of bed, subballast, ballast, double track with 60 kg/m 
UIC rails and PR-90 bivalent concrete sleepers, various structures, 
platforms, electrification of the whole section with double track catenary 
equipment. 
Tarragona-San Vicente de Calers section 
Economical and technical preparation of the work necessary for 
electrifying the line and installing safety and communications equipment. 
rail necessary for doubling the line and adjusting the path of the 
line to permit speeds of 200/220 km/h (UIC standards, 60 kg/m 
rails of naturally hard steel), 
IM 
installation of specific/semi-continuous automatic train protection 
(ATP) systems in the Mediterranean Corridor with built-in safety 
mechanisms and continuous speed-monitoring. 
6. Aims 
To increase speeds between Encina and Barcelona to 200/220 km/h in order to 
reduce joumey times along the corridor, improve safety and increase the capacity 
of the line and the regularity and flexibility of services. 
The estimated journey time after completion of the work will be 2 hours 
30 minutes as against 3 hours 48 minutes in 1992. 
7. Work schedule 
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Category of work Commencement Completion 
Preparation of project 30.9.1993 30.7.1995 
Purchase of land 30.12.1994 30.12.1996 
Main work 30.12.1994 30.12.1999 
Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
A profitability study has been carried out for a 30-year period from the 
commencement of operation of the line (2000) on the basis of the total estimated 
cost of the work necessary for achieving the objectives (ECU 1 000 million) and 
the advantages resulting therefrom. 
Results 
Discount rate: 
Net value added 
Cost/benefit ratio: 
Internal rate of return: 5% 
ECU 13.5 million 
1.02 
5.1% 
The work'on Phase III will create 5 633 direct ~nd 2 loi indirect joos. 
Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
(ECU 1 = PTA 161.225) 
Cost and assistance Total cosi Eligible cost 
332_ 
Purchase of land 8 702 124 8 702 124 
Buildings and construction 197 866 336 188 562 565 
Other (technical assistance, 5 873 779 5 873 779 
inspection and surveillance) 
TOTAL 212 442 239 203 138 468 
Total eligible cost: 
Rate of Cohesion Fund assistance: 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 203 138 468 
85% 
172 667 694 
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Summary of project 
No 95.11.65.006 
1. Title 
Work on the conventional trans-European network and on combined transport. 
2. Body responsible for the application 
2.1. Name: Direccion General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Direccion General de infraestructuras de Transporte Perroviario 
3.2. Address: Plaza de Sagrados Corazones, 7 - Madrid 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Regions: Andalusia, Aragon, Castile-La Mancha, Castile-Leon, Catalonia, 
Galicia, Madrid, Murcia,'Navarra, the Basque Country. 
5. Description 
Madrid-Hendaye line. La Canada-Avila section. Track renovation. 
The work along this 23.7 km long stretch involves widening and improving the 
bed, improving the current longitudinal drainage system, cleaning the transverse 
drainage system, stabilizing the cuttings and drains on the bed, increasing the 
gauge of tunnels, lowering embankments to increase stability, renovating the 
track and bringing the line back into service. 
Madrid-Irun line. Avila station. Electrical interlocks. 
Drawing up technical plans and costing the work required for installing electrical 
interlocks at Avila station in order to improve safety, increase the capacity and 
fluidity of the line and reduce the number of staff engaged in operating it. 
The work will involve, inter alia, the following: 
installing electrical interlocks at Avila station, 
installing audio-frequency track circuits without mechanical devices, 
installing electrical power supply equipment, 
removing existing interlocks. 
Madrid-Hendaye line. Removal of level-crossing at km 174.142 at Arévalo 
(Avila). 
Drawing up plans and costing the work required to remove a level-crossing at 
km 174.142 on the Madrid-Hendaye line and the construction of an underpass. 
Madrid-Hendaye line. Removal of level-crossing at km 582.580 at Beasain 
(Guipuzcoa). 
Drawing up plans and costing the work required to remove a level-crossing at, 
km 582.580 on the Madrid-Hendaye line and the construction of an underpass. 
Castejdn-Bilbao line. Removal of level-crossmg at km 208.754 at Orduna 
(Viscaya). 
The solution adopted involves re-routing the La Antigua highway and 
constructing a bridge over the railway for the exclusive use of vehicles. 
Madrid-Hendaye line. Valladolid-Vitoria section. Removal of 30 level-
crossings. 
Drawing up plans and costing the work required to remove 30 level-crossings on 
the Valladolid-Vitoria section of the Madrid-Hendaye line and the construction 
of 18 structures with the corresponding link roads. 
Venta de Banos-La Coruna line. Venta de Banos-Ledn section. Removal of 
17 level-crossings. 
Drawing up plans and costing the work required to remove 17 level-crossings on 
the Venta de Banos-Leén section of the Venta de Banos-La Coruna line and the 
construction of 11 overpasses with the necessary link roads. 
Monforte-Vigo and Guillarey-Tuy lines. Orense-Guillarey section. Track 
renovation. 
Extending and improving the bed, improving the drainage system, stabilizing 
cuttings and lowering the embankment. The track will be renewed and the line 
brought back into service. 
Automatic block - Casetas-Castejdn. 
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Installation of additional safety equipment on the Casetas-Castejdn section of the 
Zaragoza-Alsasua line. The work involves: 
adjusting the electrical interlocks, 
adjusting the electronic interlocks, 
installing an automatic block along the whole section, 
modifying control panels, 
installing FTG track circuits along the whole section, 
automating level-crossings. 
Two-way automatic block on the Casetas-Zaragoza section. 
The work involves: 
installing interlocks, 
installing an automatic contraflow block along the whole section, 
adjusting the electrical interlock of the "Intermodal Goods Centre" to the 
contraflow automatic block, 
installing remote-control equipment and a CTC control centre at the 
Zaragoza-El Portillo station, 
installing a 2 200 V power line. 
Zaragoza-Alsasua line. Removal of level-crossing at km 67.195 at Ribaforada 
(Navarra). 
An underpass will be constructed under the Zaragoza-Alsasua line at km 67.195. 
The underpass will have a 7 m wide road for vehicles and a 1.5 m wide 
passageway for pedestrians. 
Zaragoza-Alsasua line. Removal of level-crossing at km 139.385 at Tafalla 
(Navarra). 
Construction of an underpass for vehicles at km 139.385. 
The planned underpass will consist of a small caisson with 3.5 m headroom and 
7 m clear internal width. 
In order to carry out the work, a small temporary deviation will have to be 
constructed at one side of the railway line with a 4 m wide roadway on a 30 cm 
deep bed of graded artificial aggregate. 
Zaragoza-Alsasua line. Removal of level-crossing at km 37.316 at Luceni 
(Zaragoza). 
Diversion of the existing road between km 2 + 320 and km 3 + 320, crossing the 
Zaragoza-Alsasua railway line by means of a bridge at km 36-960. To remove 
3^4, 
the Camino de Predola level-crossing, it is planned to build a link road at either 
side of the railway line to connect the existing road to the overpass. 
C-2 suburban line in Madrid. Atocha-Coslada San Fernando section. Track 
renovation. 
Renovation of the electrified double track between the Très Ojos bridge at the 
crossing with the M-30 at km 17+200 and the Coslada San Fernando station at 
km 17+581, laying UIC-54 rails, PR-90 polyvalent sleepers and type A siliceous 
ballast. Other work involves the installation of a total of 32 type C-54 points at 
Vallecas and Vicalvaro stations and the repositioning of the safety, 
communications and power systems affected. 
Madrid-Barcelona line. Removal of a level-crossing at km 330.101 at Utebo 
(Zaragoza). 
Construction of a bridge over the railway line with four spans of 20 m, 15 m, 
15 m, and 20 m respectively. The roadway will be of prefabricated, prestressed 
concrete beams joined by means of a 20 cm thick, 10 m wide concrete slab and 
supported, on bonded neoprene slabs, on three central pillars and two floor 
beams. 
Tarragona-Barcelona-France line . Removal of level-crossing at km 170.013 
at San Feliu de Buixalleu (Gerona). 
Drawing up plans and costing the work required to remove a level-crossing at 
km 170.013 on the Tarragona-Barcelona-France line and the construction of an 
underpass. 
Tarragona-Barcelona-France line. Villajuiga-Portbou section. Track 
renovation. 
Renovation of the existing track between km 258.947 and km 273.107 on the 
Tarragona-Barcelona-France line (total of 14.160 km). The work is in the 
Province of Gerona, in the municipalities of Villajuiga, Llansâ, Colera and 
Portbou. 
Track: renovation of both tracks along the whole section with UIC-54 
rails, PR-90 sleepers and HM clips on a type A ballast base. 
Construction of two new structures. Construction of 3 655 m of earthen 
ditch and cleaning of channels. 
Tunnels: lowering the bed to prevent loss of gauge. 
Electrification and installation of safety and communications equipment. 
It is also planned to modify the catenary system. 
Madrid-Seville line (Atocha-Alcazar de San Juan). Villacanas station. 
Electrical interlocks. 
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Drawing up technical plans and costing the work involved in installing electrical 
interlocks at Villacanas station in order to improve and rationalize its operation 
and to permit control of all operations by a single worker. 
The work involves: 
installing electrical interlocks at Villacanas station and linking it with the 
existing automatic block on contiguous lines, 
installing audio-frequency track circuit without mechanical devices, 
installing power supply equipment, 
installing an operations telephone system and signals, 
installing approach signals and automatic braking devices at the station, 
removing the existing interlock. 
Linares-Almeria lines. Removal of level-crossings at km 232.047, km 232.974 
and 233.120 at Gador (Almeria). 
Drawing up plans and costing the work required to remove three level-crossings 
at km 232.047, km 232.974 and km 233.120 on the Linares-Almeria line, the 
construction of a by-pass and the improvement of an existing underpass. 
Madrid-Alicante line. Section: Alcazar San Juan-La Encina. Removal of 
level-crossings between km 182 and km 190. 
The four level-crossings to be removed are within the urban area of Socuéllamos 
(Ciudad Real). 
It is planned to reposition the railway line, since the urban nature of the area 
prevents removal of the level-crossings with the line in its current position. 
The project covers the construction of the structures required for operation, track 
and electrification work and the installation of equipment for the control of rail 
traffic. 
It is planned to construct a halt on the new line in order to maintain the passenger 
service at Socuéllamos. 
Chinchilla-Cartagena line. Removal of level-crossing at km 346.322. Calle 
Paseo del Pino. Hellm (Albacete). 
Construction of a three-span road bridge over the Chinchilla-Cartagena railway 
line at km 346.130 and removal of the manned level-crossing at km 346.322. 
In addition, construction of a footbridge near the current location of the level-
crossing at km 346.322. 
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Construction of the bridge and footbridge will affect a number of services such 
as se,wage pipes, overhead and underground communications cables, power lines 
and telephone lines. 
Alicante-Alquerias line. Removal of level-crossing at km 50.586 at Orihuela 
(Alicante). 
Construction of an eight-span road bridge over the Alicante-Alquerias railway line 
at km 51.012 and removal of a level-crossing at km 50.586. 
In addition, construction of a roundabout for the future Orihuela ring-road 
(original project) and an intersection at km 0.840 to provide access to the existing 
buildings. 
Construction of the bridge will affect a number of services such as drainage 
channels and low-voltage electricity cables. 
Installation of safety equipment at Alquerias-Santomera station. 
Installation of electrical interlocks at Alquerias-Santomera station and the 
replacement of points to increase the speed of trains passing through the station. 
The work involves: 
installing an electrical interlock, 
installing a telephone exchange, 
ancillary work and equipment for the interlock, such as approach signals 
and automatic braking, wiring, ditches, buildings, etc, 
installing communications cables between the proximity circuits and the 
relay post, 
replacing points to permit trains to change from the Murcia-Alicante line 
to the Chinchilla-Cartagena line and vice versa at 60 km/h. 
6. Aims 
The principal aims are: 
to increase safety by replacing 63 level-crossings, mainly located on open 
stretches of track, and installing safety and communications systems suited 
to me traffic carried along particular sections of track, 
to carry out the first phase of the work required to develop a high-quality 
rail system, in particular on future high-speed lines which cannot be 
operated with level-crossings, 
by means of structural measures, to bring savings in time and 
improvements in line lay-outs to the remote areas of the peninsula in 
order to make conventional rail services competitive in terms of journey 
times. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Preparation of project 30.11.1992 30.6.1995 
Purchase of land 30.12.1993 30.9.1995 
Main work 30.12.1993 30.12.1997 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
On the basis of the individual projects, the internal rate of return, the updated net 
value and the cost-benefit ratio for each subgroup of similar projects and of the 
whole group of projects have been calculated: 
10. track renovation (IRR): 
safety systems (IRR): 
removal of level-crossings (IRR): 
Group of projects - IRR: 
UNV: 
C/B ratio: 
Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
(ECU 1 = PTA 162.323) 15.6% 
11.82% 
6.2% 
10.79% 
ECU 86.7 million 
1.93 
Total cost Eligible cost 
Planning and preparation 505 165 
Purchase of land 9 425 651 9 117 623 
Buildings and construction 124 350 831 99 708 605 
Inspection and security 2 063 786 ! 2 063 786 
TOTAL 136 345 433 | 110 890 014 
Total eligible cost: 110 890 014 
Rate of assistance from the Cohesion Fund: ..*>5 ~ 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 94 25A 5:0 
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ANNEX I 
INFORMATION SHEET 
Summary of project 
No 95.11.65.008 
1. Title 
Trans-Catalonia Highway: Lérida-Gerona (Rajadell-Manresa-Artés sections). 
2. Body responsible for the application 
2.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Generalidad de Cataluna 
Dpto. de Polftica Territorial; Obras Pûblicas Gestion de 
Infraestructuras 
3.° Address: José Tarradelas 20 - 30. 1" planta 
08029 - Barcelona 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Catalonia 
5. Description 
The basic function of the Trans-Catalonia Highway is to provide three links with 
. :rans-European networks: the A-7 motorway at Gerona, the E-y trans-
European highway at Manresa and the A-2 motorway at Lérida. 
The principal idea is to provide a link between the cities of Lérida and Gerona 
across the central lowland without the need to pass through Barcelona, reshaping 
the radial pattern of the Catalan road network (reducing the length of the route 
from 250 km to around 215 km and cutting the journey time by 14%) and 
opening a direct route to the northern coast and the European road network. 
The route falls into five, very different sections: from Lérida to Cervera, from 
Cervera to Manresa, from Manresa to Vic, from Vic to Olot (the northern end 
of the route where it connects with the Olot-Figueras section). 
This Decision covers the Rajadell-Manresa-Artés (Rajadell-Manresa, Ronda de 
Manresa, Manresa-San Fruitôs, San Fruitôs-Artés) and the Vic-Manlleu (Xarxa 
arterial de Vic and Vic-Manlleu) sections, their lengths being as follows: 
Rajadell-Manresa 7.10 km 
Ronda de Manresa 1.36 km 
Manresa-San Fruitôs 5.04 km 
San Fruitôs-Artés 8.00 km 
Xarxa arterial de Vic 8.11 km 
Vic-Manlleu 3.65 km 
Total 33.26 km 
On the Rajadell-Manresa-Artes section it is planned to construct four viaducts, 
eight overpasses and nine interchanges and lay out 15 areas underneath the road 
and one service area . 
On the Vic-Manlleu section it is planned to construct M\ .ntercnanges. one 
viaduct, eight overpasses and 12 underpasses. 
6. Aims 
The principal aim is the creation of a corridor linking the interior of the Iberian 
Peninsula and the Mediterranean coast to the main access routes to Europe 
through the internal regions of Catalonia. 
The consolidation of this new corridor will make a substantial contribution to 
improving the tlow of people and goods and have a positive effect on inter­
community trade. 
Further aims are to promote the economic development of the regions in the 
interior and in the foothills of the Pyrenees, reduce congestion in the metropolitan 
area of Barcelona and achieve a definitive improvement in the balance of the 
region. 
The Trans-Catalonia H:^N".:' " 'vove the distribution and marketing of 
agricultural products, reduce men uansport costs and increase their potential 
market, particularly in Europe. 
The new route will provide alternative locations for industrial undertakings, 
helping, to reduce congestion in the industrial zones of the metropolitan area of 
Barcelona and to promote the creation of services to supply those undertakings. 
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The building industry and the service sector (transport and storage) will also 
benefit from the increase in population. 
In line with the general traffic forecast contained in the Catalan Highways Plan, 
the route should achieve four objectives: 
improving communications between internal regions and linking those 
regions to existing major routes to the interior of the Peninsula, the 
Mediterranean coast and the rest of Europe, 
providing a direct route between Lérida and Gerona, without the need to 
go through Barcelona, reducing the route from 250 km to around 215 km 
and reducing travelling time by 14%, 
creating a new route for the transport of goods from the French border 
and Lérida via La Junquera, 
reducing traffic congestion in the metropolitan area of Barcelona and •-
making an important contribution to reshaping the current radial pattern 
of the road network, centred on Barcelona. * 
7. Work schedule 
Rajadell/Manresa/Artés Commencement Completion 
section 
Preparation of project 11.1.1993 31.12.1994 
Purchase of land 1.3.1994 1.6.1995 
Main work 1.4.1994 31.12.1995 
Operational phase 31.12.1995 
Vic-Manlleu section 
Preparation of project 1.3.1993 30.5.1995 
Purchase of land 1.4.1995 1.9.1995 
Main work 1.9.1995 31.12.1995 
Operative phase 31.12.1995 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
Principal indicators used: 
- period of analysis: 25 years from the commencement of work 
- ADT Cervera-Manresa: 11 900 vehicles 
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Manresa-Vic: 
Vic-Olot: 13 232 vehicles 
12 041 vehicles 
The economic analysis takes account of the direct costs and benefits (cost of 
preparing the project, construction work, maintenance, savings in time, accidents 
and the costs of vehicle maintenance). 
Discount rate chosen: 6%: 
Result of the analysis: 
- Updated net value: 
- Internal rate of return: 
- Cost-effectiveness ratio: 
- First year of accumulated net benefits: 
9. Environmental impact assessment ECU 375 million 
16.6% 
2.1 
2004 
An environmental impact assessment was carried out before work began in 
accordance with Community Directive 85/337/EEC. 
Of the total cost, 18% will be devoted to measures considered necessary to 
protect the environment and correct the project's impact on it. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus] 
(ECU 1 = PTA 162.323) 
Total cost Eligible cost 
Planning and preparation 1 633 547 954 886 
Work 58 605 373 52 949 982 
Total 60 237 930 53 904 868 j 
Total eligible cost: 53 904 868 
Rate of Cohesion Fund assistance: 80% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 43 123 894 
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ANNEX I 
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Summary of project 
No 95.11.15.001 
1. Title: 
Marine surveillance and the control of marine pollution (2). 
2. Bodv responsible for the application 
2.1. Name: Direccion General de Planificaciôn 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la. Castellana 162, 28071 Madrid 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Direccion General de Marina Mercante 
3.2. Address: C/Ruiz de Alarcôn, 1 
28071 Madrid 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Catalom Pais Vasco, Valencia 
5. Description 
The measures are located in Almeria, Bilbao. Kuma de Mallorca. Tarragona and 
Valencia. Since these ports have seagoing trail:. ;:. is desirable for control centres 
to be set up there to ensure improved mnrnc .<;eiy. 
The following projects are planned: 
A) Almeria 
1. Construction of a Regional Rescue Coordination Centre and Harbour 
Master's Office for Almeria. 
The project involves building the Regionai Rescue Centre and the Harbour 
Master's Office. 
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Once finished, the building will cover a total area of 2 361.61 m2. The part 
occupied by the Harbour Master's Office will have three floors and will 
contain all the equipment and facilities required by this activity. At the 
southern end of the building will be a 15-storey tower to house the Regional 
Coordination Centre, including the crisis room, control room, auxiliary 
services, etc. The building will be situated on the Muelle de Levante at the 
Port of Almeria. The total useful area of the complex is 1 881.94 m2. 
2. Electronic equipment for the Regional Rescue Coordination Centre of 
Almeria. 
The Coordination Centre will require electronic equipment for the building 
housing the Centre itself and for the two remote stations, situated at Castillo 
de San Telmo and Cabo de Gâta. 
The equipment planned for each location is as follows: 
(a) Centre: control and presentation: VHF radiogoniometer; VHF 
communications for SMM; SMA and SMT; MW communications; 
communication recorder; weather station; link with remote stations; 
computer system; burglar and fire alarm; electricity. 
(b) Castillo de San Telmo remote station: X-band radar; link with 
the Centre; burglar and fire alarm; electricity. 
(c) Cabo de Gâta remote station: band radar; VHF radiogoniometer; 
burglar and fire alarm; electricity. 
B. Bilbao 
The following projects are planned: 
1. Construction of the building for the Regional Marine Rescue 
Coordination and Traffic Control Centre of the Autonomous Port of 
Bilbao. Santurce breakwater (Vizcaya). 
The Regional Marine Rescue Coordination Centre will be located in the 
Autonomous Port of Bilbao. It will provide information to the National 
Rescue Coordination Centre and will be responsible for coordinating and 
directing operations in its sphere of responsibility (provisionally from Cabo 
de A jo to the French coast). Together with the Gijôn centre, this Centre will 
cover the whole of the Cantabrian coast. 
The building will have nine storeys and a total built area of 3 994.80 m2. The 
last two storeys (8th and 9th) will be equipped with radio antennae, radar, 
dish antennae and other equipment for reception and transmission. 
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Extension of the Port, the first phase of which is under way, will turn it into 
a highly centralized nerve centre; the current ratio between the area of water 
and the quay-level surface of the docks will vary considerably. 
2. Electronic equipment for the Regional Marine Rescue Coordination 
Centre of Bilbao. 
The Regional Marine Rescue Coordination Centre will require electronic 
equipment for the building housing the Centre itself and for the two remote 
stations, situated at Punta Galea and Cabo Machichaco. The equipment 
planned for each location is as follows: 
(a) Centre: control and presentation; VHF communications for SMM; MW 
communications; communication recorder; link with remote stations: 
computer system; electricity. 
(b) Punta Galea remote station: band radar; radiogoniometer: VHF 
communications for SMA; weather station; link with the Centre; burglar 
and fire alarms; electricity. 
(c) Cabo Ajo remote station: VHF radiogoniometer; burglar and fire alarm; 
electricity. 
C. PALMA DE MALLORCA 
The following project is planned: 
1. Electronic equipment for the Regional Marine Rescue Coordination 
Centre of Palma de Mallorca. 
The equipment planned for each location is as follows: 
(a) Centre: control and presentation; VHF communications for SMM. SMA 
and SMT; MW communications; communication recorder; weather 
station; link with remote stations; computer system; burglar and fire 
alarms; electricity. 
(b) Sierra Alfabia remote station: radiogoniometer; VHF communications 
for SMA and SMT; link with the Centre; burglar and fire alarms; 
electricity. 
(c) Cabo Figueras remote station: X-banJ radar; burglar and fire alarm; 
electricity. 
D. TARRAGONA 
The following project is planned: 
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1. Electronic equipment for the Local Rescue Coordination Centre of 
Tarragona. 
The Local Rescue Coordination Centre will require electronic equipment for 
the building housing the Centre itself and for the remote station situated at 
Cabo Salou. The equipment planned for each location is as follows: 
(a) Centre: control and presentation; VHF communications for SMA, SMT 
and, partially, SMM; MW communications; communication recorder; 
weather station; link with remote station; computer system; electricity. 
(b) Cabo Salou remote station: band radar; VHF radiogoniometer; partial 
VHF communications for SMM; link with the Centre; burglar and fire 
alarms; electricity. 
E. VALENCIA 
The following projects are planned: 
1. Construction of building for the Harbour Master's Office and Marine 
Traffic Control Centre of Valencia. 
The ground plan of the building is made up of a number of cubes, 
surrounding a central section crowned by the control tower. It is thus divided 
into two segments clearly differentiated according to their functions: marine 
rescue coordination and the Harbour Master's Office. The two segments share 
a single entrance hall. The two functional segments are contained in two 
different parts of the building. The first houses the marine traffic control 
room and marine rescue coordination, together with the console room and 
meeting room, at the highest level of the building, at a height of 
approximately 40 m, in a cube set atop the rest of the building to ensure 
better visibility of port movements. The services catering for the public are 
in the Harbour Master's Office. 
2. Electronic equipment for the Regional Marine Rescue Coordination 
Centre of Valencia. 
The Marine Rescue Coordination Centre will require electronic equipment for 
the building housing the Centre itself and for the three remote stations situated 
on the dockside in the port, at Castellôn de la Plana and at Cabo de la Nao. 
The equipment planned for each location is as follows: 
(a) Centre: control and presentation; VHF communications for SMM; MW 
communications; communication recorder; weather station; link with 
remote stations; computer system; electricity. 
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(b) Dockside remote station: X-band radar; radiogoniometer; VHF 
communications for SMA and SMT; link with the Centre; burglar and 
fire alarms; electricity. 
(c) Castellôn de la Plana and Cabo de la Nao remote stations: 
radiogoniometer; VHF communications for SMA and SMT; link with the 
Centre; burglar and fire alarms; electricity. 
6. Aims 
According to the National Plan for special services to save human lives at sea. 
the specific tasks of the Network of Marine Traffic Control Centres are: 
surveillance and prevention of accidents at sea 
surveillance and control of marine traffic 
- coordination of marine rescue 
monitoring and prevention of pollution 
monitoring of activity at sea and in port 
- dissemination of marine safety brochures 
- provision of support and information to the government department 
responsible for maritime affairs. 
Creation of the network of control centres will make it possible to carry out these 
tasks along stretches of the Spanish coast which are sensitive because of the 
intensity of marine traffic (Bilbao), transport of hazardous goods (Tarragona with 
its oil terminal), heavy pleasure-boat traffic (Palma de Mallorca) or import transit 
traffic (Valencia and Murcia). 
The new premises and equipment for the Harbour Masters' Offices in Almeria. 
Bilbao and Valencia will enable the Harbour Masters to improve their control 
over activities at sea and in port as well as the administrative tasks of handling 
shipping movements, inspection of vessels and other such activities. 
Work schedule 
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Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1.10.1994 31.12.1996 ; 
Operational phase 1.1.1997 
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8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
The National Plan for special services to save human life at sea and prevent 
marine pollution was approved on 13 March 1994 in compliance with the 
mandate in Article 78 of Law 27/1992 on State ports and the merchant navy. The 
Plan's main antecedent was Spain's ratification of the Hamburg Convention, also 
known as the 1979 SAR Convention (International Convention on Marine Search 
and Rescue, 1979) in March 1993, which laid the legal and teclmical bases for 
an International Marine Search and Rescue Plan. 
The National Plan also plays a role in the national and Community policy on 
marine rescue and ecological protection of the sea, as well as in the undertakings 
made by the European Union in its marine safety programme - and the 
undertakings of international organizations. 
Its chief aim is to set up and maintain a national organization for marine search 
and rescue and pollution control. 
In this context, premises are being built and equipped for the different types of 
coordination centre, taking care that the same criteria are used for functions and 
equipment. 
In 1993 a total of 704 vessels put in at the port of Almeria, of which 451 
were ferries, carrying more than 300 000 passengers. 
: .'50 000 tonnes of freight were handled. 
In No\ ember 1994 a ferry route to Nador (Morocco) was opened which is 
-.'\peLted to transport 360 000 passengers during 1995. 
\ tuning fleet of some 100 vessels operates in the area of the Almeria bay. 
tu 1(W a total of 3 284 vessels put in at the port of Bilbao, and around 
."^ million tonnes of freight were handled. 
"Mb Mansport of oil products and derivatives exceeded 14.5 million tonnes. 
! e -egulai route to England carried 89 118 passengers in both directions. 
: n- •.<..•! fh->r ^"-+ c '' 7oods handled must be moved up the estuary in 
i ;mm> to the lacions and places of production/consumption also has an 
e V'. • • n port traffic. 
11,. n me spent at anchor both inside and outside the port by vessels waiting 
for repair in the shipyards heightens the need for a traffic control centre. 
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- In 1993 2 708 vessels put in at the port of Palma, and 3 169 725 tonnes of 
freight were handled, of which 812 907 tonnes were bulk liquid, mainly oil 
products. Ferry passenger traffic amounted to 576 450. 
In addition there are a fishing fleet and three leisure marinas within the port 
of Palma, with 2 000 berths. 
- In 1994 2 227 merchant vessels put in at the port of Tarragona and 23.8 
million tonnes of freight were handled, including 14.5 million tonnes of oil 
and oil products handled at the refinery. There is also a great deal of bulk 
transport, with 6.8 million tonnes handled. 
Tarragona also has a large fishing fleet which leaves and enters port at fixed 
times, when there is greater likelihood of dangerous situations arising 
involving manoeuvring vessels. 
- In 1994 4 708 merchant vessels put in at the port of Valencia. There are also 
108 fishing vessels and 548 pleasure craft registered at the port, which make 
for considerable daily activity in port and coastal waters. 
A total of 13 million tonnes of freight were handled in 1994, a considerable 
proponion of which were oil and chemical products more likely to create a 
dangerous situation in the event of an accident. 
Passenger traffic during the same period amounted to 187 173. 
9. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
(ECU 1 = PTA 162.323) 
Set of projects 
Buildings and 
construction 
Equipment and 
machinery 
VAT 
TOTAL Total cost 
6 481 257 
•7 350 074 
2 213 014 
16 044 345 Expenditure prior 
to eligibility date 
2 617 282 
418 764 
3 036 046 Eligible costs 
3 863 975 
7 350 074 
1 794 250 
13 008 299 
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Breakdown by project: 
Place/work 
Almeria 
Bilbao 
Palma de 
Mallorca 
Tarragona 
Valencia 
TOTAL Buildings and 
construction 
863 334 
987 796 
1 631 081 
4 482 211 Equipment and 
machinery 
1 940 564 
1 887 323 
1 804 582 
944 333 
1 949 286 
8 526 088 Eligible costs 
3 803 898 
2 875 119 
3 435 663 
944 333 
1 949 286 
13 008 299 
Total eligible cost: 
Rate of assistance: 
Cohesion Fund assistance: ECU 13 008 299 
85% 
ECU 11 057 054 
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10. Monitoring indicators 
Civil engineering works Estimated volume 
of work to 
terminate project 
Excavation 856 m3 
Concrete 4 742 m3 
Floors 6 692 m3 
Equipment 
Radars/Goniometers 7/11 units 
VHF/MF communications 5 units 
consoles 
Radio links and remote 4 units 
control 
Weather stations 5 units 
Electricity supply 5 units 
Local area networks 5 units 
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SUMMARY 
Summary of the project 
No: 95.11.15.002 
L ride 
Prior appraisal and cost/benefit analysis of projects from local bodies. 
2. Body responsible for the application 
2.1. Name: Direccion General de Planificaciôn 
2.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162, 28071 Madrid 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 
3.2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162, 28071 Madrid 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Spain 
4.2. Region: Aragon, Balearic Islands, Basque Country, Catalonia, 
Madrid, Navarre and Rioja 
5. Description 
A series of four technical assistance studies for the preparation of documents required 
under Community rules in relation to environmental projects submitted by local 
authorities in 1995 for part-financing from the Cohesion Fund. They include urban 
drainage and water purification, improvements to the urban environment and infrastructure 
to improve the environment in Madrid, the management of urban waste and infrastructure 
to improve the environment in Barcelona and the Barcelona metropolitan area. 
6. Aims 
To carry out the studies required for a detailed prior appraisal of the results expected from 
implementation of the projects put forward by local authorities. These studies will 
concentrate on a general diagnosis of existing problems: analysis of projects in terms of 
the strategy and priorities of Spain's environmental policy, its compatibility with 
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Community environmental policies, the impact of these policies on the environment, the 
economic and social benefits to be secured through implementation of the projects 
through cost/benefit analysis and an analysis of the administrative situation, the financing 
plan and sources of finance. 
7. Work schedule 
Type of worit Start End 
Study 1 May 1995 31 July 1995 
8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages 
Not applicable 
9. Environmental impact assessment 
Not applicable. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
Total cost: 182 288 
Total eligible cost: 182 288 
Percentage aid from the Cohesion Fund: 100% • 
Cohesion Fund aid: 182 288 
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(EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 
No 93.10.61.007 
1. Name of project: 
Enxoé dam and supply system 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcçâo Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional 
2.2. Address: Av. D. Carlos I 126-7°, 1200 Lisbon 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Instituto da Âgua 
3.2. Address: Av. Almirante Gago Coutinho 30, 1000 Lisbon 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Portugal 
4.2. Region: Alentejo 
5. Description 
This project concerns the Enxoé dam and related structures, water treatment 
plant, lift station, supply system and access. 
The dam will have a maximum height of 20.5 m and will create a reservoir with 
a total capacity of 10.4 hm3 and an active storage capacity of 9.5 hnv\ The 
flooded area will cover 2 km2 at full storage capacity level. 
The other related works involve a temporary diversion, a spillway., an intake 
tower and a submerged weir. 
Water for public supply will be collected in the reservoir, channelled to the 
treatment plant by gravity and pumped to the supply system. 
The supply system, consisting of two autonomous circuits, will be around 120 km 
long and made up of buried pipelines of not more than 300 mm in diameter. The 
system will also include two storage tanks. 
The planned access routes will replace the roads which are no longer usable 
because of the dam and the reservoir. 
Objectives 
The main purpose of the project is to provide an efficient and lasting supply of 
water to the communes of Serpa and Mértola, thereby correcting the serious 
shortage from which they currently suffer. 
These communes are situated in Alentejo, a region with scarce water resources 
subject to prolonged droughts, where it is necessary to exploit surface resources 
by creating reservoirs such as the one planned for the Enxoé river. 
The new system will substantially increase the percentage of the population 
served, particularly in Mértola, where the rate of supply will increase from 12% 
to 50%. 
Water supplied by the system must comply with the quality requirements of 
Directive 80/778/EEC relating to the quality of water intended for human 
consumption. 
Thanks to the project it will also be possible to regulate the flow of water, 
thereby maintaining the life cycle and water quality. 
/. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Studies 1.10.1994 31.12.1997 
Purchase of land 1995 31.12.1995 
Construction 15.10.1995 31.12.1997 
Operational phase 1.1.1998 
Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
At 6.6%, the internal economic rate of return is considered satisfactory for this 
type of investment, in view of the context in which the project is situated. 
Assessment of environmental impact 
The negative effects on the flora and fauna which have been identified are 
deemed acceptable in the construction phase and negligible in the operational 
phase. 
Since this region is subject to prolonged droughts and suffers badly from erosion, 
an overall positive environmental impact can be expected. Measures to optimize 
the project's impact have already been identified. 
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10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) 
Total cost: 25 656 111 
Eligible costs (after 1.1.1993): 25 527 111 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 21 698 045 
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•> i Project No: 94.10.61.015 
Title of project 
(c tc Bcuthe water supply system: Odeleite dam, connecting tunnel, conduit 
:,: * K*:'ment station at Tavira. 
Body responsible for the application: 
Name. Direcçào Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional 
Address Av D Carlos 1, 126-7°, 1200 Lisbon, Portugal 
Authority iesponsible tor implementation: 
} ! Name Instituto da Auua 
i ^ Address Av Almirante Gago Coutinho 30, 1200 Lisbon, Portugal 
A I .«cation 
+ i Membci State. Portugal 
•\ 2 Aoinmjs.trative district" Algarve 
Pc cnption 
<'id? -leito Beliche water system is intended to supply seven municipalities in the 
<•.•!»!»>' the eastern Algarve, the population of which over the life of the project (2027) 
:>.v. iied at net ween 600 000 and 700 000. 
.v .iter ^ili be taken from the Odeleite and the Beliche, both tributaries of the Guadiana. 
" e <\ '-U'rM wtil comprise 
i.iic Bebche dam (alieady built) 
the Beliche treatment station (already built) 
The OJueite dam 
[:••.. u.jiifici connecting the two reservoirs 
r'V conduit from the Beliche to Tavira 
vcatment station at Tavira 
.'.".• nmatH>n system 
v SÎCÏT. tor drying out the edge of the irrigated area. 
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The first tweujems, which have already been completed, and works forming part of the 
irrigation sjeptam are not included in the project approved by this decision. 
The Odeleite dam consists of an embankment with rock filling and will reach a maximum 
height of 65 m. The crest of the dam, will be 12 m wide with a span of about 347 m at 
a height of 55 m. 
The dam will create a reservoir which, when full, will have a depth of 52 m, flooding an 
area of 720 ha. It will store a total of 130 cu hm with a useful volume of 117 cu hm. 
The Odeleite reservoir will be linked to the Beliche reservoir by a 3 km tunnel built to 
carry 25 eu m per second with the two reservoirs having the same level. The tunnel will 
have isolating facilities so that either of the reservoirs can operate independently without 
use of the tunnel. 
The conduit system includes the uptake tower, the conduit tunnel, two lifting stations and 
two sections of conduit 2.5 m wide and 28 km long. ï 
The Tavira water treatment station will have a capacity of 2.2 eu m per second and 
operate in four modules. Only two of these have so far been built and a further 
application will be made in respect of the other two. The station is the last element in the 
system before distribution to the municipal networks. 
The first phase of construction of this water treatment station received assistance from the 
ERDF under the operational programme for the Sotavento Algarvio. The last expenditure 
recorded under this Programme, which finished that phase of the project, was dated 21 
July 1994. 
It should also be noted that the phase of the Tavira treatment station now being financed 
accounts for 8% of the total investment covered by this decision. 
6. Main, objectives 
The project is intended to provide a secure supply of drinking water to the eastern 
Algarve to met the steep increase in demand generated by the expansion of toruist 
activity. 
At present, the area is supplied from underground resources whose over-exploitation is 
resulting in poorer-quality water, lowering of the water table and the incursion of salt 
water. 
The use of surface water from the two tributaries oi the Guadiana will meet the two 
fundamental objectives of providing the population with a regular supply of high-quality 
water and enabling the aquifers to recover by reversing the process of salinization through 
the incursion of sea water. 
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The introdigetien into service of the system will provide a full guarantee of supplies and 
increase th^rtfe of service from 50% to 65% in the low season and from 68% to 80% 
in the high season. 
7. Work schedule: 
Schedule Starting date Finishing date 
Technical projects in progress , 31 December 1994 
Purchase of land in progress 31 December 1995 _ 
Main works in progress 31 December 1996 
Operational April 1996 
8. Assessment of economic and social costs and benefits 
The overall internal economic rate of return of the project is 9.04% and the internal rate 
of return 8%. These rates are regarded as acceptable for this type of project and the 
investment may be considered justified. 
These results are not very sensitive to changes in the parameters: the internal economic 
rate of return would fall only to 7.4% if ail the following happened at once: 
15% increase in the costs of the investment still to be carried out; 
10% increase in maintenance and running costs; 
10% fall in the benefits expected. 
9 Lnvironmental impact assessment 
Analysis of the use to be made of the water flows regulated by the two dams in the 
Odeleite-Beliche system suggests that the project will confer significant environmental 
benefits Of the resources available, 64% will be used for environmental purposes (39% 
to provide drinking water, 20% to replace water taken from aquifers and 5% to maintain 
watercourses of ecological importance). 
The environmental impact assessment on the undertaking demonstrated that construction 
of the dam would have only a minimal impact since there would be no displacement of 
people and only about 40 ha of agricultural land would be flooded. 
The impact downstream will be controlled through the discharges from the two reservoirs 
in order to ensure conservation of the flora and fauna. The discharges could also be used 
to control water problems in the Castro Marim salt marsh, an area of great ecological 
importance. 
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The impaction" the ecosystems of the Guadiana and its estuary is expected to be slight. 
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It should also be noted that the measures to reduce impact noted in the environmental 
study were taken into account in designing the projects for implementation of the works 
and the costs of implementing them were included in the total costs of the project. 
10. Cost and contribution (in ECU): 
Total cost: 154037354 
Eligible cost (after 9 August 1994): 101 679 860 
Cost taken into account for calculation of 
contribution (after deduction of revenue): 89 478 277 
Rate of contribution: 80% 
Contribution from Cohesion Fund: 71 582 622 
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PROJECT No: 94.10.61.017 
Brief description 
1 Title of project 
Treatment of waste water from Portimâo - network of collectors and treatment station 
2. Authority responsible for the applciation 
2.1. Name: Direcçâo Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional 
2.2. Address: Av D. Carlos I, 126-7°, 1200 Lisbon, Portugal 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Municipality of Portimâo 
3.2. Address: Largo 1° de Maio, 8500 Portimâo, Portugal 
4. Location 
4.1. Member state: Portugal 
4.2. Administrative district: Algarve 
5. Description 
The project includes construction of a waste water treatment station in Portimâo and 
connecting infrastructure. 
The station will serve 135 000 people and treat effluent in three stages: 
preliminary treatment 
secondary treatment (biological) 
tertiary treatment (settlement ponds) 
The connecting infrastructure includes two lifting stations and the necessary conduits, 
storm drains and discharge pipes. 
This project forms part of the wider basic drainage scheme Barlavento (western Algarve), 
which was intended to provide integrated solutions and achieve economies of scale. 
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Total investment in the Barlavento system is estimated at about ECU 80 million and fresh 
applications to the Cohesion Fund will be made in the next few years. 
6. Main aims 
The aim of this project is to reduce discharges of pollution from Portimâo and ensure that 
the final quality of the effluent is compatible with the receptor, the river Arade and the 
Alvor inlet, and with the criteria laid down in Directive 91/271/EEC on waste water 
The measure is intended to preserve particularly sensmve ecosystems or.; 
in the area suitable for bathing and the raising of molluscs. make ceac: 
The overall objective of the Barlavento system, which includes protected area;; .irv.1 a::-. 
of considerable ecological value, is to ensure preservation of the environment m tne Î>K 
of increasing pressure from urban development and tourism. 
7. Schedule 
Schedule Start End 
Technical projects August 1993 lune 
Purchase of land 
Main works June 1994 June 1°^ 
Operational 1995 
8. Environmental assessment 
The most significant impact op the project will be the substantial improvement in water 
quality, which will be helpful to biotopes, activities requiring the use of water resources 
and water-based recreational activities. 
The solution adopted is regarded as compatible with the characteristics of the area m 
which it is being built and the level of purification obtained will permit the reuse of 
effluent, so improving management of water resources. 
9 Economic assessment 
The cos^enefit analysis shows gross value added of ESC 2 197 million, in view of ihe 
type of project concerned, the investment may be regarded as justified 
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10 Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
Total cost 8 071 855 
Eligible cost (after 3 October 1994) 7 793 855 
Rate of assistance 85% 
Assistance from the Cohesion Fund 6 624 777 
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1. PROJECT TITLE 
Tip for Almada, Seixaland Sesimbra 
2. AUTHORITY RESPONSIBLE FOR THE APPLICATION 
2.1. Name: Direcçâo Geral do Desenvolvivmento Regional 
2.2. Address: Av. D. Carlos I, 126-7°, 1200 Lisbon, Portugal 
3. AUTHORITY RESPONSIBLE FOR IMPLEMENTATION: 
3.1. Name: Câmara Municipal do Seixal 
3.2. Address: R. Fernando de Sousa, 2, 2840 Seixal, Portugal 
4. LOCATION: 
4.1. Member State: Portugal 
4.2. Administrative district: Lisbon metropolitan area, southern bank of Tagus 
5. DESCRIPTION 
The aim is to find a solution for the treatment of the 310 tonnes of solid urban waste 
generated each day by some 320 000 people. 
The project comprises the tip, works on the approach areas, fencing, support facilities, 
protection systems and external networks. 
The technical approach to construction of the tip is as follows: 
in each area designated for a phase of the tip, "cavities" respecting the existing 
lie of the land will be constructed. In the early years, these will be filled until the 
level of the surrounding land has been reached; 
in subsequent phases, filling will take the form of layers 1 m deep separated by 
trenches where trees can be planted. Ditches will be constructed for liquids to 
reach the basic drainage system; 
wherCfrffing is completed, each layer of the tip will be finally sealed. 
This project forms part of the major system for treating solid waste from southern 
Greater Lisbon which, when completed, will include two other subsystems shared by a 
number of municipalities and a final treatment centre for incineration and/or composting. 
Total investment for this large system, which will continue to require assistance from the 
Cohesion Fund, is currently estimated at about ECU 65 million. 
6. MAIN OBJECTIVES 
The objective of the project is to treat and dispose of all the solid waste produced in 
three municipalities. 
The project has been planned to meet the appropriate requirements, standards and rules 
for the utilization and operation of works of this type and the tip is designed to be » 
integrated into the landscape. 
Integration of this project into the major system to be undertaken in the metropolitan area 
of Lisbon south of the Tagus will ensure a consistent appraoch to development and 
greater technical and financial efficiency. 
7. SCHEDULE 
Schedule Start Finish 
Technical projects September 1992 February 1995 
Purchase of land 
Main works September 1994 June 1995 
Operational phase June 1995 2006 
8. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT 
The- project has taken account of the impact study carried out and includes preventative 
measures and provisions to protect existing environmental conditions, including systems 
to avoid seepages and extract gases. 
The solution adopted will also permit restoration of the original earth and future 
conversion into a green area. 
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In view of trQ^ecautions taken in drawing up the project and the fact that the tip is not 
close to an §n^jronmentally sensitive area, there is not expected to be any significant 
negative impact. -
9. ECONOMIC ASSESSMENT 
The project is regarded as an effective means of achieving the objectives set and is 
required to comply with the relevant Community legislation. The investment may 
therefore be regarded as justified. 
10. TOTAL COST 
Total cost Expenditure prior to Total eligible cost 
eligibility 
8 952 699 30 081 8 922 618 
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No 95/10/61/001-002-005-007 
1. Name of project: 
Water supply to Grande Porto-Sul 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcçâo Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional 
2.2. Address: Av. D. Carlos I, 126-7°, 1200 Lisbon 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Câmara Municipal do Porto 
Address:Rua Barâo de Nova Sintra. 285 Porto 
3.2. Name: Câmara Municipal de Vale de Cambra 
Address: Av. Camilo de Matos. 3730 Vale de Cambra 
3.3. Name: Câmara Municipal de Vila Nova de Gaia 
Address: Rua 14 de Outubro, 343 Vila Nova de Gaia 
3.4. Name: Camara Municipal de Valongo 
Address: Rua 5 de Outubro. 160 4440 Valongo 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Portugal 
4.2. Region: Grande Porto-Sul 
5. Description 
A set of measures to be implemented in four municipalities in Porto south 
5.1. Porto 
Work to improve Porto's collection system to remedy the current shortcomings: 
recharge wells close to the Lever intake and connection to the Vila Nova de Gaia 
lifting system for reception of surplus water. There will also be a study for a 
cleansing system for the area around the intakes. 
5.2. Vale de Cambra 
Work to improve the Caima intake, creation of a new intake at Padastros and 
construction of seven reservoirs with supply and lift conduits. 
5.3. Vila Nova de Gaia 
Work to increase the production capacity of Vila Nova de Gaia's collection 
systems, which also supply water to several surrounding municipalities. Seven 
recharge wells will be drilled and the pressure surge control will be strengthened 
so that a larger volume of water can be lifted. 
5.4. Valongo 
Work to improve the water delivery and storage capacity, including construction 
of two new reservoirs, pipelines and an auxiliary flow acceleration system. 
All these operations contribute to the large intermunicipal system of greater Porto 
south, which includes large infrastructures for collection, treatment and 
distribution serving 14 municipalities in the suburbs of Porto south. The system 
will also be financed by the Cohesion Fund and will require total investment of 
almost ECU 200 million. 
Objectives 
This set of measures is intended to secure the supply of water to areas which have 
experienced water shortages or interrupted supply, and to prepare the water 
transport and storage networks of the municipalities for successful integration into 
the intermunicipal system which will serve the region of Porto south. 
The water supplied by the system will have to meet the quality standards laid 
down in Directive 80/778/EEC relating to the quality of water intended for human 
consumption. 
Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Studies 1.8.1994 30.6.1995 
Purchase of land 1.5.1995 30.6.1995 
Construction 1.5.1995 31.7.1998 
Operational phase 1.8.1998 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
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The internal rates of return,determined on the basis of real prices which are lower 
than the economic price of water, are very low. 
These rates become satisfactory if account is taken of the real value of water in 
the target region. 
Assessment of environmental impact 
The measures to be implemented do not concern environmentally sensitive areas 
nor areas adjacent to such and will therefore have no substantially negative 
effects. In all, these measures will have a positive impact on the management of 
water resources and wall help improve the rates of supply to the population, in 
terms of both quality and quantity. 
10- Cost and assistance (in ECU) 
Cost per project: 
Porto 
Vale de Cambra 
Vila Nova de Gaia 
Valonuo Total Eligible 
490 714 490 714 
2 705 351 2 679 351 
273 832 273 832 
2 658 839 2 613 539 
Total cost: 6 128 736 
Eligible costs: 6 057 436 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 5 148 821 
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No 95.10.61.003 
1. Name of project: 
Sewage system for Grande Porto Sul - Vale de Cambra subsystem 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcçâo Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional 
2.2. Address: Rua de Sâo Juliâo 63, 1100 Lisbon 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Câmara Municipal de Vale de Cambra . 
3-.2. Address: Av. Camilo de Matos 3730, Vale de Cambra 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Portugal 
4.2. Region: Grande Porto 
5. Description 
Installation of the drainage and waste-water treatment network for Grande Porto Sul 
requires the implementation of a set of projects, grouped by subsystems for the 14 
municipalities situated in the area served by the Porto Sul/Aguas do Douro e Paiva 
supply system. 
Each municipality's subsystem has been designed on the basis of the lie of the local 
catchment areas or coastline. Solutions involving more than one municipality have 
been chosen whenever the orographic conditions permit. 
The total investment for the 14 municipalities will be around ECU 200 000 000. The 
Cohesion Fund has already provided assistance to a number of projects, particularly 
v,oi'.-:. ...u bouro basin and the southern part of the Leca basin. 
The Vale de Cambra subsystem in the Caima basin which is the subject of this 
Decision involves the following: 
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the regional outlet channel at Sâo Pedro de Castelâo, 7 500 m long, to cater for a 
population of 21 000 inhabitants, to be linked to the treatment plant to be built at 
Ossela; 
two treatment plants and their respective lifting systems for. the drainage of liquid 
waste and its transport to the outlet channel. 
Objectives 
The project will increase the coverage of the population with regard to treatment of 
waste water and will reduce the pollution of the region's watercourses. It will also 
contribute to the implementation of Directive 91/271/EEC on the treatment of waste 
water. To that end it will soon be supplemented by the construction of the Ossela 
treatment plant. 
Meanwhile, the outlet channels must not be used until the treatment plant is 
operational. 
Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
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Technical projects 1.7.1994 31.5.1995 
Construction 1.6.1995 31.12.1997 
Commissioning 1.1.1998 
Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The investment is warranted in view of the type of project and the fact that it is part 
of a larger-scale operation. It is also needed to comply with the Community rules on 
the treatment of waste water. 
The rates applied will make it possible to cover running costs. 
Assessment of environmental impact 
The project will have a positive effect on soil quality and surface and ground water 
quality. 
The project is far from any ecologically sensitive areas and will have no negative 
impact on the environment. 
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10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) 
Total cost: 2 479 919 
Eligible costs (after 5.5.1995): 2 433 919 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 2 068 831 
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7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Studies and projects 1.3.1992 31.12.1997 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) 
Total cost: 1 180 849 
Eligible costs: 670 267 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 569 729 
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No 95.10.61.006 
1. Name of project: 
Sewer system for Grande Porto Sul - Valongo subsystem 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcçâo Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional 
2.2. Address: Rua de Sâo Juliâo 63, 1100 Lisbon 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Câmara Municipal de Valongo 
3.2. Address: Av. 5 de Outubro, 160 - 4440 Valongo 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Portugal 
4.2. Region: Grande Porto 
5. Description 
Installation of the drainage and waste-water treatment system for Grande Porto 
Sul requires the implementation of a set of projects, grouped by subsystems, for 
the 14 municipalities situated in the area served by the Porto Sul/Aguas do Douro 
e Paiva system. 
Each municipality's subsystem has been designed on the basis of the lie of the 
local catchment areas or coastline. Solutions involving more than one municipality 
have been chosen whenever the orographic conditions permit. 
The total investment for the 14 municipalities will be around ECU 200 000 000. 
The Valongo subsystem to which this Decision refers covers the Leça and 
Ferreira river basins and involves the following: 
Fer re ira 
a general interceptor of a total length of around 12 km, made up of three 
interceptors and linked to the Valongo treatment plant; 
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-.N, 16/95, 12790000 POO .PTi 
Leça 
Valongo treatment plant, for secondary treatment to cater initially for a 
population of 30 000 inhabitants; 
a general interceptor of a total length of around 5 km, made up of two 
interceptors and linked to the Ermesinde treatment plant; 
Ermesinde treatment plant, for secondary treatment to cLter initially for a 
population of 50 000 inhabitants. 
This project supplements other operations carried out in the Leva basin and part-
financed by the Cohesion Fund under Decisions C(93) 3977 and C(94; 3603. 
Objectives 
The project aims to put an end to the discharge of untreated .fituents into that 
part of the river basins situated in Valongo and to improve ihe quality of surface, 
and ground water. 
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It will substantially increase the level of service to the population and will 
contribute to the implementation of Directive 91/271/EEC as regards the quality 
of the final effluent. 
Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Technical projects 1.4.95 31.7.95 
Purchase of land l.5..f'"~ 31.11.95 
Construction 1.5/' 30.11.97 
Operational phase 1.12. 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The investment is warranted in view of the ; 
part of a larger-scale oner?tinn. it is also ncr. 
rules on the treatmuu ot \.^ic water. »f project and the fact that it is 
LO comply with the Community 
The rates applied will make it possible to a inning costs. 
EN/16/95/12790000 POO <PTi 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
The project will have a positive effect in ensuring integrated pollution control and 
substantially improving water quality. 
The project is far from any ecologically sensitive areas and will have no negative 
impact on the environment. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) 
Total cost: 8 674 450 
Eligible costs (after 25.5.1995): 8 622 450 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 7 329 083 
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(EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 
No 95.10.61.000 
1- Name of project: 
xMultimunicipal water-supply system tor northern Grande Porto 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcçâo Geral do Desenvolvimemo Regional 
2.2. Address: Av. D. Carlos I 126-7 . 1200 LiMv.n 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Aguas do Câvado. S.A. 
3.2. Address: R. Elias Garcia. 245-1 4750 Barcelos 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Portugal 
4.2. Region: Grande Porto 
5. Description 
The intermunicipal system of northern Grande Porto must suppA d» 
to seven municipalities with a total population of 600 000 irhah 
annual consumption of 35 million nv. 
It is a supply system for the collection and treatment ol water and tor ir 
drinking water to the reservoirs of each of the user municip liities. 
responsible for further distribution to the consunn r. 
The system has been designed and will be implemented :;: an micLir.:' 
and will all be financed by the Cohesion fund It is made mp . >;: 
- surface collection from the Câvado: 
- a treatment plant with a capacity of 230 000 m'.-'day at \;e;:^ die ^ 
- a storage reservoir; 
- a distribution network consisting of 122 km of pipe-lint- •..( \anon 
up to 1 400 mm 
- three control reservoirs: 
- five lift stations. 
The first phase of the work, covered by this Decision, involves: 
- the storage reservoir, with a capacity of 20 000 m3, to be built close to the 
collection point: 
- a pilot treatment plant with a nominal capacity of 50 mVhour to test the 
treatment method to be used in the treatment station at Areias de Vilar, since 
treatment will probably require rather complex operations; 
the °ippi\ systems which will feed the reservoirs for incoming water for four 
municipalities (Povoa do Varzim, Vila do Conde. Maia/norte and St Tirso), 
including 'wo eonimi 'reservoirs, four lift stations. 77 km of gravity-flow and 
i\sr- plp.ci'1 - i••!" vinous diameters from 300 to 1 400 mm. 
', :.;iiao, n < i : <c e.v.c!i«'.mechanical equipment of the lir: stations and treatment 
pi.-.,;: I'd ih. i.y- .. .a ;nal system will be scheduled on the basis of trends in 
!o i.:i\i •.[• <\ .he iv. of the equipment. 
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! . < r.;.'.; is 'ntuided to aiioid a global, integrated solution to the problem of 
.. • •. ; d.;. .; , ••-• -I'ia'ient supply of good-quality water to a hea\'ily populated region. 
••••>.' , lL ,-i n o:;, o o ;ov ipa! system will allow substantial economies of scale 
; 'lui'-ii a\l nvmnent of raw water, rationalizing existing means and 
: ;. • dnv miav.dcmcnr. 
•i >|iialit\ are expected to be great, since improved public supply 
. d - • . • «omsc in water from uncontrolled sources. 
V, , ' o.stem must comply with the quality requirements of 
the quality of water intended for human 
e he needed to define the conditions required 
on MI cam of the >\ stem. " loap to 
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7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Purchase of land 1.2.96 31.12.96 
Construction 1.9.96 31.3.97 
Operational phase 1.6.97 31.12.2020 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
On the basis of an analysis covering a thirty-year period, consumption, currently 
at 35 million m3. will increase by around 85%. 
The price for supplying treated water is Esc 50/m3 (1994 prices): this rate covers 
running and maintenance costs. 
The internal rate of return is 12.3% and the cost/benefit ratio is 1.38. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
The measures to be implemented do not concern environmentally sensitive areas 
nor areas adjacent to such and will therefore have no environmentally negative 
effects. 
The project will have a positive effect on the quality of the water distributed and 
will help correct the current over-exploitation of groundwater 
10. Cost and assistance (in 1 XT ) 
Total cost: 7 277 275 
Flimble costs (alter 24.5 \^)>Y. ^7 227 2?5 
Rate ol a 
( 'oheMon 1 and distance: 270 010 
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No 95.10.61.010 
1. Name of project: 
Intermunicipal water-supply system for the Sotavento Algarvio 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcçào Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional 
2.2. Address: Av. D. Carlos Î 126-7°, 1200 Lisbon 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Aguas do Sotavento . SA 
3.2. Address:R. Cândido Guerreiro. 43-4°. 8000 Faro 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Portugal 
4.2. Region: Algarve 
5. Description 
The intermunicipal water-supply system for the Sotavento Algarvio must supply 
drinking water to the coastal area consisting of seven municipalities in eastern 
Algarve. 
The region has a population of 177 000 inhabitants. However, since its main 
activity is tourism, the population rises to 468 000 in the high season. 
Annual consumption is of 21 million m\ but the scale of the system will allow 
it to cater for the 218 000 m3 daily consumption expected in the high season by 
the time the work is completed. 
It is a supply system for the collection and treatment of water and for transporting 
drinking water to the reservoirs of each of the user municipalities, which are 
responsible for further distribution to the consumer. 
The system has been designed and will be implemented in an integrated fashion 
and is made up of: 
two reservoirs, on the Odeleite and the Beliche, linked by a tunnel: 
an intake in the Beliche reservoir; 
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two lift stations; 
a pipeline 28 km long with a diameter of 2.5 m; 
two treatment plants, at Beliche and Tavira. 
This Decision concerns the following work: 
phase two of the extension of the Tavira treatment plant: two modules for the 
production of 1.1 m3/s; 
renovation and extension of the Beliche treatment plant, with a capacity of 
150 1/s, so that it can be integrated into the system: 
a distribution network consisting of 105 km of pipeline of various diameters 
up to 1 500 mm 
renovation of the supply facilities of the Beliche subsystem which comprises 
15 km of pipeline and the Caldeirâo lift station; 
four new lift stations. 
A previous phase of the work on this system has already been financed by the 
Cohesion Fund, to the tune of ECU 45.6 million (Decision C(95) 1530 of 
30.6.1995). 
6. Objectives 
This project is designed to provide a lasting solution, with full quality assurances, 
to the supply shortfalls in an area with limited underground resources. In addition, 
the irregularity of the public water supply is holding back the development of 
tourism, which is the region's economic mainstay. 
The choice of an intermunicipal system will allow substantial economies of scale 
in the production and treatment of raw water, rationalizing existing means and 
optimizing resource management. 
Water supplied by the system must comply with the quality requirements of 
Directive 80/778/EEC relating to the quality of water intended for human 
consumption. 
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7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Purchase of land 1.6.95 31.3.98 
Construction 1.9.95 31.10.98 
Operational phase 1.1.98 2024 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
On the basis of an analysis covering a thirty-year period, consumption, currently 
at 21 million m3, will increase by around 80%. 
The price for supplying treated water is Esc 54/m3 (1994 prices); this rate covers 
running and maintenance costs. 
The internal rate of return is 13.6% and the cost/benefit ratio is 1.49. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
The measures to be implemented do not concern environmentally sensitive areas 
ror areas adjacent to such and will therefore have no environmentally negative 
effects. 
Once the system is in operation it will no longer be necessary to use water from 
alternative sources, thereby preventing overexploitation of the groundwater, which 
already has rather high chloride levels, and providing better quality water. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) 
Total cost: 49 246 542 
Eligible costs (after 24.5.1995): 49 246 542 
Rate of assistance: 84% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 41 367 095 
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(EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 
No 95.10.61.011-014 
1. Name of project: 
Supply of water to the region of Grande Porto Norte 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcçâo Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional 
2.2. Address: Av. D. Carlos I 126-7°, 1200 Lisbon 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Câmara Municipal de Esposende 
Address: Praça do Municipio, 4740 Esposende 
3.2. Name: Câmara Municipal de Fafe 
Address: Av. 5 de Outubro, 4820 Fafe 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Portugal 
4.2. Region: Grande Porto Norte 
5. Description 
The project involves work to be carried out in two municipalities in the region of 
Porto Norte. 
Esposende 
Installation of 14 km of gravity-flow pipeline for connection to the main supply 
pipeline of the Grande Porto Norte intermunicipal system. 
Fafe 
Installation of a water intake in the Queimadela reservoir, a lift station, a water 
treatment plant for a throughput of 280 1/s, 12 km of gravity-flow pipeline and 
four interception and regulating tanks. 
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The peripheral location of part of the municipality requires continued partial 
autonomy in relation to the intermunicipal network. 
All these operations contribute to the large intermunicipal system of Grande Porto 
Norte, which includes large infrastructures for collection, treatment and 
'wholesale' distribution serving seven municipalities in the suburbs of Porto 
Norte. The system will also be financed by the Cohesion Fund and will require 
total investment of more than ECU 60 million. 
Objectives 
Esposende 
The purpose of the project is to improve the quality of the water'distributed once 
the link to the main intermunicipal pipeline replaces the current water intakes, 
which are already showing signs of contamination. 
Fafe 
The main purpose of the project is to rationalize the existing system, which is 
very dispersed, and to increase the rate of supply to 95% of the population. 
In both cases, the aim is also to prepare the water transport and storage networks 
of the municipalities for successful integration into the intermunicipal system 
which will serve the region of Porto Norte. 
The water supplied by the system must meet the quality requirements laid down in 
Directive 80/778/EEC on the quality of water for human consumption. 
Work schedule 
, .,-degory of work Commencement Completion 
Studies 1.7.95 31.12.96 
Purchase of land 1.10.95 31.12.96 
Construction 1.8.95 31.12.98 
Operational phase 1.1.99 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The internal rates of return, determined on the basis of real prices which are 
lower than the economic price of water, are very low. 
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These rates become satisfactory if account is taken of the real value of water in 
the target region. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
The measures to be implemented do not concern environmentally sensitive areas 
nor areas adjacent to such and will therefore have no environmentally negative 
effects. 
These measures will have a positive impact on the management of water resources 
and will help improve the rates of supply to the population and water quality. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) 
Cost per project: Total Eligible 
Esposende 1 030 371 1 030 371 
Fafe 5 259 164 5 259 164 
Total cost: 6 289 535 
Eligible costs (after 13.7.95): 6 289 535 
Rate of assistance: 85 % 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 5 346 105 
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(EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 
No 95.10.61.012 
1. Name of project: 
Sewerage system for greater Oporto north - Maia subsystem 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcçào Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional 
2.2. Address: Rua de Sâo Juliâo 63, 1100 Lisbon 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Câmara Municipal de Maia 
3.2. Address: Praça co Municipio, 4470 Maia 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Portugal 
4.2. Region: Greater Oporto 
5. Description 
Construction of the drainage and waste-water treatment system for greater Oporto 
north requires the implementation of a set of projects, grouped by subsystems, 
for the seven municipalities situated in the area served by the Porto-Norte/Âguas 
do Câvado water-supply system. 
Each municipality's subsystem has been designed on the basis of the lie of the 
local catchment area or coastline, and intermunicipal solutions have been chosen 
whenever the relief permits. 
The total investment for the seven municipalities will be around 
ECU 150 000 000. 
The Maia subsystem which is the subject of this Decision involves the following: 
- the outlet channel at Leandro, 6 km long, to cater for around 15 000 
inhabitants; 
the final stretch of the Arquinho outlet channel, 5 km long, to cater for 
10 000 inhabitants; 
-' the outlet channel at Silva Escura, 8 km long, to cater for 12 000 inhabitants; 
- thé outlet channel at Avioso, 8 km long, to cater for 20 000 inhabitants: 
- the outlet channel at Barca, 8 km long, to cater for 15 000 inhabitants; 
- the outlet channel at Milheiros, 8 km long, to cater for 18 000 inhabitant: 
- the Rio Leça outlet channel, 6 km long, to cater for 12 000 inhabitants; 
These outlet channels will transport untreated liquid waste to two treatment 
stations, one of which is already operational and the other nearing completion. 
Objectives 
The aim of the project is to ensure treatment of almost all the waste water of the 
Maia municipality and to increase the rate of service to the population from 55% 
to 95%. 
The project is part of a larger-scale operation covering the Leça basin and thus 
complements projects already financed by the Cohesion Fund (Decisions 
(C(93) 3977 and C(94) 3603). 
Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion ,| 
Technical projects 1.6.1995 31.12.1995 ;| 
Purchase of land 1.10.1995 31.12.1997 ; 
Construction 1.11.1995 31.12.1999 ] 
Operational phase 1.1.2000 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The investment is warranted in view of the type of project and the fact that it is 
part of a larger-scale operation. It is also needed to comply with the Community 
rules on the treatment of waste water. 
The charges applied will cover running costs. 
9. Assessment <»f environmental impact 
The project will contribute greatly to cleaning up the Leça and, together with the 
other measures currently underway, will help restore its self-healing capacity and 
rebalance its ecosystem. 
The project will also contribute to the application of Directive 917271/EEC on the 
treatment of waste-water and, since it is not situated in an ecologically sensitive 
area, it v>dl have no negative impact on the environment.. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) 
Total cosi: 9 328 261 
Tiligibie COMN (after 13.7.1995): 9 328 261 
Biilj^::L>J->Vj:;t.a_nce: 85% 
< oiie'-dr- ; • .••! dM.uiive: 7 929 022 
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(EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 
No 95.10.61.013 
1. Name of project: 
Collection and treatment of liquid effluent discharged into the Ria de Aveiro - phase 1 
2. Authority making the application 
•2.1. Name: Direcçâo Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional 
2.2. Address: Rua de Sâo Juliào 63, 1100 Lisbon 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: AM Ria - Association of municipalities of the Ria de Aveiro 
3.2. Address: Av. Dr Lourenço Peixinho, 15 - 2nd floor - 3800 Aveiro 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Portugal 
4.2. Region: Centre 
5. Description 
The integrated system for the collection, treatment and discharge into the Ria de Aveiro 
of liquid waste involves: 
a network of collectors made up of three raw effluent collectors and one treated 
effluent collector linked to the underwater outlet channel; 
two waste-water secondary treatment plants; 
an underwater outlet channel 3 000 m long for discharging treated residual water 
into the sea. 
The system is to cater for a population of 300 000 and a population eouivplnnt ^ ground 
700 000 units and is to be submitted to the Cohesion Fund as a whole. 
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This Decision concerns the following group of projects: 
5.1. a 3 000 m long underwater outlet channel of 1 600 mm in diameter fitted with a 
300 m diffuser at a depth of 20 m; 
5.2. the "general collector", which includes the general collector and an additional 
outfall, the Torreira outfall. 
The general collector, for transporting only waste water which has already been 
subjected to secondary treatment, is made up of a main segment which begins at 
the northern treatment plant and finishes at the entry to the underwater outlet, and 
a secondary segment running from the southern treatment plant, which joins the 
main segment at Gafanhas. 
The main segment is made up of: 
a buried pipeline 12 km long with a diameter of 1 400 mm running 
alongside the IP5 main road; 
a second buried pipeline 5 km long with a diameter of 1 600 mm, iriside 
the harbour area of the port of Aveiro; 
a third buried pipeline 2 km long with a diameter of 1 600 mm, situated 
parallel to the S. Jacinto air base. 
The secondary segment is made up of a buried pipeline about 4.6 km long and 
1 000 mm in diameter running alongside a road in the town of Gafanha da 
Nazaré. 
The Torreira outfall is made up of a buried pipeline about 6.2 km long and 
varying in diameter from 250 to 350 mm, running alongside the EN 327 road in 
an area which is about 50% occupied by buildings for tourism. 
5.3. A treatment plant for the central and southern areas (ETAR-SUL), to cater for a 
population of 220 000 inhabitants and providing secondary activated sludge 
treatment; the sludge will then be treated for agricultural use. 
A series of outfalls and additional work to link up the various existing 
subsystems. 
6. Objectives 
Broadly speaking, the project is designed to divert all the domestic and industrial liquid 
waste previously discharged into the Ria de Aveiro and ensure that it is adequately 
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treated before being discharged into the sea. 
The choice of an integrated, intermunicipal solution will permit economies of scale and 
ensure an overall coherent design which will comply with the criteria laid down in 
Community legislation, particularly Directive 91/271/EEC. 
The project also aims to protect the Ria de Aveiro as a wetland area necessary for the 
protection of aquatic birdlife and fauna, being a protected zone within the meaning of 
Directive 79/409/EEC on the conservation of wild birds. 
The positive effects of the project will include an increase in the biodiversity of the Ria 
and the recovery, protection and development of its ecosystem in accordance with 
Directive 92/43/EEC on the conservation of natural habitats. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
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Purchase of land 1.6.1995 1.12.1995 
Construction 1.9.1995 31.12.1998 * 
Operational phase 1.1.1999 
Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The investment is warranted in view of the type of project, because it is part of a larger-
scale operation, and because the measure is necessary for compliance with Community 
rules on waste-water treatment. 
The charges applied will cover the running costs. 
Assessment of environmental impact 
The project will have an overall positive environmental impact. By eliminating sources 
of pollution, the system will substantially improve the quality, of the water in the Ria de 
Aveiro and the Vouga basin. 
Since the project is located in a special protect •: zone for birds, a detailed inventory 
must be made of possible negative effects, panic, uirly during the construction phase, so 
that the necessary corrective measures can be iai:en. 
The effects on the most sensitive areas still reui 
included in this Decision and in the second further study and some of the work 
oe of the project (currently being 
prepared) will depend on the results of the study. (See Article 5(2) and Annex 111(5)). 
The Portuguese authorities, particularly those responsible for the environment, will 
ensure that the measures resulting from the studies are properly implemented and will 
make regular reports thereon to the Commission. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) 
Total cost: 68 731338 
Eligible costs: 68 731 338 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 58 421 636 
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(EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 
No 95/10/61/015 
1. Name of project: . 
Sewage system for Grande Porto-Norte: Esposende subsystem 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcçâo Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional 
2.2. Address: Rua de Sâo Juliâo 63. 1100 Lisbon 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Câmara Municipal de Esposende 
3.2. Address: Praça do Municipio - 4740 ESPOSENDE 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Portugal 
4.2. Region: Grande Porto 
5. Description 
Installation of the drainage and waste-water treatment network for Grande Porto-
Norte requires the implementation of a set of projects, grouped by subsystems, tor 
the seven municipalities situated in the area served by the Porto-Norte'Aguas do 
Câvado supply system. 
Each municipality's subsystem has been designed on the basis of the lie of the 
local catchment area or coastline, and solutions involving more than vine 
municipality have been chosen whenever the orographic conditions permit. 
The total investment for the seven municipalities ui!l be around 
ECU 150 000 000. The Cohesion Fund has already pnui.L-d assistance to a 
number of projects, particularly work on the A'e ;^ i-ai and t;calment ot v\aste 
water at Barcclos. 
The Esposende subsystem which is the subject of this Decision involves the 
following: 
the treatment plant at Marinhas, which will provide secondary activated 
sludue treatment for around 14 000 inhabitants: 
the iru.imcnt pl.;ni :ti Antas. in the Neiva basin, which will serve 2 800 
inhabitants. 
extension of the secondary activated sludge treatment plant at Esposende, 
which will serve sonic 20 000 inhabitants; 
a treatment plant lor the sludge produced by the different treatment plants 
serving some 70 n(!0 inhabitants: 
interceptors and 'oree mains of different diameters and a total length of about 
20 km: 
six lift stations with electro-mechanical equipment. 
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I he project will pro\ ide a sewage s\stem for the northern coastal area of 
1 po>cndc. --civmg 7^"o of domestic users (compared to 50% previously) and 
'i- .• of the small M,dM-av<Ml units situated on the outskirts of the town (compared 
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i- . o.in111nic and social>.< >st• {>i• t; <•ot_ :iualy sis 
ike ^.oiiiu'ni n- WM lanico1 in \ • o , •: ' k v. o pe ol project and the fact that it is 
, i:; > : i I :reer--'.-ile « r<:\ un<u l! • , .; d,:d to comply w ith the Community 
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o •• . : •• • I'M' n.MhM'iv .•,.'!:•••''*. :ii!\ -•,•;.-.nw e „ii .MN and w ill ha\ e no negative 
. i ,o n.: .si; ; ' •• o . ••,• ::''o';:ii, the uclwoi k v d •.. onti iknk. 'o :::. 
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! Hi H,os 
: I !0UU Completion 
31.12.1005 
31.12.109S 
Eligible costs (alter 13.7.1991): 4 121 48 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 3 503 259 
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(EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 
No 95.10.61.017 
1. Name of project: 
Sewerage system for greater Oporto south - Gondomar subsystem 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcçâo Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional 
2.2. Address: Rua de Sâo Juliâo 63, 1100 Lisbon 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Câmara Municipal de Gondomar 
3.2. Address: Praça do Municipio - 442 S. Cosme de Gondomar 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Portugal 
4.2. Region: Greater Oporto 
5. Description 
Construction of the drainage and waste-water treatment system for greater Oporto 
south requires the implementation of a set of projects, grouped by subsystems, 
for the 14 municipalities situated in the area served by the Porto Sul/Aguas do 
Douro e Paiva water-supply system. 
Each municipality's subsystem has been designed on the basis of the lie of the 
local catchment areas or coastline and intermunicipal solutions have been chosen 
whenever the relief permits. 
The total investment for the 14 municipalities will be around ECU 200 000 000. 
The Gondomar subsystem which is the subject of this Decision involves the 
following: 
- collectors at Jovim, around 5 km long, and their connection to the Valbom 
treatment plant; 
- the 8 km long outlet channel along the Torto, for connection to the Freixo and 
Rio Ferreira treatment plants; 
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- the Rio Ferreira outlet channel, to receive waste water from the Ferreira basin 
and transport it to the treatment plant; 
- the outlet channel on the bank of the Parada, 5 000 m long, for connection to 
the Rio Ferreira treatment plant; 
- the Rio Ferreira treatment plant, currently able to cater for 35 000 inhabitants, 
could be expanded to cater for 55 000 inhabitants and will provide secondary 
waste-water treatment. 
Objectives 
The project aims to clean up the municipality's four catchment basins and put an 
end to the discharge of untreated waste water. 
The project will increase the rate of coverage of the population from 40-50% to 
85-90% and contribute substantially to implementation of Directive 91/271/EEC 
on the treatment of waste water by applying the parameters laid down for the 
quality of the end product. 
Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Technical projects 1.1.1996 30.6.1996 
Land ' 1.8.1995 30.6.1999 
Construction 1.12.1995 31.12.1999 
Operational phase 1.1.2000 
Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The investment is warranted in view of the type of project and the fact that it is 
part of a larger-scale operation. It is also needed to comply with the Community 
rules on the treatment of waste water. 
The charges applied will cover running costs. 
Assessment of environmental impact 
The project will have a positive effect on the quality of surface and ground water. 
The project is not located in or close to an environmentally sensitive area and will 
have no negative impact on the environment. 
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10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) 
Total cost: 12 879 627 
Eligible costs (after 13.7.1995): 12 879 627 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 10 947 683 
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Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation 
(EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 
No 95.10.61.019 
1. Name of project: 
Collection and treatment of waste water at Lagoa, Barlavento, Algarve 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcçâo Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional 
2.2. Address: Rua de Sâo Juliâo 63, 1100 Lisbon 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Câmara Municipal de Lagoa 
3.2. Address: Largo do Municipio - 8400 Lagoa 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Portugal 
4.2. Region: Algarve 
5. Description 
Creation of the waste-water drainage and treatment system for Barlavento 
requires the implementation of a set of projects by the eight municipalities 
situated in the area covered entailing a total investment of around 
ECU 60 000 000. 
The Cohesion Fund has already financed the studies to define the system and on 
the construction of the Portimâo waste-water treatment plant. 
This Decision concerns the following measures involving the municipality of 
Lagoa: 
the technical projects required to construct the collection'system and 
treatment plant for Carvoeiro; * . 
the technical projects required to construct the collection system for 
Alporchinhos/Porches; 
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the Ferragudo system: technical projects and construction of a system made 
up of gravity-flow and lifting pipelines and five lift stations to be connected 
to the Portimâo treatment plant. 
The works relating to the above-mentioned technical projects will be the subject 
of future applications for Cohesion Fund assistance. 
6. Objectives 
The aim of this assistance is to increase the rate of coverage of the population 
and ensure that waste water is treated to a standard suited to the receiving 
medium, i.e. the Lagoa coastal strip and the Arade basin. 
Taken as a whole, the measures envisaged for Barlavento will contribute to the 
application of Directive 91/271/EEC on the treatment of waste water. 
7. Work schedule 
- Category of work Commencement Completion 
Technical projects 1.6.1995 31.12.1996 
Construction 1.3.1996 31.12.1997 
Commissioning 1.1.1998 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The cost-benefit analysis covered the entire Barlavento region and was based on 
the impact of improved water quality on the local economy, particularly in terms 
of savings in costs and hence in terms of general impact on the environment. 
The project has an internal economic rate of return of 28% and a cost/benefit 
ratio of around 2.28. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
The project will make a substantial contribution to the fight against pollution and 
the improvement of surface and bathing water in the region, particularly the 
water of the Arada into which untreated liquid waste is currently being 
discharged. 
The project i:> idling place in or close to an.environmentally sensitive area 
and will have no negative impact on the environment. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) 
Total cost: 2 081 880 
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Eligible costs (after 26.7.1995): 2 081 880 
Rate of assistance: 85 % 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 1 769 598 
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(EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 
No 95.10.61.025 
1. Name of project: 
Catchment basin plans and national water plan 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Direcçâo Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional 
2.2. Address: Rua de Sâo Juliâo 63, 1100 Lisbon 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Instituto da Âgua 
3.2. Address: Av. Almirante Gago Coutinho 30, 1000 Lisbon 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Portugal 
4.2. Regions: All 
5. Description 
Sixteen studies to prepare for a national water plan and fifteen catchment-basin 
plans, i.e. four plans concerning international catchment basins (Minho, Douro, 
Tagus, Guadiana) and eleven plans concerning the main national basins (Lima, 
Câvado. Ave, Leça, Vouga, Mondego, Lis, Ribeiras do Oeste, Sado, Mira, 
Ribeiras do Algarve). 
The studies for the water resource plans for the catchment basins are all of the 
same kind and will provide a set of results to be included in the national water 
plan. 
6. Objectives 
This set of studies must define priorities and set out the objectives for investments 
in hydraulic infrastructure, drainage and the development of water resources, 
together with the improvement and protection of water quality. 
• These studies will contribute to the preparation of plans for the different 
catchment basins which will take account of the specific character of each water 
course and the dynamics of development in each region in the country, and will 
7. therefore play a part in the creation of a consistent national water plan which will 
ensure that all the catchment-basin plans are compatible with each other. 
Work schedule 
Commencement Completion 
1.10.95 31.12.97 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) 
Total cost: 8 830 961 
Eligible costs (after 23.10.95): 8 830 961 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 7 506 317 
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TRANSPORT 
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^^ftegulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 
Project No 94/10/65/004 
1. PROJECT TITLE 
Section of road from Oporto to Âguas Santas 
2. AUTHORITY RESPONSIBLE FOR THE APPLICATION 
2.1. Name: Direcçâo Geral do Desenvolvivmento Regional 
2.2. Address: Av. D. Carlos I, 126-7', 1200 Lisbon, Portugal 
3. AUTHORITY RESPONSIBLE FOR IMPLEMENTATION: 
3.1. Name: Brisa-Autoestradas de Portugal sa 
3.2. Address: Av. Fontes Pereira de Melo, 6-3°, 1000 Lisbon, Portugal 
4. LOCATION: 
4.1. Member State: Portugal 
4.2. Administrative district: North, Oporto district 
5. DESCRIPTION 
The widening of the 3.1 km section of motorway between Oporto and Âguas Santas will 
increase its capacity by replacing two lanes 3.75 m wide by four lanes 3.5 m wide. 
This section constitutes one phase of the investments programmed for the Oporto-Valença 
motorway, which also includes: 
the Cruz-Braga section, which received about ECU 26.7 million from the 
cohesion financial instrument; 
the link between Braga and Valença, which will be submitted to the Cohesion 
Fund. Total investment is estimated at ECC 180 million and construction is 
planned for 1996/97. 
6. MAIN OBJECTIVES 
Widening will significantly increase the level of service irr terms of traffic flow and 
safety on a sub-section where average daily traffic over the year exceeded 52 000 
vehicles per day in 1993. 
While forming part of the IP 1 (Autoestrada do Norte), this section will also provide a 
link with the Oporto-Amarante motorway at the Âguas Santas interchange. 
7. SCHEDULE 
Start: 
Finish: January 1993 
March,19?5 
8. ECONOMIC ASSESSMENT 
The internal economic rate of return of this sub-section of motorway is 49%. 
9. CONTRIBUTION TO TRANS-EUROPEAN NETWORKS 
The Oporto-Âguas Santas sub-section forms an integral part of the trans-European road 
network. 
10. TOTAL COST 
Total cost Expenditure prior to Total eligible cost 
eligibility 
3_595_000 150 000 3 445 000 
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Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation 
(EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 
Project No: 94.10.65.007 
BRIEF DESCRIPTION 
1. TITLE OF PROJECT: 
Modernization of Beira Alta line III 
2. AUTHORITY RESPONSIBLE FOR THE APPLdATION: 
2.1. Name: Direçcâo Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional 
2.2. Address: Av. D. Carlos I 126-7°, 1200 Lisbon, Portugal 
3. AUTHORITY RESPONSIBLE FOR IMPLEMENTATION: 
3.1. Name: Caminhos de ferro Portugueses, EP 
3.2. Address: Calçada do Duque, 20, 1200 Lisbon, Portugal 
4. LOCATION: 
4.1. Member State: 
4.2. District: Portugal 
Baixo Vouga, Dào. Lafoes, Serra da Estrela, Beira 
5. DESCRIPTION: 
The project involves electrification, telecommunications and automatic speed 
control (CONVEL). 
* Electrification (second phase) 
Electrification entails: 
construction of two substar 
(km 144.208) and one at I 
construction of two oven:-
(km 102.358) and one at • 
installation of overhead p 
between Pamilhosa and Vil 
and alterations to existing ' for electric power, one at Gouveia 
(km 199.660} 
ower stations, one at Ohveirinha 
:anca das Naves (km 181.827); 
.ables along the 202 km section 
moso including necessary repairs 
Telecommunications 
Work on the telecommunications network entails installation of 
*:. a series of systems and equipment to ensure communications 
directly connected with the operation of the railways and the 
organization and regulation of traffic; 
subscriber connections and internodal circuits integrated into the 
general telecommunications networks of the railways 
("management networks"); 
time-keeping and synchronization systems and systems for the 
technical supervision of the network; 
systems to provide the energy required for operation of all the 
equipment and systems; 
systems and physical transmission supports for the 
telecommunications and communications networks forming part of 
the signalling and CTC systems; 
video surveillance and public information systems. 
Automatic speed control (CONVEL) 
Installation of the CONVEL system comprising the erection along the 
track and running lines in the stations of signalling information posts 
which notify the traction units of the maximum speeds authorized on each 
section of track. 
6. Main objectives 
These investments form an integral part of the general project for the modernization of 
the Beira Alta line. They will increase the capacity and quality of transport, reduce 
journey times between Lisbon, Oporto and Vilar Formoso and increase traffic safety and 
reliability on the line which provides the main rail link between Portugal and the rest of 
Europe. 
7. WORK SCHEDULE: 
Start: 1988 
Finish: November 1996 
8. RATE OF RETURN: 
The internal economic rate of return of the project is 12%. 
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9. TOTAL COST (in ecus) 
.g&gr —i 
Totals*** 
55 296 000 Expenditure 
prior to date of 
eligibility 
0 Total eligible 
cost 
55 296 000 Contribution from 
the Cohesion 
Fund 
44 236 800 
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ENVIRONMENT 
Publication of mains points of decisions to grant financial assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund. 
Project summary 
No 94.09.61.005 
1. Project title Water supply to Thessaloniki from the river Aliakmon 
2. Authority making the application 
.2.1. Name: Ministry of National Economy 
2.2. Address: Syntagma square 10 180 Athens 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Ministry of Public Works ,Land planning and Environment 
3.2. Address: Fanarioton 9, 10178 Athens 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Greece 
4.2 Region Central Macedonia 
5. Description 
Studies and Consultant expenses 
Completion of conduit from River Axios to Sindos pumping station. 
Construction of a closed orthogonal concrete conduit internal dimension 
3.0x3.5m, total length 56 m, flow 660 000 cum/day (1 st and 2nd phase) with 
intermediate crossings 
Sum required for payment for field damage, expropriation and other cost 
Construction of filters Unit I 
Flow 150 000 cu.m/day (1st stage of 1st phase) 
Conduits to bring drinking water from reservoir D3 to Langadas road-
construction of Diavata pumping station and reservoirs D3 and D4 
Faying of steel tubes: 
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a) Cross-section D 1700, length 3840 m, from reservoir D3 to Diavata 
pumping station with intermediate crossings 
b) Cross-section D 1500, length 2750 m, from Diavata pumping station to 
reservoir D4 
c) Cross-section D 1500 to D 1300, total length 6050 m, from reservoir D4 
to Langadas road 
Flow of these conduits 300 000 cu.m/day; all form part of 1st phase. 
Laying of steel tubing: sum required for payment for field damage, 
expropriation and other works 
The actual structure of the Diavata pumping station and the 
electromechanical equipment form part of the 1st phase 
The land for construction of the Diavata pumping station has been 
expropriated 
Clean-water reservoir D3 will be constructed on expropriated land for the 
filters and will form part of the 1st phase 
the discharge/overflow conduit for reservoirs D2, D3 will be constructed 
of cement piping dia. 1000, length 800 m 
Reservoir D4 will form part of the 1st phase. It is planned to complete 
expropriation of the land for construction of reservoir D4 in the near 
future. 
Connection of Aliakmon aqueduct with various installations (Diavata 
reseervoir, West Areas D2, Neapolis, Kallithea and reservoirs Touba, D5) 
A. caii for tenders for the fechnicai study has been published 
\enovation/repair of connecting canal 
Repair and relining of sections A0, 6A and 9 A of the Aliakmon-Axios connecting 
canal, total length 8 000 + 9 800 + 7 400 = 25 220 m 
6. Objectives 
To provide a 660 000m/day water supply to Thessaloniki, total population, 
1 million, at present served only by boreholes, use of which is running into 
serious difficulties: 
a) the drought is depleting underground water reserves with serious 
implications for water supply and irrigation 
b) over-pumping is causing subsidence in the. area of the boreholes 
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7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Studies Most completed, one remains 
and has been commenced 
30.9.1996 
Mainworls 1.9.1995 31.12.1998 
Operational phase From 1.8.1998 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit assessment 
The cost-benefit ratio is B/C>1. Applying the sensitivity method to the assumptions still 
leaves this result positive. The yield coefficient for interest rates of 6% and 8% ranges on 
the two assumptions from 0,91 to 1.47. 
The internal yield rate is for assumption a) 10.08% and for V u:0 - Th^ aum 
created directly at the execution stage is 250 in the first year ^.. -n.t - T 
phase 200. The number created directly at the operating stage is 50 ber of jobs 
Ua execution 
9. Environmental impact assessment 
Upgrading of water supplies of the areas in question 
The project will also have a wider impact: 
a) in the Kalokhori district, which is subsiding as a result of water-pumping from 
boreholes and is in danger of being overtaken by the sea.The ground water horizon 
. has been confirmed as brackish and the area is turning into a salt marsh. 
b) in the Araviso district restoration of the spring waters will permit a recovery of lost 
plant and animal life 
c) in Thessaloniki the existence of adequate quantities of water will provide the 
opportunity to upgrade the environment by increasing the amount of plant life. 
10. Public procurement system 
Completion of conduit from River to Sindos pumping station. 
Unit price system 
Construction of filters Unit I: 
m% 
Lump - Sum system, study - construction and appraisal of tenders 
Conduits to bring drinking water from reservoir D3 to Langadas road-construction of 
Diavata pumping station and reservoir D3 and D4: 
lump - sum system 
Connection of Aliakmon aqueduct with various installations (Diavata reservoir, West 
Areas D2, Neapolis, Kallithea and reservoirs Touba, D5) 
lump - sum system 
Renovation /repair of connecting canal 
lump -sum system. 
11. Cost and assistance tin ecus) 
Total cost: 95 127 000 
Eligible costs 95 127 000 
Rate of assistance 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance 80 857 950 
12. Revenus and pricing Policy 
Any income accruing directly from the project as well as the future pricing policy concerning 
the project will be subject to follow-up and examination by the Cohesion Fund. 
The Cohesion Fund will examine the promoter's utilisation of any financial surplus which will 
occur from the construction of this project with community financing. 
The project has to be accompagnied by an updated marster plan for water of the greater 
Thessaloniki Area. 
The Cohesion Fund will follow closely the implentation of the programm of control and 
reduction of water leakages as well as network analysis in the district which will be put in 
place by the Greek Autorities. 
The Greek Autorities aie obliged to P.uv-ad to a high quality assessment of the situation 
of the existing project and on any maintainance needed. 
The Greek Autorities have to.install a monitoring system for the disposal of sludge and 
effluents from the filters'unit according to international standards. 
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Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
Project summary 
No 94.09.61.010 
1. Project title 
Enlargement and completion of sewage treatment installations for Thessaloniki 
stage II. 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Ministry for the National Economy 
2.2. Address. PI Sintagmatos 10 180 Athens 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3 1. Name:Ministry for the Environment, Regional Planning and Public Works 
3.2. Address: Amaliados 17 11 523 Athens 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Greece 
4.2. Region:Central Macedonia 
5. Description 
Second stage of sewage treatment installations for Thessaloniki. 
The installations so far executed (stage 1) are input pumping station, screening, 
grit removal, first stage sedimentation and sludge treatment line, and disinfection. 
Studies. 
Research programme to monitor the quality of the Thermaic Gulf and of bottom 
sediments, also covering potential utilization of sludge through humification. 
Technical Consultan. 
construction of various units to complete those already operating and allow the 
treated sewage to be discharged into the sea. 
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The additional treatment installation (stage II): 
enlargement of the existing installations 
aeration tanks 
intermediate pumping stations 
final sedimentation tanks. 
Conduit for discharge of treated sewage into Thermaic Gulf 
Land section of conduit, total length approximately 7920 m,running from the 
existing diversion pond to the charging for the undersea section: This will be a 
twin conduit, internal diameter 1500 or 1600 mm depending on the construction 
material. 
Undersea section of conduit,consisting of two branches, total length 2600 m 
(including diffusers) each. The greater part of the conduit will be piping of 
diameter 1600 or 1500 mm depending on the construction material.The diffusers 
will be of gradually tapering diameter. 
Objectives 
Sewage treatment for Thessaloniki. The post-treatment waste will be discharged 
into the Thermaic Gulf. At present only a small proportion of the sewage and tank 
sewage of the areas is treated. 
Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main works 1996 1999 
^rational Phase 1999 2.000 
Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
Execution of investment will be advantageous. It will be of immense value 
immediately and provide a high of return. Failure to execute the investment would 
correspondingly present exceptionally serious problems. 
Direct job creation: 100 per year at the execution stage, once operational 5 
Indirect job creation: 10 at the execution stage, once operational 2. 
Environmental impact analysis 
As the situation stands at present we have four types of pollution source: 
a) urban sewage and tank sewage 
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b) industrial waste 
c) drainage ditches - pumping stations 
d) rivers 
Industrial waste comes chiefly from four industrial zones 
a) lagadas 
b) Diavata/EKO 
c) VIPETH/Gallikos 
d) Axios 
Of the drainage ditches the Sindos has a natural flow Thessaloniki Bay. The 
others terminate at four pumping stations: East Khalastra,West Khalastra, Kleidios 
and Malgara. The three main rivers are the Axios, Loudias and Aliakmon. Apart 
from the Aliakmon-Loudias-Axios delta hydrobiotope the general area is not 
interesting as regards fauna. For flora the interest lies in various types of 
phytoplankton. The reductions in the pollution load will have the following impact 
on the environment: 
1) substantial quality improvement for Gulf of Thessaloniki and coastal area 
2) improvement of central part of Gulf of Thessaloniki as regards 
eutrophication 
3) improvement of toxic waste collection 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
Total cost: 66.080.000 
Eligible costs (after 11.07.1994) 66.080.000 
Rate of assistance 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance 56.168.000 
11. Special conditions 
The Greek autorities undertake to closely monitor water quality in the inner and 
central areas of the Thermaic Gulf. They will take the necessary action to expand 
the sewer network and propose to link up the industrial area to it and to monitor 
the quality of industrial effluent. 
They will ensure that operating and maintenance costs are covered from the relevant 
revenues. 
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Publication of mains points of decisions to, grant financial 
assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion 
Fund. 
Project summary 
No 94.09.61.11- 8 
Project title 
"Buttressing of Mornos aqueduct upstream of Kitheronas 
tunnel" 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: ministry for the National Economy 
2.2. Address: PI Sintagmatos 10 180 Athens 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Athens Water Supply and Sewerage Company 
3.2. Address: Oropou 156 111 - 46 Galatsi 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Greece 
4.2. Region: Central Greek 
5. Description 
Action to buttress and safeguard the open Mornos aqueduct 
commensurate with its existing cross-section takes two 
forms : 
T. -placing of prestressed ribs at 0.8 metre intervals over a 
length of 9 550 metres. 
2. placing of prestressed ribs at 0.7 metre intervals over a 
length of approximately 14 800 metres 
The locations along the aqueduct at which the work will be 
carried out are: 
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Location Total length 
(metres) Distance in question 
(metres) 
Khrissos canal 
Delfi B canal 
KyriaTcion canal 
Elikonas canal 
Elikonas B canal 
Thisvis 
- Ellopia canal 3 600 
1 900 
2 100 
1 060 
1 530 
14 800 
24 990 3 150 
1 900 
2 000 
1 000 
1 500 
14 800 
24 350 Total 
Objectives 
Reduce leakage from the canal by 25% ( from 
Work schedule to~6! 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Mains Works 1995 31.12.1997 
Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The lloss reduction achieved will save a large volume of 
water per year that would otherwise be supplied by pumping 
from the Iliki aquaduct, which entails a cost for the 
electric power required. 
Environmental impact analysis 
Buttressing of the walls of the canals and general 
safeguarding of the Mornos aqueduct upstream of the 
Kitheronas tunnel will have no supplementary environmental 
impact. The work is on the existing construction and 
affects no new areas. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
Total cost:13.845.000 
Eligible costs 13.845.000 
Rate of assistance 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance 11.768.250 
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11. Special clauses 
The Greek authorities undertake to work out and submit to the 
European Commission the Athens water supply master plan and 
to appoint a project manager for the range of AWSSC projects 
financed from the Cohesion Fund. 
The Cohesion Fund reserves the right to inspect the works to 
verify their conformity with the technical specifications and 
the implementation of the technical recommendations that have 
been issued by the Cohesion Fund's consultans. 
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Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation 
(EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 
No 94/09/61/015-2 
1- Name of project: 
Biological treatment plant and sewer networks for Skydra, Greece 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Ministry of the National Economy 
2.2. Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: DEY A (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage), Skydra 
3.2. Address: Ministry for the Interior, Stadiou 27, Athens, Greece 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Greece 
4.2. Region: Makedonia 
5. Description 
1) Completion of sewer networks 
(a) Restoration of roadways 2 500 m2 
(b) Restoration of kerbs 5 000 m2 
(c) Restoration of pavements 2 000 m2 
(d) Access to collectors from railway lines 1 
2) Biological treatment plant 
/O Purchase of land - 13 652 m2 
Study 100% 
Pumping stations 3 
Inlet tank from urban sewers 1 
Equipment for raising waste water 1 
Sewer unit 1 
Eschar formation 2 
Grit collector 2 
Measuring input 1 
Input counter 1 
Aeration, nitrification, denitrification 2 
Compaction second level 
Pumping station for sludge 
Pumping station for mixture 
Chlorination 
Sludge thickening 
Dehydration of sludge 
Pumping station 
Automation 
Other installation work 
Test operation of equipment for 18 months 00% 
Objectives 
This stage of the project involves completing the sewer drainage network and 
building the biological treatment plant (purchase of the land, preparation of a 
study and building the waste-water treatment plant). 
Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1 January 1995 31 December 1997 
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8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
Social benefit. Improvement of the quality of life of the inhabitants and public 
health in general. In the long term, contribution to economic development and 
decentralization. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
The project will comply with Directive 91/271/EC, since the sewers empty into 
the Loudia river. The project must meet the requirements of Decree No 91446 
of the Ministry of Regional Planning, the Environment, and Public works of 
January 1994. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) 
Total cost: 1 830 000 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 1 555 500 
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Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation 
(EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 
No 94/09/61/017 
1. Name of project: 
Waste-water drainage and biological treatment plant at Palio Kavalas, Greece 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Ministry of the National Economy 
2.2. Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: DEYA (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage), Kavala 
3.2. Address: Ministry for the Interior, Stadiou 27, Athens, Greece 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Greece 
4.2. Region: Makedonia 
5. Description 
1. Drainage collector 2 930 m 
2. Pumping stations for drainage: 
(a) main stations 2 units 
(b) ancillary stations 10 units 
3. Underwater collector 400 m 
4. Installation of biological treatment facilities 
with a capacity of 20 000 inhabitants equivalent 
5. Phosphorus removal unit for Kavala town 1 unit 
6. Waste-water discharge pipes for the town 
internal network 3 000 m 
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6. Objectives 
The second phase of this project involves the completion of the drainage network 
for Palio Kavala. Waste water will be channelled to the treatment plant which is 
currently being built at the same time as the drainage network. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1 January 1995 31 December 1997 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
Palio is situated 8 km south-west of Kavala town. The population of Kavala 
quadruples in the summer because of tourism. The project will improve the 
quality of life and public health of Palio, thereby contributing to its economic 
development and the region's infrastructure and, in the long term, to 
decentralization. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
Palio has no drainage network. Waste water collects in catchpits which have 
polluted the ground water. Operation of the biological treatment plant will help 
clean up the sea, which is the final destination of the waste water. The project is 
therefore in accordance with Directive 91/271 /EC. The project must meet the 
requirements set out in Decree No 66717 of the Ministry of Regional Planning, 
the Environment and Public works of 2 December 1993. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) 
Total cost: 5 146 000 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 4 374 100 
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Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation 
(EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 
No 94/09/61/026 
1. Name of project: 
Construction of a secondary waste-water drainage system for loannina. Greece 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Ministry of the National Economy 
2.2. Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: DEYA (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage), loannina 
3.2. Address: Ministry for the Interior, Stadiou 27, Athens. Greece 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Greece 
4.2. Region: Epiros 
5. Description 
Waste-water drainage network 38 000 m 
Rain-water drainage network 18 500 m 
Wells 5 800 units 
Substation 100% 
Purchase of sealing vehicle 100% 
Electrical production set 100% 
6. Objectives 
This stage of the project involves completing the construction of the separate 
network for waste-water drainage and rain-water drainage. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1 June 1995 31 December 1998 
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8. Economie and social cost-benefit analysis 
Social benefit for 56 000 inhabitants of the town of loannina, which is the capital 
of the north-western region of Greece. Improvement in the quality of life of the 
inhabitants and enhanced possibilities for economic development of the larger 
area. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
The purpose of the project is to reduce pollution, because not long ago waste 
water was discharged into catchpits which polluted the ground water and caused 
major pollution problems for the loannina lake. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) 
Total cost: 8 940 000 -
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 7 599 000 
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Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation 
(EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 
No 94/09/61/028 
1. Name of project: 
Waste-water drainage and biological treatment plant in Corfu, Greece 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Ministry of the National Economy 
2.2. Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: DEYA (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage). Corfu 
3.2. Address: Ministry for the Interior, Stadiou 27, Athens, Greece 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Greece 
4.2. Region: Ionian Islands 
5. Description 
Waste-water drainage 
1. Collectors 160-800 14 250 m 
2. 1 pumping station, Tsavrou 100% 
3. 1 pumping station, Kontokaliou 100% 
4. 2 pumping stations, Alikon Potamon 100% 
5. Under-water exit collector 1 700 m 
6. Collector pumping station 100% 
7. Well for the under-water collector 100% 
Biological treatment plant 
1. Earthworks 62% 
2. Civil engineering works 73% 
3. Electro-mechanical works 78% 
6. Objectives 
The second stage of the project concerns the completion of the drainage network 
for the northern suburbs of Corfu town, channelling rain water to the sea and 
waste water to the biological treatment plant which is under construction. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1 June 1995 31 December 1997 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
Social benefit. Improvement of the quality of life and public health of 36 900 
inhabitants of the area, which is one of the most heavily visited by tourists to 
Corfu town. In the long term, completion of the waste-water drainage network 
and the biological treatment plant will contribute to the economic development 
and decentralization needed to cope with the accelerating population increase. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
The project must meet the requirements laid down in Decree No 16125 of the 
Ministry of Regional Planning, the Environment and Public works of 1.6.1993. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) 
Total cost: 9 345 000 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 7 943 250 
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Publication of main points of decisions allocating financial assistance under 
Regulation No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 
Summary of project no 9A/09/61/029-2 
1. Title 
Sewage treatment facility for Agrinio 
2. Applicant authority 
2.1 Name: Ministry for the National Economy 
2.2 Address: Platia Sintagmatos, 101 80 Athens 
3. Authority in charge of execution 
3.1 Name: Agrinio Public Water Supply and Sewerage Undertaking 
3.2 Address: Ministry for the Interior. Stadiou 27, Athens 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Greece 
4.2 Region: Western Greece 
5. Description 
Construction of sewage treatment installations for Agrinio, capacity 60 000 
population equivalents. 
(a) Pre-treatment 
Construction and electromechanical equipment for input stage (pumping unit for 
initial elevation screening, grit removal, main flow meter, screen housing etc.) 
(b) Biological treatment 
Construction and electromechanical equipment for two complete treatment lines 
(pre-selection sumps, aeration tank, settling tank, recirculation pumping unit. 
. ... • M :cviipment from outlet of settling tanks to 
. :ng!dù d..k! (disinfection tank, flow meter, unit bypass, disinfection housing, 
disinfection apparatus 
(d) Sludge treatment 
Construction and electromechanical equipment from pumping unit for excess 
sludge to storage space for dehydrated sludge (thickening, dehydration necessary 
housing, filtration etc) 
(e) Administration building 
(f) Electricity supply building 
(g) Other service installations; landscaping, roadways, fencing, water supply, drainage, 
tree planting etc. 
(h) Measurement and control systems, automation 
(i) Twelve-month testing period 
6. Objectives 
Construction and bringing into operation of the sewage treatment facility as 
described at (5) above to provide a direct service to the some 40 000 permanent 
inhabitants of the Agrinio area 
7. Timetable 
Type of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1 January 1995 31 December 1996 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit estimate 
Particularly important social benefit given that the some 40 000 permanent inhabitants of 
the Agrinio area will gain from it as regards improvement of quality of life, protection 
of the environment and long-term population increase and decentralization. 
9. Environmental impact 
Improved collection, treatment and discharge of waste water permitting pollution control. 
The project will be in line with Community Directive 271/91 in that final discharge will 
be into the Akheloos river. 
fhe requirements of MERPPW Decision No 31588/29.7.1994 must be observed. 
10. Cost and contribution (in ecus) 
Total cost: 4 675 410 
Contribution rate: 85% 
Cohesion Fund contribution: 3 974 099 
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Publication of essential elements of decisions granting assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
Summary of Project 
No 94/09/61/029-3 
1. Project title 
Sewerage and sewage treatment works for Pirgos. 
2. Applicant authority 
2.1. Name: Ministry for the National Economy 
2.2. Address: Platia Sintagmatos 1011 80 Athens 
3. Authority in charge of execution 
3.1. Name: Pirgos Public Water Supply and Sew-erage Undertaking 
3.2. Address: Ministry for the Interior. Stadiou 27, Athens 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Greece 
4.2. Region: Western Greece 
5. Description 
1. Internal drainage network length 3 000m 
2. Central drainage conduit length 3 000m 
3. Treatment installations of capacity 50 000 population equivalents 
comprising: 
3.1 Tank sewage reception 
3.2 Entry interceptor 
3.3 Raising mechanism 
3.4 Pre-treatment; flow measurement 
3.5 Aeration tanks 
3.6 Settling tanks 
3.7 Chlorination 
3.8 Sludge thickening 
3.9 Sludge dehydration 
3.10 Sludge recirculation pumping unit 
3.11 Administration building 
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3.12 Treatment piping 
3.13 Landscaping of grounds 
3.14 Infrastructure networks 
3.15 Electrical installations 
3.16 Measuring instruments and laboratory equipment 
4. Treated effluent disposal pipe length 1 000m. 
Objectives 
(a) Expansion of the existing sewerage network of the town of Pirgos and 
construction of a central effluent pipe leading to the treatment plant, whence the 
treated effluent will be discharged via the pipe to be laid to the Alfios river 
(b) Construction of the town's treatment plant, population capacity 50 000. 
Timetable 
Type Commencement Completion 
of 
work 
Main 1 January 1995 31 December 1997 
work 
Economic and social cost-benefit estimate 
Public utility - improvement of the quality of life of the 30 000 permanent 
inhabitants of the town, the population of which increased substantially between 
1981 and 1991, seriously burdening its infrastructure. A further population 
increase is expected over the long term. The project will improve the quality of 
life of the inhabitants and boost the town's role as a centre for complementary 
activities to the agricultural production of the area. 
Environmental impact assessment 
The aim is to improve collection, treatment and disposal of waste water and so 
control pollution arising from the continuing economic and touristic development 
of the town and the continuing use of fertilizers, pesticides etc. given the area's 
predominantly agricultural character. It will conform with the provisions of 
Directive 271/91 since the treated effluent is discharged into the Alfios river. 
The requirements of MERPPW Decision No 34248/12.1.1995 must be observed. 
10. Cost and contribution (in ecus) 
Total cost: 5 885 000 
Contribution rate: 85% 
Cohesion Fund contribution: 5 002 250. 
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Summary of project number 94/09/61/030 
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1. Title 
Water supply, sew-erage and biological sewage treatment for Thiva 
2. Applicant authority 
2.1 Name: Ministry for the National Economy 
2.2 Address: Platia Sintagmatos, 10180 Athens 
3. Authority in charge of execution 
3.1 Name: Thiva Public Water Supply and Sewerage Undertaking 
3.2 Address: Ministry of the Interior. Stadiou 27. Athens 
4. Location 
4.1 Member State: Greece 
4.2 Region: Central Greece 
5. Description 
Water supply, sewerage and biological sewage treatment for Thiva: 
1. Laying of 26 000 m water supply network 
2. Laying of 47 400 m sewerage network of PVC S42 pipes 
3. Central effluent conduit, length 2000 m 
4. Sewage treatment installations, capacity 40 000 PL. comprising 
4.1 Input pumping unit 
4.2 Preliminary treatment: 
a. Reception and pre-treaiment of tank sewage 
b. Screening • 
r Removal of grit. scum, other floating material 
4 ' > v-iitilation and deodorization of tank sewage and screening building 
4.4 Biological treatment 
a. Distributing sump for aeration tanks 
b. Aeration tanks 
4.5 Second stage settling tanks 
4.6 Sludge recirculation 
4.7 Rotating filters 
4.8 Disinfection 
4.9 Sludge treatment (thickening and dehydration) 
6. Objectives 
a) Rational operation of and leakage reduction in the water supply system by 
various improvements, replacements and additions to the existing network. 
b) Laying of sewerage discharging into a central conduit leading to the 
treatment plant. 
7. Timetable 
Type of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1 January 1993 31 December 1998 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
Particularly significant social benefit for the some 22 500 permanent inhabitants 
of the Thiva area as regards improvement of quality of life, protection of the 
environment and long term population increase and decentralization. 
9. Environmental impact assessment 
Improved collection and disposal of waste and rain water permitting control of 
pollution. In line with Community Directive 271/91 given that final discharge of 
the treated effluent is into Lake Iliki. 
The requirements of MERPPW Decision No 31430/25.5.1994 must be observed. 
10. Cost and contribution (in ecus) 
Total cost: 17 228 000 
Contribution: 85% 
Cohesion Fund contribution: 14 634 800 
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1. Name of project: 
Waste-water drainage in Xylokastro, Greece 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Ministry of the National Economy 
2.2. Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: DEYA (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage), Xylokastro 
3.2. Address: xMinistry for the Interior, Stadiou 27, Athens, Greece 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Greece 
4.2. Region: Peloponnisos 
5. Description 
Force pipes 1 980 m 
Central pumping station 45% 
Intermediate pumping station 45% 
Machinery for central pumping station 30% 
Machinery for intermediate pumping station 30% 
Machinery for 4 wells 30% 
Drainage network 2 500 m 
Purchase of pipes 2 500 m 
Connections, other requisites 1 000 units" 
Asphalt surface 15 000 m2 
6. Objectives 
The project involves the construction of a waste-water drainage network leading 
to the town's biological treatment plant, which is to be built with financing from 
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Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1 January 1995 31 December 1996 
Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
Xylokastro is a commune situated near the sea and heavily frequented by tourists 
during the summer. The town normally has 6 000 inhabitants, but its population 
increases five-fold in the summer. The project aims to improve infrastructures 
and the public health of the inhabitants and tourists at this resort. 
Assessment of environmental impact 
Not long ago the area had no waste-water disposal network. Small private 
catchpits were used, which polluted the coastal region. Completion of a drainage 
neiwork which will be linked to the treatment plant will solve the area's 
environmental problems. 
10 Cost and assistance (in ECL '000) 
lotal cost: 447 000 
Rate of .distance: 85% 
Cohesion fund assistance: 379 950 
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1. Name of project: 
Water supply and waste-water drainage for Kiato, Greece 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Ministry of the National Economy 
2.2. Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: DEYA (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage), Kiato 
3.2. Address: Ministry for the Interior, Stadiou 27, Athens, Greece 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Greece 
4.2. Region: Peloponnisos 
5. Description 
1) Waste-water drainage network: 
- Construction of drainage pipeline 3 000 m 
- Pumping station 40% 
2) Water-supply network: 
- Construction of water-supply pipeline 23 000 m 
- Supply tank 1 unit 
6. Objectives 
With assistance from the Community i:\a;...;..i instruments, the central pipeline 
and secondary waste-water drainage network have already been built. This stage 
of the project involves the construction of another pipeline for channelling the 
waste water to the biological treatment plant, h.^it with financing from Envireg. 
and the extension of the water-supply netwoi,. needed to improve the town's 
water supply. 
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Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1 January 1995 31 December 1996 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The town of Kiato is situated near the sea and heavily frequented by tourists in 
the summer. The town normally has 9 000 inhabitants, but its population 
increases five-fold in the summer. The project aims to improve infrastructures 
and the public health of the inhabitants and tourists at this resort. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
Not long ago the area had no waste-water disposal network. Small private 
catchpits were used, which polluted the ground water and the coastal region. This 
project aims to solve the area's environmental problems. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) 
Total cost: 1 663 628 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 1 414 084 
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1. Name of project: 
Sewage and rain-water disposal in Veria, Greece. 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Ministry of the National Economy 
2.2. Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: DEYA (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage), Veria 
3.2. Address: Ministry for the Interior, Stadiou 27, Athens. Greece 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Greece 
4.2. Region: Makedqnia 
5. Description 
Sewage and rain-water discharge network 47 000 m in length. 
6. Objectives 
The purpose of this stage of the project is: 
(a) to bring urban sewage to the central discharge tank and transpon it to the 
sewage treatment plant, 
(b) to improve the existing sewage and rain-water discharge network by 
replacing certain parts and extending ihe network to the remaining parts 
of the city. 
7. Work schedule 
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Main work 1 January 1995 31 December 1999 
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Veria is the second largest city in Makedonia after Thessaloniki and is very 
important for the economic and administrative development of the region. The 
agricultural product processing industry in greater Veria employs a large number 
of the region's inhabitants, particularly in the summer. The project is clearly of 
social importance because it will improve the quality of life of 39 619 inhabitants 
as well as public health and, in the long term, it will contribute to the economic 
and structural development of the region. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
The city's rain water is channelled to the Tripotamos river and, from there, via 
the T66 ditch, it is discharged into the Aliadmonas river and thereafter into the 
sea in the Klidi region, which has been protected since 1989 by the RAMSAR 
treaty. The project is therefore in accordance with Directive 91/271. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) 
Total cost: 4 245 033 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 3 608 278. 
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Name of project: 
Waste water drainage in Patras, Greece 
Authority making the application 
Name: Ministry of the National Economy 
Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 
Body responsible for implementation 
Name: DEYA (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage). Patras 
Address: Ministry for the Interior. Stadiou 27. Athens. Greece 
Location 
Member State: Greece 
Region: Peloponnisos 
Description 
Waste-water drainage network 
Rain-water drainage network 
Collectors 
Construction of water collection tanks 
Cleaning of water collection tanks 
Pumping stations 56 140 m 
37 450 m 
13 820 m 
710 units 
7 900 units 
10 units 
6. Objectives 
The project involves completing the waste-water and rain-water drainage systems 
for the town of Patras. 
Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1 April 1995 31 December 1999 
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The project aims to improve the quality of life of the inhabitants of the town, 
which is a cultural and university centre in western Greece. The rapid 
development of the town's coastal area will result in further economic 
development in the region through the arrival of commercial and tourism 
activities. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
The project complies with Directive 91/271 /EC, since it will reduce the rather 
serious pollution of the Gulf of Patras. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) 
Total cost: 32 100 000 
Rate of assistance: /c 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 27 285 000 
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1. Name of project: 
Completion of sewage network in Xanthi, Greece. 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Ministry of the National Economy 
2.2. Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: DEYA (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage), Xanthi 
3.2. Address: Ministry for the Interior, Stadiou 27, Athens, Greece 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Greece 
4.2. Region: Thraki 
5. Description 
Discharge collectors 19 500 m 
Inspection chambers 220 units 
Water-supply network 19 000 m 
Rain-water network 4 000 m 
Water-supply chambers 100 units 
Asphalt coating 75 000 m2 
Tiling " 2 700 m2 
6. Objectives 
The purpose of the project is to build part of the discharge •••;..„.' 
suburbs of Xanthi. The project is unusual in that it involves small extensions to 
the discharge network in fairly narrow streets, necessarily followed by small-scale 
water-supply and rain-water discharge operations, because the narrowness of the 
streets makes the building of a single well for both water supply and discharge 
impossible. This is the second stage of the project begun in 1993, the need for 
which is clear if the sewage discharge network is to be complete and functional. 
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Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1 January 1995 31 December 1995 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
Xanthi is the capital of the prefecture of the same name, and the economic and 
administrative centre of the region. It has great scope for economic and industrial 
development. Completion of the disposal system will greatly improve the 
infrastrucmre and the quality of life of the 40 000 inhabitants of this border town 
and help ensure that the population and the workforce remain in the region and 
contribute to its development. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
The purpose of the project is to complete the town's sewage discharge system, 
to link it with the already functioning treatment plant and to improve the water 
supply to the town of Xanthi. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) 
Total cost: 1 993 355 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 1 694 352. 
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Name of project: 
Completion of modern waste-disposal site in Patras 
Authority making the application 
Name: Ministry of the National Economy 
Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 
Body responsible for implementation 
Name: Municipality of Patras 
Address: Ministry for the Interior, Stadiou 27, 10183 Athens, Greece 
Location 
Member State: Greece 
Region: Western Greece 
Description 
Completion of new dump - 42 % 
Improvement of old dump - 100% 
Objectives 
Environmental protection. Soludon of problem of uncontrolled burial of waste. 
Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1.1.1995 31.12.1997 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
Revenue offsets running costs. 
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9. Assessment of environmental impact 
Protection of the environment and public health against uncontrolled dumping of 
waste. Considerable improvement of quality of life. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU ?000) 
Total cost: 2 576 000 
Eligible cost (after 27.7.1994): 2 576 000 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 2 180 600 
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Project summary 
No 94/09/61/043 
1. Project title 
Completion of the sewerage treatment plant in the Tourist Area of Thessaloniki 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Ministry of National Economy 
2.2. Address: PI. Syntagmatos 10 180 ATHENES 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name:Thessaloniki Sewerage Organisation 
3.2. Address: Tsimiski 98 - 546 22 THESSALONIKI 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State .Greece 
4.2. Region: CENTRAL MACEDONIA 
5. Description 
Completion of sewerage installations. 
Tank sewerage 21% 
Inflow 46% 
Separation chamber 16% 
First stage sedimentation tank 5% 
Aeration tank 2% 
Interceptors to regulate flow to second stage sedimentation 74% 
Second stage sedimentation tank 9% 
Disinfection unit 29% 
Recirculation pumping unit 18% 
Sludge thicheners 32% 
Thichened sludge pumping unit 18% 
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Digesters 29% 
Dehydration 25% 
Pumping unit for strainers 10% 
Administration building 5% 
Workshop,machine shop 2% 
Substation, couple 73% 
Treatment and strainer piping 38% 
Water supply and irrigation systems 95% 
Road surfacing, landscaping, fencing, rainwater catchmen 76% 
Ancillary equipment and laboratory 58% 
External lighting, lightning conductors 20% 
General earthworks, backfilling 13% 
Control centre and instruments 76% 
Trial operation 100% 
Operation 100% 
Disposal conduit 2% 
Planting of grounds 100% 
Additional equipment 100% 
6. Objectives 
The treatment of urban waste of 11 municipalities the depollution of the region 
and the protection of the Thessaloniki Gulf. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Works 01.01.1995 31.12.1996 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
Employment for the entire project. 
During operation: directly: 8 persons 
indirectly: 2 -3 persons 
During implimentation: directly: 135 men/years 
indirectly:45 men/years. 
9. Environmental impact analysis 
Protection of environment and public health. Protection of the Thessaloniki Gulf. 
The construction has to be in conformity with the environmental terms issued by 
the 13059/19.11.1992 decision of the Ministry of Environment. 
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10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
Total cost: 2.743.000 
Eligible costs (after 27.07.1994.) 2.743.000 
Rate of assistance 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance 2.331.550 
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1. Name of project: Urban waste-water treatment plant for Rhodes 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Ministry of the National Economy 
2.2. Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: DEYA (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage), Rhodes 
3.2. Address: Ministry' for the Interior. Stadiou 27, Athens, Greece 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Greece 
4.2. Region: Aegean Sea - Nomos Dodekanissa 
5. Description 
Completion of urban waste-water treatment facilities. The following work is to 
be carried out from 1 January 1995: 
Earthworks 6 
Entrance shaft 3 
Biological level 77 
Final leveling 74 
Disinfection 75 
Pumping station 13 
Pretreatment 57.12 
Settling-aeration 41.69 
Exit works • 45.19 
Sludge treatment 97 
Dehydration 98.36 
Automation 100 
Spatial planning 100 
Building 98.03 
Training 100 
Equipment 46.35 
6. Objectives Q A 
Completion of the drainage network and urban waste-water treatment 
facilities. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1 January 1995 31 December 1996 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
Public utility - Improvement of public health. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
Reduction of pollution. 
These stages of the project must meet the requirements laid down in Decree No 
68625 of the Minister of Regional Planning, the Environment, and Public works 
of 15 February 1994. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) 
Total cost: 7 770 000 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 6 604 500 
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1. Name of project: 
Waste management in Zakinthos 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Ministry of the National Economy 
2.2. Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Association of waste removal services of the municipalities and 
communes of Zakinthos 
3.2. Address: Ministry of the Interior, Stadiou 27, 10183 Athens, Greece 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Greece 
4.2. Region: Ionian Islands 
5. Description 
Placing of sealing membranes 
Earthworks for protective layer for membrane 
Laying of pipeline for discharge of biogas and collection of condensates 
Laying of pipeline for removal of condensates 
Purchase and installation of pump for condensates 
Purchase and installation of a weigh bridge 
Construction of an access road 
Asphalting access road over 2 km 
Covering of waste 
Landscaping of subdued relief 
Sealing the covering, resurfacing and planting 
VVcrks relating to the management of condensates and biogas 
Restoration of site of incinerator formerly used to burn waste. 
Purc>Mse of tanker costing DRA 20 million 
Control ol quality of waterproofing work. 
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Protection of the environment from uncontrolled tipping on Zakinthos. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main Work 1.1.1995 31.12.1995 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
Revenue offsets running costs; 
- direct creation of jobs during implementation phase: 22 manyears; 
direct creation of jobs during operational phase: 4 jobs 
indirect creation of jobs: 
implementation phase: 6 
operational phase: 2. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
Protection of the environment and reduction of pollution due to disposal of 
solid waste. New management methods. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) 
Total cost: 1 060 000 
Eligible cost (incurred after 27.7.1994): 1 060 000 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 901 000 
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Drainage and biological clean-up of the town of Igoumenitsa 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Ministry of the National Economy 
2.2. Address: PI. Syntagmatos, 101 80 Athens 
3 Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Ministry of the Interior / Municipality of Igoumenitsa 
3.2. Address: Stadiou 27, Athens 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Greece 
4.2. Region: Epirus 
5. Brief description 
1. Project 94/09/61/048: Drainage and biological clean-up of the town of Igoumenitsa 
Construction of drainage pipeline: 
- gravitational: length 2 150 m 
- discharge: length 2 160 m 
2 pumping units with a capacity of 2x25+50 kW 
Waste-water treatment plants with a capacity of 27 000 inhabitants equivalent 
Underwater outlet pipe (length: 225 m) 
Drainage network (secondary): 48 km. 
The 1994 appropriations will be used to commence construction of the drainage network 
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Integrated management of liquid sewage. Extension of the drainage network and waste­
water treatment plant. 
7. Work schedule 
Commencement Completion 
Main work 1 January 1993 31 December 1997 
& Feasibility study 
Public interest; improvement of the quality of life. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
Environmental protection by disposal of liquid sewage. Protection of public health This 
is of particular importance because Igoumenitsa is set to become one of the chief towns 
of entry into and exit from Greece. 
10, Cost (in million ecus) 
Total cost: 11.099 
Community assistance: 9.43 
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Name of project: 
Installation of a waste-water drainage system on Skiathos 
Authority making the application 
Name: Ministry of the National Economy 
Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 
Body responsible for implementation 
Name: DEYA (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage), Skiathos 
Address: Ministry for the Interior, Stadiou 27, Athens, Greece 
Location 
Member State: Greece 
Region: Magnisia Nomos 
Description 
Waste-water drainage system 6 100 m 
Rain-water drainage system 2 850 m 
Inspection shafts 195 units 
Objectives 
This is the second stage of the project, the general objective of which is the 
construction of an internal drainage system for waste water and rain water for 
Skiathos town. It also involves the construction of diversions of the waste-water 
drainage network to enable certain parts of the town to be connected. 
Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1 January 1995 31 December 1997 
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8. Economie and social cost-benefit analysis 
Social benefit for the population of a town with 22 000 inhabitants (improvement 
in the quality of life and public health). In addition, the project will contribute to 
the rational operation, in line with the criteria laid down, of the biological 
treatment plant which currently has to treat very polluted water. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
This project will have a positive impact on the environment because it will help 
clean up ground-water pollution in the region caused by the use of catchpits and 
will contribute to the protection of the region's marine environment. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) 
Total cost: 2 354 000 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 2 000 900 
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1. Name of project: 
Waste-water drainage system for Karditsa, Greece 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Ministry of the National Economy 
2.2. Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens. Greece 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
;.i. Name: DEYA (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage). Karditsa 
3.2. Address: Ministry for the Interior, Stadiou 27. Athens, Greece 
4. Location 
4 ;. Member State: Greece 
i 2 Region: Thessaly 
5. Description 
Waste-water drainage system 62 000 m 
Rain-water drainage system 22 000 m 
Waste-water pumping station B 1 
Extension/modernization of pumping station A 1 
Purchase of machinery 2 units 
Study (Mi drainage works 100' ,rr 
Objectives 
ihe second stage of the project involve completion of: 
{A) a waste water drudge i^Wd: :, ..^ 
iIV) a rain-water drainage network 
•îs well as the construction of pumping stations and the installation of the 
machinery needed to ensure functional and efficient operation of the existing 
biological treatment plant. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1 January 1995 31 December 1997 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The town's population is increasing rapidly and forecasts predict that the number 
of inhabitants will rise to 51 000 before 2000, of whom 46 000 will be permanent 
residents of the town. The project will help improve public health and, in the 
long term, will contribute to economic development and decentralization in the 
region. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
The purpose of the project is to complete a separate system of waste-water and 
rain-water drainage to stop the pollution of the Mega and Pinios rivers. The 
project therefore complies with Directive 91/271/EC. The project will also 
remove the catchpits. used by a large part of the population, which pollute the 
ground water. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) 
Total cost: 4 300 000 
Rate of assistance: 85^ 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 3 655 000 
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Drainage and biological treatment 
Authority making the application 
Name: Ministry of the National Economy 
Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 
Body responsible for implementation 
Name: DEYA (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage), Kozani 
Address: Ministry for the Interior, Stadiou 27, Athens, Greece 
Location 
Member State: Greece 
Region: Makedonia 
Description 
WTater supply - waste-water drainage 
Waste-water drainage network 53 520 m 
- Water-supply network 46 140 m 
- Central drainage collector 18 000 m 
- Water-supply tank 2 500 m3 
Pumping units 2 units 
Remote control monitoring - intercommunication 
system for a water-supply pumping station 1 unit 
Biological treatment plant 
Access works 1 unit 
Hydroelectric station 1 unit 
Administration building 1 unit 
Phosphorus removal 
Internal collectors 1 unit 
- Well 1 unit 
Ancillary plant - automatization 1 unit 
Aeration - denitrification 
Infrastructure work and equipment 
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Final levelling 
- Spatial planning 
Pumping stations for recirculation and sludge removal 
- Thickening - dehydration of sludge 
- Disinfection 
- Test operation for 24 months 
Objectives 
This stage involves completing the water-supply and waste-water drainage 
networks for the town of Kozani and building the biological treatment plant. 
Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1 January 1995 31 December 1997 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
Kozani is the centre of greater western Makedonia. The town is situated in an 
area rich in lignite deposits. There has therefore been very rapid economic 
development here. The purpose of the project is to improve the quality of life of 
the inhabitants and improve infrastructures to ensure decentralization in the long 
term. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
The project will comply with Directive 91/271/EC because the urban sewers used 
to empty into the Polyfitou lake and the Aliakmona river. The project must meet 
the requirements of Decree No 66630 of the Ministry of Regional Planning, the 
Environment and Public Works of 31.1.1994. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) 
Total cost: 13 890 000 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 11 806 500 
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Summary of project number 94/09/61/055-3 
1. Title 
Sewerage and biological treatment for Giannitsa 
2. Applicant authority 
2.1 Name: Ministry for the National Economy 
2.2 Address: Platia Sintagmatos, 10180 Athens 
3. Authority in charge of execution 
3.1 Name: Giannitsa Public Water Supply and Sewerage Undertaking 
3.2 Address: Ministry for the Interior, Stadiou 27, Athens 
4. Location 
4.1 Member State: Greece 
4.2 Region: Macedonia 
5. Description 
1. Laying of central sewer conduit, length 880 m 
2. Laying of drainage system (torrent control), length 2100 m 
Construction of sewage treatment plant, capacity 35 000 population equivalents: 
3.1 Pre-treatment 
3.2 Biological treatment 
3.3 Disinfection 
3.4 Sludge treatment 
3.5 Administration building 
3.6 Electric power building 
3.7 Other features 
3.8 Measurement, control and automation systems 
3.9 Operation for twelve months 
Objectives 
Completion of drainage network and bringing into operation of sewage treatment 
plant as described at (5). A separate drainage network will be laid for rainwater 
(torrent control) leading to the Loudias river while sewage, will be channelled 
through the central collector conduit to the treatment plant j. 
Timetable 
Type of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1 January 1994 31 December 1998 
10. Economic and social cost-benefit estimate 
Particularly important social benefits: in the medium term improvement of the quality 
of life for the 25 000 permanent residents of the town and in the long term economic 
development and decentralization. 
Environmental impact assessment 
Improved collection, treatment and disposal of waste water permitting pollution 
control. In line with Community Directive 271/91 given that final discharge of the 
treated effluent will be into Giannitsa dyke 66 itself discharging into the Loudias 
river. 
The requirements of MERPPW Decision No 33361/14.11.1995 must be observed. 
Cost and contribution (in ecus) 
Total cost: 3 703 000 
Contribution rate: 85% 
Cohesion Fund contribution: 3 147 550 
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No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 
No 94.09.61.064 
1. Name of project: 
Water supply and waste water disposal systems for Livadia, Greece 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Ministry of the National Economy 
2.2. Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: DEYA (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage), Livadia 
3.2. Address: Ministry for the Interior, Stadiou 27, Athens, Greece 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Greece 
4.2. Region: Central Greece 
5. Description 
Water supply 
(a) Collectors 
(b) Tank 
(c) Reconstruction and modernization 
of the Chlia pumping station 
(d) Bore holes at the Chlia pumping 
station 
Waste water disp^r1? 
(a) Waste-water collectors 
(b) Connections 
(c) Rain-water collectors 
(d) Arrangement of river bed 21 000 m 
640 m3 1 item 
1 item 
1 item 
45 000 m 
2 000 items 
15 000 m 
450 m 
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Objectives 
The purpose of this project is to complete the town's water-supply and waste­
water disposal networks and to make it possible to channel rain water to the 
adapted section of river to prevent flooding in the town and environs. 
Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1 January 1995 31 December 1999 
Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
Social benefits. Improvement of the quality of life of Livadia's 19 000 permanent 
inhabitants and the possibility of greater development of the administrative and 
tourism infrastructure. 
Assessment of environmental impact 
The project involves the provision of water-supply and rain-water networks and 
a waste-water disposal system which will result in better quality drinking water 
in the region as well as improved quality of life for the inhabitants of Livadia. 
Between 1981 and 1991 the population of the town increased by 6.3% because 
Livadia is the administrative, agricultural and commercial centre of the region 
and a point of passage for tourists travelling to sites like Delphi, etc. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) 
Total cost: 9 400 000 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 7 990 000 
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No 94/09/61/066 
1. Name of project: 
Sewage and rain-water collection network in Tyrnavos, Greece 
2. Authority making the application 
Name: Ministry of the National Economy 
Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 
Bodv responsible for implementation 
Name: DEYA (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage), Tyrnavos 
Address: Ministry for the Interior, Stadiou 27, Athens, Greece 
Location 
Member State: Greece 2.1 
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3.1 
3.2. 
4. 
4.1. 
4.2. Region: Thessaly 
Description 
Waste-water drainage network 
Rain-water drainage network 
Inspection shafts 
Connections 
Structural part of 2 pumping stations 
Electro-mechanical equipment for 
pumping stations 
Sealing equipment 31 500 m 
10 000 m 
900 units 
2 340 units 
2 units 
2 units 
1 unit 
6. Objectives 
This stage of the project involves completion of the construction of the waste­
water and rain-water drainage network to meet the needs of the entire town. 
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7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1 January 1995 31 December 1998 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
Considerable social benefits, since the project will not only improve the quality 
of life and public health of the 12 000 inhabitants of the area but also contribute 
to the balanced development of infrastructure and, in the long term, to economic 
development and decentralization. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
Until now the town of Tyrnavos had no sewage and rain-water drainage system. 
Catchpits were used, which polluted the ground water. Moreover, pollution is 
worsening in the town centre, where the population density is rather high. Since 
the town is situated in a flat area, rain water cannot easily drain away and the 
town has been flooded twice, in 1935 and in 1972. The work undertaken in this 
project will help to solve these problems. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) 
Total cost: 6 785 000 
Rate of assistance: 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 5 767 250 
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Summary of project n' 95/09/61/003 
1. Title 
Water supply for Khania 
2. Applicant authority 
2.1 Name: Ministry for the National Economy 
2.2 Address: PL Sintagmatos 10180 Athens 
3. Authority in charge of execution 
3.1 Name: Khania Public Water Supply and Sewerage Undertaking 
.;.2 Address: Leoforos Kidonias, Khania 73100 
4. Location 
4.1 Member State: Greece 
4.2 Region: Crete 
5. Description 
A i'l ANNING 
i Small reservoir utilization studies 
Planning and calls for tenders for modification of existing installations, i.e. 
pumping stations, reservoirs and networks (both structural features and 
electromechanical equipment) to permit automation, enlargement and fuller control 
of the system. 
ddiiinid and ^ilh; A. ^i.ucis for enlargement of the system and replacement of 
conduits. 
4. Planning and calls for tenders for centrai control rooms for installations 
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B. IMPLEMENTATION 
Instruments for modernization and rational management of water supply system: 
flow meters, quality parameter measurement (chlorine residue recording), 
piezometers, water level gauges etc. 
Equipment of KPWSSU with computers and modern software (network, 
AUTO CAD, Project, Coreldraw, etc.) 
Automation of distribution by installation of a SCADA system (central control 
station, local stations, communications, automation equipment, conversion of 
existing infrastructure, additions, equipment for pumping stations and reservoirs, 
replacement of equipment that cannot be automatized), reinforcement of 
electromechanical installations, construction of premises for central control station. 
Replacement or renewal of 14 000 m of existing network. 
Installation or replacement of valves with manholes for improved operation of 
network. 
Laying of 10 000 m of primary network. 
Laying of 32 000 m of secondary network. 
Construction of two reservoirs each 6 500 m3 with complementary equipment 
(valves, conduits, chlorination, housing for chlorination and other treatment). 
Construction of a 2 000 m3 reservoir with complementary equipment. 
Construction of a 1 000 m3 with complementary equipment. 
Enlargement of a reservoir by 1 000 m3. 
8 000 m conduit with complementary equipment and modifications (valves, 
manholes etc.) to link Agia pumping station and Vante reservoirs with existing 
networks. 
Mechanical filtering of water obtained from another agency. 
6. Objectives 
Economy and rational management of water resources combined with improvement 
of water quality. Resolution of quantitative, qualitative and distribution problems. 
KPWSSU figures indicate a steadily worsening water shortage, at present around 
30%, in the summer months. 
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7. Timetable 
Type of work Commencement Completion 
Planning 1.1.96 31.12.96 
Main work 1.1.96 31.12.99 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
Number of jobs created at execution stage: directly 18, indirectly 80 
Number of jobs created at operational stage: directly 2, indirectly 10 
Investment in water supply will ensure a satisfactory volume of supply for the 
inhabitants of the town and adequate cover for touristic needs. It is estimated that 
13 414 992 m3 of drinking water will be saved over the period 1999-2014. 
9. Environmental impact assessment 
Reinforcement of the supply network together with continuous leak monitoring will 
give a saving in water resources estimated for the period 1994-2015 at 
13 414 992 m3 of drinking water. The work proposed accordingly contributes to 
achievement of the European Community's policy aim of economy and rational 
management of water resources. It will help conserve the water resources of the 
Khania area, faced with particular difficulties owing to reduced rainfall. 
Improvement of drinking water quality. 
10. Cost and contribution (in ecus) 
Total cost: 5 524 000 
Eligible expenditure (from 1.3.95): 5 524 000 
Community contribution: 85% 
Cohesion Fund contribution: 4 695 400 
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Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
Project summary 
No 95.09.61.11-10 
1. Project title 
Dam Ag. Dimitrios - Electromechanical equipment of the relevant works 
Tunnel Evinos - Mornos - Electromechanical equipment 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Ministry of National Economy 
2.2. Address: PL Syntagmatos 10180 ATHENS 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Ministry of Public Works 
3.2. Address: Amaliados 17 115 23 ATHENS 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Greece 
4.2. Region:WESTERN GREECE 
5. Description 
Equipment that will be installed at the low level outlet of the Ag. Dimitrios Dam. 
in particular: 
a) Equipment for the tunnel of the low level outlet 
b) Equipment for the gate chamber of the low level outlet 
c) Equipment for the supply of lm3/sec 
d) Equipment for the control building of the dam 
e) Future small hydropower station 
6. Objectives 
This work will enable the functionnig of the dam of Ag. Dimitrios as well as the 
tunnel Evinos - Momos. 
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7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Studies 11.1995 04.1996 
Main works 06.1996 10.1997 
Operation 11.1997 or 12.1997 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The ration cost /benefit is B/C>1. 
Employment creation: directly during execution: 40/year 
indirectly during execution: 10/year 
directly during operation: 15 
indirectly during operation: 12 
9. Environmental impact analysis 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
Total cost: 9.300.000 
Eligible costs (after 26.10.1995) 9.300.000 
Rate of assistance 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance 7.905.000 
11. Special conditions 
Any change in the total cost can only result from either a concept of the advisory 
and coordinating board, or the contract when awarded. The contract on the e 
lectromechanical equipment will be sent to the Cohesion Fund. 
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Summary of Project 95/09/61/043 
1. Title 
Sewerage for the tourist area of Thessaloniki, second part 
2. Applicant authority 
2.1. Name: MNE 
2.2 Address: PI Sintagmatos 10180 Athens 
3. Authority in charge of execution 
3.1 Name: Thessaloniki Sewerage Board 
3.2 Address: Tsimiski 98 54622 Thessaloniki 
4. Location: 
4.1 Member State: Greece 
4.2 Region: Central Macedonia 
5. Description 
Laying of 28 000 metres of sewage collection piping and construction of six 
pumping stations in the tourist area of Thessaloniki. 
6. Objectives 
Completion permitting operability of the sewage and biological treatment 
installations for the tourist area of Thessaloniki 
Upgrading of Gulf of Thessaloniki 
Boosting of Tourism 
Expansion of shellfish cultivation and fishing 
7. Timetable 
Type of work Commencement Completion 
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Main work 1.1.96 31.12.1998 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
Impact on employment: execution stage: 150 persons directly, 20 indirectly, 
operational stage: 4 persons directly, 500 indirectly. 
Internal rate of return: 5.2% 
Cost/benefit ratio: 1.046. 
9. Environmental impact assessment 
Improvement of the area's sanitation 
Upgrading of Gulf of Thessaloniki 
Conformity with European Union Directives 91/271 on urban waste-water 
treatment and 75/440 on surface drinking water quality. For execution of the 
project the environmental terms must be observed of Environment Ministry 
Decision 13059/19.11.92. 
10. Cost and contribution (in ecus) 
Total cost 8 696 000 
Eligible expenditure (from 1.9.95) 8 696 000 
Contribution rate 85% 
Cohesion Fund contribution 7 391 600 
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1. PROJET NOS: 93.09.65.001 
94.09.65.021, 025, 026 
Air traffic modernization 
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION 
a) Procurement and installation of radar terminals at the international airports of 
Thessaloniki and Rhodes 
b) Procurement and installation of radar terminals at the international airports of Iraklio 
and Corfu 
c) Procurement and installation of three long range radars (SSR) 
d) Installation of a system for collecting, handling and disseminating aircraft movement 
information 
2. RECIPIENT MEMBER STATE Greece 
3 EXECUTING AGENCY 
Ministry for Transport. Civil Aviation Department 
Vas. Georgiou 1. 16604 Ellmiko 
4 LOCATION 
Attiki, Crete. Rhodes. Thessaloniki, Corfu 
5 COST OF INVESTMENT 
Total investment: 38 387 550 
Basic investment (eligible for calculation of Fund assistance): 32 387 550 
6. TIMETABLE: Commencement: 1.7.1994 
Completion: 31.12.1998 
7 ASSISTANCE GRANTED 85% 
£- SOCIO-ECONOMIC BENEFITS 
Project of lasting benefit 
^ CAPACITY (where appropriate) 
The project is in line with EUROCONTROL specifications 
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Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
No 93.09.65.004 
1. Project title 
" NEW PORT OF IGOUMENITSA" 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Ministry of National Economy 
2.2. Address: Syntagma squ. Athens 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: YPECHODE 
3.2. Address: Char. Trikoupo 182, Athens 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: GREECE 
4.2. Region: EPIROS 
5. Description 
The planned construction work at Igoumenitsa is intended to provide a modern 
port able to cover handling requirements for passengers and vehicles from and to 
the north-western gateway of the country up to the year 2020. The new port will 
be used for foreign traffic. 
The work consists of : 
a) construction of a quay, length roughly 760 m, for berthing vehicle -
carrying vessels 
The quay will be constructed to the south of the existing port. There will be a 
roughly 300 m gap between the new and existing ports. 5 areas -zone for 
servicing vessels simultaneously will be constructed. Each of the first three areas 
will serve one vessel. The next two areas will serve 2 to 4 vessels according their 
size. All areas could serve simultaneously 7 vessels maximum. 
The berthing quay will be constructed of cellular caissons. For the foundation 
of these owing to the softeness of the underlying ground layers in the area 0 600 
4 i?£ 
compressed rubble piles will be laid in various grids and artificial earth drainage 
inserted in order to accelerate settlement. 
South of the new constructions a space has been reserved for the future train ferry 
installations. 
b) creation of the new landside zone behind the quay. This will have a total 
area of 20.5 ha, of which 13 ha will comprise the landside port area 
(supervised enclosed area) and 7.5 ha outside this will be given over to 
vehicle parking and roadways. 
The following infrastructure work will be required : 
drainage system and link-up to existing drainage culverts 
provision of water, electricity, telephone lines etc to the vessel berths and 
all landside installations 
internal roadways; areas serving various purposes in the landside port 
zone; port entrances 
electric lighting and fire extinction 
c) construction of the building required for operation of the port, 
viz.installations for servicing passengers, roofed control areas, offices and 
small ancillary/storage areas at the main entrances to the port zone. 
The main building for servicing passengers will have an area of 4000 m 
and the roofed control areas at the two port gateways an area of 5000 m2 
d) The first stage of the project includes the construction of a quay of 100m 
in depth of 12m. 
c) The second stage of the project includes all the works described in point 
a), b) and c) with the exception of the works described in point d). 
6. Objectives 
The development of maritime and combined transport between Greece and EU via 
Italy. 
This project is linked with the "Construction of VIA EGNATIA " which will 
constitute the main east-west axis of the country. 
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7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Design studies January 1993 October 1995 
Land aquisition January 1993 December 1996 
Main works January 1993 December 1999 
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Operational phase partially from December 
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8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The IRR is 3.66%. The socio-economic rate of return is 21.5% 
9. 
10. Environmental impact analysis 
The project will affect environment. The environmental terms fixed with 
ministenal Decision No 66586/5.11.1993 form part of the objectives of the 
project. 
Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
Total cost: 
Eligible costs (after 1 January 1993) 
(after 6 July 1995 ) 
TOTAL 
ost taken into account for the calculation of assistance 
(after deduction of revenue) : 
Rate of assistance : 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance : 52.110.000 
3.682.000 
48.428.000 
52.110.000 
41.688.000 
35.434.800 
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Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
No 93.09.65.009 
94.09.65.009 
1. Project title 
"CONSTRUCTION OF DOUBLE TRACK RAILWAY LINE AT THE 
SECTION EVAGELISMOS -LEPTOKARYA " 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Ministry of National Economy 
2.2. Address: Syntagma squ. Athens 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: OSE 
3.2. Address: Karolou 1-3, Athens 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: GREECE 
4.2. Region. LARISSA -PIERIA 
5. Description 
1. Construction of new double high speed line road on EVAGELISMOS-
N.PORON section, length roughly 24 km. 
The commencement point is km 375 near the Evangelismos halt on the existing 
ne. The new alignment runs west of the existing line, bridges the new Athens-
Thessaloniki national highway (300 m bridge) and the River Pinios (250 m 
bridge) and follows the north side of the Tempi valley above the existing railway 
line, which it meets at Rapsani station (km 387). 
The schedule for this section, total length 12.1 km, includes besides the 
earthworks, minor technical features and the two large bridges (national highway 
and Pinios) the 4 km Tempi tunnel, four small tunnels (cut and cover) total length 
1 km, four railway bridges over 20 m long and two flyovers. Restoration work 
on the local roads is also included. 
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Design particulars for this section are minimum curvature in a 4000 m radius and 
1.4% maximum gradient. 
From Rapsani station (km 387) to km 399 the new line is on flat ground and a 
reduced volume of earthworks is required. Besides these and the minor technical 
features the schedule includes two railway bridges over 20 m long, four flyovers 
for local roads and restoration work on these. It should be noted that the railway 
line infrastructure for the subsection km 387 to km 393 has already been 
constructed with financing from the 1989/93 CSF. Design particulars for the 
section km 387 to km 399 are minimum curvature in a 3000 m horizontal radius 
and 1.4% maximum gradient. 
There are also included studies of grade, separated junctions and reinstatement of 
the road network as well as complementary expropriations. 
2. Construction of new double high speed line on Nea Poron-Leptokaria 
section, length roughly 11 km. 
Work begins at km 399 of the existing line, where the foregoing doubling work 
comes to an end. 
The new line traverses the densely populated built up areas of Platamonas and Ag. 
Pantelemonas by a tunnel 4.5 km long (from km 0+900 to km 5+400). 
It then follows flat ground to the existing Leptokaria station, where the section 
ends (at km 11+350). From the tunnel exit almost to the end of the section a 
parallel road on each side of the line will be constructed (total length 9 km) in 
restoration of the road system. 
The schedule also includes the building of seven flyovers for intersecting roads 
(with total road construction length 5.5 km) to restore the area's access to the sea, 
this being a highly popular tourist area. 
For the section as a whole seven road bridges and six rail bridges will be 
constructed, and at its commencement point the new Platamonas station. 
There are also included all necessary studies and the completion of expropriations. 
3) The first stage covers all the works approved with Ministerial Decision 
C(93)3980/2 of 16 December 1993 which were : 
1. Studies 
SUBSECTION BETWEEN KM 399 AND KM 410 (PMATAMONAS AREA) 
Studies of total value 250.000 ECU 
2. Infrastructure 
SUBSECTIONS FROM KM 375 UP TO KM 381.4 
Earthworks and structure's constraction works of total value 1.650.000 ECU. 
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SUSECTION FROM KM 381.4 UP TO KM 387 (TEMPI AREA) 
Earthworks and structuraTs construction works of total value 7.000.000 ECU. 
4) The second stage covers all the works described in point a) and b) with the 
exception of the works described in point c). 
6. Objectives 
Modernisation of the railway line ATHENS -THESSALONIKI, and 
reduction of the time travel by 2-3 hours. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Design studies 1993 . 1996 
Land aquisition 1994 1997 
Main works 1996 1999 
Operational phase 2000 
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8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The project is feasible. ERR = 7,5% 
9. Environmental impact analysis 
The project does not have any significant impact on environement. The 
envirormmental terms established with Ministerial decision No91336/19/l 1/1993 
form part of the objectives of the project. 
10. Cost and assistance fin ecus) 
Total cost: 
Eligible costs (after 1.1.1993) 
(after 13.7.1994) 
TOTAL 
Rate of assistance : 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance : 251.400.000 
11.400.000 
240.000.000 
251.000.000 
213.690.000 
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1. PROJECT No: 93/09/65/032 
94/09/65/032 
COMPLETION OF TERMINALS IV AND V IN THE PORT OF IRAKLION 
Summary description and nature of project: 
Completion of Terminals IV and V in the Port of Iraklion. 
The following works are planned: 
1. Studies 
II. Works on the port 
a) superstructure of a 130 m-long quay 
b) new quays around the terminal; 720 m in length and -15 m deep. 
c) backfill of 87 000 m2 of terminal area 
d) dredging of certain parts- o.f the interior of the port 
The abovementioned works represent around 990 000 m? of excavation, 
589 000 nf of backfill of all sorts, 96 000 nr of random rubble fill, 
780 000 m of reinforced concrete block of all types and other less 
substantial' works. 
2. BENEFICIARY MEMBER STATE: 
Greece' 
3. AUTHORITY RESPONSIBLE FOR IMPLEMENTATION 
Ministry of the Environment 
4. LOCATION 
Crete 
5. COST OF THE INVESTMENT: 
Total: 24 138 000 
(Eligible) basis for calculation of assistance from the Fund 
18 34 4 880 
6. WORKS SCHEDULE 
START: 1 January 1993 
FINISH: 31 january 1998 
7. ASSISTANCE GRANTED: (85%) 
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&. SOCIO-ECONOMIC BENEFITS: 
Rate of return on completion: 12% 
Current net value: 3 856 million drachma 
Cost/benefit ratio: 1.7 
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Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation 
(EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 
No 94/09/65/005 
1. Name of project: 
Completion of Quay No II of the N. Ikonio container terminal. 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Piraeus port authority 
2.2. Address: 2nd Merarchias 2, Piraeus 
3. Body responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Piraeus port authority 
3.2. Address: 2nd Merarchias 2, Piraeus 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Greece 
4.2. Region: Attiki 
5. Description 
Construction of the quays and on-shore facilities with all the infrastructure and 
equipment needed for the handling of containers. 
The project also involves the completion of the electromechanical equipment for 
the terminal's quay No II. 
The following work is involved: 
(a) construction of quays 908 m long and between 14 and 16.5 m deep; 
(b) purchase of four gantry cranes for handling containers and 40 straddle 
carriers. It will not be possible to remove this equipment from the Ikonio 
port without prior authorization from the Commission; 
(c) Purchase of 30 tractors and 8 fork-lift trucks. This equipment is not 
included in the calculation base for assistance from the Cohesion Fund. 
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6. Objectives 
(a) To increase the container-handling capacity to 1 500 000 containers per 
year, as against 667 000 per year at present. 
(b) To separate commercial activities from passenger traffic in the Piraeus 
port complex and transfer of all container handling to N. Ikonio. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main work 1 April 1994 31 December 1998 
Operational phase from 1995 until 1999 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The project is viable. The internal rate of return is particularly high (IRR = 28.6). 
the cost-benefit ratio is 4.5 and the net present value is DRA 7.7 billion. 
9. Assessment of environmental impact 
There is no appreciable impact on the environment. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) 
Total cost: 67 115 600 
Eligible cost (after 14 June): 67 085 600 
Eligible cost after deduction of the cost 
of the tractors and fork-lift trucks: 62 529 300 
Cost taken into account for calculation of 
the aid (after deduction of revenue): 18 758 790 
Rate of assistance: 80% 
Cohesion Fund assistance: 15 007 032 
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Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
No 94.09.65.016-b 
1. Project title 
"VIA EGNATIA, section : LYKOPODI-MAKRYCHORA" 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Ministry of National Economy 
2.2. Address: Syntagma squ. Athens 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: YPECHODE 
3.2. Address: Char. Trikoupi 182, Athens 
4. Location 
4 1 Member State: GREECE 
4.2. Region. Thesprotia 
5. Description 
a) Construction of motorway of total width of 22,0m with two main lane and 
one auxiliary per direction. Separation of the braches by central median 
and safety shoulders. Between the large technical works tunnels, viaducts 
and grade separeted junctions are foreseen. It is noted that some of the 
large scale works such as tunnels will be constructed for one branch of the 
motorway. 
The stage of project includes the following works : 
Construction of all earthworks, paving, asphalt works and signining in full 
cross-section (2 lanes per direction and emergency lanes) on 5,0kms length 
(from k.P 8+000 to 13+000). In the section from k.p 8+000 to k.P 8+500 
a tunnel and only one of the braches will be constructed with the required 
electrical and mechanical equipment. 
The work does not include the viaduct at position k.P. 11 + 120. 
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b) The first stage of project include the works approved under decision 
No3980/8 of 16 December 1993 which are modified as follows : 
Excavations 1.211.000m3, embakements 400.000m3 , expropriations , 
structures and other technical works. 
c) The second stage of project include the works described in point a) with 
the exception of the works described in point b). 
6. Objectives 
Development of regions of IPIROS and MACEDONIA 
Link Greece with EU. via ITALY. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Design studies 1994 1996 . 
Land aquisition 1995 1996 
Main works [994 1997 
Operational phase 1998 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The project is feasible. B/C -1,55, IRR = 8,8% 
9. Environmental impact analysis 
The envi ronnm ental terms fixed with Ministerial decision No91337/19/l 1/1993 
form part of the objectives of the project. 
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10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
Total cost: 13.933.000 
Eligible costs (after 1.1.1993) 6.654.000 
(after 13.7.1994) 7,279.000 
TOTAL 13.933.000 
Rate of assistance : 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance : 11.843.050 
The amount of Cohesion Fund assistance granted is based on the assumption-that the 
project will not generate revenue. Any change in this assumption will be grounded from 
the Commission to review the amount of assistance. 
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5 Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
No 94.09.65.016-e 
1. Project title 
"VLA EGNATIA, section : MAKRYCHORA-KRYSTALOPIGI" 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Ministry of National Economy 
2.2. Address: Pl.Syntagmatos, 101 80 ATHENS 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3 1 Name: YPECHODE 
3.2. Address: Char. Trikoupi 182, ATHENS 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Greece 
4.2. Region: Thesprotia 
Description 
The project covers all the earthworks and road laying, asphalting and signing over the full 
cross section (two traffic lanes in each direction and emergency lanes), overall length of 
6 5 km (MR 18 + 500 to 25 + 000). The tunnel at MR 25 + 000 (length 500 m) will be 
constructed in only one carriageway, with the necessary electromechanical equipment. Not 
included are the Neokhorio junction with its approaches or the Neokhorio viaduct. 
6. Objectives 
Development of region of Thesorotia 
Link Greece with LU vu; it:: 
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7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Design studies 1995 1997 
Land acquisition 1995 1996 
Main works 1995 1997 
Operational phase 1998 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The project is feasible. B/C=l,55, IRR=8,8% 
9. Environmental impact analysis 
The environmental terms fixed with Ministerial Decision Nol 337/19.11.93 form part of the 
objectives of the project. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
Total cost: 11.231.000 
Eligible costs (after 13/7/1994) 
Rate of assistance 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance 11.231.000 
9.546.350 
The amount of Cohesion Fund assistance granted is based on the assumption that the project will 
not generate revenu. Any change in this assumption will be grounds for the Commission to review 
the amount of assistance. 
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Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
No 94.09.65.016-h 
1. Project title 
"VIA EGNATIA, section : PHSYLORACHI-AG.NIKOLAOS" 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Ministry of National Economy 
2.2. Address. Syntagma squ. Athens 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: YPECHODE 
3.2. Address: Char. Trikoupo 182, Athens 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: GREECE 
4.2. Region: IPIROS 
5. Description 
a) The project covers : 
All the work that is required for construction of the this motorway section, length 
7.5 km, over the full cross section, i.e., two lanes plus an auxiliary lane in each 
direction, in line with the specified cross-section type for the Egnatia. The 
earthworks will be carried out accordingly. All the large and small technical 
features specified in the plan will be constructed and any others the need for 
which emerges during the work and the road will be laid, asphalted and drainage 
installed and the signing work carried out. 
b) The first stagecovers all the works approved with Decision Nol 177/1 of 17 
May 1994 which are modified as follows : 
Excavations 1.800.000m3 , embakments 1.550.000m3, expropriations and other 
structures. 
c) The second stage covers all the works described in point a) with the exception 
of the works described in point b). 
Objectives 
- Development of region of IPIROS 
- Link GREECE to EU via ITALY. 
Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Design studies 1995 1997 
Land aquisition 1995 1996 
Main works 1995 1997 
Operational phase 1998 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The project is feasible. B/C=l,55, IRR=8,8% 
9. Environmental impact analysis 
The environmental terms fixed with Ministerial Decision N°67240/l8.2.94 form 
part of the objectives of the project. 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
Total cost: 
Eligible costs (after 1.1.1993) 
(after 13.7.1994) 
TOTAL 
Rate of assistance : 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance : 22.288.000 
5.198.000 
17.090.000 
22.288.000 
18.944.800 
The amount of Cohesion Fund assistance granted is based on the assumption that the 
project will not generate revenue. Any change in this assumption will be grounds for the 
Commission to review the amount of assistance. 
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Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
No 94.09.65.020-a 
1. Project title 
"VIA EGNATIA, section : BY-PASS OF KAVALA FROM 
INTERCHANGE OF AGHIOS ANDREAS UP TO KM 4+937" 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Ministry of National Economy 
2.2. Address: Syntagma squ. Athens 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: YPECHODE 
3.2. Address: Char. Trikoupo 182, Athens 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: GREECE 
4.2. Region: Eastern Macedonia -Thrace 
5. Description 
a) Construction of the section from MR 0 + 796.22 (Ag Andreas junction location) 
to MR 4 + 932.89 (Palios entry), length 4.1 km, motorway cross-section, total 
roadway width 2 x 9.75 m, and construction of the Ag Andreas flyover junction. 
The work comprises: 
1) earthworks over the entire length; 
2) construction of ten small technical features (archways, box sections), 
openings from 1 to 4 m; 
3) construction of ravine bridge at MR 4 + 073, total length 13.2 m (2 x 25 
+ 30 + 2 x 25); 
4) construction of ravine bridge at MR 4 + 888, total length 100.15 m (4 x 
25); 
5) road laying; 
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6) asphalting and anti-skid coat; 
7) road signs, lane marking and safety features; 
8) road lighting on bridges; 
9) full construction of Ag Andreas junction. 
b) The first stage of the project covers all the works approved with Decision 
C(93)3980/5 of 16 December 1993 which are modified as follows : 
Excavations of 1.300.000m, embakments of 660.000m , expropriations, 
structures, road laying, asphalting and other expenditures. 
c) The second stage of the project covers all the works described in point a) with the 
exception of the works described in point b). 
6. Objectives 
Development of the region of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace. 
Link of Greece to the EU via ITALY. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Design studies 1994 1996 
Land aquisition 1994 1996 
Main works 1994 1996 
Operational phase 1997 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The project is feasible. B/C=2,l, IRR=11,8% 
9. Environmental impact analysis 
The project does not have significant impact on environment. 
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10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
Total cost: 10.711.000 
Eligible costs (after 1.1.1993) 9.394.000 
(after 13.7.1994) 1.317.000 
TOTAL 10.711.000 
Rate of assistance : 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance : 9.104.350 
The amount of Cohesion Fund assistance granted is based on the assumption that the 
project will not generate revenue. Any change in this assumption will be grounds for the 
Commission to review the amount of assistance. 
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Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
No 94.09.65.020-c 
1. Project title 
"VIA EGNATIA, section : " VIA EGNATIA, section : BY-PASS OF 
KAVALA from km 9+400 to km 13+780" 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Ministry of National Economy 
2.2. Address: Pl.Syntagmatos, 101 80 ATHENS 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: YPECHODE 
3.2. Address: Char. Trikoupi 182, ATHENS 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Greece 
4.2. Region. Eastern Macedonia -Thrace 
Description 5 
Construction of a section length 4,4 km from M.R. 9+400 (Palios exit) to MR 
(13+780 beginning of Ag.Sylla junction), motorway cross-section, total roadway 
width 2X9,75m. 
The works comprises : 
1) earthworks over the entire length 
2) construction of 13 small technical features 
3) over -crossing of road P7 in MR 9+806 
4) under -crossing of road P8 in MR 11+688 width 17,50m 
5) under-crossing of road P9 in MR 12+014 width 8m 
6) road laying 
7) asphalting and anti-skid coat 
8) vertical and orizontal road singns and safety features 
9) road lighting and link with locality of DEPOS. 
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6. Objectives 
7. Development of region of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace 
Link Greece with EU via Italy. 
Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Design studies 1993 1997 
Land acquisition 1995 1996 
Main works 1995 1998 
Operational phase 1999 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The project is feasible. B/C=2,l, IRR=11,8% 
9. Environmental impact analysis 
The project does not have significant impact on the environment 
10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) 
Total cost: 
Eligible costs (after 13/7/1994) 
Rate of assistance 85% 
Cohesion Fund assistance 1.013.000 
11.013.000 
9.361.050 
The amount of Cohesion Fund assistance granted is based on the assumption that the 
project will not generate revenu. Any change in this assumption will be grounds for the 
Commission to review the amount of assistance. 
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Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance 
under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 
1. PROJECT No: 95709/65/034 
Preparation of the second phase of technical studies for the rail 
link project between the new O.L.P. container terminal at N. Ikonio 
and the planned Thriassio Pedio rail complex. 
;'sur.siy Ue :Ti ipt ion and nature of project: 
d- ...;:.use y study and definitive study of the route to be chosen 
."'end-, -f eiiGineerma works 
liuuuuenfai meant sandy ici.lowing up on the prelinrinar 
! study which will be carried out in the first staoe, 
BENEFICIARY MEMBER STATE: 
3. AUTHORITY RESPONSIBLE FOR IMPLEMENTATION 
4 . LOCATION 
5. COST OF THE INVESTMENT 
id : 
WORKS SCHEDULE 
START: 1 November 1995 
FINISH: 31 December 19QS 
ASSISTANCE GRANTED: (100%) 
FINANCING PLAN: (See Annex) 
SOCIO-ECONOMIC BENEFITS: 
; v.u ' I ; u ou i du an ebf iumenf s«.u. vice ior ; he tort u i: Lbraaus witi 
• . dSiu i,i i 1. complex and with the ress of the country's rail 
'v. s i ink will also make if posfuLb.ld so c;r;s i dur a: u y <"'ass: '.he 
:u.u d'u] by leur ins entérina and bdU.dua 'he- tenu ui hid.nus. 
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ENVIRONMENT 
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Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
Project Number 93/07/61/010/022/026 
1. Name of project River Barrow Water Quality Improvement Scheme 
2. Organization responsible for the application 
2.1 Name: Department of the Environment 
2.2 Address: O'Connell Bridge House 
Dublin 2, Ireland 
3. Organization responsible for project implementation 
3.1 Name: Carlow Co. Council Athy Urban Distr. Council New Ross Urban Distr. Council 
3.2 Address. County Offices Rathstewart The Tholsel 
Carlow Athy, Co. Kildare New Ross, Co. Wexford 
Ireland Ireland Ireland 
4. Location of project 
4.1 Member State: Ireland 
4.2 County: Co. Carlow, Kildare and Wexford, Ireland 
5. Description of project 
This Decision covers three sewerage schemes in Athy. Muinebheag and New Ross which are all 
intended to improve significantly water quality of the River Barrow. 
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a) Athy 
The Decision covers the first two stages of this project which includes the replacement of the 
existing pipeline network, the provision of a new secondary treatment plant and 2 new pumping 
stations. This Decision covers the Preliminary Report, the CBA and detailed design. The second -
construction - stage comprises inlet works, 2 aeration basins, 3 circular clarifiers, 2 stormwater 
tanks, a sludge pumping station and flow dividing chambers, a sludge press building and a 
holding tank and the administration and control building. The also covered mechanical contract 
includes post inlet works and aeration basins. 
b) Muinebheag 
This project consists of the provision of a secondary treatment works and the construction of 3 
pumping stations, foul and stormwater sewers, and rising mains in the town of Muinebheag. The 
treatment works are designed to serve a population equivalent of 4,000 at Stage 1. Approximately 
4 km of sewers ranging in size from 225mm - 600 mm diameter will be installed including short 
sections of 150 mm diameter rising main and 3 submersible pumping stations. 
c) New Ross 
The Decision covers the initial construction phase on the New Ross Main Drainage scheme 
involving interceptor and collection network development. The whole includes the construction 
of pumping stations, a pipe network and a treatment plant. The treatment works will include 
secondary biological treatment, settlement tanks and sludge treatment facilities which will cater 
for sludge from the New Ross and West Wexford area. 
6. Objectives 
The principle objectives of the whole project are: 
-compliance with objectives of the Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 
(91/271/EEC) 
- elimination of existing discharges of untreated sewage 
- improvement of water quality in River Barrow estuary 
- elimination of periodic flooding of streets 
- reduction of pollution in waters used for bathing and recreational facilities 
- protection of public health 
- protection of aquatic life and fish stocks 
- improvements in tourism, industrial, commercial development in the area 
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7. Timetable 
START DATE COMPLETION DATE 
Design studies February 1978 1995 
Land acquisition 1984 1995 
Main woriis March 1993 1997 
Operational phase post 1997 
8. Cost-Benefit Analysis 
The cost-benefit analysis shows an internal rate of return on the project of 8.9 % (Athy), 
6.7 °o (New Ross) and 6.3 % (Muinebheag). The evaluation assumes significant benefits in 
the areas of health and safety, tourism and amenity improvement, housing, industrial and 
commercial development with related benefits to the port of New Ross, benefits to fisheries, 
plus direct benefits from the project implementation. 
9. Environmental Impact Assessment 
In accordance with the provisions of the European Communities (Environmental Impact 
Assessment) Regulations, 1989, which transposes Directive 85/337/EEC into Irish law, an 
environmental impact assessment is not required at this stage for the three parts of the 
Scheme. However, the Irish authorities prepared an EIS for the treatment works element of 
the New Ross project. 
Moreover, the operation of the facilities shall be subject to full compliance with Article 12 
of Directive 91/271/EEC in particular with regard to the regulation and/or specific 
authorization of discharges. The operation of the treatment plants shall also be within the 
framework of quality objectives under Council Directive 76/464/EEC. 
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10. Total costs (in MECU) 
Total costs 
11.754 Expenditure before 
eligible date* 
0.286 Total eligible costs 
11.468 Cohesion Fund 
grant 
9.748 
* Expenditure incurred after Î January 1993 is eligible 
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Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
Project summary 
No: 94/07/61/007 
1. Project title: Lough Derg Water Quality Improvement 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Department of the Environment 
2.2. Address: O'Connell Bridge House 
Dublin 2 
3- Authorities responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Offal y County Council Tippcrary Count}' Council 
3.2 Address: Courthouse Courthouse 
Tullamorc Nenagh 
Co Offaly Co Tippcrary 
Name: Clare County Council Wcstmeath County Council 
Address New Road County Buildings 
Lnms Mullingar 
Co Clare Co Wcstmeath 
Name: Gal wax County Council Roscommon County Council 
Address: Prospect Hill Courthouse 
Gal wax Roscommon 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State Ireland 
4 2 Region Counties Galway. Clare, Roscommon, Tipperarx'. Offal\" and Wcstmeath 
^ • Descri ption 
Lough Derg is the largest lake on the River Shannon system which drains a large part of the west and 
midlands of Ireland Ilic lake is 40km by 13km at its widest point 'Ihe principle economic 
importance of Lough Derg dcrixes from its actual and potential significance for the tourism industry 
since it is part of the Shannon waterway system, the largest single non-coastal tourism amenity in 
land. This potential is being threatened by a deterioration in water din'iid esiuu.,.. 
concentration of phosphorous and algae consistent with a highlx eutrop'uc lake 
Lough Derg is classified as 'sensitive waters' and under the tenus of the Urban Waste Water Directix e 
waste water from agglomerations of more than 10,000 population equivalent must have treatment more 
stringent than secondary treatment by end-1998. 
The project's aims are to implement a monitoring system for the hike, to design and construct or 
upgrade treatment xxorks at the six largest urban areas in or around the lake and to plan future work 
at other smaller sites. 
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The items covered are: 
Assessment programme for the future management of water quality including the development 
of a hydrodynamic model ofthe lake system plus extensive data collection. 
Provision or upgrading of collection, secondary treatment and phosphorous removal facilities 
at the towns of Nenagh, Birr, Ballinasloe, Tullamore, Roscrea and Athlone. 
Planning and design of future facilities at Portumna, Clara and Moate. 
Objectives 
Presentation and enhancement of Lough Derg as a water resource by arresting and reversing 
the eutrophication of the lake; 
To protect and improve water quality in the tributaries ofthe catchment: 
To establish a water quality monitoring system for the Lough; 
To comply with the Urban Waste Water Directive. 
To contribute to implementing the phosporous pollution reduction programme (in particular 
the attainment of the phosphorous quality objectixe) applicable to Lough Derg which is 
required under Directive 76/464/EEC. 
Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Design studies 01/01/190] 31/12/1997 
Land acquisition 01/01/1^95 31/12/1996 
Main works 01/01/1995 31/12/1998 
Operational phase 01/01/1999 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The Lough Derg group of projects was exaluated by consultants appointed by the European 
Commission. The study sought to quantify' the direct benefits of the projects m the sense of the 
contribution of each project to meeting a target reduction of Biochemical Oxxgen Demand and 
phosphorous in the lake and also the cost-effectiveness of each project 
The indirect benefits ofthe projects to maintaining or generating tourism in the area xvere assessed and 
so also xvas the extent to which the lack of water treatment facilities was impeding residential, 
industrial and commercial dexelopment. However, in view ofthe absence of adequate data to quantify 
indirect benefits, the choice of priority projects was largely based on the cost-effectiveness and 
environmental impact anahsis. The projects chosen are the priority projects identified in this 
evaluation. 
9. Environmental Impact Assessment 
Environmental Impact Assessments are not required foranx ofthe mdix idual projccis within this group 
of projects. 
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10. Cost and assistance (MECU) 
Total cost 
13.098 Expenditure 
before eligible 
date* 
-Total eligible 
costs 
13.098 Cohesion Fund 
grant 
11.133 Grant rate 
(%) 
85 
Expenditure after the date of submission ofthe project. 13 October 1994. is eligible. 
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Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
Project summary 
No:94/07/61/00*9 
1. Project title: Tralee Sewerage Scheme 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Department of the Environment 
2.2. Address: O'Connell Bridge House 
Dublin 2 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Kerry County Council 
3.2. Address: County Buildings, Tralee, Kerry 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Ireland 
4.2. Region:County Kerry 
5. Description 
Tralee Sewerage Scheme consists of the provision of a sewerage scheme for Tralee town and the 
surrounding area, including the upgrading of under-capacity sewers, the provision of separation 
chambers for foul/storm water separation, the installation of new storm and foul sewers, new storm 
and foul pumping stations, and the construction of a new waste water treatment plant and an outfall 
pipe to Tralee' Bay. The treatment plant will have a biological loading of 25,400 population 
equivalent. 
The provision of ultraviolet disinfection at the treatment plant is necessary to comply with the Bathing 
Water Directive. 
The installation of foul and storm sewers and the upgrading of defective sewers was assisted under 
the ENVIREG programme: The present decision covers the remainder ofthe project and will include 
the following works: 
six pumping stations 
main pump house with storm and foul pumping units 
construction of sewage treatments works comprising the following: 
inlet works with screening, storm overflow and flow measurement 
sedimentation in two 22m diameter tanks 
high rate biofilters 
activated sludge reactors 
secondary sedimentation in three 19.4m diameter tanks 
disinfection plant using UV radiation 
outfall pipe with flow measurement 
storm holding tank 
sludge treatment area (including sludge thickening, digestion, storage and dewatering) and 
combining heat and power unit 
control building, dewatering building, compression house and sludge control building 
Objectives 
to comply with the Urban Waste Water Directive 
to comply with the Bathing Water, Shellfish Water and Sewage Sludge Directive 
to provide for tourism, industry, commercial and residential development 
Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main works 01/01/95 ' 31/12/97 
Operational phase 01/01/98 : 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The economic assessment of the project notes that untreated waste water discharges are leading to 
pollution ofthe estuary ofthe River Lee from a physical/chemical and bacteriological point of view. 
It notes for example that mandatory levels of pollution for shell fish water are being exceeded. 
Provision of a secondary treatment plan will lead to more rapid growth of this industry and of tourism, 
which is the major source of income in the area, and also of industrial and commercial development. 
Secondary treatment must be provided in Tralee by the year 2000 under the terms ofthe Urban Water 
Directive. 
A cost effectiveness analysis indicates that the design size of the plant is not excessive assuming 
moderate population and industrial growth. The unit costs of the project are lower than for six 
projects of similar size using similar treatment technology. 
9. Environmental Impact Analysis 
An EL\ for the project was completed and certified by the Minister for the Environment in August 
1992. 
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10. Cost and assistance (MECU) 
Total cost 
10.868 Expenditure 
before eligible 
date* 
0 Total eligible 
costs 
10.868 Cohesion Fund 
grant 
9.238 Grant rate 
(%) 
85 
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Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
Project summary 
No: 94/07/61/016 
1. Project title: Sligo Main Drainage (Stage I) 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Department of the Environment 
2.2. Address: O'Connell Bridge House 
Dublin 2 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Sligo Corporation 
3.2. Address: Town Hall, Sligo 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Ireland 
4.2. Region: Co. Sligo 
5. Description 
The project concerns the planning and design phase of a waste water collection and treatment system 
for Sliso town which is required by the year 2000 under the terms of the Urban Waste Water 
i .'e. 
At present, all effluent is collected and discharged untreated at one point in the esturial waters of Sligo 
Bay The intention is to build a new sewer to a new effluent treatment works 800m from the existing 
sewage collection point. A treatment plant will provide secondary treatment before discharge. It is 
also intended that Sligo town will act as a hub to provide sludge treatment and disposal facilities for 
the town and the surrounding area. 
6. Objectives 
compliance with the Urban Waste Water Directive; 
protection of the environment from the effects of untreated sewage; 
provision of sludge treatment facilities for Sligo and the surrounding area; 
protection of the amenity of Sligo Bay; 
protection of public health by prevention of sewage overflow onto public streets. 
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7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Design studies 1972 1997 
Operational phase 1998 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
An assessment of the socio-economic benefits of the project will be carried out as part of Stage I of 
the project. Future Cohesion Fund assistance will depend on this assessment and on the outcome of 
the EIA (see below). 
9. Environmental Impact Assessment 
An EIA is required for the project and will be completed as part of Stage I. 
This decision is without prejudice to the outcome of procedures under Part IV of the Local 
Government (Planning and Development) Regulations 1990. 
10- Cost and assistance (MECU) 
Total cost 
2.035 Expenditure 
before eligible 
date* 
~ Total eligible 
costs 
2.035 Cohesion Fund 
grant 
1.730 Grant rate 
(%) 
85 
* Expenditure after the date of submission ofthe project, 28 November 1994, is eligible. 
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Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing aie Cohesion Fund 
Project N°: 94/07/61/019 
1. Project title: Lough Mask Regional Water Supply 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Department of the Environment 
2.2. Address: O'Connell Bridge House 
Dublin 2, Ireland 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Mayo County Council 
3.2. Address: Aras an Chontae, Castlebar, Co. Mayo 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Ireland 
4.2. Region: Co. Mayo 
5. Description 
The application concerns the completion of construction of the Lough Mask Regional Water Supply 
Scheme, (Ballinrobe/Claremorris) CF reference: 93/07/61/038, together with the completion of 
planning for the remaining elements of the scheme. 
Commission Decision No. C(93) 3257/13 of 15th November 1993 approved the planning, design and 
start-up construction costs for the first stage of the construction of a reservoir and central building, 
laying of a trunk main to Claremorris and connections to the existing distribution system. Approval 
is now sought for the completion of the construction of these works and for the completion of 
planning of further extensions to the distribution networks. 
East of Claremorris, the two principal population centres and areas of economic activity, Knock and 
Ballyhaunis, are served by small public water supply systems which lack capacity and are subject to 
quality variation. A further 15 private group water schemes serve the rural population. Many of these 
are served by poor quality private sources. These schemes lack basic treatment facilities and are 
unable to supply water in compliance with the standards for drinking water. 
Claremorris town is the last major population centre within the Lough Mask catchment discharging 
low quality effluent to surface waters within that catchment. In order to protect and enhance the water 
quality in Lough Mask, the source for the Lough Mask Regional Water Supply, it is also proposed 
to upgrade the Claremorris sewerage scheme and this application includes a proposal for the 
completion of planning of this scheme. 
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Objectives 
provision of a treated water supply throughout the region in compliance with the Drinking 
Water Directive 80/778/EEC; 
provision of facilities to treat effluent from Claramorris town; 
to protect the aquatic environment of the River Robe which flows into Lough Mask. 
Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Design studies 5/1/98 31/12/97 
Land acquisition 1/1/95 31/12/97 
Main works 1/9/94 31/12/97 
Operational phase 1/1/97 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The primary justification for the project is the substitution of substandard water sources with 
a new source meeting current standards plus the reduction of pollution into Lough Mask. 
However, a cost-benefit analysis carried out as part of Phase I of the project (which was 
assisted by the Cohesion financial instrument) indicated that the project would generate 
economic benefits primarily from increased tourism and also from more rapid industrial 
commercial and agricultural activity. 
9. Environmental Impact Analysis 
An EIA is not required for this project. 
10. Cost and assistance (in M ecu) 
Total cost 
17.686 Expenditure 
before eligible 
date* 
-Total eligible 
costs 
17.686 Cohesion Fund 
grant 
15.033 Grant rate 
(%) 
85 
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Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
Project N°: 94/07/61/022 
1. Project tide: Wexford Main Drainage (Stage II) 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Department of the Environment 
i -> Address: O'Connell Eridge House 
Dublin 2, Ireland 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
1 Name: Wexford Corporation 
> ? Address: Municipal Buildings, Wexford 
L Location 
•l Member State: Ireland 
• ' Region: Co. Wexford 
Description 
\t present sewage from Wexford town is discharged untreated from over twenty outfalls into the 
Slanc> Lstuarv and Wexford Harbour. This results in gross pollution of the harbour area and is an 
obstacle to growth in the industrial, commercial and tourist potential ofthe region. 
i he scheme provides for the construction of 
a comprehensive modern sewerage collection network for the town and the surrounding area 
and associated pumping stations; 
an interceptor sewer along the quay and main lift pumping station. This will involve the 
'-mohtion of the existing timber pier/boardwalk and the reclamation of a large varying in 
width from 15 to 25 meters; 
a treatment works including preliminary units, pnmary settlement tanks, secondary biological 
treatment units, secondary settlement tanks and sludge treatir.em lacihties together with an 
. utiall pipe to a discharge point in the main channel ofthe harbour. 
Objectives 
miphanco with the Urban Waste Water Directive 91/271/EEC; 
compliance with the Bathing Water Directive 76/166/EEC, the Shellfish Water Directive 
79/923/EEC and the Salmonoid River Directive 78/659/EEC; 
improvement of water quality in the Slaney Estuary including the elimination of visual 
pollution and odours; 
to allow for further development of tourism, fishing and the shellfish industry; 
lifting of constraints on commercial, industrial and residential expansion. 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Design studies 1/7/93 31/12/96 
Land acquisition 1/7/93 1/4/97 
Main works 1/1/95 31/12/98 
Operational phase 1/1/99 
Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
A cost-benefit analysis was carried out as part of Stage I of the project which received 
assistance from the Cohesion financial instrument. 
The CBA identified more rapid tourism development as the main economic benefit generated 
by the project with additional benefits to local fisheries and to industrial and commercial 
development. 
Environmental Impact Analysis 
An EIA is required for the project has been completed and was certified by the Minister for 
the Environment in November 1992. 
10. Cost and assistance (in Mecu) 
Total cost 
36.750 Expenditure 
before eligible 
date* 
0.500 Total eligible 
costs 
36.250 Cohesion Fund 
grant 
30.813 Grant rate 
(%) 
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Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
Project N°: 94/07/61/024 
1. Project title: Monaghan Water Supply 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Department of the Environment 
2.2. Address: O'Connell Bridge House 
Dublin 2, Ireland 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Monaghan County Council 
3.2. Address: County Offices, the Glen. Monaghan 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Ireland 
4.2. Region: Co. Monaghan 
5. Description 
The existing water supply for Monaghan town comes from three sources: 
a borehole at Rooskey producing approximately. 1000 m3 per day with excessive le\e!s ol" 
ammonia, sulphate, iron and hardness; 
surface water from Lamb's Lake, approx. 1000 m Yd. A2 category water recemng onl\ 
chlorination. with excessive trihalomethane and chloroform levels: 
Togan Treatment Plant, approx. 200 m Yd treated water, settlement and rapid gra\ itv filtration 
This treatment plant is adequate and would be retained. 
There is a problem with supply capacity leading to rationing during the summer. Drinking water 
returns show exceedences for Aluminium. Coliforms. Colour. Copper. Fluoride. Iron. Kjcldahl 
Nitrogen. Odour. Sulphates and Turbidity. 
The overall project consists ofthe establishment of good water capacity. This will be achieved b> the 
drilling and testing of wells. In the initial phase, having established the capacil> to weld the 
anticipated ultimate demand of 9,100 mYper day. works will be constructed to provide 4.550 m'day 
to Monaghan Town. 
The project will consist of the following elements: 
planning/design ofthe total project: 
establishment of test and production wells; 
completion of EIS and cost effectiveness analysis; 
construction of treatment plant, trunk mains, water tower, clearwater reservoirs and 
provision of telemetry system and pumping equipment. 
Objectives 
to comply with the Drinking Water Directive; 
to increase capacity to cater for existing summer demand and to end rationing in 
summer; 
to provide for future development in the area. 
Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Design studies 1985 1995 
Land acquisition 1993 1994 
Main works . 1996 1998 
Operational phase 1998 
10. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
An economic assessment ofthe benefits of water quality improvement and an increase in the 
capacity available indicated a benefit-cost ratio of 1.6:1. 
Environmental Impact Analysis 
In accordance with the provisions of the European Communities (Environmental Impact 
Assessment) Regulations 1989, which transpose EC Directive 857/337/EEC into Irish law, an 
Environmental Impact Assessment is required for this project. This will be undertaken as part 
of the planning and design stage ofthe project. 
Cost mid assistance (in M ecu) 
I 1 
Total cost , 
7 219 Expenditure 
before eligible 
date* 
-Total eligible 
costs 
7.219 Cohesion Fund 
grant 
6.136 Grant ruie 
(%) 
85 
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Publication ofthe main points of the Decision to grant assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
Project summary 
No: 95/07/61/001 
1. Project title: River Boyne Catchment Protection Scheme (Stage I) 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Department of the Environment 
2.2. Address: O'Connell Bridge House 
Dublin 2 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Meath County Council 
3.2. Address: County Hall, Navan. Co Meath 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Ireland 
4.2. Region: Counties Cavan and Meath 
5. Description 
This decision concerns the first phase of a group of projects intended to improve the water quality of 
the River Boyne, a catchment which is classified as 'sensitive waters'. 
The first stage ofthe project concerns the planning and design of treatment plants in Navan and Tnm. 
the largest towns on the upper Boyne and also the establishment of a management and monitoring 
system to ensure the maintenance of water quality in the catchment. 
6. Objectives 
to comply with the Urban Waste Water Directive (action is required by 1998); 
to maintain the quality of water in the catchment. 
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Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Design studies 1986 31/12/1997 
Land acquisition 
Main works 
Operational phase 01/01/1998 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
An assessment ofthe benefits ofthe group of projects will be carried out as part of Stage I. 
9. Environmental Impact Assessment 
An Environmental Impact Assessment is required for the treatment works in Navan and will be earned 
out as part of Stage I ofthe project. An EIA is not required for the project in Trim. 
10. Cost and assistance (MECU) 
Total cost 
2.877 Expenditure 
before eligible 
date* 
-Total eligible 
costr 
2.877 Cohesion Fund 
grant 
2.446 Grant rate 
(%) 
85 
Expenditure ;>uer the date of submission ofthe project. 15 January 1995. is eligible. 
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Publication of the main points of the Décision to grant assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
Project summary 
No: 95/07/61/005 
1. Project title: Geographical Information System 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Department of the Environment 
2.2. Address: O'Connell Bridge House 
Dublin 2 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Local Government Computer Services Board 
3.2. Address: Phoenix House 
Conyngham Road. Dublin 8 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Ireland 
4.2. Region: whole country 
5. Description 
This technical assistance project concerns the creation of a database to be presented graphically to 
collect, store and illustrate data about the environmental status of water ways in Ireland. The 
following layers of data will be graphically represented: 
General information: including county boundaries and major towns including population figures, 
population equivalents, industrial loadings and industrial licences. 
Waterways: hydrometric area boundaries, river sampling points and stretches of river with their water 
quality. 
Infrastructure: waste water treatment works and landfill sites with types of treatment, capacity and 
existing loads. 
Other: sewage sludge management regions and existing and proposed regional water supply schemes, 
and ground water catchments. Sewage sludge treatment and disposal methods and volumes will also 
be included. 
It is intended that* the detailed layers of information will be digitised and that the capacity to allow 
public as well as central and local government access to the material will be included. 
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Objectives 
to ensure a standardised approach to the development of detailed monitoring and management 
regimes for projects funded by the Cohesion Fund and other instruments; 
to improve the quality of decision-making at local and national level; 
to provide improved reporting of expenditure and performance of environmental improvement 
projects; 
to provide public access to information about the Irish water services programme and to 
thereby generate interest in it. 
Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Main works 1/7/95 31/12/97 
Operational phase 1/1/98 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
In view of its nature and small size, a conventional economic anaylsis is not appropriate for this 
project. The benefits largely derive from the future provision of a coordinated national register of 
environmental assets and infrastructure. Public access to a system showing the nature of water 
resources and their management should also be regarded as a benefit although this is unquantifiable. 
9. Environmental Impact Assessment 
An EIA is not required for this project. 
This decision is without prejudice to the outcome of procedures under Part IV of the Local 
Government (Planning and Development) Regulations 1990. 
10. Cost and assistance (MECU) 
Total cost 
0.178 Expenditure 
before eligible 
date* 
-Total eligible 
costs 
0.178 Cohesion Fund 
grant 
0.152 Grant rate 
(%) 
85 
* Expenditure after the date of submission ofthe project, 2 May 1995 is eligible. 
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Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
Project summary 
No: 95/07/61/008 
1. Project title: Lough Swilly Water Quality Improvement (Stage I) 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Department of the Environment 
2.2. Address: O'Connell Bridge House 
Dublin 2 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Donegal County Council 
3.2. Address. County House, Lifford, Co. Donegal 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Ireland 
4.2. Region: Co. Donegal 
5. Description 
This decision covers the planning and design stage of the extension and upgrading of the existing 
secondary treatment plant for the town of Letterkenny. It will also include the establishment of a 
water quality monitoring system for the Lough Swilly catchment, in which Letterkenny is the largest 
town. 
6. Objectives 
to preserve the amenity and resource value of Lough Swilly by reducing discharges of 
pollution 
to comply with the terms of the Urban Waste Water Directive (secondary treatment for 
Letterkenny is required by 2000) 
to establish a,water quality management system for the Lough Swilly catchment 
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7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Design studies 2/6/95 31/12/97 
Operational phase 2/1/98 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
An assessment of the economic benefits of the project will be undertaken as part of Stage I. 
9. Environmental Impact Analysis 
A EIA is required for this project and will be carried out as part of Stage I. 
This decision is without prejudice to the outcome of procedures under Part IV of the Local 
Government (Planning and Development) Regulations 1990. 
10. Cost and assistance (MECU) 
Total cost 
1.035 Expenditure 
before eligible 
date* 
-Total eligible 
costs 
1.035 Cohesion Fund 
grant 
Ô.880 Grant rate 
(%) 
85 
* Expenditure after the date of submission ofthe project, 2 June 1995, is eligible. 
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Publication ofthe main points of the Decision to grant assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
Project summary 
No: 95/07/61/010 
1. Project title: Dublin Region Waste Water Treatment (Stage II) 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: Department of the Environment 
2.2. Address. O'Connell Bridge House 
Dublin 2. Ireland 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Dublin Corporation Dun Laoghaire/Rathdown County Council 
3.2. Address: Civil Offices. Dublin 8 Town Hall, Dun Laoghaire, Co Dublin 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State Ireland 
4.2. Region: Dublin city and count}' 
5. Description 
Tlie Dublin Region Waste Water Treatment Scheme is a major waste water collection, treatment and 
disposal (including sludge treatment) system for the Greater Dublin Area. Tlie preliminary results of 
studies at present underway indicate that treatment of waste water for the area should be undertaken 
at one expanded plant at Ringsend in tlie port area of Dublin. Tlie present decision assumes this 
option. 
The overall project will involve the provision of secondary treatment facilities for the Dublin Region 
at Ringsend with the capacity to cover a population equivalent of 1.6 million. 
Tlie scheme will also include the constniction of interceptor sewers and pumping stations to transport 
all flows from die Dun Laoghaire area south east ofthe city to the Ringsend plant. Major sewers will 
also be constructed in tlie north ofthe city to eliminate the discharge of untreated sewage at Howth 
(current loading 330.000 p.e.) and divert these flows for treatment at Ringsend. 
Stage I of the project involved the planning of secondary' treatment for Dublin, the planning of the 
diversion of flows from Dun Laoghaire and die planning of sludge treatment and disposal. Assistance 
from tlie Cohesion Fund for different parts of this stage was granted by Commission decisions 
C(93) 2798/2, C(93) 3257/2, C(93) 2798/4 and C(93) 3257/10. 
Stage II covered by tliis decision involves the following works: 
cleaning, surveying and refining existing culvert in the Dun Laoghaire area 
seawall and coastal protection using rock-annour 
construction of 1.8km sewer in tunnel plus subsidiary' sewers and culverts 
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demolition of existing screening house at Bullock Harbour and provision of new pumping 
station including the design, supply and installation of all mechanical and electrical works 
planning and design of further phases of construction in the Dun Laoghaire area 
planning, design and construction of a primary sludge management scheme for the Dublin 
area. This work will involve thickening, screening and dewatering to a cake of 12,000 tonnes 
of drv solids produced at Ringsend each year. This will then undergo alkaline stabilisation 
on site to produce treated sludge; the exact stabilisation process will be selected after trials on 
the site. 
It is proposed to formulate a strategy around tlie disposal of dned. digested sludge to landfill with a 
parallel development of agricultural outlets. 
6. Objectives 
to comply with the Urban Waste Water Directive (compliance required b\ 2000 and by 1998 
in tlie case of sludge dumping at sea) 
to eliminate discharges of untreated sewage 
to reduce pollution of bathing and recreation areas 
to protect aquatic life and fish stocks 
to allow for tourism, industrial and commercial development in Dublin Ba\ 
7. Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Design studies 1995 1997 
Land acquisition 1995 1997 
Mam works 1W95 I99S 
Operational phase 1998 
^ F conomi>Land social cost-benefit analysis 
An a^scsMiient ofthe economic benefits was carried out as part of stage I ofthe project, ft assumed 
significant benefits, over a 25 year economic life-time ofthe project, m the areas of health and safety, 
tourism and amenity improvement, housing, industrial and commercial development mid fisheries. Tlie 
CBA estimated the internal rate of return of 8-9%. 
9. Environmental Impact Analysis 
An Environmental Impact Assessment is not required for this stage ofthe project 
10. Cost and assistance (.MECU) 
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Total cost 
31.784 Expenditure 
before eligible 
date* 
0 Total eligible 
costs 
31.784 Cohesion Fuifd 
grant 
27.016 Grant rate 
(%) 
85 
* Expenditure after die date of submission, 2 June 1995. is eligible. 
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Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
Project No: 93/07/65/014 
1. Project title: Dublin Port Lo-Lo Terminal I 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1 Name: Department of the Marine 
2.2 Address: Leeson Lane, Dublin 2 
Dublin 2. Ireland 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1 Name: Dublin Port and Docks Board 
3.2 Address: Port Centre, Alexandra Road, Dublin 1 
4. Location 
4.1 Member State: Ireland 
4.2 Region: Co. Dublin 
5. Description 
The project involves the upgrading of one of the three container terminals in Dublin port by 
means of the following programme of investment: 
Civil Engineering Works Cost (Mecu) 
1. Extend crane run-off area by 15 m 
2. Extend crane rails and foundations 55m 
3. Rock armour and infill end of existing quay and crane run-off area 
4. Surface 1.6 ha of existing land 
5. Provision of mooring points, fendenng etc 
Cost 1.1 
93/07/65/014 
Cost (Mecu) 
Mechanical Works 
1. Purchase ship to shore crane 
2. Purchase two straddle carriers (2) 
3. Purchase second-hand refurbished fork lift truck 
4. Refurbish existing crane 
Cost 
Total Project Cost 
(excluding VAT and Contingency) iâ. 5.9 
6. Objectives 
to provide a faster and more reliable service; 
to allow for increased traffic through Dublin port; 
to reduce costs to industry. 
7. Work Schedule 
START DATE COMPLETION DATE 
Design studies 05/93 07/93 
Land acquisition 
Main works ' 1/1/95 31/12/96 
Operational phase 1/11191 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The cost-benefit analysis submitted with the project identifies three types of benefits which 
will be generated by the project: reduced port charges once the enlargement is completed, 
increased local expenditure and increased employment at the port due to increased port traffic 
and greater operating efficiencies from faster loading and unloading, economies of scale, 
lower dock labour - costs and increased competition with other Lo-Lo terminals. The 
Commission does not agree with the quantification of all of the assumed benefits but accepts 
that the economic return from the project is sufficient to justify proceeding. For example, the 
internal rate of return generated by greater operating efficiencies alone is estimated to be 11%. 
9. Environmental Impact Analysis 
An EIA is not required for this project. 
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Id. Access to facility 
Aii. d.ise; operating agreement and stevedoring licence shall not give exclusive rights to the 
facilnv to any one operator Where possible, the Dublin Port and Docks Board shall allow the 
vessel or vessels of other opeiaiors to berth at the terminal. 
II. ( ontrol of assets 
None of the assets may be sold or otherwise disposed of without the agreement of the 
Fuiopean Commission. Any income from the disposal of assets may be taken into account 
ui d'ciilaim;- the amount of aid to be granted to the project. 
!2.t >«s! and assistance (in Mecu) 
lofai cost. 
^ dr, Foivcast ivMinie 
i v ^, Total eligible 
cost 
4.109 Cohesion Fund 
grant 
(at 85 %of 
eligible cost) 
3.544 effective grant 
rate 
(grant as % of 
total cost) 
O0°o 
uenditure incurred after 1 Januarv 1093 is eligible 
I dOdisi levemie \\..i> taken mîo account before assistance from the Cohesion Fund was 
determined A Mimifuant departure from the assumptions underlying the revenue forecasts 
e. ill "•• "i.•• uu - v-i the ( ennnssion to alter the amount of aid granted 
Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
Project N°: 93/07/65/029 
1. Project title: Balbriggan By-pass (Stage II) 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1 Name: National Roads Authority 
2.2 Address: O'Connell Bridge House 
Dublin 2. Ireland 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1 Name: Fingal County Council 
3.2 Address: 46/49 Upper. O'Connell Street. Dublin 1 
4. Location 
4.1 Member State: Ireland 
4.2 Region: Dublin 
5. Description 
This decision covers the construction phase of the Balbriggan By-pass. An carliei Commission decision 
(0(93)2243/9 of 29 July 1993) granted assistance from the Cohesion iuiancial instrument for the design and 
planning stage. 
The Balbriggan By-pass will form a part ofthe EOI route linking Rosslarc to Larnc Ihe FOI will provide 
a link between the north and south of Ireland which will become mcreasingb important in the sing!? 
European market as well as providing a link between the major international ports of Rosslarc. Dublin. 
Belfast and Larnc and Dublin and Belfast Airports. 
At a regional level the scheme will form part ofthe Ml from Dublin to Belfast, providing improved journev 
time and safety for traffic between these major urban centres as well as improving access to towns in 
between such as Swords. Drogheda. Dundalk and Ne wry. 
At a local level the scheme will act as a bv-pass for Balbriggan winch has suffered from the ellee^ ol tr >n.f 
on t!., \ i which passes through the town and will assist in the economic rcgencratior ! a e 
The length ofthe By-pass will be approximately 12.5 kilomct'd A typical cross sect.on has a minimum 
width of 46 metres. This is made up of two 7.5 m two-lane carriageways with associated hard shoulders and 
verges of 3 metres width each, a 5m work space outside the \ • - and 1.0 m hard snip cither side ol the 
7 metre wide central median. 
Tie Roads: In addition to the motorway section ofthe scheme. ; e dads are proposed at the north and south 
to link with the existing Nl. The northern tic road will consist <>! Doth dual and single carriageway with a 
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small section of road improvement on the existing Nl. The dual carriageway part of the tie roads will have 
a similar cross section to the motorway, while the single carriageway part will have a carriageway width of 
7.5 metres with hard shoulders of 2 metre width and verges of 3 metre width on either side, bounded by side 
slopes of varying width. 
Interchanges: In addition to the interchange at the northern end of the by-pass, interchanges will also be 
provided at the intersection of the Naul Road with the motorway. One will link to central Balbriggan and 
the western part of North County Dublin, and the other to the southern part of Balbriggan and Balrothery 
via the existing Nl. 
6. Objectives 
The project will contribute to the development ofthe Irish and trans-European road networks. It will 
reduce the travel time between Dublin and Belfast; 
It will remove a significant part of long distance traffic through the town of Balbriggan; 
It will improve access to the North Co. Dublin and Co. Lough regions. 
7. Work schedule 
START DATE COMPLETION DATE 
Design .studies 04/1987 12/1994 
Land acquisition 1994 1996 
Main works 1995 1999 
Operational phase 1999 
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8. Economic and social cost benefit-analysis 
The cost-benefit analysis for the project shows an internal rate of return of 20 %. 
9. Environmental Impact Analysis 
An Environmental Impact Study was carried out by the Dublin County Council and approved by the Minister 
for the Environment on 20 April 1993. 
10. Cost and assistance (in Mecu) 
Total costs 
44.723 
•— • ' Expenditure before 
and after eligible 
date* 
4.353 . i • • i i i== 
Total 
eligible 
costs 
40.370 1 ' • • ' 
Cohesion Fund grant 
34.315 
'. i L. , • t-rrr: : ;..:- ' Rate of 
assistance 
85 % 
* Expenditure incurred after the date of submission ofthe project. 10 May 1994. is eligible 
The amount of Cohesion Fund assistance granted is based on the assumption that the project will not generate 
revenue. Any change in this assumption will be grounds for the Commission to review the amount of 
assistance. 
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Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
N°: 93/07/65/034 
1. Project title N4 Curlews By-pass 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1 Name: 
2.2 Address: National Roads Authority 
O'Connell Bridge House 
Dublin 2, Ireland 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1 Name: Roscommon County Council 
3.2 Address: Courthouse, Roscommon, County Roscommon 
4. Location 
4.1 Member State: Ireland 
4.2 Region: Co. Roscommon 
5. Description 
The project is on the N4 Dublin - Sligo route approximately 25 km south east of Sligo town 
between the towns of Boyle and Collooney 
The existing N4 road which crosses the Curlew mountains is poorly aligned and includes a 
sei:u. ''f Fair pin bends. The existing road is subject to periodic closure in winf-" h>;...;.. 
frost. This is considered unacceptable on a major road and it is probably the only part oi the 
Irish main road corridors regularly affected by this problem. The planned by-pass will provide 
16.5 km of single carriageway around Curlew Mountains from Lough Key Park to west of 
Ballinafad, also by-passing Boyle town and incorporât!!/;- improvements to the existing road 
from west of Ballinafad to Castlebaldwin. The scheme a Ko includes the construction of a new 
1.5 km link from the new route to Boyle town. 
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6. Objectives 
to provide essential infrastructure support for economic (particularly industrial and 
tourism) development by improving access to ports, airports and the main domestic 
markets; 
to help improve access to sub-regions (particularly the North West and West) thereby 
enhancing their attractiveness as locations for investment and economic development; 
to reduce travel times and improve access between Sligo and Dublin. Both cities have 
important trading and economic linkages and these would be strengthened-as a result 
of the improvements. There will also be improved access to the retail centres along 
the corridor: Sligo, Longford, Mullingar, Kinnegad, Dublin; 
to relieve Boyle town of through traffic on the Dublin - Sligo route; 
to improve safety on this section of the N4. 
7. Work schedule 
START DATE COMPLETION DATE 
Design studies 1988 1996 
Land acquisition 1993 1997 
Main works 1996 1998 
Operational phase 1999 
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8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The Cost-Benefit Analysis shows an internal rate of return of 12 %. 
9. Environmental Impact Analysis 
In accordance with the Local Government (Roads and Motorways) Act, 1974 as amended by 
the European Communities (Environmental Impact Assessment) (Motorways) Regulations 
1988 which transpose EC Directive 85/337 into Irish law, an Environmental Impact Study has 
been carried out. 
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10. Cost and assistance(in MECU) 
Total costs 
22.893 Expenditure before 
and after eligible 
date* 
1.099 Total eligible costs 
21.794 1 
Cohesion Fund 
grant 
18.525 
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* expenditure incurred after 1 January 1993 is eligible 
The amount of Cohesion Fund assistance granted is based on the assumption that the project 
will not generate revenue. Any change in this assumption will be grounds for the Commission 
to review the amount of assistance. 
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94/07/65/002 
Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
1. Name of project: N2 Ardee - Aclint Road 
2. Organisation responsible for the application 
2.1 Name: National Roads Authority 
2.2 Address: O'Connell Bridge House 
Dublin 2, Ireland 
3. Organisation responsible for project implementation 
3.1 Name: Louth County Council 
3.2 Address: County Offices, Dundalk, Co. Louth 
4. Location of project 
4.1 Member State: Ireland 
4.2 County: Co. Louth 
5. Description of project 
The project is on the main route between Dublin and Deny, in Northern Ireland, and North ponegal, 
which is a Trans-European Network route. To optimise development elsewhere on the network, it 
is not proposed to develop the entire length ofthe network but to link the N2 at Ardee to Nl Dublin 
d. • < rth of Dunleer. The project proposed is an extension of the planned link rôad from 
the Nl to Ardee and involves the horizontal and vertical re-alignment of 6.5 km of road with the 
provision of a 7.5 m carriageway, with 3m hard shoulders and 2m grass margins. The pavement will 
be designed to cater for the projected traffic volume. 
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6. Objectives 
To replace an existing sub-standard route; 
To provide infrastructure support for economic development by improving access to ports, 
airports and the main domestic markets; 
To improve access to various regions, particularly the north west and the west of Northern 
Ireland; 
To improve road safety by realigning the present route; 
To provide for increased vehicle weights. 
7. Timetable 
START DATE COMPLETION DATE 
Design studies 1992 1997 
Land acquisition 1994 1997 
Main works 1997 1999 
Operational phase 1999 
8. Cost Benefit Analysis 
The cost-benefit analysis shows an internal rate of return of 10 %. 
9. Environmental Impact Assessment 
In accordance with the provisions ofthe European Communities (Environmental Impact Assessment) 
Regulations, 1989 which transpose EC Directive 85/337 into Irish law for road projects other than 
motorways, an Environmental Impact Assessment is not required for this project. However the Irish 
authorities state that environmental considerations will be taken into account and the scheme will 
be designed to minimise the impact ofthe local environment. 
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10. Total costs (in MECU) 
Total costs 
7.424 Expenditure before 
and after eligible 
date* 
0.250 Total eligible costs 
7.174 Cohesion Fund 
grant 
6.098 
* Expenditure incurred after the date of submission ofthe project, 10 May 1994, is eligible 
The amount of Cohesion Fund assistance granted is based on the assumption that the project will 
not generate revenue. Any change in this assumption will be grounds for the Commission to review 
the amount of assistance. 
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Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
N°: 94/07/65/004 
1. Project title N4 Collooney - Sligo Road 
2. Authority making me application 
2.1 Name: National Roads Authority 
2.2 Address: O'Connell Bridge House 
Dublin 2, Ireland 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1 Name: Sligo County Council 
3.2 Address: Riverside, Sligo 
4. Location 
4.1 Member State: Ireland 
4.2 County: Co. Sligo 
5. Description 
The project involves the construction of 8.8 km of dual carriageway between the Collooney by-pass 
which was completed in 1992 and Sligo town. The project forms part ofthe Dublin - Sligo road and 
also the Galway - Sligo road and forms part ofthe Trans-European Network. Two grade-separated 
junctions and 3 bridges are included in the scheme. Some earthworks previously carried out and the 
planning stages of the main works are not included in the project application. 
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94/07/65/004 
6. Objectives 
The project is on the national primary road network, the development of which is of key importance 
to reducing the peripherality ofthe Irish economy. The provision of 8.8 km of new dual carriageway 
on the national primary route N4 will improve access between Collooney and Sligo and is intended 
to have a significant impact on through traffic, particularly business users, using the N4, which is 
the main route linking the East and the North West region. 
The improvement of this stretch of road will provide significant time savings to the users of the N4 
national primary road and contribute to a reduction in joumey time variance (journey time variance 
has been identified as an important component of the transport disadvantages faced by Irish 
business). 
7. Work schedule 
START DATE COMPLETION DATE 
Design studies* 1990 1992 
Land acquisition 1993 1994 
Main works 1994 1998 
Operational phase 1999 
* For information only : These are not included in the project application. 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The cost-benefit analysis states that the internal rate of return on the project has been calculated at 
18 %. 
9. Environmental Impact Analysis 
In accordance with the provisions ofthe European Communities (Environmental Impact Assessment) 
Regulations, 1989 which transpose EC Directive 85/337 into Irish law for road projects other than 
motorways, an Environmental Impact Assessment was required for this project. An Environmental 
Impact Study was presented by Sligo County Council to the Minister for the Environment who 
issued a Certificate of Environmental Acceptability for the scheme on 10 February 1992, subject to 
a number of conditions. The EIS showed that the overall impact of the project is positive and that 
the local impacts upon the physical environment can be mitigated to a large extent during the 
detailed design and construction stages. 
The road runs through rural countryside and includes two river bridge crossings. It will open up 
views of Union Wood, an area of ecological significance, though it will not directly affect it. Care 
has been taken to avoid Pollanima Lough and though a number of known archaeological sites will 
be affected, none of them are of unique significance and they will be fully excavated prior to the 
commencement of works. Noise levels close to the road will be within acceptable limits and there 
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will be reduction in noise levels in the by-passed villages. Air quality along the route will be good 
with pollutant levels not exceeding one tenth of who recommended levels. 
10. Total costs (in Mecu) 
Total costs 
40.557 Expenditure before 
and after eligible 
date* 
3.544 Total eligible costs 
37.013 Cohesion Fund 
grant 
31.461 
* Expenditure incurred after the date of submission ofthe project, 10 May 1994, is eligible 
The amount of Cohesion Fund assistance granted is based on the assumption that the project will 
not generate revenue. Any change in this assumption will be grounds for the Commission to review 
the amount of assistance. 
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Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
Project N°: 94/07/65/005 
1. Project title N8 Galway Eastern Approach Road 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1 Name: National Roads Authority 
2.2 Address: O'Connell Bridge House 
Dublin 2, Ireland 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1 Name: Galway Corporation 
3.2 Address: City Hall, College Road, Galway 
4. F oration of project 
4.1 Member State: Ireland 
4.2 Region: Co. Galway 
5. Description 
This project forms the final part of the Eastern Approach road from Oranmore to Galway 
City. 
It involves the construction of 3.5 km. of dual carriageway linking the existing 
Oranmore/Merlin Park dual carriageway and the existing Ballybane to Comb Bridge four lane 
carriageway. 
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6. Objectives 
The project is on the national primary road network, the development of which is of key 
importance to reducing the impact of peripherality on the Irish economy. The construction of 
this section of the N6 will improve access between Dublin and Galway City and the west of 
Ireland. 
The existing road is deficient in terms of safety and alignment and is carrying traffic volumes 
in excess of capacity leading to significant delays to road users particularly in the peak 
periods. The existing road is unsuitable for upgrading and a new dual carriageway is proposed 
on an alternative alignment. 
The new alignment runs partly thorough open ground and partly through mixed development 
including large industrial/commercial estates. It is planned so as to provide a new access to 
Galway City, to serve as a ring road for traffic by passing the City to Salthill and the west 
of Galway and to service the large industrial/commercial estates adjacent to the city. 
Significant accident savings are expected when the new road is open. The new road will be 
entirely frontage free, with all main junctions controlled by roundabouts. 
7. Work schedule 
START DATE COMPLETION DATE 
Design studies 04/1992 12/1994 
Land acquisition 1994 11/1995 !| 
Main works 03/1995 12/1996 
Operational phase 01/1997 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
The cost-benefit analysis states that the internal rate of return for the project has been 
calculated at 17 %. 
9. Environmental Impact Analysis 
In accordance with the provisions of the European Communities (Environmental Impact 
Assessment) Regulations, 1989, which transpose EC Directive 85/337 into Irish law for road 
projects other than motorways, an environmental Impact Study (jE.I.S.) was prepared by 
Galway Corporation and the Minister for the Environment certified the development on 
30/9/1993. 
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10. Cost and assistance (in Mecu) 
Total costs 
8.750 Expenditure before 
and after eligible 
date* 
0.375 Total eligible costs 
8.375 Cohesion Fund 
grant 
7.119 
* Expenditure incurred after the date of submission ofthe project, 10 May 1994, is eligible 
The amount of Cohesion Fund assistance granted is based on the assumption that the project 
will not generate revenue. Any change in this assumption will be grounds for the Commission 
to review the amount of assistance. 
STD 
Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
Project N°: 94/07/65/008 
1. Project title: Nil Kilmacanogue/Glen Ofthe Downs Road 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1 Name: National Roads Authority 
2.2 Address: O'Connell Bridge House 
Dublin 2, Ireland 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1 Name: Wicklow County Council 
3.2 Address. Council Offices, Wicklow, Co. Wicklow 
4. Location 
4.1 Member State: Ireland 
4.2 Region: Co. Wicklow 
5. Description 
The project is on the Nil Dublin - Rosslare route, 25 km south of Dublin. It is intended to 
connect up the existing continuous motorway/dual carriageway from Donnybrook in the south 
inner suburbs of Dublin to the Newtownmountkennedy by-pass 35 km south of Dublin and 
is part of the upgrading of the Nl 1 in County Wicklow to dual camageway standard. The 
project involves the upgrading of 6 km ofthe existing route from single two lane road to dual 
carriageway standard. It includes the construction of two interchanges and one footbridge. 
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94/07/65/008 
6. Objectives 
To reduce travel times on the Nil between Dublin and the ports of Rosslare and 
Water ford. 
To provide better access and essential infrastructure support for the development of 
the Eastern and South-Eastem sub-regions; 
7, Work schedule 
|| START DATE COMPLETION DATE 
Design studies* 1989 1995 
Land acquisition 1995 1996 
Main works 1996 1999 
Operational phase 2000 
(S. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
lid internal rate of return for the Kilmacanogue/Glen O'Downs project is estimated at 9 %. 
9. Environmental Impact Analysis 
In accordance with the provisions of the European Communities (Environmental Impact 
\ .se- dent) Regulations, 1989 which transpose EC Directive 85/337 into Irish law for road 
proiects other than motorways, an EIS was not required for this project but in view ofthe fact 
that the road would pass through an environmentally protected area, an Environment Impact 
Sïadv was piesented by Wicklow County Council to the Minister for the Environment who 
issued a Certificate of Environmental Acceptability on 20 December, 1993, for the scheme, 
* ebiect to a number of conditions. The EIS showed that the proposed development would not 
have significant adverse effects on the environment. The scheme will embody the best 
piauicable means to limit adverse effects on the environment. 
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10. Costs and assistance (in Mecu) 
Total costs 
16.984 Expenditure before 
and after eligible 
date* 
1.560 Total eligible costs 
15.424 Cohesion Fund 
grant 
• 
13.110 
1 
* Expenditure incurred after the date of submission of the proiect, 10 May 1994, is eligible 
The amount of Cohesion Fund assistance granted is based on the assumption that the project 
will not generate revenue. Any change in this assumption will be grounds lor the Commission 
to review the amount of assistance. 
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Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
Project summary 
No: 94/07/65/009 
1. Project title: N18 Newmarket-on-Fergus Bypass (Stage I) 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1. Name: National Roads Authority 
2.2. Address: St Martin's House 
Waterloo Road, Dublin 4 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3.1. Name: Clare County Council 
3.2. Address: County Buildings, Ennis, Co. Clare 
4. Location 
4.1. Member State: Ireland 
4.2. Region: Co. Clare 
5. Description 
The project concerns the planning and design phase of a major road improvement scheme on the N18 
Limerick-Galway road which will involve the construction of 14.5 km of new dual carriageway from 
Hurlers Cross near Shannon airport to north of Newmarket-on-Fergus, bypassing the town. It will also 
include a new link from the N18 to Shannon airport. 
The elements involved in Stage I will include route selection, preliminary design, the EIA. and, 
following a public enquiry, detailed survey work, detailed design and preparation of the contract 
documents. 
6. Objectives 
to improve access from Limerick to Shannon airport, Ennis and north Clare; 
to relieve Newmarket-on-Fergus of a significant proportion of through traffic (currently 12,000 
vehicles per day) thereby reducing pollution, noise and nuisance. 
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Work schedule 
• • i i =s:ï 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Design studies 01/01/92 31/12/96 
Operational phase 01/01/97 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
A CBA has already been earned out. The estimated rate of return from the project is 12% 
9. Environmental Impact Assessment 
In accordance with the provisions ofthe European Communities (Environmental Impact Assessment) 
Regulations 1989. which transpose Directive 85/337/EEC into Insh law, an environmental impact 
assessment is required for this project. This decision is without prejudice to the outcome of die 
relevant EIA procedures for such projects contained within the Local Government (planning and 
development) Regulations. S.I. 25 (1990). 
10. Cost and assistance (in MECU) 
Total cost 
2.913 Expenditure 
before eligible 
date* 
0.563 Total eligible 
costs 
2.350 Cohesion Fund 
grant Grant rate 
(%) 
1 
1.998 j 85 
* Expenditure after the date of submission, 10 May 1994. is eligible 
HT 
Publication ofthe main points of the Decision to grant assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
Project summary 
No: 95/07/65/006 
1. Project title: Dublin Port Access Road (Stage I) 
2. Authority making the application 
2.1 Name: National Roads Authority 
2 2. Address St Martin's House 
Waterloo Road, Dublin 8 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3 1 Name Dublin Corporation 
3 2 Address Civic Offices 
• Wood Quay. Dublin 8 
4. Location 
4 1 Member State Ireland 
4.2. Region: Dublin City 
5. Description 
Tins project concerns the planning and design stage of a motorway link from Whitehall in the northern 
suburbs of Dublin on the Nl Dublin-Belfast road to Dublin port. The link is intended to be 
constructed mainly in tunnels, consisting of twin tunnels with two lanes in each direction. The project 
will form a link from Dublin port to the national pnmary network and to the Dublin nng road. 
The elements included in Stage I and covered by the present decision will be the preparation ofthe 
EIA. certain site investigations, public consultation process, preparation of the motorway scheme, 
public inquiry, selection of main contractor and planning of truck management arrangements which 
must form part of this project. 
6. Objectives 
the whole project is intended to reduce the environmental impact of heavy goods vehicles in 
the eirv of Dublin, 
to allow for future development of Dublin Port by providing greatly improved access: 
to remove 12% of through traffic from the city centre and allow faster movement of traffic, 
including public transport; 
to provide significant time savings for users of Dublin port. 
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Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Design studies 1995 1997 
Operational phase 1998 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
A CBA will be carried out as part of this stage ofthe project. Additional Cohesion Fund assistance 
will depend on the results ofthe CBA and EIA (see below). 
9. Environmental Impact Assessment 
An ELA is required for this project and will be earned out as part of Stage I ofthe project. 
This decision is without prejudice to the outcome of procedures under Part IV of the Local 
Government (Planning and Development) Regulations 1990. 
10. Cost and assistance (MECU) 
Total cost 
3.750 Expenditure 
before eligible 
date* 
--Total eligible 
costs 
3.750 Cohesion Fund 
grant 
3.188 Grant rate 
(%) 
i 
1 
i 
i . 1. 
* Expenditure after the datb of submission ofthe project. 9 June 1995. is eligible 
oTf 
Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under 
Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 
EXPLANATION SHEET 
Project summary 
No: 95/07/65/009 
1. Project title: Nl Cloghran-Lissenhall Road (Stage I) 
2. Authority making the application 
2 1 Name: National Roads Authonty 
2 2 Address. St Martin's House 
Waterloo Road. Dublin 8 
3. Authority responsible for implementation 
3 1. Name: Fingal County Council 
3 2 Address: 46/49 Upper O'Connell Stieet. Dublin 1 
4. Location 
4 1 Member State: Ireland 
4 2. Region: Co. Dublin 
5. Description 
Ihe project concerns the design and planning stage of a 6.6km motorway project on the Nl Dublin-
Belfast road connecting the existing N1 motorway at Dublin airport with the existing dual carriageway 
at Lisscnhall to the north. This stage covers the preliminary and detailed design ofthe project, site 
surveys and investigation, the Environmental Impact Assessment, the public consultation process and 
the preparation ofthe contract documentation. 
6. Objectives 
Ihe whose project is intended to reduce travel time on the Dublin-Belfast route including improved 
access to the population centres in between and to provide essential infrastructure support for economic 
development by improving access to ports, airports and the main domestic markets. 
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Work schedule 
Category of work Commencement Completion 
Design studies 01/01/95 31/12/98 
Operational phase 01/01/99 
8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 
A CBA has already been earned out for the whole project. The internal rate of return is estimated at 
17%. 
9. Environmental Impact Assessment 
In accordance with the provisions ofthe European Communities (Environmental Impact Assessment) 
Regulations 1989, which transpose Directive 85/337/EEC into Insh law, an environmental impact 
assessment is required for this project. This decision is without prejudice to the outcome of the 
relevant EIA procedures for such projects contained within the Local Government (planning and 
development) Regulations. SI 25 (1990). 
10. Cost and assistance (in MECU) 
Total cost 
2.526 Expenditure 
before eligible 
date* 
0.625 Total eligible 
costs 
1.901 Cohesion Fund 
grant 
1.616 Grant rate 
(%) 
85 
Expenditure after the date of submission ofthe project. 31 August 19Q3. is eligible 
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ANNEX 2 
TABLES AND GRAPHS 
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mr 
'•^Pl v U , 
TëchfrfAss 
TOTALE *v1* RESULTS OF IMPLEMENTATION 
COHESION FUND 1993-1994-1995 
Commitments in ECU by Member State 
Environment % 
1.340.095.864 44 
601.500.802 60 
220.918.380 44 
403.641.806 40 
2.566.156.852 46 Transpcfrti 
1.721.010.752 
398.901.387 
279.187.240 
601.431.305 
3.000.530.684 3.061.106.616 
40 1.000.402.189 
56 500.105.620 
60 1.005.073.111 
2.732.064 
54 5.569.419.600 55 
18 
9 
18 
100 
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Environment 
1993+1994+1995 Transport 
1993+1994+1995 
Cb( 
Results uf implementation 
obnsion Fund 1 993 1 994-1 995 
Conimitrncnts bv sector 
Roads 2.116.369.048 
Railways 618.510.005 
Ports 115.176.009 
VTS 15.606.579 
Airports 115.469.742 
Water supply 815.384.687 
Industrial pollution 43.823.401 
Treat. Bio. + Sewage 808.886.327 
Waste management 92.204.794 
Nature conservation 344.323.407 
Dams 18.080.536 
Coastal zones 165.855.269 
Other 111.023.208 
Water treatment 107.972.157 
Water management 7.506.317 
Reafforestation 5.422.822 
TOTAL 5.501.614.308 Environment 
Transport 2.520.482.925 46% 
2.981.131.383 54% 
Environment 
46% 
ransport 93 - 95 Environment 93 - 95 
Rcafforestaticn 
0% 
Water management 
Water treatment n0/ 
Other .„. u'a 
Coastal zones . „ 4 /o 
ndustnal pollution 
Treat.Bio. + 
Sewage 32% 
SJD 1^ 
COHESION FUND 
Environment and Transport 
Commitments made in 1995 (ECU) 
«Environment ^ 
fell) I d„, .J-,. ,. . 1 X.*M fc-j^-- -. **.J »!':' * .- . 
568.697.297 
228.184.641 
93.179.175 
146.648.564 
1.036.709.677 
Environment 1995 !?/Qjrj#S 
48 
59 
49 
38 
48 615.735.381 âlBransblS™ 
,::kJa%,,€i^A-trjJ'i^:feaf^^^îii^i.^ai1l,.^JXJi:;ill_JIJXJ_l]t,l1 
52 
159.729.130 41 
97.182.548 51 
240.472.848 62 
1.113.119.907 52 1.184.432.678 55 
387.913.771 18 
190.361.723 9 
387.121.412 18 
1.845.997 
2.151.675.581 100 
Transport 1995 
&>?> 
Environment 
Transport 
Trans. 
49% COHESION FUND: SPAIN 1995 
Environment Transport 
approved projects 
[Railway || 1T9.815.892l 
Roads " 484.862.435 
Dams ' 72.012.862 
Water supply ~~' 63.486.998 
Waste Management 31.227.730 
Sewage 276.727.699 
Coastal zones 100.436.552 
Other 11.243.032 
Industrial pollution 24.619.035 
TOTAL 1.184.432.235 
579.753.908 
604.678.327 Coastal zones 
8% Industrial pollution 
2% 
Other 
1% Railway 
10% 
Sewage 
23% 
Waste Management 
3% Roads 
42% 
Water supply 
5% Dams 
6% 
Ci H 
COHESION FUND 
SPAIN 
Commitments and Payments 
1993-1994-1995 (ECU) 
1993 
1994 
1995 
TOTAL Commitments 
Environment 
252.083.242 
519.315.325 
568.697.297 
1.340.095.864 % 
29 
51 
48 
44 Transport 
606.367.461 
498.907.910 
615.735.381 
1.721.010.752 % 
71 
49 
52 
56 Payments 
Environment 
119.120.124 
136.688.294 
358.421.236 
614.229.654 % 
28 
32 
32 
32 Transport 
301.660.389 
286.088.122 
746.857.276 
1.334.605.787 % 
72 
68 
68 
68 
Cis: 
COHESION FUND PORTUGAL 1995 
Environment Transport 
approved projects 
|Railways || 28.595.200l 
Roads 211.877.648 
Water treatment 57.977.124 
Waste Management 7.584.225 
Water supply 73.580.898 
Water management 7.506.317 
TOTAL 387.121.412 
Environment 
Transport 146.648.564 
240.472.848 Water management 
2% Railways 
Water supply 
19% 
Waste Management 
2% 
Water treatment 
15% 
Roads 
55% 
COHESION FUND 
PORTUGAL 
Commitments and payments 
1993-1994-1995 (ECU) 
mmm ''^^K 
ITI I lift I 
Environment % Transport % Environment % Transport % 
122.794.100 43 160.774.600 57 31.513.629 34 62.496.918 66 
134.199.142 40 200.183.857 60 54.539.242 22 193.767.974 78 
146.648.564 38 240.472.848 62 97.052.060 26 272.152.257 74 
403.641.806 40 601.431.305 60 183.104.931 26 528.417.149 74 
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COHESION FUND. GREECE 1995 
Environment Transport 
approved projects 
[Railways || 8.355.000| 
Roads 64.746.200 
Airports " 23.722.650 
Ports 62.905.280 
Water supply " 32.909.652 
biol. treat. 156.678.466 
Sewage 22.701.673 
Waste manag. " 3.090.600 
Other 12.804.250 
| TOTAL ^===| 387.913.771 
Environment 
Transport 228.184.641 
159.729.130 Waste manag 
1% 
Sewage Railways 
2% 
Airports 
6% 
biol. treat. 
41% 
Water supply 
8% 
503 
COHESION FUND 
GREECE 
Commitments and payments 
1993-1994-1995 (ECU) 
^ 
COHESION FUND: IRELAND 1995 
Environment Transport 
approved projects (ECU) 
Railways I 21.645.859] 
Roads 71.010.708 
Ports ~" 4.535.981 
Waste Water Treatment 49.995.033 
Water supply 41.853.147 
Solid waste 1.174.700 
Technical Assistance 156.295 
TOTAL 190.371.723 
Environment 
Transport 
Trans. 
52% 93.022,880 
97.192,548 Solid waste 
1 0/ 
I /o 
Water supply 
22% Railways 
11% 
Technical 
Assistance 
0% 
Roajs 
38% 
Waste Water 
Treatment 
26% 
Ports 
2% 
£K 
COHESION FUND 
IRELAND 
Committments and payments 
1993-1994-1995 (ECU) 
I •»>•>•<.•£ &% ï \& grk m ÊïÈïwÊÊÈÊÊÊÊÊ 
jllllllllllllllllllllllllllllTl Environment % Transport % Environment % Transport % 
£J9B& 
IIMIIIIIIllllllllllllllllllTl 55.917.250 39 85.969.850 61 28.845.009 43 38.828.602 57 
u££1$&$' ' 
+WMMWWII1IHIIIIIIIIIITI 71.821.955 
179.175 
2. 918.380 43 
49 
44 96.034.842 57 
97.182.548 51 
279.187.240 56 23.249.556 27 
51.669.204 39 
103.763.769 36 63.778.344 73 
81.988.686 61 
184.595.632 64 
$>l 
ANNEX 3 
MAPS OF THE ROADS AND RAILWAYS-NETWORKS 
SPAIN 
Trans-European 
Road network 
Cohesion Fund Barcelona 
SPAIN 
Trans European 
Rail Network 
Cohesion Fund Barcelona 
PORTUGAL 
Trans-European 
Road network 
Cohesion Fund Coimbra 
Lisboa 
su-
PORTUGAL 
Porto 
Trans-European 
Rail Network Coimbra 
Cohesion Fund 
Lisboa 
GREECE 
Trans-European 
Road network h^Saioniki Alexan-
droupolis 
Igoumenitsa 
Cohesion Fund 
Patra 
Athina 
rVl 
GREECE 
Trans-European 
Rail network Alexan-
droupolis 
Igoumenitsa 
Cohesion Fund 
IRELAND 
Trans-European 
Road network 
Cohesion Fund 
Rosslare 
nu 
IRELAND 
Trans-European 
Rail network 
Cohesion Fund 
Rosslare 
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