# North Macedonia transport infrastructure development

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/north-macedonia-transport-infrastructure-development
> Updated: 2026-10-01T11:39:14.000Z. Sources: 14. Developments: 3.

North Macedonia is prioritizing the modernization of European Corridors 8 and 10 to enhance regional connectivity. Regarding Corridor 8, the first section of the highway is complete, and the second section is expected to begin next year through cooperation with the European Union and the European Investment Bank. The railway component of Corridor 8 is divided into three sections; the second is currently under construction with a target completion date by the end of 2028. A procurement process has also begun for the third, most complex section, which will require extensive tunneling and bridge work.

In addition to Corridor 8, work has commenced on a high-speed railway for Corridor 10. North Macedonia is also collaborating with neighboring countries to expand border crossings and is working with Bulgaria on a joint intergovernmental agreement to construct a cross-border tunnel.

These developments complement ongoing regional efforts, such as addressing safety concerns on the Tetovo-Gostivar highway and the planned expressway connecting Radovish to the Bulgarian border. The government continues to focus on large-scale infrastructure projects to improve both domestic transit and international links.

## Claims

- A new expressway will be built from Radovish through Strumica to the Bulgarian border at Novo Selo. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The deadline for submitting bids for the design and consultancy firm is October 8. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Environmental, social, and feasibility studies are expected to be completed within six to nine months. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Construction activities are expected to begin on the ground by next autumn. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The project will be financed by the Public Enterprise for State Roads using its own funds. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- More than 250 million denars are being invested in Radovish for infrastructure and local development. (corroborated by 2 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-01: North Macedonia prioritizes strategic highway and rail infrastructure

North Macedonia is investing in the modernization of European Corridors 8 and 10, focusing on highway expansion, high-speed rail, and a joint cross-border tunnel project with Bulgaria.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/north-macedonia-prioritizes-strategic-highway-and-rail-infrastructure

### 2026-09-26: North Macedonia begins planning Radovish-Bulgaria expressway

North Macedonia has begun selecting a consultancy firm to design a new expressway linking Radovish to the Bulgarian border via Strumica, with construction potentially starting next autumn.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/north-macedonia-to-build-expressway-from-radovish-to-bulgarian-border

### 2026-09-13: North Macedonia transport issues plague Tetovo-Gostivar region

North Macedonia's Polog region faces transport crises as the Tetovo-Gostivar highway deteriorates and rail services remain inactive, despite long-term plans for infrastructure development.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/north-macedonia-transport-issues-plague-tetovo-gostivar-region

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