# Timisoara Regional Oncology Institute development > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/timisoara-regional-oncology-institute-development > Updated: 2026-08-11T13:54:30.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 2. Construction has commenced for the Timisoara Regional Oncology Institute (IROT) in western Romania following the signing of a financing contract. Initially estimated at approximately €250 million, the project is supported by the Romanian government and the EU’s Recovery and Resilience Facility. The facility is designed to meet near-zero-energy standards and is expected to include research facilities, radiotherapy, and a bone-marrow transplant centre. Subsequent details indicate the total investment value exceeds 317 million euros, funded through European Health Program resources. The institute is intended to serve over 60,000 patients annually, addressing a regional need where new cancer diagnoses rose by more than 12% in 2025. The project is a collaborative effort involving the Ministry of Health, the Timis County Council, and the Timis Public Health Directorate. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-11: Timișoara Regional Oncology Institute to serve 60,000 patients annually The Regional Oncology Institute of Timișoara will be built with over 317 million euros in European funds to serve 60,000 patients annually and centralize cancer care in western Romania. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/timioara-regional-oncology-institute-to-serve-60000-patients-annually ### 2026-08-04: Funding Contract Signed, Construction Starts for Timisoara Regional Oncology Institute A €250 million financing contract was signed for the Timisoara Regional Oncology Institute, enabling construction of a 500‑bed, near‑zero‑energy cancer hospital slated for completion by 2030. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/funding-contract-signed-construction-starts-for-timisoara-regional-oncology-institute --- Cite as: Timisoara Regional Oncology Institute development. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/timisoara-regional-oncology-institute-development