Plans officially lodged for new Aberdeen South Harbour Link Road

Plans for two-and-a-half miles of upgrades as part of the Aberdeen South Harbour Link Roadproject have officially been lodged.

Improvements would be made to Hareness Road and Coast Road to make it better for those walking, wheeling, and cycling along the route.

Sharp turns along Coast Road that prove to be difficult for large lorries would be removed as part of the project, and a new bridge over the Aberdeen to Dundee railway line has also been included that will join up to existing side roads and private accesses.

It is hoped the changes will encourage active travel to businesses sitting next to the link road as well as the proposed Energy Transition Zone (ETZ) sites.

Aberdeen City Council says the project would help to reduce journey times for heavy goods vehicles travelling between the harbour and the AWPR.

It has also been designed to reduce the nuisance of large lorries through Torry and Cove as they move towards the city. Meanwhile, the walking, wheeling and cycling path will sit alongside the busy road.

Kerbs will be added to separate the footpaths and cycle ways to ensure users can enjoy a “smooth and safe” experience. Several bus stops along the route will stay in place, but others could be added if there is suitable space.