Despite the intensified construction efforts on major transportation projects, public investment disbursement results have fallen short of expectations. Recognizing this, the Department of Construction Economics and Investment Management (Ministry of Construction) has issued an official warning, identifying five project groups requiring urgent attention to resolve bottlenecks, accelerate key components, and finalize internal documentation. These measures aim to boost disbursement in the final months of the year.
In the final months, disbursement volumes for transportation projects are expected to surge as many reach completion of high-value components (Illustrative image).
According to the Planning and Finance Department, delayed disbursement is creating significant pressure, prompting authorities to take decisive action.
Group 1: Salvaging Projects at Risk of Missing Deadlines
The first group includes six projects slated for completion in 2025 but facing delays. Immediate attention is required for the Ho Chi Minh Highway segments (Cho Chu – Nga Ba Trung Son, Rach Soi – Ben Nhat, Go Quao – Vinh Thuan), Cam Ly Railway Bridge, and upgrades to QL8C (Ha Tinh), QL14B (Da Nang), and the Noi Bai – Lao Cai to Tuyen Quang – Phu Tho expressway connector.
Investors must complete land handover by November 2025. Contractors are mandated to implement “three-shift, four-team” operations to recover lost time, prioritizing high-value components to accelerate year-end disbursement.
Group 2: Aggressive Acceleration for Severely Delayed Projects
The second group comprises eight severely delayed projects requiring direct oversight for 2025 completion. Key projects include the Can Tho – Hau Giang, Hau Giang – Ca Mau, and Bien Hoa – Vung Tau (Component 2) expressways, Hanoi – Vinh and Vinh – Nha Trang railways, and Cao Bang City Bypass and QL.4B (Lang Son) roads.
Industry regulators mandate on-site leadership to address issues promptly. Contractors facing delays will face contractual penalties.
Group 3: Unblocking Financial Flows Through Documentation
Delayed payments for completed work on ten projects are causing cash flow issues, impacting contractor finances and progress. Affected projects include North-South Expressway segments: Quang Ngai – Hoai Nhon, Chi Thanh – Van Phong, Quy Nhon – Chi Thanh, Bai Vot – Ham Nghi, Bung – Van Ninh, Can Tho – Hau Giang, Hau Giang – Ca Mau, and La Son – Hoa Lien.
The Ministry of Construction directs investors to expedite internal documentation and acceptance for November 2025 disbursement, reporting insurmountable challenges for swift resolution.
Group 4: Expediting Project Commencement Procedures
The fourth group includes seven projects planned for 2025 commencement but stalled due to procedural delays. These include expansions of Cam Lo – La Son and HCMC – Trung Luong – My Thuan expressways, Ninh Cuong Bridge, Lao Cai – Hanoi – Hai Phong Railway, and key tunnels: Than Vu, Nui Vung, and Cu Mong.
The Department urges investors to minimize procedural timelines and propose innovative solutions for 2025 commencement.
Group 5: Absolute Priority for Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS)
The final group focuses on ITS, tolling, and vehicle weight inspection packages, particularly for 12 Eastern North-South Expressway components (2021-2025). The toll system must be operational by January 1, 2026. Investors must finalize contractor selection, commence remaining packages, and accelerate construction to meet this critical deadline, ensuring synchronized, modernized national infrastructure.
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