PRESS RELEASE

A CRANE FELL OVER AT THE BAROSS SQUARE SITE
NO ONE WAS INJURED, DAMAGES ARE BEING ASSESSED NOW

This morning at 6.30 am during works a crane fell over at the work site of metro 4 Baross Square station. Although the crane reached a car parking nearby, but no personal injuries occurred. Operator of the crane escaped the vehicle in time, but fell in a state of shock due to the case and thus he has been taken to hospital.

Now the contractor, Bamco investigates whether the case occurred for technical reasons or personal malpractice. The crane was working at the site in connection with TBM lifting. The contractor has since reinstated it to its original position. Now scene investigation and damage assessment are taking palace.

Budapest, 30th July 2010
DBR Metro Project Directorate