Għajn Dwieli Tunnel Closure Due to Rockfall Raises Concerns Over €2.2m Upgrade

The Għajn Dwieli tunnel in Cospicua, Malta, has been closed for over 24 hours due to a rockfall, sparking concerns about the effectiveness of a recent €2.2 million upgrade. The tunnel, a key access route for Cottonera, was shut down for safety reasons, with authorities advising drivers to use alternative routes. This incident comes after a previous closure in September for restoration works on the shaft walls. The repeated closures highlight the need for robust rockfall protection measures, a challenge faced by many regions, including India, where numerous tenders have been issued for rockfall protection and slope stabilization projects.