Last Updated on Friday, 20 March 2026, 21:27 by Writer
The US$190 million Linden to Mabura Hill Road project has reached a key milestone, with approximately 100 kilometres of roadway now upgraded from what was historically a “mud and slush” trail into a modern asphalt corridor, the Brazilian company, Álya Construtora, said on Friday.
In a brief comment on Facebook, President Irfaan Ali said, “One hundred kilometres of the Linden to Mabura Hill highway have now been paved, marking a major step forward in improving connectivity between the coast and the hinterland.
Álya Construtora said the ongoing upgrade has transformed sections of the corridor into a durable, all-weather roadway designed to support both commercial activity and regular transit.
The company said works are progressing on schedule to accommodate increased traffic demand ahead of the Easter weekend Rodeo.
Álya Construtora noted that for decades, the route between Linden and Mabura Hill has been known for its difficult conditions, particularly during the rainy season, often requiring specialized vehicles and extended travel times.
Engineering scope and execution
The company explained that transformation of the corridor extends beyond conventional paving works, involving a comprehensive engineering approach to address challenging terrain and climatic conditions. The project has mobilised over 300 pieces of heavy equipment and a workforce of approximately 900 personnel.
Key elements of the construction include earthworks such as clearing and stabilisation of previously undeveloped terrain to establish a reliable foundation.
Soil stabilization by the application of quicklime and cement to reinforce sub-base and base layers under high-moisture conditions, in addition to tranches of “all weather” stone sub-base solution was also being done, according to the company.
Asphalt work consists of the installation of dual layers of asphalt to ensure durability and performance construction of drainage systems and bridges are being done in a manner to manage runoff and reduce erosion risks.
Commenting on the milestone, Daniel Amaral, Contractor’s Representative for Álya Construtora, stated that “What used to be a gruelling journey through mud is now a functional transport corridor aligned with Guyana’s ongoing infrastructure development. Reaching the 100 km mark reflects the scale of engineering, coordination, and execution required to deliver in such challenging conditions, as well as the strong level of coordination achieved with the Ministry of Public Works throughout the process.”
The company said road-specific works are currently estimated at approximately 83% completion. The pace of delivery reflects a consistent level of execution despite the logistical and environmental constraints associated with inland construction.
Last December, the project was reportedly way behind the end-of-2025 deadline and was expected to be now completed by September, 2026.
The 121-kilometre upgrade is being financed by a US$112 million loan from the Caribbean Development Bank, a US$66 million grant from the United Kingdom and US$12 million from the Guyana government.
The upgraded corridor is expected to significantly improve connectivity between Guyana’s coastal and hinterland regions, while supporting economic activity and facilitating more efficient transport routes towards the Brazil border, Álya Construtora added.
According to the company, further works are anticipated to continue extending the corridor southward, with continuity in construction approach and technical standards expected to be maintained as the project advances into subsequent phases, building on the execution capacity and operational footprint established during the current works.
Álya Construction describes itself as an international infrastructure company specializing in civil works, heavy infrastructure projects and road development in complex environments.
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