Ghent (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): De Lin has secured a site in Wondelgem, Ghent for a new vehicle depot after overcoming environmental concerns. Despite protests from activists worried about local wildlife the project aims to enhance public transport services in the region.
De Lijn, the company that runs buses and trams in Flanders has been looking for a new place to keep their vehicles in Ghent since 1998 because they need more space. They are having a hard time finding the right spot that works well for their operations and is easy to reach for all their vehicles.
How will De Lin’s new depot in Wondelgem improve 0perations?
De Lijn finally found a spot in Wondelgem a part of Ghent that could work for their new depot. They picked this place because it’s in a good location and has enough space for all their needs. The site in Wondelgem makes it easier for them to manage everything efficiently and improve their operations with more space and modern facilities. Building the new depot is a big part of De Lijn’s plan to make their services and facilities better. They want to take good care of their vehicles and run them smoothly to keep up with the growing need for public transport in the area.
What are the environmental concerns surrounding De Lin’s Wondelgem depot?
Last year De Lijn had a big problem when the minister said no to their first permit request for the depot in Wondelgem. The minister was worried about how the new depot might affect the environment. De Lijn changed their plans to make sure the new depot wouldn’t harm the environment. Because of these changes Natuurpunt an environmental group decided to support the project instead of objecting to it. De Lijn fixed their plans applied again and got the green light to build the depot in Wondelgem. This new depot will make De Lijn’s work in the area better and more effective.
The place De Lijn picked for the new depot has an old swamp and lots of animals. Environmental activists are worried about how building there will affect the environment. The people camping in the area where they want to build are still there even after the court said to leave. If they stay they might have to pay 250 euros every day. The activists say the depot could harm the swamp and the animals living there. Even though the minister said they could build the activists are still protesting worried about the environment.
