The first two lots of the Bacău–Pașcani motorway (A7) — about 49.3 km together — have reached physical completion of 80% (Săucești–Trifești) and 65% (Trifești–Gherăești), CNAIR director-general Cristian Pistol said. Builder UMB aims to finish both stretches by end-2026, but opening is not yet guaranteed.

About 1,000 workers and 800 machines are on site, according to CNAIR. Crews are working on the road structure, bridges, service areas, ITS systems, barriers and markings — typical pre-traffic steps, not a sign drivers can already use the 49 km.

The two contracts total 2.92 billion lei excluding VAT. PNRR funding covered work done through 31 August 2026; for the rest, CNAIR has asked for state-budget money.

“Finishing in 2026 now depends on securing funding and on the weather ahead,” Pistol wrote. In short: the builder’s intention stands, but the calendar still hinges on cash and weather.

Lot 3, Mircești–Pașcani (about 28 km), is not in the 2026 opening target for these first two stretches; recent estimates put it nearer 2027. DN2/E85 remains, for now, the Bacău–Pașcani route drivers use.

Completion percentages measure how much has been built, not how many kilometres are traffic-ready. Any inauguration notice will come separately, after handovers and secured finance.

Source consulted: A7 Bacău–Pașcani: Builder aims to finish 49.3 km in 2026 — Mediafax