PHILIPSBURG:--- The Ministry of Public Housing, Spatial Planning, Environment, and Infrastructure (VROMI) informs the general public that as part of the ongoing Sidewalk Beautification Project, road works will commence on a section of Cannegieter Road starting Monday, July 14, 2025.
The work will take place between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., daily, and will involve a full road closure of part of Cannegieter Road, from the Manzanilla Steeg intersection to Percy Labega Street. This closure is necessary to facilitate infrastructure improvements being carried out by Windward Roads Infrastructure.
Traffic Reroute in Effect
During the closure, motorists are advised to use Manzanilla Steeg and Tamarinde Steeg as detour routes to access Walter A. Nisbeth Road. Clear signage and traffic control personnel will be present to guide road users safely along the route.
Key Details:
Start Date: Monday, July 14, 2025
Work Hours: 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Section of Cannegieter Road
Contractor: Windward Roads Infrastructure
Impact: Full road closure during work hours
Traffic Reroute: Via Manzanilla Steeg → Tamarinde Steeg → Walter A. Nisbeth Road
Nighttime Access: Two-way traffic will resume outside of work hours
The Ministry urges all road users to proceed with caution, adhere to posted signs, and follow instructions from traffic controllers to ensure the safety of both workers and drivers.
We apologize for any inconvenience caused and thank the public for their continued cooperation as we work to improve the road network in Philipsburg.
