The final stages of the extensive passing lane construction between Hawke's Bay Airport and Bay View on SH2 is under way with central barriers now being installed.
Road markings are also being put down as the project, which kicked off late last year, edges close to completion.
The work was funded as part of the National Land Transport Programme (NLTP) allocations as part of a national drive to help improve travel times and reduce congestion on key routes.
The passing lane work is one of six projects being carried out by the New Zealand Transport Agency on the northern stretch of SH2.
Temporary speed limits continue to remain in place while the work is wrapped up.