On the route between P+R Melsele and Frederik van Eedenplein, the tram overhead lines are also being renewed during the tunnel renovation. This prepares the route for all tram traffic after the works.

In addition, the vast majority of passengers boarding at P+R Melsele or in Zwijndrecht have Antwerp as their destination. Therefore, it was decided to strengthen the existing bus lines 82, 84, and 85. These will run as frequently as tram 3 did before the works.