Route 6 tunnels project, China
Name of the Project
Route 6 tunnels project.
Location
Kowloon Peninsula, Hong Kong, China.
Project Owner/s
Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.
Project Description
These projects form part of a new trunk road under construction, known as Route 6.
When completed, Route 6 will provide a rapid east–west link between West Kowloon and the town of Tseung Kwan O. It will also relieve congestion on existing roads in the centre of Kowloon.
The first contract involves the construction of a 2.8 km section of twin-tube tunnel linking Yau Ma Tei and Ma Tau Kok, two access tunnels and a vent for the design, building and procurement of a 3.4 km underwater road tunnel linking the former Kai Tak airport to Cha Kwo Ling, ventilation buildings, electrical and mechanical services and other roadworks.
Potential Job Creation
Not stated.
Capital Expenditure
The first contract is valued at €364-million.
Contract two is valued at €756-million.
Planned Start/End Date
Contract one is expected to be commissioned in 2025.
Contract two is expected to be commissioned in 2026.
Latest Developments
Work on the first contract has started.
Work on the second contract is expected to begin before the end of the year.
Key Contracts and Suppliers
Bouygues (road construction).
On Budget and on Time?
Too early to state.
Contact Details for Project Information
Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, tel +852 2878 3300 or email ceo@ceo.gov.hk.
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