Hong Kong's Fanling Bypass Eastern Section to Open May 3, Cutting Travel Time by 10 Minutes
First major transport project under Northern Metropolis mega development promises improved connectivity in New Territories
En resumen
- The Fanling Bypass (Eastern Section), a 4km dual two-lane carriageway linking North district in the New Territories with urban areas, will open May 3.
- The first major transport project under Hong Kong's Northern Metropolis initiative allows motorists to travel between Fanling Lung Yeuk Tau, Luen Wo Hui and Fanling Highway without passing through busy town centres, cutting peak-hour travel times by 10 minutes.
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Por qué importa
The Northern Metropolis is a mega development initiative by the Hong Kong government to develop the New Territories northern region. The Fanling Bypass (Eastern Section) is the first major transport infrastructure project to be completed under this initiative, designed to serve the Fanling North New Development Area.
The eastern section of Hong Kong's new Fanling Bypass will be commissioned on May 3, marking the first major transport infrastructure project to be completed under the Northern Metropolis mega development. The new bypass promises to cut travel times by 10 minutes and will serve as a vital roadway for the Fanling North New Development Area.
What is the new bypass?
The Fanling Bypass (Eastern Section) is a new 4km carriageway that serves to link North district in the New Territories with urban areas. The dual two-lane carriageway encompasses at-grade roads, underpasses and viaducts. The bypass starts at Fanling Highway near Kau Lung Hang in Tai Po and connects to Shek Wu San Tsuen and the Fanling North New Development Area. In between, it passes through the On Lok Tsuen Industrial Area and the Lunk Yeuk Tau Interchange.
Authorities said the bypass allowed motorists to travel between Fanling Lung Yeuk Tau, Luen Wo Hui and Fanling Highway without having to pass through the busy roads running through Sheung Shui's and Fanling's town centres. The new route would help to shave off 10 minutes of travel time during peak hours, the government said.
Preguntas abiertas
- What is the total cost of the project?
- When will the western section of the bypass be completed?
- What other transport projects are planned under the Northern Metropolis?
