Guangzhou South Station ⇄ Guangzhou Station Direct Link Coming Soon! Just 15 Minutes Travel Time in the Future
Major Breakthrough: Western Lang Tunnel Exit Section Completed!
The open-cut section at the exit of the Western Lang Tunnel, part of the Guangnan Link Line, has successfully finished its main structure. This milestone marks a significant step forward for the project and lays a solid foundation for the upcoming large-diameter shield tunneling phase.
Project Highlights:
- Length: 660 meters (open-cut section)
- Max Depth: 25 meters
- Challenge: Over 70% soft muddy soil – a nightmare for engineers!
How They Tackled It:
Facing tricky soft ground prone to collapse, the team:
✔ Used advanced pit-support tech for safety
✔ Optimized methods + strict management = faster progress
✔ Deployed smart sensors to monitor ground movement 24/7
What’s Next?
The shield tunneling machine and gear are now being assembled! This critical tunnel’s progress keeps the entire link line on track.
Why It Matters:
The 16km Guangnan Link Line (crossing Foshan’s Nanhai District and Guangzhou’s Liwan/Panyu) will:
🚄 Connect Guangzhou Station ⇋ Guangzhou South Station in just 15 mins!
🚅 Allow direct trains from Shenzhen/HK + Zhuhai/Macau to reach downtown Guangzhou
💡 Ease congestion across the city’s rail network
Fun Fact: When finished, you could travel between the two major stations faster than finishing your bubble tea!
