MRT Blue Line Extension Project; Hua Lamphong – Bang Khae and Bang Sue – Tha Phra Sections
Location :
Bangkok
Client :
Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA)
Project Value :
Baht 75,000 million
Commencement and Completion :
May 2007 – July 2008
Project scope :
The MRT Blue Line is a heavy rail system that extends from the initial MRT Blue Line System to cover major areas in Bangkok. The project aims to alleviate much of the congestion and provides for safe, convenient and fast commuting for large volume of passengers. The extension route consist of 2 sections, Hua Lamphong – Bang Khae, and Bang Sue – Tha Phra sections with total length of 27 km About 22 km of the route is an elevated line and the remaining 5 km is the underground line. The route has 21 stations, four of them are underground and another 17 are elevated stations. The project associated facility includes depot, park and ride buildings, track system and Mechanical and Electrical works.
Accomplishments :
- • Review existing feasibility study
- • Detailed design for elevated section
- • Definitive design for underground section
- • Preparation of Technical Specifications and Tender Documents
- • Preparation of cost estimates submission schedule
- • Study for Public Private Partnership (PPP) Options