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Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link Opens, Cutting Travel Time and Setting Records

The new mega infrastructure project drastically reduces travel time between key cities in the Greater Bay Area and breaks 10 world records.

  • The 24 km link includes two bridges, two artificial islands, and an underwater tunnel.
  • Travel time between Shenzhen and Zhongshan is now reduced from two hours to 30 minutes.
  • The link features eight lanes designed for speeds up to 100 km/h.
  • It sets 10 specific world records, including the largest span for a fully offshore steel box girder suspension bridge.
  • Initial traffic congestion was reported on the opening day, highlighting potential management challenges.
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