Final stages of development observed for crucial maritime bridge structure
Celebrating a Milestone: Central Vietnam's Infrastructure Boost with Thuận An Sea Crossing Bridge
HUẾ CITY - Sizzling with excitement, Huế City recently poured the last concrete on the final joint of the Thuận An sea-crossing bridge, marking the culmination of a three-year construction journey, in time for the country's Reunification Day.
Official announcements have revealed that the 2.36km bridge - the longest in the central coastal region - along with its associated traffic infrastructure, will officially welcome traffic on September 2, National Day.
This colossal structure, standing tall at 20 meters wide and four lanes, will serve as a significant cornerstone of the city's ring-road system, linking the neighboring provinces of Quảng Trị and Đà Nẵng, as well as the East-West Economic Corridor, spanning Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, and Việt Nam.
Embracing the role of a connecting bridge, the Thuan An bridge will offer uninterrupted transport routes between key economic zones, magnifying the national coastal transport network and fortifying links with neighboring regions. With an investment of VNĐ2.4 trillion (US$96 million), during its first phase, it represents a monumental leap forward in regional infrastructure development.
Workers cast the last concrete on the final joint of the Thuận An sea crossing bridge in Huế City. It's one of the most important traffic infrastructure items for the region, boosting connectivity between economic zones, industrial parks and the sea and airport system. Photo courtesy of Phan Thiên Định
A Bridge Built for Economic Prosperity
Beyond its regional impact, the Thuan An bridge is expected to fuel local economic growth, particularly in the tourism, seaport, and industrial sectors. It will create a vibrant hub, attracting investors to a vast, 1500-hectare coastal zone, thereby transforming Thuận An township into a dynamic center of economic activity.
The bridge's construction also promises to unlock the potential of the Chân Mây-Lăng Cô Economic Zone, which lies about 6km from National Highway No 1 and the North-South railway. This economic zone is poised for strategic investment, focusing on eco-friendly projects that align with global sustainability initiatives.
A Scenic Gateway to Coastal Tourism
A main structure of the Thuận An sea cross bridge under construction in Huế City. The bridge will help create smooth traffic for key economic zones, tourism, logistics and investment in the city. Photo courtesy of Phan Thiên Định
As a picturesque entity straddling Hue's shoreline, the bridge will not only enhance the city's tourism appeal but also establish a mesmerizing coastal tourism corridor. This corridor is projected to stimulate the growth of coastal urban centers, uplifting living standards for local residents and nurturing a thriving tourism industry.
Being in close proximity to the Imperial Citadel of Hue - a UNESCO-listed World Heritage site - the bridge will improve accessibility and bolster local tourism infrastructure, ensuring that this historic site remains a captivating draw for both domestic and international travelers.
In sum, the Thuan An sea-crossing bridge is more than just an impressive architectural marvel. It signifies regional connectivity, economic growth, and a flourishing tourism industry in Hue City and the greater central Vietnam region.
The Thuan An sea-crossing bridge, recently completed in Hue City, has taken on the role of an economic bridge, offering uninterrupted routes between key economic zones and providing a foundation for regional prosperity. By fostering links between industrial parks, seaports, and the airport system, it stands to boost local economic growth, particularly in tourism, seaport, and industrial sectors.
Positioned as a vibrant hub, the bridge will appeal to investors and catalyze growth in the 1500-hectare coastal zone, transforming Thuận An township into a dynamic center of economic activity. strategically located near the Chân Mây-Lăng Cô Economic Zone, the bridge promises to unlock its potential, with a focus on eco-friendly projects that align with global sustainability initiatives.
More than just an engineering feat, the bridge serves as a scenic entrée to coastal tourism, enhancing Hue's appeal as a tourist destination and facilitating the growth of coastal urban centers. By improving accessibility to the Imperial Citadel of Hue, a UNESCO-listed World Heritage site, it will bolster local tourism infrastructure, ensuring that this historical site remains a captivating draw for both domestic and international travelers.
