Critical contracts have been signed for the second metro line project, which will significantly improve the transportation infrastructure of Taiwan’s major city of Taichung. The new project involves the construction of a fully automated metro line of 24,8 kilometers in total.
A powerful consortium consisting of ST Engineering, Alstom, CTCI and Hyundai Rotem has been awarded a contract worth NT$60,8 billion (approximately US$1,9 billion) for this comprehensive project. This significant contract includes the supply of all equipment required for the automated metro line to be built.
Taichung Metro Second Line Project Implementation Details
Taichung’s highly anticipated second subway line is scheduled to open in 2034. Work on the project is expected to begin in 2025, with the entire project expected to be completed in 2039. This new line is expected to significantly improve the city’s existing transportation infrastructure and make transportation easier for city residents.
According to the details of the signed contract, ST Engineering will be responsible for the overall management and system integration of the project. Alstom, one of the leading companies in the field of railway technologies worldwide, will provide the modern train control system of the new metro line. South Korean railway vehicle manufacturer Hyundai Rotem will supply approximately 289 million US dollars worth of railway vehicles (metro wagons) for the project.
Current Green Line Success and Prospects
The current subway line serving Taichung, the Green Line, serves an average of 2024 passengers per day according to 42.800 data. Given the increasing use of public transport in the city, this number is expected to reach approximately 2025 passengers per day by 49.000. With the completion of the second subway line, it is aimed to significantly increase passenger transport in Taichung and further strengthen the city's transportation network. This major project will not only improve passenger transport, but also make a significant contribution to the modernization and development of the city's overall infrastructure.
