China has unveiled the Huangmao Sea Channel Bridge, a colossal infrastructure project set to revolutionize travel within the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. The bridge officially opened to traffic today at 3 p.m. local time after four and a half years of construction.
Spanning 31 kilometers, the bridge connects Zhuhai City and Jiangmen City in Guangdong Province. Designed with a two-way, six-lane highway that supports speeds up to 100 kilometers per hour, it dramatically cuts travel time between the two cities from over an hour to just around 30 minutes.
The Huangmao Sea Bridge is a major addition to the region’s integrated transportation network, joining other mega-projects like the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge. Its completion enhances connectivity and is expected to boost economic integration throughout the Greater Bay Area.
The Greater Bay Area is a vibrant megalopolis comprising Hong Kong, Macao, and nine cities in Guangdong Province. China’s vision is to develop this region into a model of high-quality growth, creating an international first-class bay area and a world-class city cluster.
The opening of the Huangmao Sea Channel Bridge marks a significant milestone in efforts to strengthen infrastructure and promote regional development. For residents and travelers, it means faster commutes, stronger connections, and new opportunities on the horizon.
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China's Greater Bay Area to see opening of new sea channel bridge
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