“The railway will span approximately 1,541km, beginning at Ngoc Hoi Station in Hanoi and ending at Thu Thiem Station in Ho Chi Minh City.”
“The route will pass through 15 provinces and centrally governed cities, including Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Thanh Hoa, Nghe An, Ha Tinh, Quang Tri, Hue, Da Nang, Quang Ngai, Gia Lai, Dak Lak, Khanh Hoa, Lam Dong, Dong Nai and Ho Chi Minh City.”
“The project involves construction of an entirely new double-track railway with a standard gauge of 1,435mm, designed for speeds of up to 350kph and an axle load capacity of 22.5 tonnes.”
“The line will include 23 passenger stations, five freight stations and a synchronized system of rolling stock and equipment.”
“A representative from Thang Long Project Management Board said the feasibility study preparation, appraisal and approval process, alongside groundbreaking activities, are scheduled to take place between the fourth quarter of 2026 and the fourth quarter of 2028.”
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