Hong Kong - Zhuhai - Macao Bridge (HZMB) Main Bridge
(updated as at 17.1.2012)
Project Title:
Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macao Bridge (HZMB) Main Bridge
Consultants and Contractors:
| Scope of Works | Consultant |
|---|---|
| Preliminary design and site investigation | China Highway Planning and Design Institute Consultants, Inc led Joint Venture |
| Design and build of tunnel and artificial islands | China Communications Construction Company Ltd led Joint Venture |
| Site Supervision for the construction of tunnel and artificial islands | China Zhongtie Wuhan Major Bridge Works Supervision Co., Ltd. led Joint Venture |
| Detailed Design of the Communication Engineering | RIOH Transport Consultants Ltd |
| Detailed Design of Bridges (deep water zone) | China Highway Planning and Design Institute Consultants, Inc led Joint Venture |
| Detailed Design of Bridges (shallow water zone) | China Zhongtie Major Bridge Reconnaissance & Design Institute Co. Ltd led Joint Venture |
| Quality Management | Mott MacDonald Group Limited Joint Venture |
| Site Supervision for the Fabrication of Steel Box Girder (SB01) | China Classification Society Industrial Corporation |
| Site Supervision for the Fabrication of Steel Box Girder (SB02) | Wuhan Bridge and Building Works Supervision Co., Ltd. |
Construction
Commencement Date :
| Scope of Works | Commencement Date |
|---|---|
| Reclamation for the west landing point and toll plaza of the HZMB Main Bridge | 15 Dec 2009 |
| Design and Build of Tunnel and Artificial Islands | 21 Dec 2010 |
Construction Completion Date :
2016
Estimated Project Cost :
Under Review
Project Objective :
The proposed Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macao Bridge (HZMB), being situated at the waters of Lingdingyang of Pearl River Estuary, is a large sea crossing linking the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), Zhuhai City of Guangdong Province and Macao Special Administrative Region. It consists of a Main Bridge in Mainland waters together with the boundary crossing facilities and link roads within the three territories. The functions of the bridge are to meet the demand of passenger and freight land transport among Hong Kong, the Mainland (particularly the region of Pearl River West) and Macao, to establish a new land transport link between the east and west coasts of the Pearl River, and to enhance the economic and sustainable development in the three places.
Description :
The HZMB Main Bridge is a 29.6km dual 3-lane carriageway in the form of bridge-cum-tunnel structure comprising an immersed tunnel of about 6.7 km. According to the current option, It runs from the artificial island off Gongbei of Zhuhai to the eastern artificial island for the tunnel section just west of the HKSAR boundary.
The project includes:
- construction of a 29.6 km dual three-lane carriageway in the form of bridge-cum-tunnel structure comprising a tunnel of about 6.7 km;
- construction of two artificial islands for the tunnel landings west of the HKSAR boundary; and
- associated works including civil and structural works, environmental mitigation, drainage, electrical and mechanical, traffic control and surveillance system, etc.
Estimation on Traffic Volume :
Assuming the existing quota system remains unchanged, when the HZMB opens in 2016, we estimate the daily traffic volume of the HZMB will be about 9,200 ~ 14,000 vehicles. In 2035, the daily traffic volume of the HZMB will be increased to 35,700 ~ 49,200 vehicles. We have been considering means to broaden the availability and flexibility of cross-boundary travel for private cars. Our aim is to roll out a trial scheme for ad hoc quota system at the Shenzhen Bay Port as soon as possible. The trial, if proven successful, will pave way for future implementation at the HZMB.
Strategic Value of HZMB :
The HZMB will be strategically important to the further economic development of Hong Kong, Macao and the Western Pearl River Delta region. It will significantly reduce transportation costs and time for travelers and goods on the road, but the benefits go far beyond this. With the HZMB, the Western PRD will fall within a reachable three-hour commuting radius of Hong Kong. This would enhance the attractiveness of the Western PRD to external investment, which is conducive to the upgrading of its industry structure. Hong Kong will benefit from this new economic hinterland, with its vast human and land resources which will provide ample opportunities for Hong Kong businessmen to expand their operation in the Mainland.
The Economic Net Present Value (ENPV) of the project is about RMB￥40 billion for an operation period of 20 years. The estimated ENPV for Hong Kong is about RMB￥23 billion as compared to RMB￥13 billion for the Mainland and RMB￥4 billion for Macao. The Economic Internal Rate of Return of the project is 8.8% in respect of Hong Kong over a 20-year period, or 12% over a 40-year period.
Current Situation :
The Central People’s Government approved the Feasibility Study Report in October 2009. The reclamation works of Zhuhai-Macao Boundary Crossing Facilities including necessary reclamation for the west landing point and toll plaza of the HZMB Main Bridge commenced in December 2009. In March 2010, the Ministry of Transport of the Central Government approved the preliminary design report of the HZMB Main Bridge. To oversee the construction, operation, maintenance and management of the HZMB, the governments of Guangdong, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and Macao Special Administrative Region established the “Joint Works Committee of the Three Governments” (the Committee) in May 2010, with Guangdong side as the convenor of the Committee, which is responsible for decision-making on major issues concerning the HZMB project. The procedures for registration of the HZMB Authority were completed in July 2010. The HZMB Authority is responsible for the implementation of the construction, operation, maintenance and management of the HZMB Main Bridge. At present, the HZMB Authority commenced the detailed design of bridges and the construction of tunnel and artificial islands. The construction of the bridges will be started in 2012. The target completion date of the HZMB Main Bridge project is in 2016.
Tender Notices under HZMB Authority:
| Tender Notice Published Date | Tender Document Purchasing Date | Tender Closing Date | Subject | Tender Notice |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26/07/2010 | 26/07/2010~ 30/07/2010 |
26/10/2010 | The Design and Build of the Tunnel and the Artificial Islands | Tender Notice (available in Simplified Chinese only) |
| 11/08/2010 | 18/08/2010 | 27/09/2010 | The Testing Laboratory for the HZMB Main Bridge | Tender Notice (available in Simplified Chinese only) |
| 08/09/2010 | 15/09/2010~ 16/09/2010 |
19/10/2010 | The Site Supervision for the Construction of Tunnel and Artificial Islands | Tender Notice (available in Simplified Chinese only) |
| 21/09/2010 | 28/09/2010~ 29/09/2010 |
30/11/2010 | The Detailed Design of the Communication Engineering | Tender Notice (available in Simplified Chinese only) |
| 22/11/2010 | 29/11/2010~ 30/11/2010 |
18/01/2011 | The Detailed Design of Bridges | Tender Notice (available in Simplified Chinese only) |
| 25/03/2011 | 01/04/2011~ 02/04/2011 |
05/05/2011 | The Quality Management Consultancy Services | Tender Notice (available in Simplified Chinese only) |
| 22/09/2011 | 28/09/2011 | 08/11/2011 | The Site Supervision for the Fabrication of Steel Box Girder. | Tender Notice (available in Simplified Chinese only) |
| 13/12/2011 | 19/12/2011~ 20/12/2011 |
09/02/2012 | The Procurement and Fabrication of Steel Box Girder | Tender Notice (available in Simplified Chinese only) |
| 17/01/2012 | 3/2/2012 ~ 9/2/2012 | 14/3/2012 | The Site Supervision for the Construction of Substructure and Composite Deck of Main Bridge | Tender Notice (available in Simplified Chinese only) |
More tendering related information can be found in the
homepage of the HZMB Authority.
Key Dates:
| Date | Activities |
|---|---|
| July 2003 | “Transport Linkage between Hong Kong and Pearl River West” was completed and confirmed the urgent need for the construction of a land transport link between the HKSAR and the Pearl River West. |
| August 2003 | The HZMB Advance Work Coordination Group (AWCG) was established. |
| February 2004 | The AWCG commissioned the China Highway Planning and Design Institute (HPDI) to conduct a feasibility study for the HZMB. |
| April 2005 | The expert panel organized by the National Development & Reform Commission (NDRC) agreed the three HZMB landing points at San Shek Wan of Hong Kong SAR, Gongbei of Zhuhai and A Pérola of Macao SAR, and also recommended to adopt the Northern bridge-cum-tunnel alignment option. |
| January 2007 | The HZMB Task Force led by the NDRC was established. The Task Force recommended that the Boundary Crossing Facilities of each government should be set up within their own respective territories. |
| October 2007 | In the 2007-08 policy address, the HZMB was included in the ten mega infrastructure projects. We can foster further cross-boundary integration. These infrastructure developments will consolidate Hong Kong's status as a global city and lay a new foundation for our sustained development in the future. |
| February 2008 | The three governments agreed on the scope of the HZMB Main Bridge project and to be responsible for the construction, operation and maintenance of their own boundary crossing facilities and associated link roads. |
| August 2008 | The three governments agreed to take up the responsibility for the construction of the HZMB Main Bridge. The project cost will be shared according to an agreed principle of Equalization of Benefit to Cost Ratio where Hong Kong will bear 50.2% of the cost, Guangdong 35.1% and Macao 14.7%. The Mainland (including Central People’s Government support), the HKSAR and the Macao SAR governments will contribute RMB￥7.0 billion, RMB￥6.75 billion and RMB￥1.98 billion respectively to the project cost of the Main Bridge. The total contributions from the three sides will be RMB 15.73 billion, which is about 42% of the project cost of the Main Bridge. The remaining 58% will be financed by loans. |
| December 2008 | The HZMB Feasibility Study Report was submitted to Central People’s Government for approval. |
| March 2009 | Contract of HZMB Main Bridge – preliminary design and site investigation was signed. Commencement Ceremony was held and the preliminary design and site investigation was formally commenced. |
| April 2009 | Bank of China was selected as the leading bank and provided loan commitment letter for fulfilling the requirement for approval of the HZMB feasibility study report. |
| October 2009 | The State Council approved the HZMB Feasibility Study Report. |
| December 2009 | Reclamation works for Zhuhai-Macao Boundary Crossing Facilities including necessary reclamation works for the west landing point and toll plaza of HZMB Main Bridge commenced. The HZMB construction commencement ceremony chaired by Vice-Premier, Mr. Li Keqiang, was held in Zhuhai on 15 Dec 2009. |
| January 2010 | The preliminary design for HZMB Main Bridge was submitted to Ministry of Transport for approval. |
| February 2010 | The 3 governments signed an inter-governmental agreement to specify the partnership arrangements between the three governments as well as their rights and responsibilities in respect of the construction, operation, maintenance and management of the HZMB Main Bridge. |
| March 2010 | The Ministry of Transport approved the preliminary design for HZMB Main Bridge. |
| May 2010 | Joint Works Committee of the Three Governments was established. |
| July 2010 | The procedures for registration of the Hong Kong-Zhuahi-Macao Bridge Authority were completed in July 2010. |
| December 2010 | Contract of HZMB Main Bridge – design and build of the tunnel and the artificial islands was signed. The construction of tunnel and artificial islands was formally commenced. |
| January 2011 | Contract of HZMB Main Bridge – detailed design of the communication engineering was signed. The detailed design works were formally commenced. |
| March 2011 | Contracts of HZMB Main Bridge – detailed design of bridges were signed. The detailed design works were formally commenced. |
Related Site :
- Transport and Housing Bureau
Cross Boundary Traffic - RTHK TV Programme「世紀藍圖」
Episode 1 : Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macao Bridge (Cantonese only) - The Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macao Bridge Authority (Simplified Chinese Only)
- Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macao Bridge – Hong Kong Project Websites
Related Papers and Reports :
- Legislative Council Transport Panel Paper
- Meeting on 6 August 2003: The Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macau Bridge
CB(1)2346/02-03(01) - Meeting on 29 September 2003: The Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macau
Bridge
CB(1)2492/02-03(01) - Issued on 21 October 2003: The Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macau
Bridge
CB(1)128/03-04(01) - Issued on 28 October 2003: The Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macau Bridge
CB(1)192/03-04(01) -
Meeting on 25 June 2004: Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macao Bridge and the Northwest New Territories Traffic and Infrastructure Review
CB(1)2180/03-04(02) - Meeting on 27 May 2005: Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macao Bridge and North Lantau Highway Connection
CB(1)1605/04-05(03) - Meeting on 7 June 2005: Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macao Bridge and North Lantau Highway Connection
CB(1)1742/04-05(01) - Issued on 5 July 2005: Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macao Bridge
CB(1)1992/04-05(01) - Issued on 24 April 2008: Background Brief on Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macao
Bridge
CB(1)1348/07-08 - Meeting on 25 April 2008: Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macao Bridge, Hong Kong Boundary Crossing Facilities and the Link Road in Hong Kong
CB(1)1317/07-08(04) - Meeting on 16 May 2008: Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macao Bridge
CB(1)1520/07-08(01) - Issued on 20 May 2008: Supplementary Information on the Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macao
Bridge
CB(1)1605/07-08(01) - Issued on 17 December 2008: Updated Background Brief on Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macao Bridge
CB(1)407/08-09 - Meeting on 19 December 2008: Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macao Bridge Main Bridge
CB(1)406/08-09(03) - Issued on 12 January 2009: Hong Kong – Zhuhai-Macao Bridge
("HZMB")
Connectivity of the HZMB with the Road Network at the Western
Pearl River Delta and the Potential Development There-at
CB(1)591/08-09(01) - Meeting on 24 April 2009: Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macao Bridge : Main Bridge and Hong Kong Boundary Crossing Facilities
CB(1)1337/08-09(03) - Issued on 4 May 2009: Note on Traffic Flow Forecast of the Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macao Bridge and the Latest Situation and Timetable for Certain Developments on North-west Lantau
CB(1)1493/08-09(01) - Issued on 9 March 2010: Administration's paper on latest progress of Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macao Bridge Main Bridge
CB(1)1354/09-10(01)
- Meeting on 6 August 2003: The Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macau Bridge
- Legislative Council Public works Subcommittee Paper
- Meeting on 8 June 2005: Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macao Bridge – conceptual design and advance technical studies
PWSC(2005-06)20 - Meeting on 21 May 2008: Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macao Bridge preconstruction works
PWSC(2008-09)11 - Meeting on 21 January 2009: Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macao Bridge – funding support for Main Bridge
PWSC(2008-09)62 - Meeting on 06 May 2009: Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macao Bridge – funding support for Main Bridge
PWSC(2009-10)17
- Meeting on 8 June 2005: Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macao Bridge – conceptual design and advance technical studies
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