Bình Dương officially approved a feasibility study for the first urban railway line (Metro Line 1), connecting the new Bình Dương City and Suối Tiên in Ho Chi Minh City. This will be the province’s first metro line, promising significant improvements in transportation and regional economic development.
Bình Dương's new metro line, costing over 64,000 billion VND, will connect to Ho Chi Minh City
Connecting Key Cities
This project, with a total length of 32.43 km, will begin at Station S1 in the center of the new Bình Dương City and end at Suối Tiên Bus Station, part of Ho Chi Minh City’s Metro Line 1. The metro line will traverse four key cities in Bình Dương: Tân Uyên, Thủ Dầu Một, Thuận An, and Dĩ An, with a total of 19 stations and a depot in Phú Chánh Ward, Tân Uyên City.
Project Details
The metro line is designed with a double-track system (1.435 mm gauge) and a design speed of 120 km/h. The total estimated investment is 64.370 trillion VND, reflecting the project’s scale and importance. Construction is slated to begin in 2027 and be completed by 2031.
Driving the Project
Mr. Võ Văn Minh, Chairman of Bình Dương Provincial People’s Committee, emphasized the importance of completing the feasibility study. This first metro line for the province marks a significant step in upgrading transportation infrastructure and connecting with Ho Chi Minh City. He also urged relevant parties to expedite the process to submit the investment proposal to the National Assembly in May.
Significance for Bình Dương
This metro line will not only address existing transportation challenges but also create numerous economic development opportunities, attract investment, and enhance the quality of life for Bình Dương residents. Convenient connections to Ho Chi Minh City will create a more vibrant economic region.
Conclusion
Bình Dương’s first metro project is poised to be a significant milestone in the province’s future development. With its large scale and considerable impact, the project is generating significant public interest and anticipation. Swift completion of legal procedures and investment initiation are crucial for its timely implementation.
