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    China Built a Massive Ganon Huanggang Tunnel in Just 110 Days

    ByEddy June 19, 2025June 19, 2025

    I still remember the moment I stood above the Yellow River in Ginan, watching the current tear past with unimaginable force. It’s hard to believe that just 30 meters below, a six-lane highway now runs silently under that same water, completed in only 110 days. Across Europe, projects like London’s Thames Tideway Tunnel, designed to…

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  • Kvesheti-Kobi Road Project
    Megaprojects | Tunnel

    The Kvesheti-Kobi Road: Engineering Marvel or Geopolitical Trap?

    ByEddy May 26, 2025June 4, 2025

    I once stood on a quiet ridge above the Khada Valley, watching the first machinery roll in. The silence broke, not just by noise, but by the arrival of something larger than construction — something more permanent than cement. Georgia is changing. And this road — the Kvesheti–Kobi Road — is both a symbol and a…

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  • Tokyo Resilience Project Explained: $100 Billion Survival Plan
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    Tokyo Resilience Project Explained: $100 Billion Survival Plan

    ByEddy May 18, 2025

    I remember my first glimpse of Tokyo, a city so alive, it almost feels as though it has a spirit of its own. Despite being constantly battered by natural disasters, this resilient metropolis continues to thrive. Earthquakes, floods, typhoons, and volcanic eruptions—Tokyo faces them all. Yet, it has always risen stronger, with each tragedy turning…

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  • Big Ben London
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    How London Almost Lost Big Ben

    ByEddy May 2, 2025

    Have you ever wondered what it takes to preserve an iconic monument like Big Ben? I stood there, gazing at the colossal clock tower in London, and I couldn’t help but imagine how close it came to being lost forever. You see, there was a time when a simple underground construction project almost brought this…

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  • California Water Transfer Project
    Megaprojects | Tunnel

    A $20 Billion Solution to California’s Water Crisis

    ByEddy August 3, 2024August 4, 2024

     California has been grappling with a severe water crisis for several years now, especially in the southern part where drought conditions are extreme. However, there’s a ray of hope in the North Coast Watershed, which receives more annual rainfall than any other watershed in the state. This abundant rainfall is crucial for ensuring water…

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  • Stockholm Bypass
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    Sweden’s $4BN Tunnel Gamble: E4 Stockholm Bypass

    ByEddy July 31, 2024July 31, 2024

     Stockholm, the capital and largest city of Sweden, is a city of remarkable significance, known for its rich history, cultural vibrancy, economic strength, and political centrality. Imagine stepping back in time to around 1252 when Stockholm was founded. This historic city owes much of its early growth to Birger Jarl, a Swedish ruler who…

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  • grand paris express
    Megaprojects | Tunnel

    Grand Paris Express: Europe’s Largest Metro Network

    ByEddy April 23, 2024

     Paris, much like other global metropolises, faces escalating traffic woes. Congestion rates are soaring, increasing by 10% Annually, while the public transport network battles with the familiar challenges of overcrowding and deteriorating service quality. The Paris Métro railway system, established in the Early 1900s, caters to nearly four million passengers daily but is now…

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    Silvertown Tunnel: London’s $2.8 Billion Controversial Megaproject

    ByEddy April 14, 2024June 10, 2025

     In the heart of London, where the city’s pulse beats strongest, the streets become a canvas for a daily drama of wheels and woes. Picture ancient cobblestones now etched with the tire tracks of modernity, where the symphony of car horns and engine roars sets the rhythm of urban life. Here, among the historic…

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  • Salang Tunnel
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    Reconstruction of the World’s Most Dangerous Salang Tunnel

    ByEddy March 20, 2024

    Afghanistan, a landlocked country situated at the heart of Asia, has historically been a crossroads for trade and cultural exchange. However, its strategic location also made it a focal point of conflict, notably during the protracted Afghan War. This conflict, spanning over four decades, had a profound impact on the nation’s infrastructure, particularly its roads…

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  • Thames Tideway Tunnel
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    Thames Tideway Tunnel: London’s £4.5 Billion “Super Sewer” Tunnel

    ByEddy March 14, 2024March 15, 2024

     London, the nerve center of Europe, is renowned for its rich history, contemporary architecture, and historical monuments. This city is not only home to world-class museums and galleries but also boasts a cosmopolitan vibe that attracts tourists worldwide. With a population of approximately 9 Million, it is Europe’s third most populous city and the…

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  • Brenner Base Tunnel
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    Brenner Base Tunnel: The World’s Longest Railway Tunnel in the Mountains

    ByEddy March 8, 2024March 15, 2024

     The Brenner Pass, which crosses the Alps and forms the border between Italy and Austria, is one of the main passes of the Eastern Alpine range and has the lowest altitude among the Alpine passes in the surrounding area. Between 1970 and 1999, highway freight in this region increased sevenfold, from 3 million to…

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    Norway is Building World’s Largest Full Scale Stad Ship Tunnel

    ByEddy March 5, 2024July 13, 2024

    We’ve shared numerous projects showcasing the world-renowned tunnels constructed along highways and railways, many of which are hailed as engineering marvels. However, did you know that there’s a country where significant efforts are underway to prepare tunnels for ships? The Norwegian Coastal Administration is set to construct the world’s inaugural full-scale tunnel designed specifically for…

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