Gwangju Urban Railway 'Sinlim Line Light Rail Transit' Preferred Negotiation Candidate Selected

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Park Seon-gang] Gwangju Metropolitan Rapid Transit Corporation (President Yoon Jin-bo) announced on the 22nd that it has been selected as the preferred negotiator for Seoul's 'Sillim Line Light Rail Operation and Maintenance Project.'

In this project implemented by Namseoul Light Rail Co., Ltd., the corporation formed a consortium with Hyundai Rotem Co., Ltd., emphasizing its extensive urban railway operation expertise, resulting in its selection as the preferred negotiator.

The Sillim Line Light Rail consists of a total length of 7.76 km from 'Yeouido Saetgang Station' to 'Seoul National University Station,' with 11 stations, 1 vehicle depot, and 1 integrated control building, and is scheduled to open in June 2022.

The total project cost is 370 billion KRW, and the corporation will be responsible for operation and maintenance for 4 years and 1 month.

In particular, since the Sillim Line Light Rail uses the rubber-tired system like Gwangju Metro Line 2, it is expected to signal a green light for securing technology in preparation for Line 2.

By participating from the operation preparation stage of the Sillim Line Light Rail, the corporation plans not only to create new jobs and increase profits but also to promote its excellent advanced technical know-how nationwide.

President Yoon Jin-bo said, "This Sillim Line Light Rail project has widely publicized the corporation's operational efficiency and technological capabilities," adding, "We will continue to challenge various projects and pursue proactive management."

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