YANGON-MANDALAY RAILWAY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT (PHASE 1) (Yangon – Taungoo Section, 2016 - Present)
Project Brief:
The objectives of the projects are to achieve the maximum train running speed of 100 km/h, to increase the passenger and freight transport capacity, and to achieve train operation service of fewer than 8 hours for the section from Yangon to Mandalay while current traveling time is about 14 and a half to 16 hours. The project deals with the rehabilitation and modernization of the existing Yangon – Mandalay railway line.
Client: Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Myanmar Railways (Japanese ODA Loan)
Services: Construction Supervision
| Sector | Transportation |
| Sector Description | With our global support and strength in transport engineering, MKI is the perfect choice for undertaking strategic and integrated transport planning studies. We provide international consulting services in roads, bridges, railways, airport, and port fields focused particularly towards the needs of public and private sector clients in developing and emerging countries. We offer a full range of consulting services for all stages from preliminary studies, development of master plans, to detailed design, construction supervision, and operation and maintenance. |
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| Project name | YANGON-MANDALAY RAILWAY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT (PHASE 1) |
| Project Location and Timeline | Yangon – Taungoo Section, 2016- Present |
| Client | Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Myanmar Railways |
| Finance | Japanese ODA Loan |
| Services | Construction Supervision |
