New Metro Line to Connect City Center with Airport

Construction site of the new metro line with heavy machinery and workers in high-visibility vests.
Construction work is progressing rapidly on the new underground line.

The city’s major infrastructure project, the new ‘Skyline’ metro route, has reached a significant milestone with the completion of tunneling between Central Station and the Eastern District. The new line is designed to significantly reduce travel time from the urban center to the international airport.

Project Details and Timelines

The project, with a total budget of €1.2 billion, includes the construction of eight new stations, each featuring unique architectural designs and public art installations. The trains running on this line will be fully automated and powered by renewable energy.

“This is not just a transportation project; it’s a catalyst for economic growth and urban development for the entire eastern corridor,” stated a project representative.

Initial test runs are scheduled to begin in the coming months, with full public operation expected to launch next year. Commuters are eagerly anticipating the convenience of a direct 20-minute connection to the airport terminals.

Economic and Environmental Impact

Beyond improving transit, the metro line is projected to reduce downtown traffic congestion by an estimated 15% and lower carbon emissions by thousands of tons annually. New commercial and residential developments are already planned around several of the future station locations.

Central Station

Central Station, officially known as Grand Central Terminal, is a historic railroad terminal in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. Opened in 1913, it was built by the New York Central Railroad and is renowned for its magnificent Beaux-Arts architecture. It remains one of the world’s most famous and busiest railway stations, serving as a major transportation hub and a beloved landmark.

Eastern District

The Eastern District is a vibrant, historically industrial neighborhood on Hong Kong Island that has undergone significant gentrification in recent decades. Originally a working-class industrial and warehouse zone, it transformed in the late 20th century into a trendy area known for its creative spaces, art galleries, and cafes. Its history is still visible in its converted factory buildings and traditional shopfronts that stand alongside modern high-rises.

international airport

An international airport is a major aviation facility with customs and border control services that enable travel between countries. The first such airports emerged in the early 20th century as air travel became commercially viable, with facilities like Le Bourget in Paris (1919) becoming early hubs for international routes. They have since evolved into vast, complex infrastructures that serve as critical gateways for global trade, tourism, and cultural exchange.