Excitement brews in the construction world as the first tunnel element for the Fehmarnbelt link project reaches a significant milestone. Cast at the tunnel factory in Rødbyhavn, this monumental achievement marks the beginning of a transformative infrastructure project.
Comprising nine segments totaling 217 meters in length, the first tunnel element is a testament to the meticulous planning and execution by the project team. Henrik Vincentsen, CEO of Femern A/S, expresses pride in this accomplishment, highlighting the complexity of casting such a large concrete structure and the successful integration of technology and methods.
As the first of 79 standard tunnel elements, the casting process serves as a crucial learning experience. Data collection and preparation will continue until the end of May, ensuring that insights gained are systematically integrated into subsequent elements. Sébastien Bliaut, director of FLC, emphasizes the ambition to turn the exceptional into routine practice, underscoring the project’s groundbreaking nature.
Continuous optimization of the casting process is underway, with the goal of streamlining production as the work crew gains experience. The second complete tunnel element is anticipated to emerge from the production lines by mid-May, signaling ongoing progress in the project timeline.
Meanwhile, at the construction site on Lolland, the contractor consortium, FBC, is diligently preparing for the immersion of the first tunnel element later this year. Excavation works for the portal and tunnel trench are underway, setting the stage for the next phase of construction.
The Fehmarnbelt tunnel project stands as Denmark’s largest construction endeavor and the largest construction site in Northern Europe. Spanning 18 kilometers, the tunnel will be the world’s longest immersed tunnel upon completion, revolutionizing travel between Denmark and Germany. With estimated travel times of just 7 minutes by train and 10 minutes by car, the tunnel promises to enhance connectivity and facilitate economic growth in the region.
As the project progresses, stakeholders remain committed to delivering a world-class infrastructure asset that will redefine transportation across the Fehmarnbelt.
Excitement brews in the construction world as the first tunnel element for the Fehmarnbelt link project reaches a significant milestone. Cast at the tunnel factory in Rødbyhavn, this monumental achievement marks the beginning of a transformative infrastructure project.
Comprising nine segments totaling 217 meters in length, the first tunnel element is a testament to the meticulous planning and execution by the project team. Henrik Vincentsen, CEO of Femern A/S, expresses pride in this accomplishment, highlighting the complexity of casting such a large concrete structure and the successful integration of technology and methods.
As the first of 79 standard tunnel elements, the casting process serves as a crucial learning experience. Data collection and preparation will continue until the end of May, ensuring that insights gained are systematically integrated into subsequent elements. Sébastien Bliaut, director of FLC, emphasizes the ambition to turn the exceptional into routine practice, underscoring the project’s groundbreaking nature.
Continuous optimization of the casting process is underway, with the goal of streamlining production as the work crew gains experience. The second complete tunnel element is anticipated to emerge from the production lines by mid-May, signaling ongoing progress in the project timeline.
Meanwhile, at the construction site on Lolland, the contractor consortium, FBC, is diligently preparing for the immersion of the first tunnel element later this year. Excavation works for the portal and tunnel trench are underway, setting the stage for the next phase of construction.
The Fehmarnbelt tunnel project stands as Denmark’s largest construction endeavor and the largest construction site in Northern Europe. Spanning 18 kilometers, the tunnel will be the world’s longest immersed tunnel upon completion, revolutionizing travel between Denmark and Germany. With estimated travel times of just 7 minutes by train and 10 minutes by car, the tunnel promises to enhance connectivity and facilitate economic growth in the region.
As the project progresses, stakeholders remain committed to delivering a world-class infrastructure asset that will redefine transportation across the Fehmarnbelt.
Source:Femern