Kano Light Rail (Nigeria): CRCC & Infrastructure Advancements

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“The Kano light rail project, led by CRCC, is on track to deliver 74.3 kilometers of railway by the end of 2024. Discover how this $394 million project is transforming public transit.”

Kano Light Rail (Nigeria): CRCC & Infrastructure Advancements
September 5, 2016 1:37 am
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Introduction

The first phase of the Kano light rail project in Nigeria, covering 74.3 kilometers, is expected to be completed by the end of 2024. The project, awarded in 2019 to China Railway Construction Corporation (CRCC), involves the construction of two lines and the procurement of rolling stock.

Project Overview

The Kano light rail project, initiated in 2019, is divided into five phases. The first phase, managed by CRCC, entails the construction of two lines. Line 1 will span 27.3 kilometers from Dawanau to Katsina Road, while Line 2 will cover 47 kilometers from NNPC Depot to Bichi. The total length of the first phase is 74.3 kilometers. The project also includes the acquisition of rolling stock.

Financial and Operational Details

The total cost for the first phase of the Kano light rail project is $394 million. The project’s completion date is scheduled for the end of 2024. The state government is managing the project, with a focus on delivering efficient and effective public transportation.

Contractor and Infrastructure

China Railway Construction Corporation (CRCC) is the primary contractor for the Kano light rail project. The company is responsible for the construction of the two lines and the procurement of the necessary rolling stock. This project is a key infrastructure development for the state.

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Conclusion

The Kano light rail project, undertaken by CRCC, is progressing with the aim of completing the first phase, which involves 74.3 kilometers of track and rolling stock procurement, by the end of 2024. The total cost for this phase is $394 million.

Company Summary

China Railway Construction Corporation (CRCC): CRCC is the primary contractor for the Kano light rail project, responsible for constructing the lines and procuring rolling stock.