China's longest metro loop line enters full operation in Wuhan
Summary
Wuhan’s Metro Line 12 has entered full operation, becoming China’s longest metro loop line at 59.9 kilometers with 37 underground stations. The project is expected to improve cross-river commuting in the central Chinese city and add to its expanding transport network.
Key Points
- Metro Line 12 in Wuhan is now fully operational, making it China’s longest metro loop line.
- The 59.9-kilometer line serves 37 underground stations across seven urban districts and connects major railway hubs.
- Construction was technically challenging because the route crosses the Yangtze River twice and the Hanjiang River once.
- China says the project supports its broader push to improve integrated transport services during the 15th Five-Year Plan period.
