en.Wedoany.com Reported - The Cross River Rail project is a major transport infrastructure project in Brisbane, Australia, aimed at enhancing the city's rail capacity, including the construction of twin tunnels under the Brisbane River. The project has now entered the tunnel fit-out phase, with approximately 180 workers installing critical systems such as cables, pipes, and emergency walkways. Around 18 kilometres of feeder cable have been laid to support communication systems, which will be used for train signalling and mobile network coverage in the future.

The Cross River Rail project is facing significant delays and cost escalations. As of 2026, the expected opening has been pushed back to 2029, with cost estimates ranging between A$17 billion and A$19 billion. Despite the challenges, construction of the 5.9-kilometre twin tunnels, four new underground stations (Boggo Road, Woolloongabba, Albert Street, Roma Street), and upgrades to surface stations are progressing.

The tunnel design for the Cross River Rail project prioritises safety. The tunnels feature 16 cross-passages, one every 240 metres, equipped with smoke detectors, speakers, cameras, lighting, and emergency telephones to ensure safe personnel evacuation. Cable and walkway installation is nearing completion, with the next step being the installation of overhead electrical systems to power the trains.

The Cross River Rail project is scheduled for extensive testing and commissioning, with operations expected to commence in 2029. Queensland's Minister for Transport and Main Roads, Mark Bailey, stated that the project is committed to achieving reliable and safe operations, working diligently to integrate all complex systems, and praised the efforts of the developers.

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