Chronology

The contract for the Eurasia Tunnel was awarded on June 2008 and construction began with a kick-off ceremony in February 2011.

Eurasia Tunnel, chronology, date of award of contract, construction kick-off ceremony

2016

• Completion of the Project and Launch for Service
• First vehicle passes through the Tunnel

2015

• Completion of TBM tunnel excavation
• Completion of NATM land tunnels excavation

2014

• Reaching the deepest elevation (106 meters under sea floor)
• Installation of the second seismic ring
• Installation of the first seismic ring
• Start of excavation by the TBM

2013

• Initiation of the TBM on the site
• Reception Ceremony for the TBM
• Financial Closure
• Start of the Contract Period

2012

• Sign of the Financing Agreements
• Foundation of YM & SK Joint Venture

2011

• Construction Kick-off Ceremony
• Signing of the Implementation Contract

2008

• Date of Award of Contract

2005

• NIPPON KOEI conducted feasibility studies