After more than three years of construction, the Thuan An sea-crossing bridge—one of central Vietnam’s largest transport infrastructure projects and the longest of its kind in the region—has officially opened to traffic, creating a vital coastal corridor and new momentum for economic and tourism development in central Hue city.
The bridge is a key component of the coastal road project running through Hue. Construction began on March 24, 2022, with initial plans for completion by March 2025. However, delays in site clearance extended the timeline beyond schedule.
Phase 1 of the project has a total investment of around VND2.4 trillion (approximately $94 million), including more than VND2.08 trillion for construction. The route stretches about 7.8 km, starting at the intersection of National Highway 49B and Tam Giang Bridge, and ending at the junction of National Highways 49A and 49B.
The Thuan An bridge itself spans roughly 2.36 km, making it the longest sea-crossing bridge in central Vietnam, while the connecting road section extends about 5.3 km.
The bridge is expected to enhance the coastal transport network, ease congestion on existing routes, and unlock new opportunities for regional connectivity, marine tourism, and coastal services in Hue.
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