Annex 2

Progress Report of the (East) Scheme (as of August 2016)

Introduction

This paper provides the latest update of the project as of August 2016.

Highlights

2. As at the 31 August 2016, the overall works for South Island Line (East) (“SIL(E)”) are 98.5% completed. Construction of Nam Fung Tunnel, Tunnel and the viaduct / noise barrier has been completed, while the track-laying works, installation of overhead lines and trackside auxiliary services have also been completed from Admiralty to Station. Full-line on-track testing of the new SIL(E) trains began in mid-February 2016.

3. At Admiralty Station, cut-and-cover excavation is completed, and the construction of the station structure is substantially complete. Ocean Park Station, Station, , and Wong Chuk Hang Depot have entered pre-operational phase. In view of the current progress, SIL(E) is still targeted to open at the end of 2016. However, the continuing construction challenges at Admiralty Station Extension have put the target commissioning date at risk. Whether the project could be commissioned as scheduled would depend on the progress of the remaining works, train testing and statutory inspections in the coming few months. Remaining works critical to achieve the target opening date are the fitting-out, electrical and mechanical (“E&M”) and building services installation works at Admiralty Station. Thorough testing and run-in will need to be conducted after these works are completed to assure operational performance before the commencement of railway service.

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Project Progress

Admiralty Section

4. Cut-and-cover excavation for the Admiralty Station extension is complete. Construction of the station structures is substantially complete, while fitting-out and E&M works are now progressing in full swing. Challenge remains for these works and the Corporation will continue to work closely with its contractors to ensure that sufficient manpower is secured to achieve the required progress.

5. The construction of Park Ventilation Building is completed.

Nam Fung Tunnel Portal Site

6. The construction of Nam Fung Tunnel has been completed. The Nam Fung Ventilation Building has entered into pre-operational phase upon the completion of construction.

Ocean Park Section and Wong Chuk Hang Section

7. Ocean Park Station, and Wong Chuk Hang Depot have entered into pre-operational phase and a series of testing and preparatory work is underway to pave way for future operation.

8. The construction of the public transport facilities at Wong Chuk Hang Station and the road network improvement measures in the area such as the widening of the section of Heung Yip Road near Wong Chuk Hang Station to four-lane-two-way-traffic are substantially complete, and the new road sections have been opened to the public on 19 June 2016. The pedestrian link to Aberdeen Channel Promenade has been opened to the public on 6 August 2016. As for the park with pet facilities, the construction works including that for the lighting power supply have been completed.

Lei Tung Section

9. Structural works for Lei Tung Station and its entrances have been completed with fitting-out and E&M works substantially completed. The station has entered into pre-operational phase.

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South Horizons Section

10. South Horizons Station and its entrances, the End Plant Building at Yuk Kwai Shan and the ventilation building at Lee Wing Street have entered into pre-operational phase upon completion of construction, and a series of testing and preparatory work is underway.

11. The carriageway reinstatement works for Yi Nam Road, South Horizon Drive and Lee Nam Road are substantially completed upon the re-opening of the junction of Lee Nam Road and Yi Nam Road on 29 August 2016.

District Facilities Reinstatement Works

12. The reinstatement works for district facilities in Southern District are completed.

Community Liaison

13. The Corporation sponsored and supported “Connecting Hong Kong South – Cultural Tour Programme” co-ordinated by The Warehouse Teenage Club to introduce the historical and cultural spots in Southern District and SIL(E) to local residents through a number of tours from July to the fourth quarter of 2016. Besides, the Corporation is organising a series of roving exhibitions and talks at schools, institutions and housing estates along the alignment of SIL(E) from late August to the fourth quarter to enhance the public’s understanding of the new rail line. Information regarding the above activities are available on the SIL(E) project website: http://www.mtr-southislandline.hk/en/index.html.

Conclusion

14. Members are invited to note the above information set out in the paper.

MTR Corporation September 2016

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