In July 2025, China commenced construction on what will become the largest hydropower dam in the world, situated in Medog County, located within the Tibet Autonomous Region. This ambitious infrastructure project is expected to generate 60 gigawatts (GW) of electricity—nearly three times the output of the famous Three Gorges Dam—cementing China’s global dominance in large-scale renewable energy and marking a …
India has officially inaugurated the Chenab Rail Bridge, now recognized as the world’s highest railway bridge. Located in the Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir, this mega infrastructure project is a landmark achievement in connecting the Kashmir Valley with the rest of India through the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Railway Line (USBRL). About the Chenab Bridge The Chenab Bridge crosses the Chenab River …
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has awarded a 20.5 billion dirham ($5.6 billion) contract for the construction of the Dubai Metro Blue Line to a consortium comprising Turkey’s MAPA and Limak, alongside China’s state-owned CRRC. The Blue Line, set to become a critical addition to Dubai’s public transportation network, aims to enhance connectivity, reduce traffic congestion, and support the …
The Toll Regulatory Board (TRB) has announced that San Miguel Corporation (SMC) is set to commence construction on two major toll road projects—the Northern Access Link Expressway (NALEX) and the Southern Access Link Expressway (SALEX)—within the first quarter of 2025. Northern Access Link Expressway (NALEX) NALEX is a significant infrastructure initiative designed to enhance connectivity between Metro Manila, the New …
The Ocean Spiral is an ambitious concept for an underwater city developed by Japan’s Shimizu Corporation. Envisioned as a solution to overpopulation and rising sea levels, this futuristic project proposes a self-sustaining deep-sea habitat that harnesses oceanic resources to support human life. While still in the conceptual phase, the Ocean Spiral has generated worldwide interest due to its innovative approach …