Kuala Lumpur Convention Center Tunnel

Kuala Lumpur Convention Center Tunnel

Location: Malaysia
Client: IJM Corporation Sdn Bhd
Owner: KLCC
Value: RM19M (US$5M)

This project comprised the construction of 1 pedestrian and 1 vehicular tunnel in a design and build contract. The tunnels connect the existing land mark KLCC twin Towers to the new Convention Centre. The total tunnel length is approximately 250m with a width of 6-8m.

Both tunnels were reinforced concrete structures built using the cut-and-cover construction method. Each tunnel was designed using a ground bearing base slab.

RB’s scope included the permanent works design as well as temporary earth retaining structures. Particular attention was required to the issue of limiting any potential settlement of the existing towers. Significant cost and programme savings were achieved through careful design and optimisation by RB.