The Project will construct the city’s first underground metro line, Line 1 with a total route length of 25.342 km and a total number of 19 stations. The capacity of the metro line is designed for more than 500,000 passenger trips on a daily basis by 2046. The metro connects the residential areas to the city center and provides easy access to public services, business, commercial centers and cultural sites. It enables (i) increased transport capacity, thus easing congestion on existing roads, (ii) faster commute and improved mobility, (iii) enhanced comfort, safety and reliability of traffic in the city, (iv) improved connectivity contributing to a balanced city spatial development, and (v) more robust socio-economic development of Luoyang.

The objective of the Project is to reduce traffic congestion in Luoyang and to improve the city’s overall mobility, accessibility, and connectivity

The Project was implemented between 2017 and 2021 and put into operation on March 28, 2021. Suppliers for the Project were selected through a competitive and transparent bidding process.

The Project contributes to a lower carbon environment. Congestion on the roads is expected to be reduced. Travel conditions for residents and visitors will be improved. Commuters have an alternative and more time-efficient way to travel daily. The Project benefits metro riders as an efficient, safe and comfortable means of transportation, and also benefits non-riders in Luoyang by diverting traffic away from the current overburdened transport infrastructure. The successful implementation of the Project significantly improves Luoyang’s urban infrastructure that builds a solid foundation for the city’s economic growth and productivity. The Project is classified as Category “A” in accordance with the NDB Environmental and Social Framework for its environmental and social impacts on resettlement of local residents from project site, local ecology and the vibration and dust impacts on cultural relics. Mitigation measures have been designed to minimize vibration, cover and water dust generating activities, use proper drainage, re-use waste water to avoid pollution of water sources, install silencers and enclose noise generating facilities. NDB monitors the Project closely and engages with the Project Implementation Agency Luoyang Rail Transportation Co., Ltd. during implementation.