High-tech gear such as this tunnel boring machine make large-scale construction projects possible in the heart of the city. Photo: K.Y. Cheng High-tech gear such as this tunnel boring machine make large-scale construction projects possible in the heart of the city. Photo: K.Y. Cheng
High-tech gear such as this tunnel boring machine make large-scale construction projects possible in the heart of the city. Photo: K.Y. Cheng
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Underground explosions help shape new MTR station at Admiralty

Subterranean explosions, freezing earth and plans for superfast elevators help the MTR inch steadily towards its next phase of service

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Olivia Rosenman
Olivia Rosenman

Updated: 4:38pm, 14 Apr, 2014

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High-tech gear such as this tunnel boring machine make large-scale construction projects possible in the heart of the city. Photo: K.Y. Cheng High-tech gear such as this tunnel boring machine make large-scale construction projects possible in the heart of the city. Photo: K.Y. Cheng
High-tech gear such as this tunnel boring machine make large-scale construction projects possible in the heart of the city. Photo: K.Y. Cheng
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