In Anhui Province in the east of the Chinese mainland, engineers have reached a new high-voltage milestone: the 500 kV Xiangjian-Ludao power line now spans 1,578 meters across the Huaihe River, supported by two 193-meter steel towers on each bank.
This engineering feat offers more than a striking skyline silhouette. By transmitting electricity at ultra-high voltage, it reduces power losses over long distances and bolsters grid stability, supporting everything from urban centers to digital startups across the region.
The project highlights innovation in tower design and cable technology—a fusion of precision engineering and advanced materials that can inspire the next wave of sustainable infrastructure. As nations worldwide seek to upgrade grids and embrace clean energy, feats like this set new benchmarks.
For travelers along the Huaihe River banks, the sight of these towering pylons speaks to progress and possibility, reminding us that bridging physical divides also connects communities, economies, and ideas. Each kilowatt flowing through this corridor brings us closer to a more resilient, interconnected future.
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500 kV power transmission project completes Huaihe River crossing
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