The works include the construction of a dual two-lane trunk road, including a 4.8km vehicular tunnel linking the proposed Sha Tau Kok Road and Fanling Highway interchanges. The project also involves construction of an administration building and three ventilation buildings, together with tunnel electrical and mechanical works, plus associated works.

The CEDD has set at deadline of 25 January for the tender. Construction will start in May 2013, for completion in November 2017. The department has commissioned Aecom Asia to design and supervise the works.