MTR halts unauthorized remedial works at Hong Kong station over column gaps

MTR Corporation discovered unauthorized remedial works filling gaps up to 30cm between columns and ceiling at a station under construction, and ordered main contractor Bouygues-Dragages Joint Venture to suspend them. The incident raises safety and quality concerns for the project, with potential delays and cost implications. The extent of structural impact and regulatory follow-up remain uncertain.

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