Kayin State to complete Mt Zwegabin cable car project in 2018
The ongoing cable car project for Zwegabin Mountain in Kayin State will continue despite financial difficulties, said a member of the committee for organising the project.
The project began in Lonbini Garden at the foot of the mountain in cooperation with Australian technicians.
"First, we planned the project financially, using cash donated by public well-wishers across the country and under cooperation between Malaysia's Pinang Cable Car Company and local Hsan Tech Company. However, it was cancelled for various reasons. Now, the project is going to be implemented by Chit Lin Myaing Toyata Company and Zwegabin Land Development Company. The cost is estimated be less than US$20 million" said the committee member.
After the project, Chit Lin Myaing Co will retain 75 per cent of revenues and Zwegabin Co 25 per cent. Under the project, two cable cars, each with a seating capacity of 50 people will run. The lifespan of the cable is expected to be 15 years old.
The rocky Mount Zwegabin, which is 7 miles from the state capital Hpa-an is a famous landmark of Kayin State. Local people say the success of the project will be an important symbol for peace and will result in many more tourists from both home and abroad visiting the site.