Sichuan Road and Bridge Group
| Company type | Government-owned corporation |
|---|---|
| Industry | Engineering, construction, mining |
| Founded | 1998 |
| Headquarters | Chengdu , China |
| Parent | Shudao Investment Group |
Sichuan Road and Bridge Group (abbreviated as SRBG) is a Chinese government-owned corporation engaged in engineering, construction, and mining sectors.
History
Established in 1998 and headquartered in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, SRBG functions as a subsidiary under Shudao Investment Group. The firm has grown its presence both within China and internationally by undertaking large-scale infrastructure and mining ventures.
In February 2024, SRBG became the subject of an official inquiry following a fatal flash flood event in Jinyang County, Sichuan, which occurred in August 2023. The calamity resulted in six fatalities and left 46 individuals unaccounted for after floodwaters devastated a workers’ dormitory managed by the company. The provincial authorities' investigation determined that SRBG had illegally occupied river channels during the flood season and failed to execute timely evacuations of personnel. Furthermore, it was uncovered that employees from both SRBG and Shudao Investment Group manipulated missing persons records. As a consequence, twelve staff members faced prosecution for falsifying reports and negligence, while over 120 Communist Party members and officials were disciplined for failing to fulfill their responsibilities.
International projects
SRBG has been involved in several prominent international infrastructure projects across multiple nations:
- Norway: In 2013, the company secured a €93 million contract to fabricate steel components for the Hålogaland Bridge, which spans 1,533 meters. This bridge, inaugurated in December 2018, holds the distinction of being the longest suspension bridge within the Arctic Circle.
- Bangladesh: As part of a joint venture, SRBG is engaged in constructing the 48-kilometer Dhaka Bypass Expressway through a public-private partnership arrangement, with work commencing in December 2019.
- Tunisia: The firm initiated construction on the Bizerte Bridge in 2024, projected to become Tunisia’s largest bridge upon its completion within three years, intended to alleviate congestion over the Bizerte Canal.
- Eritrea: Since 1996, SRBG has been active in developing roadways, healthcare facilities, and educational infrastructure while also investing in local mining operations.
Mining activities
SRBG conducts its mining operations via its subsidiary Sichuan Road & Bridge Mining Investment Development Corp. Ltd.:
- Asmara Project: In November 2015, SRBG purchased a 60% ownership interest in Asmara Mining Share Company from Sunridge Gold Ltd. for US$65 million. This project involves extracting copper, gold, and various polymetallic minerals. By 2021, financing had been secured and development was progressing.
- Colluli Potash Project: In January 2023, SRBG revealed intentions to acquire half of Colluli Mining Share Company, which controls the Colluli potash deposit. The combined expenditure for acquisition and development is estimated at approximately US$950 million.
Domestic projects
Within China, SRBG has spearheaded several key infrastructure initiatives:
- Xingkang Bridge: Completed in 2018, this suspension bridge crosses the Dadu River in Sichuan with a main span measuring 1,100 meters and serves as a vital link between major expressways.
- Bosideng Bridge: Opened to traffic in 2012 over the Yangtze River in Sichuan Province, this arch bridge features a main span of 530 meters, ranking it among the world’s longest arch bridges.