[1][9] The TramWave technology was especially problematic and despite 11 different modifications to the power supply, it has remained problematic, with accidents related to the power supply system happening on average 0.13 times for every thousand kilometer travelled by all trams combined,[10] and has risen higher every year, with a failure rate of 0.05 in 2017.

Related infrastructure, such as the signals, ticket machines and platforms all remained in original condition, albeit some had rusted in the three years after service was suspended.

When asked by China Business Journal about the plans for the line, the transport department of Zhuhai replied that the question was sensitive and had no comment.

CRRC Dalian opposed the closure and had entered talks with the city on restarting the tram network.

[11] On May 7, 2024, the government officially announced the dismantling of tram Line 1 and the restoration of normal road paving.