[Latest progress on the China Weishu high-speed railway to Qingdao line]On the early morning of June 3, 2026, the Weisu high-speed railway to Qingdao connecting line crossed the Great Wall continuous beam and successfully closed in Zhucheng, Shandong. The total length of the beam is over 237 meters, with a main span of 108 meters. Due to the fact that Liangxia Qi Great Wall is a national level cultural heritage site, the construction party optimized the construction plan and tackled key technologies to achieve precise closure while protecting cultural relics. This line is a key connecting project of the national high-speed railway network, expected to be opened in 2028. After opening, it will open up a fast high-speed railway channel from Jiaodong to Beijing Tianjin Hebei and the Yangtze River Delta.Editor/Gong Ziwei
On June 4, 2026, it was reported that the single container cargo value of the China Europe freight train increased by 41% year-on-year, the customs clearance efficiency improved by 30%, and the stable operation of connecting Asia and Europe was achieved, restructuring the cross-border supply chain system.Editor/Gao Xue
Recently, SimFer, a joint venture between China Aluminum and Rio Tinto, has completed the construction of the Simandou iron ore branch railway. The 74 kilometer line connects the mining area with the main line and can transport 60 million tons of iron ore annually.Editor/Gao Xue