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AllAfrica
5 days ago
- Automotive
- AllAfrica
China accelerates its maglev train to catch up with Japan
China previewed its new magnetic levitation (maglev) train, boasting a maximum speed of 600 kilometers per hour (373 miles per hour), in a recent event after completing the first phase of its engineering design. If successfully built and operated, this bullet train can catch up with Japan's fastest maglev train: the L0 Series, which achieved a record speed of 603 km per hour (375 mph) during a test run in April 2015. The L0 Series trains run at a maximum speed of 500 km per hour (311 mph) in commercial service, offering a journey time of 1 hour 7 minutes between Tokyo and Osaka. China's new maglev train, developed by China Railway Rolling Stock Corporation (CRRC), was displayed at the 17th Modern Railways exhibition in Beijing from July 8 to 10. China State Railway Group and the International Union of Railways (UIC) also co-hosted the 12th World Congress on High-Speed Rail at the same venue. The vehicle can travel between Beijing and Shanghai in 2.5 to three hours, compared with the four-hour journey achieved by the current high-speed train. In China, the Shanghai Maglev is currently the fastest train in commercial operation, reaching 430 km per hour (267 mph) between Shanghai Pudong Airport and Longyang Road station. It used technology developed by Transrapid International, a joint venture between Siemens and Thyssenkrupp in Germany. 'The new superconducting maglev train will be used to supplement the existing network to implement point-to-point transportation,' said Shao Nan, a senior engineer at CRRC Changchun Railway Vehicles. 'It can fill the speed gap between high-speed rail and aviation within 2,000 km per hour (1,243 mph).' She said the vehicle will move on rubber wheels when its speed is below 150 km per hour and will be lifted by magnetic fields when moving faster than that. Footage from the state-owned China Central Television showed an animation about how the rubber wheels are retracted before the train enters a maglev mode. Shao added that the first phase of the train's engineering was completed in July last year. She said the company will carry out more route and safety tests and engineering viability assessments for the train before deploying the train for commercial use. CRRC Changchun did not announce any roadmap for the train's commercial operation. It also did not disclose any information about how the train was designed and built, or whether any foreign partners were involved. This train likely came from the same project as the CRRC 600, which was developed by CRRC Qingdao Sifang (CRRC Changchun's sister company) using Transrapid technology under license from the German firm Thyssenkrupp. Back in 2016, CRRC announced that it would develop a maglev train with a designed top speed of 600 km per hour. In July 2018, CRRC and Thyssenkrupp signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on technology cooperation, targeting applications in the fields of smart mobility, magnetic technology, environmental protection, and renewable energy. In July 2021, Xinhua reported that CRRC Qingdao Sifang, a fully-owned unit of CRRC, 'self-developed' the CRRC 600. The company allowed visitors to experience for themselves inside the train's cabin. In September 2023, it displayed the same train at the 2023 World Manufacturing Convention in Hefei, Anhui province. An academic paper published by a group of Chinese and German mechanical engineers in March 2023 showed a close partnership between CRRC Qingdao Sifang and Thyssenkrupp. In February 2024, the European Commission launched an anti-subsidy probe into CRRC Qingdao Sifang over its bid for a €610 million (US$712 million) Bulgarian public procurement contract to provide electric trains, along with maintenance and staff training. The EC stopped the investigation after CRRC Qingdao Sifang withdrew its bid. Now, the CRRC Changchun has become the project manager of CRRC's new maglev train. An article published by China Youth Net, a unit of the Communist Youth League of China, said that, from the perspective of commercial value or future applications, high-speed maglev lines are more suitable for use between some large urban clusters with high-end passenger traffic. It added that, from the energy consumption perspective, the longer the distance the more obvious the comprehensive benefits and advantages. 'If high-speed maglev lines only serve Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou, the passenger flow will be far from enough,' the article said. 'Besides, ticket prices for these maglev trains will have to be higher than those of the existing high-speed railways in the future.' Citing industry experts, the article said it will take a long time before CRRC's new maglev train can begin commercial operations. Some analysts have pointed out that weak market demand, rather than maglev technology, is the main obstacle for China to accelerate its high-speed train. In February this year, a group of Chinese commentators said a report by the National Audit Office (NAO) had found that China's high-speed railway saw an 'about 100 billion yuan of total loss' in the nine months ending December 31, 2024. A article also said China's high-speed railway network was 45,000 kilometers at the end of 2023, but only 2,300 kilometers, or 6% of the total, could make a profit. Read: China's fast-growing high-speed railway network faces reality
Libya Herald
5 days ago
- Business
- Libya Herald
China to resume implementation of its stalled railways projects in Libya
Libyan Railroads reported last Saturday (12 July) that an agreement was signed on the same day in Beijing with China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) for the Chinese company to resume the implementation work on its stalled railway projects ''in accordance with the contracts concluded between the two parties''. No further details of the contract were revealed. The agreement was signed during Libyan Railroads' delegation's visit to China to participate in the 12th World Congress on High-Speed Rail in Beijing from 8 to 11 July. The agreement signing followed a working meeting held last Friday 11 July between the technical delegation of Libyan Railroads headed by Chairman Saeed Al-Kilani, and members of his accompanying delegation with Chen Shichang, General Manager of CCECC and several company officials, in the presence of the Libyan Ambassador to China, Khaled Al-Sayeh. The meeting discussed the contracts concluded between the two parties to implement railway projects in the Tripoli – Ras Ajdir, Tripoli – Sirte and Al-Haysha – Sabha sectors. During the meeting CCECC had expressed its desire to complete the implementation of the project. It was agreed to continue coordination to demonstrate the difficulties and find solutions for the return of the Chinese company to resume the implementation of the Libyan railway project. UIC exempts Libyan Railways from unpaid membership fees At the event the Libyan Railroads delegation, led by Chairman Saeed Salem Al-Kilani, also met with François Davin, Director General of the International Union of Railways (UIC) where UIC exempted Libyan Railroads from its unpaid membership fees for previous years. . Libyan Railroads holds meeting with LIA – discusses possibilities of investment and financing Libyan Railroads preparing economic feasibility studies with Italy's ITALFERR for Chad-Niger rail link Libyan Railroads signs MoU with Chinese BFI Consortium for rail line to Egypt ( Libyan Railroads participates in French Libyan Transport Forum 11 to 12 December, Paris ( Libyan Railroads meets eastern government and BFI to discuss way forward ( Libyan Railroads participates in ''Financing Railway Projects in Africa Forum'' in Dakkar, Senegal ( Libyan Railroads and Russian Railways discuss activating stalled Sirte-Benghazi rail project ( Libyan Railroads holds consultations with the ambassadors of Chad and Niger on rail link for transit trade route ( Greece's Mytilineos indicates desire to invest in Tripoli and Benghazi metros: Libyan Railroads ( Railroads Libya visits sites to follow up on damage and loss of equipment ( Railroads Libya hosts Tunisian engineering firm ( Railroads Libya holds meeting with Hill International in Greece ( BOT is the way forward for completion of Libya's railway project ( A railway system is fundamental to diversifying Libya's economy post-oil ( 'The Importance of Railways to Sustainable Growth, Transit Trade and Economic Development'' workshop – Tripoli, 22 November ( Libyan Railways Implementation Authority invites International Federation of Railways to participate in November workshop ( Delegation from Libya's Rail Authority visits InnoTrans 2022 in preparation for workshop ( Libyan Rail Authority meets Chinese about restarting projects ( Libya's Railroad Authority tests old locomotive and 10 KM track from Khoms Port to Khoms station ( Egypt and Libya contemplating extending Egypt's rail line to Benghazi ( Egypt to build rail line to Benghazi ( Libya to develop its coastal free zones with African states through its railway project and create partnerships with EU ( Russia considers resumption of work on Libyan railway ( Massive LD 50-billion development of Tobruk unveiled; railway to Sudan to be built ( Libya awaiting Chinese team for railway talks ( Railway will be resumed ( Russians in Tripoli for talks on Sirte-Benghazi railway project resumption ( Tripoli and Benghazi LRT systems progress ( Tripoli and Benghazi metro systems moving forward ( Details of foreign consortium to invest and implement Tripoli metro, bus and infrastructure project and its financing revealed ( Bashagha government signs cooperation agreement with Chinese Railways company, BFI and British consultants Arup ( Details of foreign consortium to invest and implement Tripoli metro, bus and infrastructure project and its financing revealed ( Chinese-led foreign consortium to invest and implement Tripoli metro and bus network Tripoli and Benghazi metro systems moving forward First batch of public transport buses shipped from China New bus operations for Tripoli and Benghazi Tripoli and Benghazi LRT systems progress Chinese-led foreign consortium to invest and implement Tripoli metro and bus network ( Transit Trade Road Libya-Niger Transit Trade Road report says US$ 3.2 bn project has numerous national and international benefits (
Bangkok Post
11-07-2025
- Business
- Bangkok Post
China to speed up bullet-train connectivity with neighbours
China will further enhance connectivity with other countries by expanding its high-speed railway network, a senior politician has pledged. The country intends to promote both the "hard connectivity" of infrastructure and the "soft connectivity" of standards and rules to position high-speed rail as a cornerstone for advancing the nation's Belt and Road Initiative, Vice-Premier Zhang Guoqing said at the opening ceremony of the 12th World Congress on High-Speed Rail in Beijing on Tuesday. "China is committed to implementing both major projects and smaller, people-centred initiatives that deliver tangible benefits," Zhang said at the event, which has become a global showcase for high-speed developments and technology. "In carrying out high-speed rail projects abroad, we will enhance support for infrastructure and skills training to better benefit people in all countries." Beijing will continue to advance major landmark rail projects - such as the Hungary-Serbia railway, the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway, and the China-Thailand railway - while participating in the formulation of international railway standards, Zhang added. Marking China's first high-speed rail entry into Europe, the Hungary-Serbia route is designed to connect the two countries' respective capitals, Budapest and Belgrade, and part of the line in Serbia has been operational since 2022. The full route is expected to be completed by 2026, Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said earlier this year. The project, particularly the Hungarian section, has also faced scrutiny from the European Union, which is increasingly wary of China's growing influence in the region. The Thai government approved the second phase of the China-Thailand high-speed railway project earlier this year, and it is expected to begin operations in 2030. This would be nearly a decade later than originally planned, as construction has faced delays and disagreements over financing and design, plus disruptions from the coronavirus pandemic. Having been in limbo for decades, the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway, which looks to connect China's northwestern frontier with several cities in the two Central Asian countries, began full construction earlier this year. With a total investment of US$4.7 billion, the first phase is expected to be completed by the end of the decade. "Against the backdrop of today's crisis-ridden and challenging environment, marked by geopolitical divisions and global instability, opening up new transportation routes is of critical importance," said Bakyt Torobayev, deputy prime minister of Kyrgyzstan, at the same event. "The China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway is such a solution." The 304-kilometre railway line will establish the shortest rail corridor between the East and West, providing direct access for goods to European and Middle Eastern markets and forming a vital transport artery, Torobayev said. "The China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway will reshape the trade landscape." China will strengthen the alignment of high-speed-rail development plans with various countries, and it is willing to share its experience in high-speed rail planning, construction, equipment manufacturing and operation management with other countries, Zhang said. As of the end of 2024, China's high-speed rail network spanned 48,000 kilometres, accounting for more than 70% of the world's total high-speed rail mileage, according to official data. China has collaborated with more than 40 countries and regions across Asia, Europe, North America and Africa in railway planning, design, construction, and operation, according to Wang Lixin, vice-president of the state-owned China Railway. /////////
Korea Herald
10-07-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
The 12th World Congress on High-Speed Rail Was Held in Beijing
MODERN RAILWAYS 2025 Held Concurrently BEIJING, July 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report from China Daily: According to China State Railway Group Co., Ltd. (CR), the 12th World Congress on High-Speed Rail was held in Beijing from July 8 to 11, 2025, co-hosted by CR and the International Union of Railways (UIC). Under the theme "High-Speed Rail: Innovation and Development for a Better Life". More than 2,000 participants attended the event, including government officials, diplomatic envoys, corporate executives, experts, and scholars from over 60 countries, regions, and international organizations, as well as domestic representatives. The attending representatives highly commended the rapid development and notable achievements of China's high-speed rail in recent years. A broad consensus was reached on key issues concerning the future of high-speed rail innovation and development. The congress served as a global platform for showcasing high-speed rail achievements, fostering technological exchange, and industrial cooperation. It featured 2 roundtables and 30 technical sessions, with over 200 senior executives, experts, and scholars sharing innovations. Over 700 paper submissions from 27 countries and international organizations brought together cutting-edge ideas and fresh perspectives. The concurrently held MODERN RAILWAYS 2025 attracted 521 companies from 14 countries and regions. A number of advanced technologies and high-end equipment, such as Railway unmanned aerial vehicle intelligent inspection, were unveiled. Thirty innovative train models, including the CR450 Fuxing EMU trains and maglev trains were displayed. The exhibition featured over 30,000 categories of exhibits and welcomed more than 72,000 visitors, offering the public a window into the future of high-speed rail technology. During the congress, CR signed cooperation agreements with railway groups from France, Spain, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Belarus, Laos, Malaysia and other countries. The congress also featured railway-themed science outreach, fan engagement, and technical visits, promoting high-speed rail culture and building a bridge for mutual learning and exchange among civilizations. China's high-speed rail network spans 48,000 km—over 70% of the global total—connecting 97% of cities with populations over 500,000. Fuxing EMU trains operate at commercial speeds of up to 350 km/h, with over 10,000 daily departures serving more than 16 million passengers. EMU trips have exceeded 22.9 billion. China led the development of all 13 system-level international standards under the UIC, contributing expertise and advancing global rail technology.
Cision Canada
10-07-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
The 12th World Congress on High-Speed Rail Was Held in Beijing
MODERN RAILWAYS 2025 Held Concurrently According to China State Railway Group Co., Ltd. (CR), the 12th World Congress on High-Speed Rail was held in Beijing from July 8 to 11, 2025, co-hosted by CR and the International Union of Railways (UIC). Under the theme "High-Speed Rail: Innovation and Development for a Better Life". More than 2,000 participants attended the event, including government officials, diplomatic envoys, corporate executives, experts, and scholars from over 60 countries, regions, and international organizations, as well as domestic representatives. The attending representatives highly commended the rapid development and notable achievements of China's high-speed rail in recent years. A broad consensus was reached on key issues concerning the future of high-speed rail innovation and development. The congress served as a global platform for showcasing high-speed rail achievements, fostering technological exchange, and industrial cooperation. It featured 2 roundtables and 30 technical sessions, with over 200 senior executives, experts, and scholars sharing innovations. Over 700 paper submissions from 27 countries and international organizations brought together cutting-edge ideas and fresh perspectives. The concurrently held MODERN RAILWAYS 2025 attracted 521 companies from 14 countries and regions. A number of advanced technologies and high-end equipment, such as Railway unmanned aerial vehicle intelligent inspection, were unveiled. Thirty innovative train models, including the CR450 Fuxing EMU trains and maglev trains were displayed. The exhibition featured over 30,000 categories of exhibits and welcomed more than 72,000 visitors, offering the public a window into the future of high-speed rail technology. During the congress, CR signed cooperation agreements with railway groups from France, Spain, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Belarus, Laos, Malaysia and other countries. The congress also featured railway-themed science outreach, fan engagement, and technical visits, promoting high-speed rail culture and building a bridge for mutual learning and exchange among civilizations. China's high-speed rail network spans 48,000 km—over 70% of the global total—connecting 97% of cities with populations over 500,000. Fuxing EMU trains operate at commercial speeds of up to 350 km/h, with over 10,000 daily departures serving more than 16 million passengers. EMU trips have exceeded 22.9 billion. China led the development of all 13 system-level international standards under the UIC, contributing expertise and advancing global rail technology.
