Chongqing-Wanzhou High-speed Railway Hits 385 km/h in Joint Debugging Test

The newly built Chongqing Wanzhou high-speed railway conducted the highest level of speed increase test, and the comprehensive inspection showed that the train successfully ran at a speed of 385 kilometers per hour, achieving the goal of the joint debugging and testing stage. The total length of the route is about 254 kilometers, which will facilitate travel along the route and contribute to the construction of the Chengdu Chongqing economic circle. Editor/Min Jing

CR14G Changsha Ganzhou High speed Railway Tianxin Tunnel Successfully Connected

The CR14G Changsha Ganzhou high-speed railway project team has overcome difficulties such as rock fragmentation, and the Tianxinshang tunnel has been successfully completed. This is the second through tunnel in the Gannan section. The project relies on mechanized construction throughout the entire process, effectively preventing and controlling construction risks, assisting in the acceleration of the entire line, and activating red cultural and tourism resources along the route after opening to traffic, promoting the revitalization of the Soviet area. Editor/Min Jing

Sri Lanka Bridge Project Starts Construction

On November 1, 2026, the first bridge of China's emergency aid project for post disaster bridge reconstruction in Sri Lanka started construction in Gampoha, and China and Sri Lanka signed a project approval exchange letter.Editor/Gao Xue

CHN Energy’s Jicuo Wind-Storage Project in Naqu, Xizang Put into Operation

CHN Energy has completed and put into operation the 100 MW wind storage project in Naqujicuo, Xizang, which is the largest similar project in ultra-high altitude areas in China. The construction team overcomes the difficulties of the plateau, innovates multiple technologies, and delivers a large amount of green electricity every year, helping to stabilize the local power grid, ensure people's livelihoods, and promote the development of new energy in the plateau. Editor/Min Jing

CUCBM Proves Major Deep Coalbed Methane Field in Yulin, Shaanxi

CUCBM has made a breakthrough in the Shenfu block of Yulin, Shaanxi Province, by adding proven reserves of coalbed methane and simultaneously identifying associated carbon dioxide and scarce helium gas. With the support of low efficiency well activation technology, it has laid a solid resource foundation for the large-scale production increase of coalbed methane in the Ordos Basin. Editor/Min Jing

Delivery of Uruguay's power transmission and transformation ring network

In 2026, the 500 kV transmission and transformation ring network constructed by Chinese enterprises in Uruguay will be delivered, enhancing power resilience and creating conditions for power exchange with Argentina and Brazil.Editor/Gao Xue

CRFG Completes Tunnel of Central Yunnan Water Diversion Project

The Chengjiang Tunnel in Yuxi section of the Yunnan Central Water Diversion Phase II supporting project, undertaken by China Railway First Group, has been successfully completed. The geological conditions of the tunnel are complex and the construction risk is high. After completion, it can provide water supply to the Chengjiang area every year, help protect the ecological environment of Fuxian Lake, and build a strong regional water safety barrier. Editor/Min Jing

China Railway 14th Bureau Starts Taihu Tunnel of Xiyi S2 Line

At the bank of the Taihu Lake Lake in Wuxi, the Xiyi S2 Line, which CR14G participated in, was formally driven through the the Taihu Lake Lake Tunnel. The starting shield Pioneer was equipped with an intelligent model, which posed a serious construction challenge. After the completion of the project, it will contribute to the integration of the Yangtze River Delta and promote the coordinated development of Xiyi. Editor/Min Jing

TBEA Ships First Converter Transformer for Hunan-Guangdong Back-to-Back Project

The first flexible DC converter transformer for the Hunan Guangdong Back to Back Interconnection Project, manufactured by TBEA Hengbian Company, is being loaded onto a truck and sent to the Chenzhou Converter Station. This project is a key project for the interconnection of the State Grid South Grid, and after being put into operation, it will enhance the ability of Hunan Guangdong power mutual assistance and supply guarantee. The development of other equipment is progressing in an orderly manner. Editor/Min Jing

Ethiopian Megchi Dam put into operation

Recently, the Megchi Irrigation Dam in Ethiopia was completed and put into use, with a total storage capacity of 185 million cubic meters, ensuring irrigation of over 17000 hectares of farmland and benefiting tens of thousands of farmers.Editor/Gao Xue

Signal System Goes Live on Khorgos Silk Road Railway Line

On October 29, 2026, the signal system of the Khorgos Silk Road Special Line Junction Station contracted by First Engineering Co., Ltd. will be put into operation at one time, realizing zero fault tolerance. The line will be paved for 7 kilometers, with a design capacity of 6 million tons, and is ready for operation. Editor/Min Jing

China-Aided Post-Disaster Bridge Reconstruction Kicks Off in Gampaha

On November 1, 2026, China's emergency aid project for post disaster bridge reconstruction in Sri Lanka began construction on the first bridge in the western city of Gampoha. Ambassador Wei Huaxiang and two Sri Lankan ministers attended the event, signed a project proposal exchange letter, and donated stationery and supplies to local elementary school students. Editor/Min Jing

CRFG Completes Chengjiang Tunnel on Central Yunnan Water Diversion

Recently, the Yuxi section of the Yunnan Central Water Diversion Phase II supporting project, undertaken by CRFG, has achieved full tunnel connectivity. The controlled project, Chengjiang Tunnel, has a total length of 6426 meters and can supply 40.34 million cubic meters of water to the Chengjiang area annually after completion, providing additional protection for the ecological security of Fuxian Lake. Editor/Min Jing

CR14G Starts Tunneling for Wuxi-Yixing S2 Line Under Taihu Lake

On October 29, 2026, the home-made 14 meter shield machine Pioneer set off, and the Wuxi Yixing S2 Line was driven through the the Taihu Lake Lake Tunnel. The tunnel is the first super diameter shield tunnel across the Taihu Lake Lake in China, equipped with an intelligent tunneling model, and will help the Yangtze River Delta integration and Wuxi Yixing coordinated development after completion. Editor/Min Jing

Southeast high-speed railway logistics base starts construction in Xiamen

On October 29, 2026, the first high-speed rail logistics base in the southeastern region of China officially started construction at Xiamen International Logistics Port Phase II. The project plan covers an area of about 330000 square meters, with a total construction area of about 180000 square meters and a total investment of about 972 million yuan. It will be linked with the first phase of the project to form a comprehensive logistics hub for parallel operation of ordinary and high-speed railways. It is expected to achieve an annual express freight volume of 112000 tons by 2035.Editor/Cheng Liting

The track laying of Tongjiang Grand Bridge has been completed

On October 29, 2026, the track laying of the Jiatong Railway Tongjiang Extra Large Bridge was completed, and the main body of the project was basically completed, and it is about to be accepted. The project unblocks cross-border logistics channels and helps to jointly build the the Belt and Road with high quality.Editor/Gong Ziwei

The newly built Tianpu Railway is now open for operation

The fastest travel time from Ya'an to Tianfu Airport Station is 80 minutes, and the first direct high-speed train from Ya'an to Yibin takes 2 hours and 39 minutes. The line is a dual track passenger and freight railway, with a total length of about 82 kilometers and a maximum speed of 200 kilometers per hour. The entire line has five stations: Tianfu, Xinjinan, Shou'an, Pujiang, and Chaoyanghu.Editor/Gong Ziwei

The longest subway loop in China has been fully opened in Wuhan

On October 29, 2026, the entire Wuhan Metro Line 12 will be put into operation. This is currently the longest subway loop in China, with a total length of 59.9 kilometers and 37 underground stations. The entire journey takes about 96 minutes. The route crosses the Yangtze River twice and the Han River once, including the ultra long shield tunnel of the Yangtze River subway in China.Editor/Gong Ziwei

The Zhanjiang section of Lanhai Expressway has officially started construction

On October 29, 2026, the Zhanjiang section of Lanhai Expressway officially started construction and is expected to be completed and opened to traffic by 2030. The total length of the route is 152 kilometers, with four lanes in both directions, making it the second expressway from mainland China to Hainan Island. The project aims to build Guangdong's first fully chain intelligent construction site laboratory, selecting routes to avoid mangrove and coral reef protection areas, optimizing design to reduce land use by 996 acres. After completion, it will improve the transportation system across the Qiongzhou Strait and provide stronger road network support for the construction of Hainan Free Trade Port. Editor/Cheng Liting

MBEC Completes Pile Foundation Construction of Dongshan Sea-crossing Bridge

Recently, the last offshore pile foundation of the Dongshan Cross Sea Bridge in Section 4 of the Zhangshan High speed Railway, constructed by MBEC, has been successfully poured, and the construction of 2368 pile foundations for the entire bridge has come to an end. The bridge spans the sea area of Zhao'an Bay, with a total length of 10.724 kilometers. It took 588 days from the first pile drilling in March 2025, laying a solid foundation for the subsequent construction of the abutment and pier body. Editor/Min Jing

Hezi Expressway officially enters the construction phase

On October 26, 2026, the highway from Heyuan Zijin to Jiangdong New Area officially entered the comprehensive construction stage. The project starts from Huanghua Village in Zicheng Town, Zijin County, connecting to National Highway G236, and ends at Nianfeng Village in Linjiang Town, Jiangdong New District, connecting to National Highway G355. The total length of the main line is 48.22 kilometers, constructed according to the standard of a two-way four lane expressway, with a design speed of 100 kilometers per hour. As a key east-west channel for promoting the integration of deep and deep rivers in Heyuan, the project is planned to be completed and opened to traffic in 2029, which will fill the gap in the high-speed connection from Zijin to the city center. Editor/Cheng Liting

Huangjuetuo Bridge main bridge closure

On October 21, 2026, the steel truss of the main bridge of Chongqing Huangjuetuo Yangtze River Bridge, constructed by China Railway Construction Bridge Bureau, was successfully closed. This bridge is the world's largest under construction public rail dual-use suspension bridge, with a total length of 1260 meters and a main span of 765 meters. It adopts a double-layer bridge deck layout. The project relies on digital technology to ensure millimeter level lifting accuracy. After completion, it will divert cross river traffic and improve the Chongqing expressway network.Editor/Gong Ziwei

Hanggang Cloud Data Center South Area

Recently, Hanggang Zhejiang Cloud Computing Data Center South District completed the survey and design bidding, with a total investment of 2.0059 billion yuan, planning about 5000 cabinets and 100000 servers, and is currently in the preliminary design stage.Editor/Gao Xue

Qinghai Qiangqiaoding power transmission and transformation project starts construction

On October 15, 2026, the Qiaoting 110 kV transmission and transformation project, as well as the supporting 10 kV distribution project, officially began construction in Nangqian County, Yushu, Qinghai Province. The total investment of the project is 427.69 million yuan, with the construction of one new substation, two 50 megavolt ampere main transformers, more than 190 kilometers of 110 kV transmission lines, and multiple 10 kV transmission and output lines. After the completion of the project, it will fill the gaps in the southern power grid of Nangqian, significantly improve the reliability of regional power supply, and provide solid power support for local clean heating, rural revitalization, and industrial development. Editor/Cheng Liting

Box Girder Hoisting Finished for Alu Middle Bridge on S314, Jiuquan

The Jiuquan Highway Development Center has implemented the hoisting of prefabricated box girders for the S314 Aliu Middle Bridge, and two bridges have been transferred to the upper structure construction. The project strictly reviewed the lifting plan, implemented safety inspections and traffic guarantees, started construction simultaneously on multiple work surfaces, closely monitored safety and quality, and promoted the orderly construction of the project according to plan. Editor/Min Jing

CRSG Breaks Through Hangzhou Metro Tunnel Under Nanjing-Hangzhou HSR

CRSG successfully completed the construction of the Hangzhou Metro Line 15 section shield tunnel, innovatively adopting non clearing pile grinding technology to solve the problem of underpass under the composite working condition of elevated and sheet pile on the Ninghang high-speed railway. The construction process had zero warning and zero settlement exceeding the standard, forming replicable experience and creating a demonstration model for similar domestic high-speed railway underpass projects. Editor/Min Jing

The South to North Water Diversion Project has once again begun

On October 20, 2026, the first phase of the East Route of the South to North Water Diversion Project began the 2026-2027 full line water transfer. This is the earliest start of water diversion in the 14 year history of the East Route of the South to North Water Diversion Project. The annual plan for this water diversion project is to provide a net increase of 561 million cubic meters of water to Jiangsu Province, 42 million cubic meters of water to Anhui Province, and 665 million cubic meters of water to Shandong Province. The Taierzhuang pumping station of the Sulu inter provincial project plans to transfer 1.007 billion cubic meters of water to Shandong Province.Editor/Gong Ziwei

CR21G Finishes Catenary Hot-running Test for Yinba Branch Line’s Inner Mongolia Section

The thermal sliding test of the overhead contact system for the Inner Mongolia section of the Baotou Yinchuan high-speed railway Yinba branch line, undertaken by CR21G, has successfully concluded, and the project has entered the stage of joint debugging and testing. The opening of the line will end the history of no high-speed railway in Alxa League, open up the Ningmeng high-speed passenger transport channel, promote the development of border economy, trade, culture and tourism, and improve the layout of the national high-speed railway network. Editor/Min Jing

JBHSR Hits 18 Million Passengers After Three Years

On October 17, 2026, the Yawan high-speed railway has been in operation for three years, with a cumulative passenger volume of over 18 million and safe operation of over 8.9 million kilometers, with a punctuality rate of 99.4%. The route has shortened the travel time between the two places, driven commercial agglomeration along the route, served over 960000 international passengers, and demonstrated the achievements of China Indonesia joint construction. Editor/Min Jing

Tianshan Hejing Tunnel Excavation Starts on Yining-Aksu Railway

Recently, the core project of the Yia Railway, Tianshan Hejing Tunnel, has been under construction. The tunnel has a total length of 18.92 kilometers and is geologically complex, using a combination of TBM and drilling blasting technology. After the completion of the project, the travel time between northern and southern Xinjiang will be reduced to 8 hours, reducing logistics costs, driving industries along the route, and improving the comprehensive transportation network in Xinjiang. Editor/Min Jing