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Construction site of the Jintang undersea tunnel cutter replacement operation

19.08.2026

How China’s “Deep-Sea Space Station” Cracked an Undersea Rail Problem

Chongtai Tunnel Yangtze Drive Reaches 11.3 Km

06.08.2026

Chongtai Tunnel Completes 11.3 Km Drive Under Yangtze

China’s first high-speed rail tunnel under the Yangtze is complete in Chongqing, enabling ballastless track and rail installation.

02.08.2026

First high-speed rail tunnel under Yangtze completed

Container transit from China to Europe via Iran received support from six countries that agreed on tariffs and delivery times for the international route.

19.05.2025

Container Transit Through Iran Becomes New Route to Europe

Container transit from China to Europe via Iran received support from six countries that agreed on tariffs and delivery times for the international route.
The proposed ban on Chinese buses and rail cars would block federal funds from supporting foreign state-owned manufacturers in the U.S. transit market.

16.05.2025

Ban on Chinese Buses and Rail Cars Gains Bipartisan Momentum

The proposed ban on Chinese buses and rail cars would block federal funds from supporting foreign state-owned manufacturers in the U.
The first mainline electric locomotive made in China has arrived in Kazakhstan from CRRC and will soon undergo mandatory certification tests

13.05.2025

China Delivers First Mainline Electric Locomotive CEA1 to Kazakhstan

The first mainline electric locomotive made in China has arrived in Kazakhstan from CRRC and will soon undergo mandatory certification tests.
Container shipments from China to Central Asian countries rose by 104% year-over-year in January–April 2025, totaling 144 trainloads

12.05.2025

Container Shipments from China to Central Asia Surge by 104%

Container shipments from China to Central Asian countries rose by 104% year-over-year in January–April 2025, totaling 144 trainloads.
China has launched AI-powered robots in its freight railway sector, marking a major technological step that significantly enhances inspection efficiency and fault detection accuracy.

11.05.2025

China Launches AI Robots to Transform Freight Rail Inspections

China has launched AI-powered robots in its freight railway sector, marking a major technological step that significantly enhances inspection efficiency and fault detection accuracy.
China has launched its first-ever service for transporting pets on high-speed trains between Beijing and Shanghai, marking a major step for pet-owning passengers.

06.05.2025

China Launches Pet Transport on High-Speed Trains

China has launched its first-ever service for transporting pets on high-speed trains between Beijing and Shanghai, marking a major step for pet-owning passengers.
The high-speed rail project in Thailand has faced a significant delay, with the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) approving a 201-day extension for the Saraburi-Kaeng Khoi section

27.04.2025

High-Speed Rail Project: Extension and Future Plans for Thailand-China Connection

The high-speed rail project in Thailand has faced a significant delay, with the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) approving a 201-day extension for the Saraburi-Kaeng Khoi section.
CRRC Changchun has officially introduced a cutting-edge 200 km/h intelligent intercity electric multiple-unit (EMU) designed to revolutionize commuter transportation across Henan province

27.04.2025

CRRC Changchun Launches 200 km/h Intelligent Intercity EMU

CRRC Changchun has officially introduced a cutting-edge 200 km/h intelligent intercity electric multiple-unit (EMU) designed to revolutionize commuter transportation across Henan province.
Kisumu celebrates major progress as SGR Nakuru to Kisumu extension secures funding from China, paving the way for new trade routes, tourism growth, and economic development across the Lake Region

26.04.2025

SGR Nakuru to Kisumu Extension Boosts Regional Trade

Kisumu celebrates major progress as SGR Nakuru to Kisumu extension secures funding from China, paving the way for new trade routes, tourism growth, and economic development across the Lake Region.
CRRC Dalian has unveiled a 1 MW battery locomotive designed for use at metallurgical enterprises, offering efficient and environmentally friendly cargo transportation

23.04.2025

CRRC Dalian Unveils 1 MW Battery Locomotive

CRRC Dalian has unveiled a 1 MW battery locomotive designed for use at metallurgical enterprises, offering efficient and environmentally friendly cargo transportation.
In the first quarter of 2025, China’s railways set a new record for passenger traffic, transporting over 1 billion people.

22.04.2025

China’s Railways Set Record for Passenger Traffic in 2025

In the first quarter of 2025, China’s railways set a new record for passenger traffic, transporting over 1 billion people.
Malaysia has launched a new phase in the development of the Pan-Asian Rail Link, strengthening regional logistics and expanding trade with China through enhanced railway connectivity

18.04.2025

Malaysia Advances Pan-Asian Rail Link to Boost Trade

Malaysia has launched a new phase in the development of the Pan-Asian Rail Link, strengthening regional logistics and expanding trade with China through enhanced railway connectivity.