交通运输部：全面推进内河航运全要素全链条高质量发展

Core Viewpoint - Inland waterway transportation is a crucial part of the comprehensive transportation system, characterized by large capacity, low cost, and green low-carbon advantages [1][2] Group 1: Development and Infrastructure - By 2024, the total length of Class III and above waterways in China will reach 16,000 kilometers, a 62% increase from 2012 [1] - The cargo volume of inland waterways is projected to reach 4.95 billion tons in 2024, which is 2.2 times that of 2012, while the cargo turnover is expected to be 22 trillion ton-kilometers, 2.9 times that of 2012 [1] - The construction of major projects like the Jianghan Canal and Jianghuai Canal is accelerating, enhancing the capacity of key waterways [1] Group 2: Policy and Strategic Support - Under the national "two new" policy, 2,500 old vessels will be dismantled in 2024, and a new batch of large-scale, standardized, specialized, and clean vessels will be built [2] - The application of new energy and clean energy vessels has reached a scale of over 1,000 inland vessels [2] - The use of shore power for vessels in the Yangtze River Economic Belt has become routine [2] Group 3: Challenges and Opportunities - Current challenges in inland waterway transportation include bottlenecks in key waterways and insufficient port hub radiation capacity [3] - The Ministry of Transport has issued action plans to enhance the inland waterway transport system, focusing on 23 key tasks across seven areas [3] - The development of inland waterway transportation involves infrastructure, equipment manufacturing, transportation organization, and resource utilization, necessitating coordinated efforts among various departments [3][4] Group 4: Technological Advancements - The Ministry of Transport will focus on the smart transformation of waterway infrastructure, promoting intelligent collaboration among vessels, ports, and waterways [4] - Plans include establishing evaluation standards for smart ports and waterways, and applying technologies like digital twins and blockchain to enhance operational efficiency [4] - The 2025 China Maritime Day will be held in Hainan, focusing on "green navigation and new strength," with initiatives to promote green, low-carbon, and smart development in shipping [4]