如皋：以交通建设之“进”促经济发展之“稳”

Group 1: Infrastructure Development - The construction of Zhang Jinggao Yangtze River Bridge and the North Jiangsu High-speed Railway is progressing well, with the foundation work ahead of schedule [2] - The Hu-Shan Expressway and the logistics infrastructure at Rugao Port are expected to enhance regional economic growth, with an estimated output value of nearly 40 million yuan in the first half of the year [2] - The completion of various road and bridge projects is aimed at improving transportation efficiency and supporting economic development [2] Group 2: Rural Transportation Improvement - The "Four Good Rural Roads" initiative has led to significant upgrades in rural infrastructure, with 30 kilometers of rural roads and 10 bridges completed in the first half of the year [3] - Public transportation services have been enhanced, with new bus routes providing direct access to train stations, improving convenience for residents [3] Group 3: Port and Logistics Enhancement - Rugao Port has seen a 3.3% year-on-year increase in foreign trade cargo throughput, reaching 6.5 million tons, and a 6.3% increase in container throughput, totaling 304,900 TEUs [4][5] - The port's efficiency has improved by 40% due to the implementation of an intelligent scheduling system, which integrates advanced technologies [4] - Ongoing projects aim to expand the port's capacity and enhance its logistics capabilities, aligning with the "Port-Strong City" strategy [5]