Core Insights - Sichuan's waterway transportation has shown significant growth in the first half of 2025, with fixed asset investment reaching 3.12 billion yuan, accounting for 52% of the annual plan, and both cargo turnover and port throughput achieving double-digit growth [1][7] - The province has added 32.3 kilometers of high-grade waterways, reaching a total of 2,033 kilometers, which is 64.6% of the annual target of 50 kilometers [1][7] - The expected water freight volume is 33.78 million tons, a year-on-year increase of 11.67%, while cargo turnover is projected at 17.84 billion ton-kilometers, up 41.3% [1][10] Investment and Infrastructure - Sichuan's waterway investment has consistently exceeded 6 billion yuan annually over the past three years, with a total investment expected to surpass 31 billion yuan within five years [1] - The province aims to complete 5.5 billion yuan in waterway fixed asset investment in 2025, with 52% of this target achieved in the first half of the year [7] Transportation Efficiency - Water transport is more cost-effective compared to road and rail, with average freight costs per ton-kilometer being one-fourth of rail and one-fifteenth of road transport [2] - The province's logistics costs are projected to account for 14.2% of GDP in 2024, slightly above the national average, indicating a need for improved waterway transport to reduce overall logistics costs [3] Policy and Development Initiatives - The "Smooth a River" initiative aims to enhance waterway infrastructure, focusing on upgrading the Yangtze River, connecting the Jinsha River, and improving the efficiency of the Min and Jialing Rivers [5][6] - The central government has set a target for inland waterway freight volume and turnover to increase by 2030, with several provinces, including Sichuan, implementing policies to boost water transport [3][4] Capacity and Market Expansion - Sichuan's water transport capacity has been a limiting factor, with only 1 million tons of capacity, less than that of a single district in Chongqing [11] - The province has added 537,500 tons of capacity in the first half of 2025, exceeding the interim target and approaching the annual goal of 550,000 tons [11][12] Multi-Modal Transport Integration - The establishment of the Sichuan Port Company aims to integrate major ports, enhancing container throughput and operational efficiency [9] - Successful multi-modal transport initiatives, such as the first water transport of new energy products, demonstrate the potential for reducing logistics costs and improving efficiency [8][10]
上半年 四川水路货物周转量、港口吞吐量均实现两位数增长
Si Chuan Ri Bao·2025-07-30 09:08