Daqin Railway(SH:601006) Yang Shi Wang·2025-08-23 03:41Core Insights - The Daqin Railway has achieved a cumulative freight volume of over 9 billion tons, marking a significant milestone in its 30-plus years of operation, serving as a crucial artery for coal transportation from the west to the east of China [1][4][10] - It is the first heavy-haul railway built in China, stretching 653 kilometers, and is the largest single railway in terms of freight volume, responsible for transporting coal for over 300 major power plants and more than 6,000 enterprises [2][4] - The railway has developed an independent heavy-haul transportation system, successfully operating 10,000 and 20,000-ton heavy-haul trains regularly, and has tested a 30,000-ton train, positioning China among the few countries with such technology [5][7] Group 1 - The Daqin Railway plays a vital role in China's energy supply, handling 1/5 of the total coal transportation by rail in the country, primarily from Shanxi, Shaanxi, and Inner Mongolia [4][10] - The railway's operations have significantly contributed to energy efficiency, with estimates suggesting that every additional 100 million tons of freight transported by rail saves approximately 1.1 million tons of standard coal and reduces carbon dioxide emissions by 2.706 million tons [10] - The annual freight volume has stabilized around 400 million tons, with a capacity for 450 million tons, providing strong support for national energy security and socio-economic development [12] Group 2 - The Daqin Railway has set multiple world records for the highest density of heavy-haul train operations, maximum transport capacity, and optimal transport efficiency, showcasing China's leadership in heavy-haul railway technology [10] - The railway's cumulative coal transportation is estimated to meet the electricity needs of over 2 billion people for ten years, highlighting its significance in supporting the country's energy demands [10]