铁路暑运创历史同期新高 累计发送旅客9.43亿人次

Core Insights - The railway summer transportation period from July 1 to August 31 concluded successfully, with a record high of 943 million passengers transported, representing a year-on-year increase of 4.7% [1] - The total freight transported by national railways reached 702 million tons, also showing a year-on-year growth of 4.8% [1] Passenger Transport - Daily average of 11,330 passenger trains operated during the summer period, marking an 8% increase compared to the previous year [1] - The number of foreign passengers transported reached 3.484 million, reflecting a significant year-on-year increase of 23.9% [1] - A total of 5,790 tourist trains were operated, which is a 31% increase year-on-year, contributing positively to the tourism and silver economy [1] Service Enhancements - The railway sold 19.88 million student tickets during the summer period [3] - Various services were improved, including the introduction of railway travel codes, convenient transfers, and internet meal ordering [3] - The number of stations allowing subway access without security checks expanded to 45 [3] Freight Transport - During the summer period, 243 million tons of electricity coal were transported, with coal supply for 371 railway-supplied power plants remaining stable at over 25 days [3] Weather Response - The national railway effectively managed transportation during extreme weather conditions, including 8 rounds of heavy rainfall and typhoons, issuing 355 forecasts and warnings [3]