从“被动辐射”到“主动枢纽” 平陆运河助力广西以“水”破局

Core Viewpoint - The Pinglu Canal, set to be completed by the end of 2026, is a significant infrastructure project aimed at enhancing water transport in Guangxi, marking a historic development in China's waterway connectivity [1][3]. Group 1: Project Overview - The Pinglu Canal spans 134.2 kilometers, with a total estimated investment of approximately 727 billion yuan. As of September 10, 2023, 592.5 billion yuan has been invested, accounting for 81.5% of the total investment [3]. - Key construction milestones include 92.2% completion of earthworks, 92.8% completion of the main concrete pouring for the ship lock, and 81.3% completion of the waterway engineering [3]. Group 2: Economic and Logistical Development - The canal is expected to facilitate the construction of an integrated logistics information platform, enhancing transportation capabilities and promoting economic collaboration in the southwestern region of China [3]. - Future plans include the integration of various resources to improve port, dock, lock, and park construction, thereby enhancing regional logistics [3]. Group 3: Transportation Integration - The Pinglu Canal will play a crucial role in transitioning Guangxi from a passive to an active hub in transportation, focusing on both river-sea and rail-water intermodal transport [5]. - Ongoing projects include the Baise Water Conservancy Hub and enhancements to the Right River navigation facilities, aimed at improving water transport routes to southwestern provinces [5]. Group 4: Smart Operations - The Pinglu Canal will be the first digital twin smart canal in China, utilizing AI for intelligent scheduling, resource management, and safety monitoring to enhance operational efficiency [8]. - The operational strategy will include the development of a logistics information platform and regulations for canal protection and management [8][9].