9月11日， 中新社上海9月12日电 (范宇斌)采用"江海联运"方式出口的中国国产汽车先"乘坐"长江驳船顺流而下， 到达上海的码头后再"换乘"外贸滚装船远赴海外。 在中国最大的单一整车滚装码头——上海外高桥港区海通码头，可以看到一派忙碌的运输场景：一艘从 长江上游驶来的滚装汽车运输船(PCTC)停靠在泊位上，一辆辆汽车从中有序驶出，等待搭乘远洋滚装 汽车运输船出海。就在一旁，一艘搭载进口汽车的滚装汽车运输船正在等待卸货。 海通码头每天24小时全天候作业，助力汽车出口，也"迎接"进口汽车的到来。在码头场区内可容纳4万 辆车的堆场上，各种颜色的汽车首尾相接，等待安排上滚装船"出海"；场区外，装满汽车的平板车源源 不断地驶入……海通码头所在的外高桥港区已成为上海口岸进出口汽车数量最大的口岸。 在上海外高桥港区海通码头的堆场上，各种等待运输的汽车排得满满当当。 范宇斌 摄 中国汽车工业协会11日发布数据显示，今年前8个月，中国汽车出口429.2万辆，同比增长13.7%。其 中，新能源汽车出口153.2万辆，同比增长87.3%。 "海通码头拥有国际汽车滚装航线15条，通达131个国家和地区的289个港口，每月船舶艘次在 ...

Core Insights - The Shanghai Free Trade Zone Lingang New Area has achieved significant milestones in its six years of establishment, integrating deeply into the global value chain and enhancing its regional economic scale [1][2]. Group 1: Digital Transformation - The launch of the "Digital Comprehensive Bonded Zone" platform aims to fully digitize the Yangshan Special Comprehensive Bonded Zone, improving the efficiency and security of document processing in shipping and trade [1]. - The platform integrates "electronic bills of lading, electronic delivery orders, and electronic warehouse receipts," allowing companies to apply for pledge financing from banks using electronic documents [1]. Group 2: Institutional Innovations - Over the past six years, the Lingang New Area has implemented 166 innovative institutional cases, including 79 that are nationally pioneering, across offshore trade, cross-border finance, cross-border healthcare, and high-end shipping [2]. Group 3: Data Cross-Border Flow - The Lingang New Area is conducting higher-level open pressure tests regarding cross-border data flow, having introduced a negative list and operational guidelines for data export [3]. - As of June this year, over 200 companies in the area have improved their cross-border data flow efficiency by 70% [3]. Group 4: Future Plans - The Lingang New Area plans to steadily expand its institutional openness and implement a strategy to enhance the free trade pilot zone, aligning with international high-standard economic and trade rules [5].

Core Insights - The Lingang New Area has transformed from a planning blueprint into a vibrant hub for institutional innovation and industrial aggregation over the past six years, marking its sixth anniversary on August 20, 2025 [1] Economic Growth and Development - The Lingang New Area has experienced robust economic growth, with an average annual GDP growth of 17.6%, industrial output growth of 28.4%, and fixed asset investment growth of 25.7% over the past six years [3] - The number of market entities has surged, with nearly 100,000 new businesses established, bringing the total to 156,000, showcasing the area's vitality [3] - The area has implemented 166 innovative cases, including 79 national firsts, reflecting its commitment to institutional innovation [3] Financial and Industrial Synergy - Over 700 financial institutions and investment firms have established operations in the Lingang New Area, with an average annual growth rate of 20% in both domestic and foreign currency deposits and loans [4] - The offshore trade volume reached $15.04 billion in the first half of the year, growing by 23.6% and accounting for 48.2% of the city's total [5] - The area has introduced a "zero-review" settlement mechanism for offshore trade, significantly enhancing transaction efficiency [6] Data Management and Regulatory Innovations - The Lingang New Area has adopted a field list management approach for data flow, replacing case-by-case assessments, thus balancing data security and flow freedom [4][7] - A negative list and operational guidelines have been implemented for cross-border data flow, attracting foreign enterprises to engage in value-added telecommunications [5] Industry Development and Talent Attraction - The area is focusing on key industries such as integrated circuits, civil aviation, high-end equipment, smart electric vehicles, and digital economy, with significant growth in output across these sectors [9] - Talent attraction initiatives have led to over 43,000 new residents in 2024, a 36.4% increase, supported by favorable residency policies [9][10] Future Directions and Strategic Goals - The Lingang New Area aims to enhance its innovation ecosystem by focusing on leading industry clusters, technological innovation, and educational integration [11][12] - Plans include the establishment of a comprehensive service platform for enterprises going abroad, leveraging unique advantages in offshore trade and financial innovation [13][14]

Core Viewpoint - The "Digital Comprehensive Bonded Zone" initiative in Yangshan Special Comprehensive Bonded Zone is enhancing operational efficiency and facilitating innovative business models through the integration of electronic documents and data management systems [1][2][10]. Group 1: Digital Transformation and Efficiency - The "Digital Comprehensive Bonded Zone" is built on an integrated information management service platform, enhancing regulatory oversight while maximizing business efficiency [2][10]. - The "Three Document Integration" (electronic bill of lading, electronic delivery order, and electronic warehouse receipt) has significantly reduced logistics costs by 30% and improved funding turnover efficiency by over 80% [5][7]. - Traditional processes that took 5-7 working days for financing have been compressed to real-time disbursement, showcasing the efficiency of the new digital processes [5][7]. Group 2: Innovative Business Models - The integration of electronic documents allows for a drastic reduction in document processing times, with electronic bills of lading taking only 1-2 hours and electronic delivery orders taking 3-4 minutes [7]. - The new business model is expected to stimulate growth across the entire supply chain, transforming operational challenges into profit opportunities [7][8]. - The platform enables real-time tracking and management of goods, enhancing regulatory efficiency and convenience for enterprises [8]. Group 3: Market Expansion and Global Reach - The digital transformation has allowed companies to expand their market reach beyond China, with strong demand from clients in Asia-Pacific, Korea, Australia, and the Americas [9]. - The Yangshan Special Comprehensive Bonded Zone has facilitated the completion of 41 digital fuel supply services, significantly improving the efficiency and reliability of international shipping fuel supply [9]. Group 4: Economic Impact and Growth Metrics - The Yangshan Special Comprehensive Bonded Zone has achieved a cumulative import and export value exceeding 1.05 trillion yuan, with an annual compound growth rate of 22% [11]. - In the first seven months of this year, the import and export value reached 211 billion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 32% [11].