据交通运输部消息，8月24日至25日，交通运输部党组书记、部长刘伟在湖北省调研，并在部长江航务 管理局主持召开座谈会，了解长航系统工作情况，听取意见建议。刘伟强调，要全力推进三峡水运新通 道建设，建立健全工作机制，切实做好通航安全保障、既有建筑物的通航及运行管理，积极推进航运配 套设施建设和项目建设全过程监督管理。要全力打造全流域黄金水道，持续提升干线航道通过能力，积 极推动干支航道衔接，加快智慧航道建设和智能船舶发展，科学编制长航系统"十五五"规划。要坚决守 牢安全生产底线，切实落实防汛、防范船桥碰撞、防地质灾害工作措施，全力保通保畅、保重要时段安 全、保建设期通航安全。 （文章来源：第一财经） ...

原标题：前5个月我国内河货运量超20亿吨 畅通"大动脉"通达江海 今年以来，随着长江、西江、京杭运河有关工程加快推进，预计到今年年底，我国将新增高等级航 道里程900公里。 江海直达拓航线 记者从交通运输部了解到，随着内河航道能力的提升，今年前五个月，我国内河货运量超过20亿 吨，同比增长近4%。 预计到今年年底 我国将新增高等级航道里程900公里 内河航运是横贯东西、连接南北的重要通道。今年以来，我国正加快内河航道建设。 在长江干流中的荆江河段，正在进行航道整治二期工程的水下施工作业。荆江河段虽仅占长江干线 航道的八分之一，但长江迂回曲折绕了16个大弯，水浅滩多，来往船舶易拥堵，限制了航道通行能力。 今年年底航道整治工程结束后，枯水期水深将提升0.5米以上。 据测算，该航道水深每提升0.1米，5000吨级货船可增载约150吨货物，利润可提高约12%。 长江宜昌航道工程局 荆江航道整治二期Ⅱ标项目党支部副书记 刘晓颖：工程建设完成后，荆江河 段枯水期的航道维护水深将从之前的3.5到3.8米提升至以后的4.5米，船舶吨级也将从3000吨级提升至将 来的5000吨级，通航潜力将得到极大释放，进一步降低长江航运物流 ...

Core Insights - The development of inland waterway transportation in China has significantly improved, with a focus on high-quality growth and sustainability [2][4]. Group 1: Inland Waterway Development - There are currently 23 inland ports capable of handling over 100 million tons, which is 2.3 times the number in 2012 [2]. - The total cargo volume for inland waterways is projected to reach 4.95 billion tons in 2024, a 2.2 times increase from 2012 [2]. - The average tonnage of cargo ships has increased from less than 700 tons in 2012 to 1,790 tons currently [3]. Group 2: Technological Advancements - Over 1,000 new energy inland vessels have been introduced, showcasing a shift towards green and low-carbon transportation [3]. - The application of automated terminals has expanded, with 23 automated container terminals and 29 automated bulk terminals established nationwide [5]. - The electronic navigation chart coverage has exceeded 9,950 kilometers, enhancing operational efficiency [5]. Group 3: Policy Framework - The Ministry of Transport has implemented a "1+1+N" policy framework to promote high-quality development in inland waterway transportation [4]. - Key initiatives include the "Action Plan for the Implementation of Inland Waterway System Connectivity" and the "Opinions on Promoting High-Quality Development of Inland Waterway Transportation" [4]. Group 4: Upcoming Events - The main activities for China's Maritime Day will take place from July 10 to 12, focusing on green maritime development and featuring over 20 events [6][7]. - The theme for this year's Maritime Day is "Green Navigation Towards New Strength," emphasizing sustainable practices in the shipping industry [7].

Core Viewpoint - Inland waterway transportation is a crucial part of the comprehensive transportation system, characterized by large capacity, low cost, and green low-carbon advantages [1][2] Group 1: Development and Infrastructure - By 2024, the total length of Class III and above waterways in China will reach 16,000 kilometers, a 62% increase from 2012 [1] - The cargo volume of inland waterways is projected to reach 4.95 billion tons in 2024, which is 2.2 times that of 2012, while the cargo turnover is expected to be 22 trillion ton-kilometers, 2.9 times that of 2012 [1] - The construction of major projects like the Jianghan Canal and Jianghuai Canal is accelerating, enhancing the capacity of key waterways [1] Group 2: Policy and Strategic Support - Under the national "two new" policy, 2,500 old vessels will be dismantled in 2024, and a new batch of large-scale, standardized, specialized, and clean vessels will be built [2] - The application of new energy and clean energy vessels has reached a scale of over 1,000 inland vessels [2] - The use of shore power for vessels in the Yangtze River Economic Belt has become routine [2] Group 3: Challenges and Opportunities - Current challenges in inland waterway transportation include bottlenecks in key waterways and insufficient port hub radiation capacity [3] - The Ministry of Transport has issued action plans to enhance the inland waterway transport system, focusing on 23 key tasks across seven areas [3] - The development of inland waterway transportation involves infrastructure, equipment manufacturing, transportation organization, and resource utilization, necessitating coordinated efforts among various departments [3][4] Group 4: Technological Advancements - The Ministry of Transport will focus on the smart transformation of waterway infrastructure, promoting intelligent collaboration among vessels, ports, and waterways [4] - Plans include establishing evaluation standards for smart ports and waterways, and applying technologies like digital twins and blockchain to enhance operational efficiency [4] - The 2025 China Maritime Day will be held in Hainan, focusing on "green navigation and new strength," with initiatives to promote green, low-carbon, and smart development in shipping [4]