Core Viewpoint - The opening of the Guangzhou-Zhanjiang high-speed railway and the Shantou South to Shantou section of the Shantou-Shanwei high-speed railway marks a significant milestone in Guangdong's railway development, enhancing connectivity and supporting the economic growth of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area [1][2][3] Group 1: High-Speed Railway Development - The Guangzhou-Zhanjiang high-speed railway (GZ-HSR) is a national-level trunk railway with a total length of 401 kilometers and a bridge-tunnel ratio of 76.7% [2] - The GZ-HSR features the longest underwater tunnel in China, contributing to the goal of achieving "350 km/h high-speed rail access for every city" in Guangdong [2] - With the new lines, Guangdong's railway operating mileage reaches 6,433 kilometers, with high-speed rail mileage of 3,411 kilometers, ranking first in the country [3] Group 2: Economic Impact - The GZ-HSR enhances the transportation network, allowing for efficient connections between the Greater Bay Area and the western and eastern regions of Guangdong, thus facilitating economic integration [4][5] - The railway's opening alleviates pressure on existing transport routes, improving overall transportation efficiency and supporting the logistics needs of the burgeoning industries in the western Guangdong region [4][7] - The GZ-HSR is expected to boost the blue economy in Zhanjiang, enhancing the port's radiation capacity and enabling faster delivery of high-value products to major markets [7] Group 3: Tourism and Cultural Integration - The opening of the GZ-HSR is anticipated to promote tourism by connecting cultural and tourism resources along the route, fostering deeper integration of agriculture, culture, and tourism [8] - Travel agencies are leveraging the new railway to develop rich travel experiences and cross-regional products, enhancing interaction between the Greater Bay Area and western Guangdong's tourism markets [8]

Core Insights - The opening of the Guang-Zhan High-Speed Railway marks a significant development in Guangdong's transportation infrastructure, enhancing connectivity for tourism and local economies [1] - The completion of the Shantou to Shantou South segment of the Shantou-Shantou High-Speed Railway signifies the full operation of this line, contributing to the overall high-speed rail network in Guangdong [1] - Guangdong's high-speed rail network now spans 6,433 kilometers, with 3,411 kilometers of that being high-speed rail operating at speeds of 200 km/h or above, making it the largest high-speed rail province in China [1] Group 1 - The Guang-Zhan High-Speed Railway is a key component of the national "eight vertical and eight horizontal" high-speed rail network, connecting the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area with Hainan Free Trade Port and the Beibu Gulf urban agglomeration [1] - The Shantou-Shantou High-Speed Railway will connect with the under-construction Zhang-Shan High-Speed Railway, enhancing north-south passenger capacity between economic regions such as the Pearl River Delta, Haixi, and Yangtze River Delta [1] Group 2 - Thirteen new lines, including Zhang-Shan and Shen-Shan, are under construction, accelerating Guangdong's goal of achieving "350 km/h high-speed rail access for every city" [2] - The high-speed rail network aims to create an economic living circle where cities in the Pearl River Delta can be reached within one hour, major cities in Guangdong and Hunan within two hours, and connections to regions like Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei and the Yangtze River Delta within six to eight hours [2] - The ongoing development of the rail network is expected to enhance the integration of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area with the eastern and western parts of Guangdong, reinforcing the region's economic growth [2]

Core Viewpoint - The simultaneous opening of the Guangzhang High-Speed Railway and the Shanshan High-Speed Railway marks a significant milestone in Guangdong's transportation infrastructure, reducing travel time between major cities and supporting the coastal economic belt and regional development strategy [2][10][11] Group 1: Infrastructure Development - The Guangzhang High-Speed Railway spans approximately 401 kilometers with a design speed of 350 km/h, featuring complex engineering such as the Zhanjiang Bay underwater tunnel, which is the longest and deepest of its kind in China [3][11] - The Shanshan High-Speed Railway, specifically the section from Shantou South to Shantou, is about 19.8 kilometers long and connects multiple cities in the eastern Guangdong region, enhancing access to the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area [4][10] Group 2: Economic Impact - The new rail connections significantly reduce travel times, with the fastest journey from Guangzhou to Zhanjiang taking about 1.5 hours and from Shantou to Guangzhou taking around 2 hours, injecting new vitality into the local economy [5][10] - The high-speed rail network is expected to facilitate the movement of people, goods, and capital, transforming the economic landscape of Guangdong by promoting regional integration and collaboration [7][19] Group 3: Strategic Importance - The completion of these railways represents a critical "link" in the national high-speed rail network, enhancing connectivity between the Greater Bay Area and other regions, and positioning Guangdong as a strategic hub for economic development [11][13] - The railways are anticipated to foster a new economic corridor, shifting from a traditional transportation axis to a dynamic economic zone that supports urban renewal and industrial upgrades [14][18] Group 4: Future Developments - Future plans include the construction of additional rail lines and enhancements to existing infrastructure, aiming to achieve comprehensive high-speed rail coverage across Guangdong by 2027, thereby realizing the goal of "city-to-city" connectivity at 350 km/h [20][21] - The ongoing development of the rail network is expected to create modern logistics and business hubs around key stations, further integrating urban areas and enhancing economic collaboration [18][20]

湛江经济技术开发区里，来自粤港澳大湾区的投资咨询量近日明显增多；东海岛的钢铁基地里，技术人 员已开始规划"当天往返"珠三角的出差行程；茂名根子镇的荔枝园中，新的包装生产线调试完毕，果农 期待明年荔枝"乘着高铁出山"。与此同时，阳江海陵岛、湛江金沙湾、茂名浪漫海岸的旅游从业者，也 即将迎来首批"高铁游客"。 "广湛高铁开通后，未来再联通合湛高铁和湛海高铁，我国沿海高铁大动脉将实现从长三角到北部湾的 全线贯通，使粤港澳大湾区、北部湾城市群和海南自由贸易港三大区域联系更紧密，构筑起区域协调发 展的'黄金走廊'。"彭翔说。 与此同时，汕汕高铁汕头至汕头南段建成通车，标志着汕汕高铁全线贯通运营，广州东至汕头最快1小 时52分可达。一东一西，两条时速350公里高铁同日开通，再联通已投入运营的广汕高铁，形成广东区 域发展"两翼"腾飞的生动映照，共同在广东沿海串联起一条完整、连贯的时速350公里高速通道。 转自：北京日报客户端 新华社广州12月22日电 题：通湾达海再提速——"轨道上的大湾区"再添新动脉 22日上午10时许，G9785次"复兴号"列车从广州白云站驶出，一路向南海之滨的湛江飞驰而去。这一 刻，广湛高铁正式开通运 ...

广州到湛江最快只要1.5小时！12月22日，广东省委书记黄坤明宣布，广州至湛江高速铁路开通！伴着 一声悠长的汽笛，首发车G9785次自广州白云站缓缓驶出，与此同时，G9786次列车从湛江北站对向开 出，这不仅标志着广东史上自主投资建设的技术最复杂、线路最长、投资最大的铁路项目正式开通运 营，也标志着以粤港澳大湾区为核心、辐射粤东粤西粤北的现代化高铁主骨架基本成型，那个名为"轨 道上的大湾区"的宏伟蓝图再次迈出扎实一步。 作为国家"八纵八横"高速铁路网沿海铁路客运大通道的重要组成部分，广湛高铁正线全长401千米，是 当之无愧链接粤港澳大湾区、海南自贸港、北部湾城市群的重要通道。 就在几天前，海南自由贸易港正式启动全岛封关，而湛江是海南自贸港"二线管住"的咽喉要道，在海南 全岛封关的历史节点，广湛高铁的同步开通，意味着全国的市场与资源正在加速达成与海南自贸港的有 序链接。粤港澳大湾区与海南自贸港这两大国家发展战略，将通过广湛高铁实现时空与网络的对接，同 时带来治理与融合的迭代。 "轨道上的大湾区"的梦想实现越来越近，一条广湛高铁串起的，是区域发展的热望，是湾区融合的远大 前程。铁路线过去一度成为城市崛起的重要路径 ...

Core Viewpoint - The opening of the Guangzhou-Zhanjiang high-speed railway and the Shantou South to Shantou section of the Shantou-Shanwei high-speed railway enhances connectivity in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area, marking a significant development in the region's transportation infrastructure [1][4]. Group 1: High-Speed Railway Details - The Guangzhou-Zhanjiang high-speed railway (Guangzhan High-speed Railway) spans 401 kilometers with a bridge-tunnel ratio of 76.7%, featuring the longest single-bore underwater tunnel in China [1]. - The Shantou South to Shantou section of the Shantou-Shanwei high-speed railway is approximately 19.8 kilometers long, completing the connection of the entire Shantou-Shanwei high-speed railway [2]. Group 2: Economic and Social Impact - The new rail lines reduce travel time significantly, allowing for a 1.5-hour journey from Guangzhou to Zhanjiang and a 2-hour journey from Shantou to Guangzhou, facilitating tourism and economic activities [1][2]. - The high-speed rail network is expected to boost the tourism industry in coastal areas like Yangjiang and Zhanjiang, with increased hotel bookings and the introduction of new tourism routes [4]. Group 3: Infrastructure Development - The completion of these rail lines contributes to a broader high-speed rail network in Guangdong, which has reached 6,433 kilometers in total operational length, with 3,411 kilometers of high-speed rail [4]. - The ongoing development aims to achieve a "city-to-city" high-speed rail connection across all cities in Guangdong, enhancing regional integration and economic growth [4][6].

对于整个广东而言，广湛高铁的正式投入运营，意味着广东"市市通350高铁"宏大蓝图的关键拼图再次 达成关键一步，随着广湛、广汕汕、赣深、梅龙等高铁干线相继投入运营，广东全域迈入"1.5小时经济 生活圈"的步子不仅在马不停蹄地大踏步行进，更生出了加速度。 广州 湛江最快只要1.5小时！12月22日，广东省委书记黄坤明宣布，广州至湛江高速铁路开通！伴着一 声悠长的汽笛，首发车G9785次自广州白云站缓缓驶出，与此同时，G9786次列车从湛江北站对向开 出，这不仅标志着广东史上自主投资建设的技术最复杂、线路最长、投资最大的铁路项目正式开通运 营，也标志着以粤港澳大湾区为核心、辐射粤东粤西粤北的现代化高铁主骨架基本成型，那个名为"轨 道上的大湾区"的宏伟蓝图再次迈出扎实一步。 一条铁路的开通，有多久没有如此热烈的社会反响？基础已然足够扎实的中国铁路事业，其蓬勃发展以 及带给国人的便捷、快速，越来越成为当下人生活的一种日常。但即便如此，广湛高铁的盛大开通，其 价值依然再怎么高度评价都不为过。 铁路线激活沿途万千发展机遇的历史，还将被不断续写，广湛高铁带给广东、粤港澳大湾区乃至整个中 国的惊喜，将超出所有人的想象。 广州到 ...

（原标题：广东350时速高铁通17城，"轨道上的大湾区"红利兑现） 南方财经记者程浩 报道 12月22日，随着G9785高铁列车从广州白云站开往湛江北站，广湛高铁线路正式开通运营。这条设计时 速350公里的高铁大动脉，将广州至湛江的通行时间缩短至1.5小时内，粤西地区将真正融入大湾区"一 小时生活圈"。 作为宝钢华南区域规模最大的碳钢板材制造基地，宝钢湛江项目每年约有600万至700万吨钢材销往广州 和佛山等地，员工经常奔波往返。"以往从湛江到广州需要三个小时，广湛高铁开通后仅需一个半小 时，这不仅拉近了我们与客户的距离，利于我们更密切地服务客户、拓展商机，还将促进与珠三角高校 及科研机构的产学研合作，并显著增强企业对人才的吸引力。"宝钢湛江钢铁基地制造管理部部长黄港 明说。 根据广东"十四五"综合交通规划，"十四五"末，广东铁路里程达到6500公里，其中高速铁路达到3600公 里，广东通达350公里时速高铁的城市将增加至17个。随着广湛高铁的开通运营、汕汕高铁的全线贯 通，广东今年有望超过山东，成为全国高铁运营里程最多的省份，一举登顶"高铁里程第一省"。 近年来，广东高铁建设的重心放在了提速和补短板上，随着 ...

Core Points - The opening of Dongguan Metro Line 1 marks the city's entry into the "Metro 2.0 era," enhancing urban rail transit with a network operation model [1][2] - The first phase of Dongguan Metro Line 1, a key provincial and municipal project, spans 57.478 kilometers with 25 stations, and is the largest municipal investment project by the Dongguan government [1] - The line connects key urban areas and towns, facilitating rapid transit between the core districts and important towns [1][2] Summary by Sections - **Metro Development** - Dongguan Metro Line 1 officially opened on November 28, 2023, adding eight towns to the metro network [1][2] - The line connects the northwest to the southeast of Dongguan, linking various key areas and enhancing the overall transportation network [1][2] - **Construction Timeline** - The construction of the first phase began in February 2019 and is expected to be completed by November 2025, taking six years in total [1] - **Operational Significance** - The opening of Line 1 improves intra-city transport and enhances cross-city commuting efficiency, contributing to the development of the "Bay Area on Rails" [2] - Passengers can transfer to Line 2 at the Civic Center Station for quick access to key points like the Humen High-Speed Railway Station [2] - The line's endpoint, Dongguan West Station, allows transfers to intercity trains, facilitating travel to major destinations such as Guangzhou Baiyun Airport and Shenzhen Bao'an Airport [2]

Core Insights - Jiangmen Station has been operational for five years, serving as a modern transportation hub that integrates deeply into the daily lives of the local community, with a total of 15.44 million passengers recorded, including 7.73 million departures and 7.71 million arrivals [1] Group 1: Operational Performance - The station's transportation capacity has significantly increased, currently operating 128 train services, enhancing both frequency and destination variety [1] - New long-distance routes to cities such as Kunming, Chengdu, and Beijing have been added, along with high-frequency short-distance services to Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Shantou, improving connectivity with major cities [1] Group 2: Service Enhancements - Upgrades in services include the implementation of facial recognition gates and electronic tickets, providing passengers with a seamless entry experience [1] - Facilities such as "Mother's Room," free charging areas, and reading lounges have been introduced to enhance passenger comfort and convenience [1] Group 3: Special Events and Recognition - During the 15th National Games, Jiangmen Station optimized transfer processes and established dedicated channels for athletes, receiving positive feedback for its organizational and service excellence [1] Group 4: Future Plans - The station management aims to continue optimizing services and enhance the "初心·五邑" service brand, focusing on making travel more warm and convenient for passengers [2]