Core Points - The 2025 summer railway transportation period has commenced, running from July 1 to August 31, with an expected passenger volume of 80.45 million, averaging 1.298 million daily, representing a year-on-year increase of 5.1% [1][4] - The Beijing-Harbin high-speed railway (京哈高铁) has implemented a speed increase, allowing for a direct trip from Beijing to Shenyang in as little as 2 hours and 29 minutes, reducing travel time by 15 minutes compared to the fastest current service [3][4] - The new train schedule includes 86.5 pairs of trains daily from Beijing Chaoyang Station, with 5 new pairs and 54.5 pairs undergoing changes, enhancing service to northeastern regions [4] Group 1: Transportation Efficiency - The Beijing-Harbin high-speed railway is now operating at a standard speed of 350 km/h, marking it as the first high-speed railway in Northeast China to achieve this standard [3][4] - The introduction of the new train schedule aims to optimize the efficiency of high-speed and passenger trains, with 108 pairs of temporary trains arranged to meet travel demand during the summer [5] Group 2: Passenger Services - The "Light Travel" service has been launched at Beijing West and South Stations, providing luggage storage and transportation services for travelers, enhancing convenience [6][8] - The "Light Travel" service includes two options: "door-to-station" and "station-to-door" luggage handling, with specific pricing structures for each service [8] Group 3: Safety Measures - The Beijing Railway Bureau has initiated comprehensive flood prevention measures to ensure the safety of train operations during the rainy season, including data sharing with local flood control departments [9] - A reward system has been established for individuals reporting safety hazards, with potential rewards ranging from 1,000 to 20,000 yuan for verified reports [9]

Group 1 - The Beijing-Shenyang High-Speed Railway (京沈高铁) will officially start operations on July 1, with a maximum speed of 350 km/h, reducing travel time from Shenyang to Beijing to 2 hours and 29 minutes [1] - The total length of the Beijing-Shenyang High-Speed Railway is 708 kilometers, making it the first safety standard demonstration line in Northeast China [1] - The new railway will enhance connectivity between cities along the route and inject new momentum into the economic and social development of the region [1] Group 2 - Travel times from Beijing to cities like Tieling, Siping, and Benxi will be significantly reduced, with reductions of 44 minutes, 53 minutes, and 67 minutes respectively [2] - The introduction of the new CR400BF-GS intelligent trainsets will increase the standard capacity from 578 to 619 passengers [2] - The total number of scheduled passenger trains will increase by 22 to 907, while scheduled freight trains will total 2530, improving overall transport capacity and service quality [2] Group 3 - The adjustment of the Beijing-Harbin High-Speed Railway (京哈高铁) will see an increase in express trains from 16 pairs to 28 pairs, with specific increases in the Shenyang, Dalian, and Dandong regions [3] - New intercity passenger trains will be added, with adjustments to the running segments of certain trains [3]