Core Insights - As of the end of June, Hubei has completed a total transportation fixed asset investment of 104.16 billion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 1.8% [1] Investment and Infrastructure Development - Hubei's total highway mileage has reached 8,184 kilometers, achieving the "14th Five-Year Plan" target ahead of schedule [1] - Major highway expansions, including Jinggang'ao, Shuchong, Fuyin, and Erguang, are accelerating [1] - The significant project for the Hanjing-Gui inland shipping channel in Hubei is progressing, with the construction of the Hanjiang-Danjiangkou to Xiangyang non-connecting section underway [1] - A total of 6,129 kilometers of rural road improvement projects have been completed [1] Container Transport and Future Plans - The province has achieved a port container rail-water intermodal transport volume of 190,900 TEUs, a year-on-year increase of 49%, nearing 80% of last year's total volume of 248,600 TEUs [1] - In the second half of the year, Hubei will prioritize highway expansion, continuing to leverage highway investment as a key driver [1] - Plans include the development of large-scale, strong-support projects for major corridors, hubs, and intermodal transport [1] - The province aims to advance the digital integration of road and water transport, enhancing the application of Beidou technology in road transport [1]