Core Points - The Huaiyin No. 2 Ship Lock has officially resumed navigation after 18 months of suspension, marking the successful completion of the hazard elimination and security project [1] - The project is a key node in the expansion and renovation of the old ship locks along the Northern Jiangsu Canal, aimed at eliminating safety hazards and providing conditions for future upgrades [5][7] Project Overview - The Huaiyin No. 2 Ship Lock hazard elimination project started construction in November 2023 and is scheduled for completion on August 29, 2025, lasting 21 months [5] - The project is designed to II-level navigation structure standards, with a maximum navigation vessel tonnage of 2000 tons [5] - The new lock chamber measures 230 meters by 34 (23) meters by 5.0 meters, including the demolition of the old lock chamber and the construction of new facilities [5] Technical Innovations - The project features two pioneering technologies for the Northern Jiangsu Canal: the use of a full steel protective wall structure above normal water levels and the application of three-layer floating mooring columns [7] - These innovations enhance the collision resistance of the lock chamber walls and improve the mooring safety for vessels with different drafts [7] Impact and Significance - The successful delivery of the Huaiyin No. 2 Ship Lock will fundamentally eliminate existing safety hazards and enhance the lock's capacity and operational safety [7] - This project serves as a demonstration for the expansion and renovation of similar old ship locks, providing a replicable and promotable "Jiangsu solution" for ensuring navigation safety and efficiency in the Northern Jiangsu Canal [7]