China's first new double-track municipal railway co-operated with national railways. Connects Hongqiao Station (Minhang) to Shanghai East Station (Pudong). Total length: 68.6km. Will reduce travel time between two airports from 90 to 40 minutes (opening end-2024). Construction started June 2019.
Key Achievement with DJ700
Oct 17, 2022: Installed final 32m box girder
Section: 72 simply supported spans (2226m total)
Critical Parameters:
▶Girder: 700t capacity, 40m span
▶Extreme Conditions: 27.8‰ gradient, 1000m curve radius
▶Challenges: Construction within Shanghai-Kunming Railway protection zone, high safety risks
▶Schedule: Completed in 106 days (30 days ahead of plan)
Equipment Advantages
DJ700 Beam Erector features:
✓ Fast assembly/relocation capabilities
✓ High-level mechanical automation
✓ Adapts to bridge-tunnel links, ramps & tight curves
Strategic Significance
- China's first direct air-rail link connecting 2 airports + 3 railway stations
- Enhances Yangtze Delta transportation hub connectivity
- Supports Shanghai's global city competitiveness and national Yangtze Delta integration strategy