Tracklaying complete on Harbin – Jiamusi fast line

China has been steadily expanding the reach of its high speed passenger and mixed-traffic network across the north of the country, where operating conditions can be challenging in winter.

CHINA: Contractors have completed tracklaying on the 343 km Harbin – Jiamusi high speed line in Helliongjang province. Designed for trains to run at 200 km/h, the railway is expected to open for commercial traffic in June 2018.

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