China's New Bullet Trains

Major initiative to upgrade a transportation system trying to keep up with China's rapid economic growth includes high-speed trains and what is reportedly the world's largest bus.

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May 7, 2007, 2:00 PM PDT

By Abhijeet Chavan @http://twitter.com/legalaidtech

"Traveling 60 mph faster than most of their predecessors, the trains can cut travel time by a third...state media reported...The tickets cost as much as 50% more than those for conventional trains. Already, the Internet is awash in criticism that the new service is out of the reach of migrant workers and others who need it most. Nothing comes easy for China's transportation system, which has been overwhelmed by the nation's staggering economic growth."

"The increasing industrial demands and mobility of China's 1.3 billion people have led the government to plan for 14 new national highways and the expansion of 12 major seaports and 10 airports, including those in Shanghai and Beijing, by 2010, the New China News Agency reported.

An 82-foot rapid-transit vehicle - with room for 300 passengers, it's reportedly the world's largest bus - was exhibited in March at a Shanghai convention and will be used in Beijing and Hangzhou."

FULL STORY: China launches high-speed rail

Sunday, May 6, 2007 in The Los Angeles Times

Infrastructure Transportation China

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