Transport sector to embrace information technology

A number of ministry-level departments, including those responsible for transport, emergency management, human resources, and health, have responded recently to issues of public concern.

Use of smart trains and ships to be promoted

China will promote new infrastructure construction in the transport sector to advance its transformation to digitalization and the use of artificial intelligence, according to a guideline issued by the Ministry of Transport on Thursday.

The country aims to make remarkable achievements in transport infrastructure by 2035, with advanced information technology playing a key role, it said.

Data centers and network security systems will be established for the transport sector, and the use of smart trains, self-driving vehicles and smart ships will gradually be promoted.

Vowing to expand the application of new energy and new materials, the guideline also called for the building of smart roads, intelligent railways, and smart ports and airports.

By using blockchain technology, China will intensify oversight of electronic documents, online businesses and hazardous substances, the guideline said.