5G technology plays growing role in nation's industrial upgrading

Chinese conventional industries are gaining traction from 5G technologies, as a number of latest products are showcased in the annual China International Industry Fair (CIIF) starting on Tuesday.

A demo vehicle of a 5G supported intelligent heavy truck was exhibited by SAIC Motor Corp Ltd, the largest listed auto company on China's A-share market.

The heavy truck is designed and manufactured by SAIC, part of a collaborative project launched by SAIC, Shanghai International Port (Group) (SIPG) and China Mobile earlier this year, according to Cheng Yisong, a project manager from SAIC.