On September 18, the first China Standard Intelligent Regional Train, developed by CRRC, debuted in Qingdao. Built under the concepts of intelligence, digitalization, modularization, sustainability, and integrated train–ground operation, the train marks a major breakthrough in China’s regional rail transit equipment, with standardized intelligent trains entering demonstration applications.
According to Chief Designer Zhu Jianhua of CRRC Sifang, the train adopts a China-led standards framework, with 88 percent of its technical standards independently developed. It integrates more than ten new technologies, achieving comprehensive upgrades in intelligence, safety, comfort, energy efficiency, and operational economy.
Designed for a top speed of 200 km/h, it is the fastest automated rail vehicle in the world. With self-sensing, self-learning, and self-decision-making control technologies, its operational failure rate has been reduced by over 95 percent. For the first time, hot-standby switching technology enables the train to automatically shift to a backup system in case of failure, ensuring uninterrupted service.
The new train will serve the Beijing–Xiong’an Express Line, reducing travel time between Xiong’an New Area and Beijing Daxing International Airport to 30 minutes, and to Lize Business District to 60 minutes.
