GB heavy rail is closely connected with the Belt and Road Initiative, which is mainly reflected in the following aspects:
Railway construction project demand: The Belt and Road Initiative has promoted the construction of railway infrastructure in many countries along the route. For example, the China-Laos Railway is the first international railway that is mainly invested and constructed by China, adopts Chinese technical standards throughout the line, uses Chinese equipment and is directly connected to the Chinese railway network. A large number of GB heavy rails are used. In addition, there are some planned and under-construction railway projects that will also use GB heavy rails to meet the requirements of interconnection with the Chinese railway system and adapt to train operation.
Output of Chinese standards: With the advancement of the Belt and Road Initiative, China's railway technical standards are gradually going global. As an important part of China's railway construction standards, the application of GB heavy rails in international projects will help promote the recognition and promotion of Chinese standards worldwide and enhance China's voice and influence in the field of international railway construction.
Development opportunities for domestic enterprises: The Belt and Road Initiative has brought a broad market space for Chinese steel enterprises. Baosteel, Hesteel and other enterprises have responded positively and increased the production and export of GB heavy rails. For example, Baotou Steel supplied 38,000 tons of rails to the China-Laos Railway. Hesteel Group Handan Iron and Steel Company also customized and produced several batches of heavy rails for Nigeria, Brazil and other countries participating in the Belt and Road Initiative. This not only promoted the development of the company itself, but also led to the prosperity of related industries, such as steelmaking, processing, and transportation.
Promote international cooperation and exchanges: The application of GB heavy rails in the Belt and Road Initiative project has strengthened cooperation and exchanges between China and countries along the route in the field of railway construction. The parties have cooperated in the procurement, laying, and maintenance of rails, which has enhanced mutual understanding and trust and laid the foundation for further expanding cooperation in other fields. At the same time, it has also promoted the exchange and integration of railway technology and management experience in different countries and regions.