On May 14 at 10:20 a.m., at the construction site of the elevated layer of the Shanghai East Railway Station hall in the Oriental Hub, located in Zhugiao Town, Pudong New Area, Shanghai, after 14 hours of intense work, the steel roof truss of the station hall, covering a total area of 74,000 square meters and weighing 9,000 tons, was vertically lifted 13.5 meters to its designed position. This marks the start of the metal roof construction phase for the Shanghai East Railway Station.

The entire roof structure of the Shanghai East Railway Station in the Oriental Hub measures 390 meters from east to west and 335 meters from north to south, with a projected area of approximately 113,000 square meters. It consists of 119 diamond-shaped roof units. The construction plan involves a one-time overall lift of the main part covering 74,000 square meters, with the remaining 39,000 square meters lifted in batches.

The main lifted roof section is equivalent to the area of 176 standard basketball courts (based on 420 square meters per court), and its weight is equivalent to 6,000 mid-size sedans (based on 1.5 tons per sedan). During the lifting process, the construction team dynamically monitored 729 data points. Using a computer synchronized control system at the main console, they drove 56 pump stations and 178 lifting cylinders to operate synchronously, ensuring full visibility, control, and traceability throughout the process to guarantee safe and manageable construction.

As the main construction management entity, Shanghai Oriental Hub Investment and Development Group Co., Ltd., along with its subsidiary Shanghai East Railway Station Construction and Operation Co., Ltd., worked with the Shanghai East Railway Station Project Management Department of China Railway Shanghai Bureau Group Co., Ltd. Before construction, they organized the construction companies Shanghai Construction Group and China Railway 24th Bureau to invite domestic experts in steel structures to review the construction plan. They selected representative roof units as process samples, conducted full-scale 1:1 integrated process tests, and used BIM technology with parametric modeling for seven full construction simulations. This allowed comprehensive optimization of steel structures, electromechanical pipelines, and node structures, eliminating risks in advance and ensuring construction precision and structural durability.

To date, the Shanghai East Railway Station in the Oriental Hub has completed construction tasks including the track support layer, elevated layer, and some bridge piers and bridges in the throat area, accounting for 50.23% of the total construction volume. According to the construction schedule, the station will complete metal roof construction in July this year, facade curtain wall construction in September, and basically finish electromechanical installation and decoration work by December.

The Shanghai East Railway Station in the Oriental Hub is designed with 15 platforms and 30 lines, with a total station area of over 1.3 million square meters, including a main station building area of about 160,000 square meters. It is expected to be ready for operation by July 2027. Once completed and operational, the station will connect to the second phase of the Shanghai-Suzhou-Nantong Railway, the new Shanghai-Hangzhou High-Speed Railway, and other lines. Through the airport link line, it will achieve rapid interconnection with Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station, Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, and Shanghai Pudong International Airport, helping Shanghai form a layout of “Hongqiao Hub in the west and Oriental Hub in the east.”

Shanghai East Railway Station

Shanghai East Railway Station is a major high-speed rail hub located in Pudong, Shanghai, currently under construction with an expected completion around 2027. Once finished, it will serve as a key transportation center, connecting lines such as the Shanghai–Nantong and Shanghai–Suzhou–Huzhou high-speed railways, and will integrate with Shanghai Pudong International Airport to form a comprehensive transport complex.</

Shanghai East Railway Station

Shanghai East Railway Station is a major high-speed rail hub located in the Pudong New Area of Shanghai, China. Construction began in 2023, designed to serve the expanding Shanghai–Nantong–Ningbo high-speed railway and connect to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, enhancing regional transportation efficiency. Once completed, it will become one of Shanghai’s largest integrated transport centers, significantly reducing travel times and supporting the economic development of the Yangtze River Delta.

Oriental Hub

The Oriental Hub is a major cultural and commercial complex in Shanghai, China, known for its striking architecture and role as a gateway to the city’s modern identity. Developed in the early 21st century, it integrates shopping, entertainment, and transportation facilities, reflecting Shanghai’s rapid urbanization and global ambitions. The site often hosts events and exhibitions that celebrate both traditional and contemporary Asian culture, making it a vibrant symbol of East-West exchange.

Zhugiao Town

Zhugiao Town, located in Yunnan Province, China, is known for its rich cultural heritage and traditional architecture, particularly featuring well-preserved buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties. Historically, it served as an important trading post along the ancient Southern Silk Road, facilitating commerce and cultural exchange between China and Southeast Asia. Today, the town attracts visitors for its scenic beauty, ancient streets, and vibrant local culture.

Pudong New Area

Pudong New Area is a major financial and economic hub in Shanghai, China, located on the eastern side of the Huangpu River. Originally a largely agricultural and underdeveloped region, it was designated as a special economic zone in 1990 and rapidly transformed into a global center for finance, trade, and technology, symbolized by landmarks like the Oriental Pearl Tower and the Shanghai Tower. Its development represents China’s rapid modernization and economic reform over the past few decades.

Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station

Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station is a major transportation hub in Shanghai, China, that opened in July 2010. It integrates high-speed rail, metro lines, and an airport, serving as a key connection point for the Beijing-Shanghai High-Speed Railway. The station was built to accommodate the city’s rapid growth and the 2010 World Expo, significantly reducing travel time between Shanghai and other major Chinese cities.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

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Shanghai Pudong International Airport

Shanghai Pudong International Airport, opened in 1999, is one of China’s major international aviation hubs, located in the Pudong New Area of Shanghai. Built to accommodate the city’s rapid economic growth, it has since expanded with two main terminals and a satellite concourse, and features the iconic Shanghai Maglev train connecting it to the city center. The airport plays a crucial role in global travel and trade, serving as a gateway to both Shanghai and the broader Yangtze River Delta region.

Shanghai-Suzhou-Nantong Railway

The Shanghai-Suzhou-Nantong Railway is a high-speed rail line in eastern China that connects the major cities of Shanghai, Suzhou, and Nantong. Officially opened on July 1, 2020, it was built to improve regional connectivity and reduce travel time across the Yangtze River Delta. The railway includes the Shanghai-Nantong Yangtze River Bridge, a key engineering feat that became the world’s largest cable-stayed bridge for both road and rail traffic.

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