Bullet train for China-Laos railway arrives in Vientiane (4)

Chinese ambassador to Laos Jiang Zaidong (left) and Lao Minister of Public Works and Transport Viengsavath Siphandone attend an unveiling ceremony for the Lane Xang EMU train at the China-Laos railway Vientiane station in the Lao capital Vientiane, Oct 16, 2021. [Photo/Xinhua]

The China State Railway Group directed the design and manufacture companies to actively adapt to cross-border transport situations, fully meet the needs of the user, and make necessary improvements.

With advanced technology, the Lane Xang EMU is safe, comfortable and reliable with large passenger capacity but low operating costs, and fully meets the main performance indicators required by the China-Laos railway operation.

The Lane Xang EMU is painted in the Lao flag colors of red, blue, and white. The interior design integrates elements of traditional Chinese and Lao cultures, embodying the Lao people's vision of a better life and the friendship between the two peoples.

According to the China State Railway Group, the Lane Xang train, with the maximum operating speed of 160 km per hour, consists of nine carriages, including a locomotive, a dining coach, a first-class and six second-class coaches, and provides altogether 720 seats.