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On April 22, 2024, the first train of the Shanghai Metro Line 3 Extension renovation project was officially rolled off the production line. The project carries out systematic technological upgrading and design optimization for the 03A01 type trains that have been in service for more than 20 years. The carriage design balances humanization and functionality, with a dedicated wheelchair area added to improve barrier-free services. The train is equipped with large-size LCD dynamic route maps and glass-screen destination displays, which significantly enhance information visualization and passenger guidance efficiency. The upgraded trains will further optimize the travel experience for citizens and inject new vitality into urban transportation.

On March 14, 2024, the Dujiangyan M-TR Tourist Passenger Line (tram) is expected to commence trial operation in April 2024. The line spans approximately 20.3 kilometers and consists of one main line and two branch lines. It connects key scenic spots such as Dujiangyan, Mount Qingcheng, and the Panda Valley with transportation hubs, running through the Sunac Cultural Tourism City. The line is projected to significantly enhance regional tourism transportation efficiency, facilitate connectivity between attractions, optimize tourist distribution, and contribute to the upgrade of Dujiangyan’s tourism services as well as the development of a low-carbon travel system.

On December 1, 2023, the first train for Shanghai's Airport Link Line of the urban rail transit system rolled off the production line. Themed "Dream of Shanghai," the train features a flowing blue and gold curve design on the exterior, with interiors that integrate technological lighting and color-blocking elements, showcasing the urban character of Shanghai and modern transportation aesthetics. This train enhances the connectivity of the Yangtze River Delta's transportation network, strengthens the radiating capacity of its hubs, and holds significant strategic importance for promoting regional integrated development.

On November 9, 2023, the Chengdu Night Gala and the 2023 Golden Panda Tianfu Creative Design Awards Ceremony were grandly held at the Chengdu Century City International Convention and Exhibition Center. The Shudao Travel Train, designed by the Human-Machine-Environment System Design Institute of Southwest Jiaotong University, was honored with the 2023 Golden Panda Tianfu Creative Design Excellence Award.

On October 18, 2023, China’s first "Science Fiction Bus" featuring futuristic livery, moon-like surface flooring, and integrated sound, light and electric elements officially debuted at the World Science Fiction Convention held beside the Chengdu Science Fiction Museum, which resembles a nebula. After the convention, the bus will be open to all citizens and integrated into Chengdu’s tourist bus service system, providing a brand-new experience for science fiction fans from all over the world.

On October 15, 2023, Associate Professor Wang Chao, Deputy Director of the Institute, conducted a special lecture at Sichuan Art Museum: "Magnificent New Shu Road: Appreciating Feng Zhongtie's Prints, and Exploring the Development of Sichuan Rail Transit and the Frontier of Vehicle Design".

On June 14, 2023, Shanghai Shentie unveiled for the first time a model of a Class C regional railway train designed for a speed of 160 km/h. The train is developed based on a high-speed EMU (Electric Multiple Unit) platform and deeply integrates the operational demands of regional railway transit systems. It emphasizes lightweight design and streamlined styling, balancing both aerodynamic efficiency and modern visual appeal, while the seating and interior layout cater to the needs of short-distance, high-frequency travel. This project will further strengthen the radiating capacity of Shanghai’s comprehensive transportation hub across the Yangtze River Delta region.

On June 1, 2023, Alstom announced that the first batch of high-capacity metro trains manufactured by Changchun CRRC Alstom Rail Vehicles Co., Ltd. (CARC) for Singapore is set to enter service on the city’s MRT East-West Line and North-South Line. Featuring German design, the trains fully incorporate commuter-friendly concepts: carriages are equipped with LCD screens for real-time information updates, large windows to optimize views of the urban landscape, and spacious dedicated areas for wheelchairs and strollers, significantly enhancing travel inclusivity and comfort. The deployment of these trains further solidifies Alstom’s comprehensive presence in Singapore’s rail transit system.

On May 31, 2023, the Golden Reed Industrial Design Award Briefing Session · Chengdu Station and the 22nd GIDA Future Design Salon were successfully held at the Chengdu Xu Liyia Museum of Modern Design and Art. Wang Chao delivered a keynote speech titled “Rail Transit Design and Future Design.”

On April 13, 2023, the winners of the 2023 iF Design Award were officially unveiled! The Sichuan Mountain Rack Sightseeing Train and Tianjin Smart Train, spearheaded by the team from the Institute of Man-Machine Environment System Design, Southwest Jiaotong University, stood out from nearly 11,000 entries submitted by participants from 56 countries worldwide, and both claimed the 2023 iF Design Award.