As an important component of national infrastructure, transportation construction occupies a very important position in the development of the national economy. With the advancement of technology, bridges and tunnels have become an important part of China's transportation, and the construction of bridge and tunnel projects closely related to them has also become a focus of attention in the construction industry. Moreover, with the rapid development of China's economy and the accelerating process of urbanization, the requirements for bridge and tunnel infrastructure construction are becoming higher and higher, and capital investment is also growing, especially the design and construction of a number of major large-scale river-crossing and sea-crossing projects, which have pushed China's technical level in the bridge and tunnel field to a new height. The public is increasingly aware of the importance of bridge and tunnel projects that represent lifeline engineering.

　　From May 7 to 9, 2014, the "China Bridge and Tunnel Congress 2014 International Bridge and Tunnel Engineering Congress" (the 7th China International Bridge and Tunnel Engineering Congress) (hereinafter referred to as this summit) will be held at the China International Exhibition Center (New Hall) in Beijing. This summit is initiated by International Bridge Industry Network, Underground Engineering and Tunnel Network, Tunnel and Underground Engineering Magazine, and MBC Modern Bridge Magazine under HNZMEDIA Hongyuzhi Business Media, and is jointly organized with well-known domestic and international associations/societies and scientific research institutions. The summit is committed to promoting the healthy development of the bridge and tunnel industry and providing a high-quality and efficient exchange platform for the development and application of new products and new technologies in the bridge and tunnel industry.

　　The congress will discuss issues in China's bridge and tunnel engineering from the two major fields of bridges and tunnels. At that time, many experts and industry elites will participate together, bringing people a vivid and practical congress experience on seismic resistance, reinforcement testing, design, and construction technology.

　　This summit will mainly focus on the design and construction of bridge and tunnel projects, as well as the maintenance, waterproofing, and reinforcement of bridges and tunnels, and will focus on concentrated discussion of the application market for bridge and tunnel engineering equipment. The summit aims to help enterprises grasp the latest technologies, products, and market trends in the industry, enhance exchanges and cooperation, expand brand influence, and tap business opportunities. At that time, industry elites, relevant experts and scholars, and representatives of bridge and tunnel design institutes, construction enterprises, and engineering materials and equipment enterprises will be invited to gather together for this grand event!

　　It is reported that "China Tunnel Expo 2014 International Tunnel Exhibition" and "Bridge China 2014 International Bridge Exhibition" will be held concurrently with this conference, providing a platform for many enterprises to display their latest products and technologies. At that time, elites including government personnel in the industry, design institutes, research institutes, and many construction units will visit the exhibition. The previous exhibition attracted 355 enterprises from 18 countries and regions, with an exhibition area of more than 20,000 square meters, attracting 21,007 visitors, of whom 19.8% came from overseas. Upstream and downstream customers gathered together to create an industry grand ceremony.

　　The 7th China International Bridge and Tunnel Engineering Congress is a high-end international summit under the global forum annual meeting brand focusing on the bridge and tunnel industry. Spring or autumn annual meetings are held in Shanghai and Beijing, China, respectively, and by the end of 2013, six sessions had been successfully held. The conference will involve various links such as bridge and tunnel construction, new materials, new equipment, special materials, project risk management, and safe operation, presenting an international feast for the vigorous development of the underground engineering and tunnel industry.

　　Visitors can also register online to visit the exhibition, exempting admission fees and obtaining multiple benefits.