SHANGHAI -- Shanghai in East China has achieved complete 5G network coverage across its whole metro system, local communications authority announced Tuesday.

This coverage spans all 21 lines with a total length of 896 kilometers and 517 stations in the city's subway network, and over 80 percent of the system use 5G Advanced (5G-A) technology, according to the Shanghai Communications Administration.

Test results showed average download speeds exceeding 600 Mbps in stations and tunnels, with peak rates surpassing one Gbps. The high-speed network supports improved passenger services while enhancing operational capabilities including smart scheduling, equipment monitoring and emergency response.

Further efforts will be made to optimize the network and expand 5G-A applications to create smarter commuting experiences, according to the administration.