Construction Plans

Plan Concept:

1. Harmony between man and nature
2. Harmony between past, present and future
3. Harmony between human beings

Rationale

1. To accord with the theme of 'Better City, Better Life'
2. Convenient transportation
3. In keeping with the industrial restructuring strategy of Shanghai
4. Permanent use

Site:

The site of Expo 2010 is located between the Nanpu Bridge and Lupu Bridge, in the waterfront area on both sides of the Huangpu River. It covers an area of about 5.28 square kilometers (about 2.04 square miles), of which 3.93 square kilometers (about 1.58square miles) is in Pudong and 1.35 square kilometers (about 0.52 square miles) is in Puxi. The main construction plan for the World Expo 2010 follows a five level structure:

Parks - The entire 5.28 square kilometers to consist of an enclosed area with a support facility area outside it.

Enclosed area - The 3.22 square kilometers core area subject to an admission fee, with 2.47 square kilometers in Pudong and 0.75 square kilometers in Puxi
Zones - There are five functional zones in the enclosed area-A, B, C, D and E, the first three of which are in Pudong and the remaining two in Puxi.

1. Zone A - It is 54.9 hectares (about 0.21 square mile), including China Pavilion and national pavilions of countries in Asia except for ASEAN countries.
2. Zone B - It is 87.8 hectares (about 0.34 square mile), including the Theme Pavilions, national pavilions of ASEAN and Oceania countries, pavilions of international organizations, Expo Center and Performance Center.
3. Zone C - It is 104.3 hectares (about 0.4 square mile), including national pavilions of countries from Europe, America and Africa as well as pavilions of international organizations. Apart from these, a public amusement park of about 10 hectares is to be built in front of the entrance.
4. Zone D - Covering an area of 49.7 hectares (about 0.19 square mile), it is the site of Jiangnan Shipyard which is one of the original sites of modern China's national industry. While preserving a group of valuable historical buildings, this area is designed for outdoor public exhibitions and cultural exchange.
5. Zone E - Here 25.1 hectares (about 0.1 square mile), there will be stand-alone corporate pavilions, a World Exposition and an Urban Best Practices Area.

Groups - There are 12 pavilion groups, eight of which are in Pudong and four of which are in Puxi. Each is about 10 to 15 hectare (25 to 37 acres).
Clusters - The design is for 26 pavilion clusters, each of which is about 20,000 to 25, 000 square meters (0.5 to 0.6 acre). One pavilion cluster can contain 40 to 45 exhibition units. For the convenience of exhibitors and visitors, each cluster will have small canteens, shops, telecom, toilets, mother and baby services and other public facilities.

National Pavilion

Type 1:Pavilion designed and built by official exhibitors

Official participants to have free space measured in units of 500 square meters (approx 0.12 acre). A participant can apply for between 2 and 12 units. These will all be temporary buildings.

Steps:

• Site clearance and preparation - July 2004 to February 2007
• Pavilions designed by exhibitors - March 2007 to October 2007
• Land transfer and construction of pavilions - November 2007 to October 2009
• Exhibition fitting out - November 2009 to January 2010

Type 2: Stand-alone pavilion built by the organizer and rented to exhibitors

Three kinds of exhibition stands for rental by participants: one unit of 500 square kilometers, two units of 1,000 square meters (about 0.24 acre) and four units of 2,000 square meters (about 0.49 acre). The first two charged at CNY4100 per square meter and the third charged at CNY3900 per square meter. In addition, the organizer will provide each participant an outdoor space equal to 8% of the units.

Steps:

• Site clearance and preparation - July 2004 to February 2007
• Preliminary work - March 2007 to August 2007
• Pavilion design by the Organizer - September 2007 to May 2008
• Construction of pavilions by the organizer - June 2008 to April 2009
• Pavilions rented out to participants - May 2008 to October 3009
• Exhibition fitting out - November 2009 to January 2010

Type 3: Joint-pavilion built by the organizer and provided to the developing countries for free

In principle, one indoor unit of 324 square meters (about 0.08 acre) will be provided free of charge to each developing country participant. In special situations, no more than two units are available.

Steps:

• Site clearance and preparation - July 2004 to February 2007
• Preliminary work - March 2007 to March 2008
• Pavilion design by the Organizer - April 2008 to October 2008
• Construction of pavilions by the organizer -- November 2008 to October 2009
• Exhibition fitting out - November 2009 to January 2010

Theme Pavilions:

Five theme pavilions will occupy Zone B. These will be the Urban Being Pavilion, Urban Life Pavilion, Urban Planet Pavilion, Urban Civilization Pavilion and Future Pavilion, corresponding to the five sub-themes of Expo 2010.

Urban Being Pavilion: To show the daily activities of people in cities, reflecting how the cities satisfy their needs and what kind of cities can offer a better life style.
Urban Life Pavilion: To show the interaction between people and cities, it aims to demonstrate ways to protect cities, and ways in which life styles can improve them.
Urban Planet Pavilion: Will show the changes in the relationship and flux between rural and urban areas as well as zoological transformation worldwide, and reflect on the effects on the earth due to urbanization.
Urban Civilization Pavilion: With an exhibition of a number of artworks, this pavilion aims to reflect the footprint of humankind from ancient civilization to the present day.
Urban Future Pavilion: Will focuson people's aspirations and pursue the future of urban life, this pavilion shows how intellect, enthusiasm, science and technology, influence the future for humankind.

China Pavilions:

Located in Zone A, the core area of Expo 2010, the China Pavilion is at a prime position when entering the Pudong Section of Expo 2010. In terms of the layout, this area consists of three parts-the immortal China National Pavilion, the China Regional Pavilion as well as the Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan Pavilion.

Expo Center:

Covering an area of about 140,000 square meters (about 35 acres), the Expo Center is located on the Zone B with 350 meters (about 0.2 miles) from east to west and 140 meters (about 0.09 miles) from north to south. It is one of the permanent buildings of Expo 2010. During Expo, it will be the command center, celebration and conference center, news center and forum activity center. After the Expo, it will be a first-class international conference center.

Performance Center:

With a floor-space of about 45,000 square meters (about 11.1 acres), the Performance Center located in Zone B is a multifunctional place for variety performances, celebrations and congregations, art exchanges, academic research, food and entertainment and tourism viewing.

Corporate Pavilions:

The corporate pavilions are located in Puxi and are to be sponsored by prominent domestic and international corporations. In terms of the preliminary plan, 16 corporate pavilions will occupy an area of about 110,000 square meters (about 27 acres). Apart from exhibiting products, the more important aim of this part is to show the theme of Expo 2010 by high-technology, cultural atmosphere and performances.

Urban Best Practice Area:

Covering an area of about 15.12 hectares (about 37.36 acres), the Urban Best Practice Area stands Zone E, including north and South blocks. The four exhibition areas formed here will be - practical housing, sustainable urbanization, protection and use of historical legacy as well as science and technology innovation, corresponding to the themes of Expo 2010. It also provides an exchange platform for the representatives from all over the world.

World Expo Museum:

The World Exposition Museum will be built in Zone E to show excellent cultural works from all over the world at all periods. With the Theme Pavilions and Urban Best Practice Area, it forms part of the vital thematic areas of Expo 2010.

Expo Axis:

The 1,000 meters (about 0.6mile) long and 110 meters (about 0.07 mile) wide, Expo Axis is the largest building of Expo 2010. It is in the central area of Pudong, linking the four permanent constructions - China Pavilions, Expo Center, Performance Center and Theme Pavilions. The Expo will have two floors below ground and two above. It is a traffic hub connecting the pedestrian walkways, providing visitors convenient ways to enter the various exhibition pavilions and center. As well as being a transit hub, it will be a large commercial center with catering and entertainment facilities.