Smart sanitation is an indispensable part of smart city construction. Under the guidance of national policies, provinces and cities across China have actively responded and prioritized this field. In recent years, Suzhou has vigorously explored and promoted the application of intelligent connected vehicles in sanitation, achieving remarkable results with its unmanned sanitation vehicles. These advancements have provided leading insights for the industry. For instance, in Suzhou’s Dongsha Lake Park and Taihu Science & Technology City, low-speed unmanned cleaning vehicles integrate sweeping, watering, dust suppression, and autonomous driving functions. Their highly safe and efficient unmanned operation model perfectly meets the demands of closed and semi-closed road scenarios.

Meanwhile, on open roads, Suzhou King Long’s 6-ton autonomous cleaning vehicle has been operating routinely for six months on Beixieyu Street in Suzhou Industrial Park, becoming a unique urban landmark. Equipped with a robust autonomous driving system, the vehicle achieves precise edge-sweeping, automatic cleaning, and watering, fulfilling diverse automation needs.

Responding to the call for smart city development, Suzhou King Long’s autonomous sanitation vehicles are now deployed across multiple scenarios—from closed parks to auxiliary roads and open streets—empowering urban management with technology.

Reshaping Sanitation Ecology: Unmanned Cleaners Showcase "Hardcore" Strengths

China has consistently supported and encouraged unmanned sanitation development through policies. As early as 2017, the State Council’s Development Plan for the New Generation of Artificial Intelligence emphasized AI applications in environmental protection and urban operations. In 2020, seven ministries, including the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development, jointly issued guidelines to enhance smart urban governance. The 14th Five-Year Plan (2021) further highlighted the need for intelligent urban upgrades. These policies have laid a solid foundation for the unmanned sanitation sector.

As an industry leader, Suzhou King Long has aligned with Suzhou’s smart sanitation strategy, launching a series of cutting-edge unmanned vehicles. These products integrate 5G, AI, machine vision, and deep self-learning technologies, significantly improving economic efficiency, environmental sustainability, and operational intelligence.

Market data reflects this transformation. According to Qian Juchang, Director of the Sanitation Management Department at Jiangsu Hailanju Smart City Technology Co., Ltd. (the operating company), "Suzhou King Long’s unmanned cleaners have achieved about 90% of expected performance in trials." A single small unmanned vehicle can cover 7,000–10,000 square meters per hour, equivalent to three workers, alleviating labor shortages. The 6-ton model sweeps 2.2 square kilometers hourly, capable of cleaning Beixieyu Street in just 30 minutes, showcasing its open-road technical edge.

As Mr. Qian emphasized, "Technology transforms life. Intelligence and new energy will redefine sanitation." With 5G and AI driving urban digitalization, autonomous technologies are becoming key enablers of smart city evolution.

Remarkable Operational Results: The Future Is Accelerating

As aging labor forces challenge traditional sanitation methods, mechanization and intelligence have become inevitable. Suzhou, starting with pilot projects in its industrial park, is advancing citywide adoption of unmanned technologies to boost efficiency, cut costs, and reduce pollution.

In Taihu Science & Technology City, Suzhou King Long’s low-speed unmanned cleaners use high-precision navigation and AI algorithms for 24/7 obstacle avoidance, route optimization, and targeted waste collection. These innovations have raised efficiency by 60% while achieving "zero carbon emissions," contributing to a "dust-free city."

Since its trial in October 2024, the 6-ton autonomous cleaner has completed over 2,000 kilometers of driverless operation. It demonstrates precise navigation, efficient cleaning, and reliable obstacle detection even on wet roads, proving its adaptability.

Moreover, Suzhou King Long has built an integrated management ecosystem via a "public account + mini-program + cloud platform" system. Operators monitor real-time data like battery levels and fault codes, while remote tracking and video storage ensure full-cycle safety management.

Industry forecasts suggest China’s unmanned sanitation market could reach ¥280 billion by 2025, with cleaning vehicles accounting for over 30% of demand. Suzhou King Long’s solutions address labor intensity and safety risks, earning public praise. As a local resident noted, "These ‘smart’ cleaners are quiet, avoid pedestrians, and showcase technology’s warmth."

Hailanju, as an operator, continues exploring new service models, aligning with its vision of "Smart City Management, Innovative Services," and expanding the "product + service" approach.

Empowering Cities with Technology

Answering the call for smart cities, Suzhou King Long is painting a tech-driven future. From closed parks to bustling streets, its unmanned vehicles are weaving innovation into urban landscapes, crafting a cleaner, smarter tomorrow.