On March 20, 2023, more than a hundred ships of all sizes on Kunming Lake in the Summer Palace officially set sail. On the basis of comprehensively updating the wharf facilities, the 200 small cruise ships in the Summer Palace are also equipped with the "5G + Beidou" cruise ship system this year. The tiny 5G box allows the Summer Palace cruise ships to enter the 5G era and at the same time enhances the shipping experience of tourists.

This year, the 200 ships in the Summer Palace are fully equipped with 5G boxes, which integrates the cruise ships into the park’s smart management system. When there is an emergency or a problem with the cruise ship, tourists can call for help through the 5G box so that the staff can quickly locate the ship and provide timely support through the 5G box carried on it. In addition, the on-board commentary service will also be launched this year. Relying on the cruise ship positioning system, when the ship comes around the lake and approaches nearby the attractions, the mobile phone mini-program will pop up a voice guide. Thus the tourists can truly visit the Summer Palace on Kunming Lake.

This year, the Summer Palace has opened 3 small piers, namely Yulantang Pier, Wenchangge Pier, and Bafangting Pier, providing tourists with 200 antiqued battery-powered boats, pedal boats and rowing boats. 11 fixed routes have been set for tourists, basically covering popular scenic spots and main visiting routes in the park. When the wind reaches level 4 and above (including gusts), the staff will stop selling tickets of all cruise ships to ensure the safety of tourists. Additionally, all ships are stocked with life-saving equipment according to the number of passengers permitted.