The experiences of European cities see the development of poly-nuclear urban regions (urban networks and network cities), a trend which holds much promise for a better synergy between urban development and the development of infrastructure networks. For Chinese cities, the synergy between these two can be a solution to solve some issues in urban development. Taking Shanghai Hongqiao transportation hub as an example, the necessity and benefits from this synergy are analyzed. After three years' operation, Shanghai Hongqiao hub has a rapidly increasing flow of passengers. The development of Hongqiao hub coincides with Shanghai spatial development. The adjacent areas of the hub are the newly economic boom zones, residential and recreation areas with better quality, and the close neighbor with Jiangsu and Zhejiang province. As an important node in urban transport network, the hub and its vicinity attract modern commercial and service functions. With other urban nodes, Hongqiao hub perfects the urban network for Shanghai. Also the hub promotes Shanghai and other cities to be network cities. Meanwhile, Hongqiao hub should improve its accessibility and the intelligent service system. The urban spatial management policy should be changed so as to cope with the demand of urban development.
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