The first double-decker bus line on Shanghai's West Bund waterfront will be launched soon in response to demand from an increasing number of office workers and tourists.

The popular riverside region along the Huangpu River now boasts a large number of companies, mainly dealing with artificial intelligence and art. Residents and tourists are also flocking to the waterfront in downtown Xuhui District for its public riverside space and over a dozen of art galleries and museums.

The new bus lines will connect Metro stations, office buildings and art venues for the convenience of these visitors, the Xuhui government announced on Wednesday.