China’s First 100-ton Unmanned EV Mining Dump Truck Launched in Inner Mongolia

2026年7月30日，国内首台百吨级双向行驶无人驾驶纯电矿卡落地投运。该车突破多项关键技术，适配极寒工况、节能降碳，推动矿山绿色智能化升级。 编辑/闵静

LSHEC’s Xinjiang Tower Project Enters Final Sprint Phase

LSHEC has developed six large towers for the low-carbon integration project in Xinjiang Chemical Industry. Leveraging the advantages of self-developed manufacturing integration, LSHEC has overcome the pressure of high temperature construction period and overcome multiple technical difficulties. Multiple equipment have been completed and put into place one after another, fully ensuring timely delivery. Editor/Min Jing

Shanghai Port breaks record for single voyage cargo vehicle loading volume

Two Chinese made ten thousand car class car roll on/roll off ships, the Panamanian Grovis Navigator and the Maltese Grovis Nova, are simultaneously docked at Shanghai Nangang Port, setting sail overseas to transport domestically produced vehicles. Among them, the newly delivered Grovis Nova has completed the loading operation of 7738 new energy vehicles, setting a new record for the number of commercial vehicles loaded on a single voyage at domestic ports. Editor/Cheng Liting

World’s First PV-equipped PCTC Delivered

GSI remotely delivered the world's first 10000 vehicle class LNG dual fuel vehicle transport ship equipped with photovoltaic systems to a South Korean company. The ship was completed over 200 days ahead of schedule, innovatively integrating photovoltaic power supply and LNG power to help reduce emissions in shipping and provide a new technological solution for the development of green ocean going ships. Editor/Min Jing

First 500 MW Impulse Unit Ball Valve Passes Test at Zhala Hydropower Station

The world's first 500 MW impulse type hydroelectric unit inlet ball valve of Datang Zhala Hydropower Station has completed outdoor assembly and passed the water pressure test. The self weight of the ball valve exceeds 300 tons, and the team innovates the assembly process to overcome multiple construction difficulties, promoting the continuous upgrading of core equipment technology for high head and large capacity hydropower in China. Editor/Min Jing

Harbin starts construction of new energy ship base

Qinshi Group's Pi Ship Harbin New Energy Ship Manufacturing Base started construction on July 21 in Hulan District, with a total investment amount not disclosed. The first phase covers an area of 18.42 hectares and is planned to be completed in July 2027, with an annual output of 50 new energy ships, a total of 100000 deadweight tons, 80000 tons of wind power equipment, and 2000 sets of emergency security equipment. The expected annual output value is about 1 billion yuan. Editor/Cheng Liting

China's 550 kV fast circuit breaker reaches international leading level

Recently, the 550 kV fast sulfur hexafluoride circuit breaker developed by China Electric Power Research Institute has been appraised by the Chinese Society of Electrical Engineering, with a breaking time of less than 25 milliseconds, which is about half shorter than traditional methods and has reached the international leading level. This achievement has been popularized and applied in converter stations across the country, providing key equipment support for the construction of the the Belt and Road new power system.Editor/Gao Xue

12 hydrogen ammonia transformers from Xidian have been put into operation

In July 2026, 12 electrolytic water to hydrogen rectifier transformers developed by China XD were fully put into operation in the world's largest zero carbon hydrogen ammonia project in Chifeng, marking the official installation of core equipment.Editor/Gao Xue

Da Te Gas Electronic Special Gas Project starts construction in Nangang

The Da Te Gas Electronic Special Gas Project has recently started construction in the Nangang Industrial Zone of Tianjin, and pile foundation construction has been initiated. It is expected to be completed and put into operation in 2027, with an annual output value of about 150 million yuan after reaching full capacity. The total investment of the project is 105 million yuan, covering an area of about 20000 square meters. It is planned to construct an electronic special gas production line, with supporting layouts for laboratory special gas, medical mixed gas, and solid-state hydrogen storage capacity. Editor/Cheng Liting

The first deep-sea intelligent submarine cable ship is put into operation

On July 15, 2026, the first deep-sea and intelligent submarine cable construction ship "Tianyi Navigator" designed and built by China was officially listed in Shanghai. The captain is 116 meters long, with a full load displacement of 18000 tons. The cable hold can carry 8000 tons of submarine optical cables, ranking first in the world. Equipped with 5.5-meter submarine cable burial equipment, it can operate at depths of up to 1000 meters, breaking the domestic depth record. Integrating Beidou and GPS dual-mode positioning, equipped with an intelligent dynamic positioning system, stable operation can still be achieved under level 5 sea conditions. The ship will be involved in the construction of submarine cables between global computing hubs, supporting AI computing scheduling and deployment of underwater data centers, and becoming an important equipment support for China's computing infrastructure.Editor/Cheng Liting

Petrochemical Machinery Hydrogen Energy Innovation Park starts construction

On July 15, 2026, the Shuzhi Hydrogen Energy Machinery Innovation Park started construction in Dongxihu District, Wuhan, with an expansion of 120 acres. The total investment has not been disclosed, and the plan is to form an annual production capacity of 100 sets of hydrogen compressor sleds, 1GW PEM electrolysis cells, and 1.75GW ALK electrolysis cells for assembly and testing. The previous 55 acres of the park have been put into use as a data intelligence service center and a hydrogen production and refueling equipment quality inspection center. The new park covers the entire chain of research and development, intelligent manufacturing, and testing, deeply integrating AI and digital twin technologies. This move marks the official launch of the construction of China Petrochemical's hydrogen energy equipment industry cluster. Editor/Cheng Liting

Fule De Wuhan Base starts construction

On July 9, 2026, Fulide Precision Cleaning and Recycling Service Base started construction in Optics Valley, with a total investment of 203 million yuan and an area of 21 acres. From signing the contract in April to starting construction in July, it took less than 3 months, and the plan is to complete and put into operation within 12 months. After reaching production capacity, we can provide 30000 pieces of semiconductor cleaning services per month, covering supporting needs such as ceramic melting regeneration and equipment maintenance. Previously, core components such as the Optics Valley etching machine needed to be sent to other places for cleaning, resulting in long turnover cycles and high logistics costs. After the project is put into operation, this gap will be filled, and the Huazhong Pan Semiconductor industry chain will be more complete and efficient. Editor/Cheng Liting

TBEA’s First Self-Developed UHV High-Impedance AC Transformer Passes All Tests

TBEA has independently developed the first prototype of ultra-high voltage high impedance AC transformer in the manufacturing industry, and multiple parties have witnessed its one-time passing of all testing and trials. The product can suppress short-circuit current in the power grid, save equipment renovation investment, and comprehensively improve the safety and stability of power grid operation. Editor/Min Jing

CHNG Achieves First Criticality of Hualong One Unit in Hainan Free Trade Port

CHNG's Hainan Changjiang Nuclear Power Unit 3 achieved its first criticality and entered the stage of power operation. This project is the first Hualong No.1 nuclear power project in Hainan Free Trade Port. After completion, the annual power generation will be 18 billion kilowatt hours, which can significantly reduce carbon emissions and promote the development of green energy in the region. Editor/Min Jing

Energy self balancing converter valve sets sail for installation in Guangdong

The core equipment of the Yangshan Island offshore converter station in Yangjiang set sail from Nantong, Jiangsu, heading towards the Yangjiang sea area in Guangdong. The world's first new type of converter valve with energy self balancing function has officially entered the offshore installation stage. This equipment is developed by Changzhou Borui Electric Power and will be applied to the world's largest offshore wind power direct current transmission project. The project is scheduled to be put into operation in October 2025 and can provide approximately 6 billion kilowatt hours of clean electricity to the Guangdong Hong Kong Macao Greater Bay Area annually, significantly reducing regional carbon emissions. Yes, it is equivalent to saving 1.74 million tons of standard coal and reducing carbon dioxide emissions by approximately 4.62 million tons. Editor/Cheng Liting

Dalian No.1 makes its maiden flight

The Dalian No.1 low altitude cross sea long endurance composite wing unmanned aerial vehicle independently developed by Dalian University of Technology has successfully completed its first sea flight test. The core indicators such as mounting capacity, range and endurance, and wind resistance of this aircraft model have all met expectations, adding a high-performance practical platform for China to build an integrated low altitude economic ecosystem of land, sea and air. Editor/Cheng Liting

Zhaochi Guanglian Nanchang Optical Communication Industry Base starts construction

Recently, Zhaochi Guanglian Jiangxi Nanchang Optical Communication Industry Base officially started construction in Nanchang High tech Zone, and the enterprise's 800G high-speed optical module project has entered the stage of large-scale production. The single story building area of the base is about 32000 square meters, equipped with 10000 level and 1000 level clean workshops, covering key processes throughout the entire process. After reaching production capacity, the monthly production capacity can reach 1.4 million high-speed optical modules. At present, the enterprise has completed small-scale verification of 400G and 800G optical modules, and is simultaneously promoting the research and development of 1.6T optical modules. In the future, it will deepen collaborative cooperation with domestic computing and communication leading manufacturers.Editor/Cheng Liting

Jianglong Ship's high-end marine three purpose work vessel starts construction

On June 30, 2026, the construction of two SPA65 AHTS multi-purpose workboats by Jianglong Shipbuilding officially began. This type of ship is suitable for complex sea operations worldwide, with a total length of 64 meters. It is equipped with the DP-2 dynamic positioning system and integrates functions such as anchoring, towing, material supply, and maritime rescue. Editor/Cheng Liting

The export volume of foreign trade automobiles at Guangzhou Port increased year-on-year

On June 30, 2026, it was learned from the Guangzhou Maritime Safety Administration that the export volume of foreign trade vehicles at the Xinsha Port in Guangzhou increased by 169.7% year-on-year from January to June this year, with a year-on-year increase of 81.7% in the export volume of new energy vehicles. The scale of foreign trade vehicle exports continues to expand. Editor/Min Jing

Lingang Xingang Integrated Wafer Manufacturing Project Starts Construction

On June 29, 2026, the groundbreaking ceremony of the Lingang New Area Xingang Integration Project was held at the project site in Xinlu Village, Wanxiang Town. The total construction area of the first phase of the project is about 620000 square meters. After completion, it will focus on the research and manufacturing of 55nm to 28nm planar process integrated circuits, providing professional integrated circuit outsourcing services to global customers. The first phase is planned to start construction in the third quarter of 2026 and be delivered for use by the end of 2027, further improving the integrated circuit industry ecosystem in Lingang. Editor/Cheng Liting

The world's largest LNG ship starts construction in Zhonghua, eastern Shanghai

The world's first batch of 271000 cubic meters QC Max ultra large LNG transport ships has officially started construction at China Shipbuilding Hudong Zhonghua. The cargo capacity of this ship has increased by 57% compared to mainstream 174000 cubic meters, and its performance meets international top standards. Hudong Zhonghua holds nearly 60 LNG ship orders scheduled for delivery after 2030, with the first ship expected to be delivered in 2028, filling the global LNG capacity gap and showcasing China's high-end shipbuilding capabilities. Editor/Cheng Liting

The Shanggong Flying Man Light Aircraft Manufacturing Project has started construction

On June 17, 2026, the carbon fiber composite structural components and light aircraft manufacturing project of Shanggong Feiren General Aviation (Weihai) Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Shanggong Shenbei Holdings, was officially laid in Weihai Torch High tech Industrial Development Zone. The project is jointly funded by Shanggong Shenbei Group and Weihai High tech Venture Capital Partnership, with a planned area of about 103 acres. It will build a headquarters base integrating the production of carbon fiber composite structural components, light aircraft assembly, research and development, and marketing, to help domestic general aviation extend into the high-end composite manufacturing field. Editor/Cheng Liting

Nantong, China starts construction of a 10000 ton deep-sea cable laying ship

On June 15, 2026, the groundbreaking ceremony for the 16000 ton deep-sea self propelled cable laying ship was held in Nantong. The ship was designed by China Shipbuilding Industry Corporation's 708 Research Institute and is expected to be delivered in the second half of 2027, meeting the classification standards of China Classification Society. The total length of the vessel is 161.8 meters, with a maximum cable carrying capacity of 16000 tons. It has unlimited navigation capacity and is equipped with a fully electric propulsion system, which can achieve DP2 level power positioning. The vessel supports the laying of 3000 meter ultra deep water submarine cables, which will help enterprises achieve full chain operation of deep and offshore engineering after being put into use, and explore the market of deepwater offshore engineering at home and abroad. Editor/Li Xiaohua

JSW Steel's new 650 billion rupee plant lands in Odisha, India

JSW Steel, India's largest steel company, has started construction of a 650 billion rupee integrated steel plant in Paradip, Odisha, with a designed annual production capacity of 13.2 million tons. The earliest production date is 2028. This project is one of the largest industrial investments in the state, in line with the mission strategy in eastern India. It was once the site chosen by POSCO due to local opposition in 2000. JSW plans to increase its total production capacity from 31.9 million tons to 48.8 million tons by 2030, and capital expenditures will increase by nearly 50% year-on-year in the next fiscal year. Editor/Cheng Liting

The world's largest LNG ship, Hudong Zhonghua, has started construction

On June 9, 2026, the world's largest 271000 cubic meter LNG transport ship started construction at Zhonghua Shipbuilding in Hudong, with a total length of 344 meters and equipped with the latest domestically produced membrane enclosure system, increasing cargo capacity by 57% compared to mainstream 174000 cubic meter ships. It is planned to be delivered in 2028. At present, the global market share of LNG ships in China has exceeded 30%, and Hudong Zhonghua holds nearly 60 orders, scheduled until after 2030, firmly ranking first in global construction. Editor/Cheng Liting

Dalian Shipbuilding wins large order for oil tankers

On May 28, 2026, CSSC Dalian Shipbuilding, in conjunction with CSSC Trading, signed a contract with Huaguang Shipping for 2+2 114000 ton product oil tankers. This type of ship reserves multiple green fuels and also has intelligent operation and maintenance functions.Editor/Gao Xue

The world's first methanol ship conversion EPC project has been delivered

The world's largest independent container ship owner, Seaspan 10K series methanol dual fuel retrofit project, has successfully completed the entire retrofit project for the first ship, SEASPAN YANGTZE, at COSCO SHIPPING Heavy Industries in Shanghai ahead of schedule and delivered it for operation. This project is the world's largest independent container ship owner's first methanol dual fuel EPC general contracting project.Editor/Gong Ziwei

Self propelled boundary river emergency rescue floating crane project

The China Russia border river emergency rescue floating crane project of Heilongjiang Provincial Water Traffic Rescue Center has started construction, with the addition of a 300 ton self-propelled floating crane and supporting work vessels, making it the largest self-propelled and fully revolving lifting vessel in the field of inland river rescue in the three provinces and one region of Northeast China. The ship integrates cutting-edge technologies such as full electric propulsion, intelligent search, and 300 ton lifting, filling the gap in modern salvage of large-scale accidents in the Jiehe River basin and building a fully chain intelligent salvage system. Editor/Cheng Liting

Guizhou Kaiyang Expansion of Lithium Battery Positive Electrode Material Project

On May 21, 2026, the Kaiyang Branch of Guiyang Ecological Environment Bureau released the first information disclosure on the environmental impact assessment of the Guizhou Zhongwei Xingyang Energy Storage High end Phosphorus based Positive Electrode Material Industrialization Project. According to public information, the project is invested and constructed by Guizhou Zhongwei Xingyang Energy Storage Technology Co., Ltd. with a total investment of 1.8 billion yuan. The project plans to build a high-pressure solid lithium iron phosphate production workshop and related auxiliary facilities, environmental protection facilities, etc. The expansion will be built within the existing factory area without adding land occupation.Editor/Cheng Liting

Dongfeng Hydrogen Electric 10000 hour verification, CRRC electrolytic cell shipment

In May 2026, Dongfeng Motor's 400kW hydrogen fuel cell stack passed the new national standard 10000 hour durability verification; Twelve 1200Nm ³/h alkaline electrolysis cells were shipped from CRRC Zhuzhou Institute for the world's first liquid solar industrialization demonstration project.Editor/Gao Xue