[Saipem wins $1.25 billion onshore and offshore contracts in Middle East]Saipem has secured US$1.25 billion worth of onshore and offshore contracts in the Middle East. The first group deals with the extension of onshore drilling contracts in the Middle East with a total value of approximately US$600 million. The award relates to a ten-year extension of existing contracts for four onshore drilling rigs located in the Middle East. Editor/Xing Wentao
On June 24, 2026, the Shenzhen Jilian semi-solid lithium-ion battery project was officially signed in Xiajin County, Dezhou, Shandong Province. The enterprise holds independent semi-solid core technology, and its products are superior to traditional liquid lithium batteries in terms of safety and cycle life. The transformation cost is low and the landing speed is fast. Previously, in October 2025, the company had already landed a similar project in Qihe, Texas. After signing this contract, a coordinated layout was formed between the two places, further improving the local energy storage industry chain. Editor/Cheng Liting
The total number of China Europe freight trains operated in Henan has exceeded 19000. In 2026, the new channel will accelerate its implementation, and a cross-border logistics network with 29 overseas stations and 10 entry and exit ports has been built.Editor/Gao Xue