The Yellow River Guxian Water Conservancy Hub is accelerating comprehensively

In July 2026, the Guxian Water Conservancy Hub Project on the Yellow River entered a comprehensive acceleration stage. As a strategic project for Yellow River management, its dam site controls over 60% of the basin area. After the official start of construction in 2024, a large amount of earthwork and concrete work has been completed. In 2027, the river will be intercepted, and after full completion in 2034, it can supply water to more than ten million acres of farmland in Shanxi and Shaanxi, and supplement the follow-up power of Xiaolangdi water and sediment regulation. Editor/Cheng Liting

The amount of green energy added to the Three Gorges water reaches a new high

Since the beginning of summer, the Yangtze River has entered a period of abundant water, greatly improving its shipping capacity. As the only LNG refueling hub in the Three Gorges Reservoir area that operates stably year-round, the LNG refueling terminal in Guizhou Town, Zigui County, Hubei Province is known as the "green energy supply station" on the water in the Three Gorges Reservoir area. Since its official operation, the refueling volume has continued to steadily increase. In June 2026, the monthly refueling volume of the terminal exceeded 1000 tons for the first time, setting a new monthly record since its commissioning. Editor/Cheng Liting

Sea land integrated flexible straight engineering converter station

The first integrated sea land offshore wind power flexible direct transmission project in China has reached a critical milestone, with the core hub of the project - the offshore converter station - starting to be shipped and expected to arrive in Yangjiang, Guangdong in a week. This offshore converter station has a huge volume, with an overall height of 43 meters, equivalent to a 15 story building, and a single platform area close to a standard football field. Editor/Cheng Liting

Stable growth of China's new energy vehicle market in the first half of 2026

The latest data released by the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers on July 9th shows that from January to June 2026, the production, sales, and export volume of China's new energy vehicle market have shown a stable growth trend. Among them, the production and sales of new energy vehicles reached 7.438 million and 7.446 million respectively, an increase of 6.7% and 7.3% year-on-year; In June, the sales of new energy vehicles accounted for nearly 60% of the total sales of new cars. Since 2026, the export of new energy vehicles has become the core driving force for the growth of automobile exports.Editor/Gong Ziwei

Huaneng Chifeng Wind Power General Contracting Project enters preparation stage

On July 7, 2026, Huaneng platform announced the candidate for the general contracting of the 1.2 million kilowatt wind power project in Wengniute Banner, Chifeng, with a total bid price of nearly 2.88 billion yuan for the two sections. The project is divided into north and south wind farms, each with 60 10MW wind turbines, equipped with 400MW/1600MWh energy storage, two 220kV boosting stations and a 500kV collection station, and equipped with phase-shifting cameras to ensure the stability of the power grid. The first winning bidders for the two major sections are the joint venture led by East China Institute of Electric Power Construction and Chengdu Institute of Electric Power Construction. The project landing will accelerate the construction of a large-scale new energy base in eastern Mongolia.Editor/Gong Ziwei

Alxa Molten Salt Energy Storage Project Formally Registered

On July 7, 2026, the Inner Mongolia Boyuan Yingen Chemical Alxa Natural Alkali Supporting 90MW/900MWh Molten Salt Energy Storage Project was registered. The project is located in Alxa Right Banner, with a total investment of 388 million yuan and a construction period from August 2026 to December 2028. We will construct a complete set of electric heating, molten salt heat storage, steam generation, and steam turbine power generation systems, equipped with binary solar salt heat storage media and various pump bodies and heat exchange equipment. After completion, we will rely on green electricity direct connection to provide energy storage and supply support for alkali processing projects.Editor/Gong Ziwei

Xinjiang Hami's Largest Linear Fresnel CSP Project Enters Commercial Trial Operation

The CTG Hami Million Kilowatt Solar Thermal Photovoltaic Integrated Project has entered commercial trial operation, including a 100000 kilowatt linear Fresnel molten salt solar thermal power station that can stably store heat and peak load for eight hours. The project has overcome multiple debugging difficulties and will output standardized industry operation and maintenance technical solutions. Editor/Min Jing

Wison New Energies Secures FPSO EPCIC Contract for Ivory Coast Project

Wison New Energies has signed contracts with Eni and Altera to undertake the construction of the Baleine Phase III FPSO in the local area. The equipment is suitable for deepwater operations, which can significantly increase oil and gas production capacity, supply natural gas to the local market, and boost the company's deep cultivation of the global high-end marine engineering market. Editor/Min Jing

World's First Nano Foam Concrete Shield Grouting Technology Applied by CCECC in Macao

CCECC joined forces with many parties to launch the world's first nano foam concrete shield grouting technology in the northern section of the East Line of Macao Light Rail. This technology can significantly reduce the buoyancy of segments and reduce construction costs. More than ten local Macao institutions went to the site to verify the results, and will subsequently promote technical standardization and large-scale promotion. Editor/Min Jing

Installation of domestically produced 500 MW hydropower units

The world's first 500 MW impulse hydroelectric unit has entered the installation phase at a high-altitude power station, achieving 100% localization. At the same time, domestic variable speed pumped storage technology breaks the overseas monopoly and provides core support for the consumption of new energy.Editor/Gao Xue

Chinese Enterprises Sign Contract for Kazakhstan Steel Project

Fujian Metallurgical Industry Design Institute signed a contract for the design of a 1.5 million ton high-quality steel production line in Kazakhstan, marking a new breakthrough in China Kazakhstan steel production capacity cooperation. The project will export Chinese metallurgical technology and standards to assist in the upgrading of local industries.Editor/Gao Xue

Tajikistan antimony production plant put into operation

On July 7, 2026, Tajikistan's President Rahmon unveiled the plaque for the Sugd antimony production plant, which processes 5000 tons of raw materials annually and can provide 200 job opportunities. On the same day, the President laid the foundation for a new metallurgical enterprise with an annual output of 2 tons of gold, which is expected to start production in August 2027.Editor/Gao Xue

Ambassador Chen Daojiang visits Chiapas, Mexico

From July 5th to 7th, 2026, Chinese Ambassador to Mexico Chen Daojiang visited the state of Chiapas in Mexico and met with the local governor, state speaker, and representatives of parliament. Chen Daojiang stated that China is willing to leverage the resource advantages of Chiapas state to deepen practical cooperation between the two sides and benefit the people of both countries. Mexican officials have expressed their appreciation for their relationship with China and look forward to expanding cooperation in areas such as science and technology innovation, green development, and cultural tourism and education. In addition, Chen Daojiang attended the anniversary event of the founding of Southern University in Chazhou and delivered a keynote speech, helping to deepen friendly exchanges and the construction of a community with a shared future between China and Latin America.Editor/Gong Ziwei

Chinese companies invest in Indonesia's Bali waste to energy project to launch

On July 8, 2026, the first waste incineration power generation project invested by Chinese enterprises in Bali, Indonesia officially started construction. The project is undertaken by Zhejiang Weiming Environmental Protection, covering an area of approximately 60000 square meters, with a construction period of two years and an operation period of thirty years. Local officials claim that the project can reduce landfill waste by 80%, reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 640000 tons annually, optimize local ecology, boost tourism, and become a model for similar projects in Indonesia. The company leader stated that they will export mature domestic waste incineration technology and operational experience, and provide environmental protection solutions tailored to local conditions.Editor/Gong Ziwei

The 19.084 billion yuan Dacun Zunyi railway project has been approved

Recently, the National Development and Reform Commission approved the proposal for the construction of the new Dacun Zunyi Railway project. The line starts from Gelaoba South Station in Zunyi, Guizhou, crosses the Chishui River through Bozhou and Renhuai into Sichuan and ends at Dacun Station on the Xuda Railway. The total length is 139.85 kilometers (108 kilometers in Guizhou and 32 kilometers in Sichuan), with a total estimated investment of 19.084 billion yuan. It is planned to be built as a Class II single track electrified railway of the national railway, with a designed speed of 120 kilometers per hour. Six new stations will be built and two connecting stations will be renovated. The project connects the Xuda, Wengma, and Sichuan Guizhou railways, serving as a connecting line between the western land sea new channel and the western central channel, as well as a convenient freight channel between Sichuan and Guizhou. It mainly undertakes the exchange of goods between southern Sichuan, central Guizhou, and some Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao, and implements the use of circular railways to reduce logistics costs. At present, it has entered the preliminary design and construction drawing stage, and is expected to start construction before the end of the year.Editor/Gong Ziwei

Moroccan pumped storage project launches EPC bidding

The Moroccan National Electricity and Drinking Water Authority has officially launched the EPC bidding for the El Menzel 300MW pumped storage project, with a bidding deadline of September 30th. The total investment of the project is 244 million US dollars, with supporting construction of upper and lower reservoirs, 400 kV substations, and 44 kilometers of transmission lines, financed by non bank and German KfW. Previously, three consortia, including six Chinese funded enterprises, have passed the pre qualification review, and the project will support Morocco's goal of achieving a 52% share of renewable energy by 2030. Editor/Cheng Liting

Alashan large-scale energy storage project starts construction

On July 3, 2026, the Afengbaofeng 1000MW/4000MWh new energy storage special project in Ejina Banner, Alxa League officially started construction. The project is fully invested by a subsidiary of Ningxia Baofeng Group, relying on the advantages of the entire industry chain and adopting standardized liquid cooled lithium iron phosphate prefabricated cabin technology. It is planned to be connected to the grid and put into operation within the year. After completion, the project will form a source grid load storage coordination system with surrounding 500 kV substations and supporting transmission lines, effectively ensuring the nearby grid connection and efficient transmission of large-scale wind and solar bases in the region, and consolidating the consumption support capacity of Alxa New Energy Base. Editor/Cheng Liting

Dalat Banner Pure Hydrogen Independent Energy Storage Demonstration Project

Recently, the independent energy storage demonstration project on the power grid side of Dalate Banner, Inner Mongolia Hydrogen Electric Technology started construction in the local economic development zone, with a total investment of 150 million yuan and covering an area of 42 acres. The project adopts a pure hydrogen energy storage route with a total capacity of 2MW/4MWh, constructing a complete electrolytic water hydrogen production hydrogen storage hydrogen fuel cell power generation full chain system, which can provide grid peak shaving and frequency regulation services, and surplus green hydrogen supply to surrounding industrial enterprises. Editor/Cheng Liting

Deepening cultural and tourism cooperation between China and Arab countries

At the end of June 2026, a Chinese tourism delegation visited Abu Dhabi and the two sides reached multiple cooperation agreements. Etihad Airways announced that its flights to China will increase to 35 per week.Editor/Gao Xue

PetroChina and Total Energy Paris Meeting

On July 6, 2026, PetroChina and Total Energy held the ninth meeting of the Strategic Cooperation Steering Committee in Paris, and both sides agreed to strengthen communication, operate existing projects well, and promote cooperation to a new level.Editor/Gao Xue

Chinese enterprises undertake the construction and opening of highways in Cambodia

On July 7, 2026, the upgrade project of Cambodia's Highway 7, undertaken by China Road and Bridge Corporation, was opened to traffic in Kampong Cham Province. Cambodian Prime Minister Hong Manet and Chinese Ambassador to Cambodia Wang Wenbin attended the event. The project is 45.5 kilometers long and has received preferential loan support from the Export Import Bank of China.Editor/Gao Xue

Nanyang-Xinyang-Hefei High-speed Railway Approved for Year-end Construction

The Nanxinhe high-speed railway, with a total investment of 68.1 billion yuan, has been approved after four years of preparation. The route is located in mountainous areas with difficult construction in soft soil geology, and the Anhui section is a key hub. The project will start construction at the end of the year and significantly reduce travel time from southern Henan to the Yangtze River Delta after its opening, driving the development of infrastructure industries along the route. Editor/Min Jing

CCCC Deploys Teams for Typhoon Relief Across Guangxi

Affected by Typhoon Maysak, many areas in Qinzhou and Fangchenggang, Guangxi have experienced dangerous situations such as waterlogging, landslides, and blocked roads. CCCC quickly deployed personnel and equipment to various project departments in Guangxi, cleared blocked roads, cleared accumulated water, cleared post disaster garbage, and made every effort to eliminate safety hazards, assist local post disaster recovery, demonstrating the responsibility of central enterprises. Editor/Min Jing

Suzhou Advances Low-altitude Economy High-quality Growth

Suzhou is vigorously expanding its low altitude economic industry and has opened 546 low altitude air routes, with complete low altitude infrastructure and vast service airspace. The local area is deeply cultivating low altitude application scenarios in multiple fields, improving the industrial ecology and governance system, promoting the extension of low altitude economy from manufacturing to services, and assisting the development of new quality productivity. 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

The proportion of installed wind and solar power in Shandong has exceeded 50%

Recently, with the commissioning of the Huaneng Dezhou Xiaomiao Zhuang 30000 kW wind power project, the total installed capacity of wind and photovoltaic power in Shandong has reached 130.56 million kW, accounting for 50.18% of the province's total installed capacity of electricity, achieving a historic achievement of more than half of the installed capacity of wind and solar power. As a major industrial and energy consuming province, Shandong has previously achieved a new energy installed capacity surpassing coal-fired power. The proportion of wind and solar installed capacity has exceeded 50%, marking the continuous deepening of the local green and low-carbon transformation, which will inject solid green power support into industrial green upgrading. Editor/Cheng Liting

The proportion of new energy installed capacity in Hainan has exceeded 50%

As of the end of June 2026, the installed capacity of new energy in Hainan has reached 12.71 million kilowatts, accounting for 50.1% of the total installed capacity in the province, officially entering a new stage of development dominated by new energy. In the past five years, the installed capacity of new energy in Hainan has grown more than five times. With the continuous improvement of the source network load storage coordination system and the island's characteristic intelligent dispatch mechanism, the local green power consumption capacity has steadily improved. Multiple scenarios such as zero carbon demonstration zones and agricultural photovoltaic complementarity have also been implemented simultaneously, accumulating mature experience for the large-scale operation of high proportion new energy on the island. Editor/Cheng Liting

Wisdom Blueprint Starts 36.75B Yuan Computing Center in Qingyang Gansu

On July 6, 2026, the first phase of the Wisdom Blueprint Western Intelligent Computing Center, with a total investment of 3.675 billion yuan, began construction in the Qingyang East Digital West Computing Park. The project focuses on zero carbon green power construction, with five industry-leading advantages. Multiple industry contracts have been completed simultaneously on site, and after completion, green computing power will be output to help the local area build a green computing power industry highland.Editor/Min Jing

CR15G Wins 540M Yuan Stone Mining Project in Baiyin Gansu

CR15G has won the tuff stone mining project in Jingyuan County, Baiyin, Gansu Province, with a contract amount of 540 million yuan and a construction period of 1095 days. The project covers earthwork stripping, ore mining and transportation, etc. It aims to develop local minerals in a green manner, supplement the production capacity of building materials, ensure the supply of regional infrastructure building materials, and promote the development of local mining economy. Editor/Min Jing

LSHEAVY EQUIPMENT Delivers Hydrogenation Reactor for Tianjin Petrochemical

During the high temperature and scorching heat, LSHEAVY EQUIPMENT overcame difficulties and successfully completed and delivered the Tianjin Petrochemical mixed hydrogenation reactor. The manufacturing process of this equipment is complex and the quality control standards are strict. The enterprise optimized the production plan, strictly controlled the quality of the entire process, and completed the delivery on schedule, helping Tianjin Petrochemical to control hidden dangers and improve production quality. Editor/Min Jing