Main Works of Anhui Huoshan Pumped Storage Project Awarded to Two Central SOEs

The two core sections of Anhui Huoshan Pumped Storage Power Station with a total investment of 7.556 billion yuan have been finalized, and Sinohydro 5 has won the bid for reservoir related projects, totaling over 1.4 billion yuan. The project is about to enter the main construction phase, which will assist in the construction of Anhui's new power system and local development. Editor/Min Jing

Inwi and Huawei Launch 8T8R Commercial Deployment on Morocco High-Speed Rail

Moroccan operator inwi collaborates with Huawei to complete the commercial deployment of dual band 8T8R along the high-speed rail line, leveraging HyperBeamforming technology to expand signal coverage and significantly enhance the downstream network experience. The plan does not require the addition of new base stations, optimizes the quality of high-speed rail mobile communication, and helps with local digital construction. Editor/Min Jing

Sinohydro 5 Wins Bid for Three Gorges New Water Transport Pilot Project

Sinohydro 5 has successfully won the bid for the second phase of the on-site transportation road of the Three Gorges Water Transport New Channel with a total investment of 77.2 billion yuan. This project is a prerequisite for the construction of the main project and may reshape the competitive landscape of the subsequent billion dollar section. Editor/Min Jing

The Hualong One nuclear power project is connected to the grid for power generation

On August 1, 2026, the first "Hualong One" nuclear power project in Hainan Province, Unit 3 of the Huaneng Changjiang Nuclear Power Phase II project, was connected to the grid for power generation, marking the unit's official ability to transmit electricity to the grid and taking a crucial step towards commercial operation and production goals. The project plans to construct two 1.2 million kilowatt nuclear power units, equipped with China's proprietary intellectual property "Hualong One" third-generation pressurized water reactor nuclear power technology. Editor/Cheng Liting

Five trillion yuan invested in the new power grid

On July 31, 2026, the National Development and Reform Commission held a press conference in July to disclose the infrastructure layout and key energy and power work during the 15th Five Year Plan period. The press conference revealed that as an important component of the six networks, the new power grid for the 15th Five Year Plan plans to invest over 5 trillion yuan and will adhere to the national strategy of scientifically planning and constructing the six networks. Editor/Cheng Liting

Flywheel energy storage project starts construction in Golmud

On August 1, 2026, the 20 MW flywheel energy storage project located in Golmud City, Haixi Mongolian and Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture officially began construction. The 20 MW flywheel energy storage project under construction this time is part of the Golmud Dongyue Energy Storage Power Station of China Green Development Qinghai Branch. Dongyue Energy Storage Power Station is a large-scale hybrid new energy storage project, mainly including a 150 MW/600 MW grid type lithium iron phosphate electrochemical energy storage system, a 20 MW flywheel energy storage system, and a 5 MW lithium-ion supercapacitor system. Editor/Cheng Liting

Expected solar power installation to exceed coal-fired power in the third quarter

On July 30, 2026, the China Electricity Council released a report stating that the installed capacity of solar power is expected to surpass that of coal-fired power in the third quarter, and the cumulative installed capacity of wind and solar power will reach half of the total installed capacity by the end of the year. The newly added electricity installed capacity for the whole year is expected to reach 400 million kilowatts, and the proportion of non fossil energy installed capacity is expected to rise to around 63%.Editor/Gao Xue

The first land sea new channel shuttle bus between Chongqing and Harbin has been launched

The first direct bus service of the Western Land Sea New Corridor has been successfully launched between Chongqing and Harbin, and Hamigua has officially entered the Land Sea Premium Public Service Platform. The shuttle bus adopts a cold chain transportation system that combines public and railway transportation, opening up a new channel for the export of Hami melons, promoting the direct delivery of characteristic agricultural products to the southwest and exporting them to the ASEAN market, marking a new level of cooperation between Chongqing Harbin logistics and industry.Editor/Gao Xue

CB&I wins Abu Dhabi offshore oil well contract

CB&I Asset Solutions has signed a contract with Cosmo E&P Albahriya to provide drilling, engineering design, and operational support services for Block 4 offshore in Abu Dhabi. This signing further consolidates CB&I's position in the Middle East market, and both parties commit to promoting block exploration and development in a safe and environmentally friendly manner.Editor/Gao Xue

The Cambodia wind power project of Sinohydro Bureau 14 has officially started construction

On July 26, 2026, the first wind power project in Cambodia, the Mondulkirisen Monolon 150 MW wind power project, officially started construction by the 14th Bureau of Hydroelectric Power. The project is located in the mountainous area of Mondulkiri Province, with a planned deployment of 24 wind turbines and supporting facilities such as roads and power collection lines. After the completion of the project, clean power can be supplied, the local energy structure can be improved, and Cambodia's green transformation can be assisted. It is a model of green energy cooperation in the joint construction of the the Belt and Road between China and Cambodia. The implementation of this project also demonstrates the continuous improvement of China's wind power technology and the competitiveness of overseas EPC projects.Editor/Gong Ziwei

China Kyrgyzstan Uzbekistan Railway Reshaps Regional Logistics Pattern

The President of Uzbekistan affirmed the progress of key infrastructure projects in Central Asia. The President called the China Kyrgyzstan Uzbekistan Railway a masterpiece of the century. After completion, it will create a core transportation channel, reshape regional logistics and geopolitical patterns, significantly reduce the time and cost of Asia Europe freight transportation, and the current project construction progress is ahead of schedule. In addition, Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan are working together to promote the Kambalata hydropower project, which has made significant progress in the past year.Editor/Gong Ziwei

Indonesia Approves 100GW Solar Project to Scale Up Renewable Power

The Indonesian government announced that the first phase of a 100GW solar energy project has been approved, with a total investment of 71.3 billion US dollars. The project will be divided into centralized and distributed photovoltaics with supporting energy storage, and aims to be completed by 2029. Local policies have been introduced to accelerate implementation, and relevant departments have extended cooperation invitations to Chinese enterprises. Editor/Min Jing

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

China’s First Sea-Rail-Road Single Document Intermodal Train Exits via Kashgar

On July 28, 2026, the first cross-border sea rail public single unit multimodal transport train in China completed the transfer at Kashgar North Station and was sent to Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan through the Irkeshtam Port. The entire process takes 12 days, relying on a unified bill of lading to simplify the logistics process, further smoothing the logistics channel from East Asia to Central Asia, and supporting the sustainable development of the China Kyrgyzstan Uzbekistan channel. Editor/Min Jing

EU plans to invest 10 billion euros to build 7 AI super factories

On July 30, 2026, the European Commission announced the start of bidding for the construction of up to seven AI super factories in various parts of Europe. This initiative is led by the industry and has received up to 10 billion euros in funding support from the European Union and member states, and is expected to drive at least 20 billion euros in private investment across the entire EU. The European Commission stated that it has signed letters of intent with AMD, Nvidia, and Qualcomm to ensure that the AI Gigafactory consortium can smoothly acquire the necessary hardware equipment. Editor/Gong Ziwei

Allseas wins Canadian LNG subsea pipeline contract

In July 2026, Swiss marine engineering giant Allseas won the installation contract for the underwater section of the Canadian PRGT natural gas pipeline, which will lay approximately 50 kilometers of pipelines connecting onshore systems with Ksi Lisims floating LNG facilities. The offshore operation plan is scheduled to start in 2029.Editor/Gao Xue

Mengdian's entry into Shanghai project starts construction

On July 30, 2026, the supporting river crossing project at the receiving end of the Kubuqi Desert Base Power Transmission Project in Inner Mongolia officially started construction in Chongming, Shanghai. The cross river tunnel is a crucial node in the project and is planned to be completed by the end of 2030. By then, it will be able to deliver approximately 40 billion kilowatt hours of green electricity to Shanghai annually.Editor/Gao Xue

The freight volume of the Inner Mongolia Railway has exceeded 50 million tons

As of July 26, 2026, the cumulative freight volume of Mombasa Nairobi Railway, a landmark project jointly built by China and Kenya along the the Belt and Road, has exceeded 50 million tons. The railway has a total length of 472 kilometers and was opened for freight transportation in 2018. The transportation category continues to expand, effectively promoting the interconnection between Kenyan ports and inland areas, and significantly releasing economic and social benefits.Editor/Gao Xue

Uzbekshtagan launches $1 billion toll loop

Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan, is promoting transportation upgrades, with a total investment of about 1 billion US dollars and a 100 kilometer double decker toll ring road entering the planning stage. A memorandum of cooperation has been signed with China Railway Construction Corporation and China Hunan Overseas, covering projects such as tunnels, overpasses, BRT corridors, and road renovations. In addition, China Construction plans to invest 500 million US dollars in the construction of supporting road networks. The relevant agreements are not yet final contracts, and multiple Chinese enterprises continue to expand their presence in the local infrastructure market.Editor/Gong Ziwei

Multiple eVTOLs showcased at Shanghai exhibition

Recently, the 2026 International Low Altitude Economy Expo opened in Shanghai, showcasing 570 aircraft. The low altitude economy is accelerating into the commercialization stage, with multiple aircraft appearing, significantly reducing flight operating costs. Enterprises are collaborating on logistics operations and emergency rescue to expand real-life applications. The exhibition supporting seminar released relevant action proposals, and China actively participated in the construction of global standards for low altitude economy, exploring scalable industry development plans in China.Editor/Gong Ziwei

Guangzhou confirms over 370 million infrastructure projects

Recently, two major municipal engineering projects in Guangzhou have completed their calibration. The Huangpu Jiufo Street Fengxia Village Urban Village Renovation Supporting Road Project was won by a consortium led by China Electric Power Construction Road and Bridge, with a cost of 266.0466 million yuan. Six new municipal roads will be built to improve the road network of the Knowledge City. Guangzhou Construction won the bid for the ancillary project of Kangwang Road underpass Liuhua Lake Tunnel in Liwan District, with a total amount of 112.4227 million yuan, to implement tunnel decoration, fire monitoring and other supporting construction. Two projects will fill the gaps in transportation, assist in urban renewal, and optimize people's travel conditions.Editor/Gong Ziwei

Sinoma Energy Saving signs contract for Uzi air separation plant EPC project

On July 17, 2026, Sinoma Energy Conservation signed an EPC general contract for an air separation unit in Navoi, Uzbekistan. The project is owned by Linde Joint Venture and Navoi Nitrogen Fertilizer Company, marking the company's expansion from clean energy to the field of chemical engineering.Editor/Gao Xue

China National Heavy Machinery Industry Corporation wins Myanmar Railway Bureau project

On July 20, 2026, China National Heavy Machinery Industry Corporation won the bid for the remanufacturing of 2 battery electric multiple units and the renovation of 4 charging electric vehicles for the Myanmar Railway Bureau. This marks a further deepening of cooperation between the two parties, following the renovation of internal combustion locomotives in the 2025-2026 fiscal year.Editor/Gao Xue

Jiangxi International wins bid for two sections of Zambia Photovoltaic Power Station

On July 30, 2026, China Jiangxi International Company won the bid for Section 6 and Section 10 of the EPC project for 156 selected solar photovoltaic power stations in Zambia. The project is located in 29 areas of three provinces, including Muqinga Province, and includes the design, procurement, and construction of 2 MW photovoltaic panels and substations.Editor/Gao Xue

Shanghai sets a new high in the proportion of trade volume with co built countries

In the first half of the year, Shanghai's foreign trade volume was 2.55 trillion yuan, and its import and export to countries jointly building the the Belt and Road was 1.07 trillion yuan, up 19.8% year on year, accounting for nearly 42% of the total foreign trade from more than 40% in the same period last year. Luojing Port exported 274 new energy buses and large construction machinery to co built countries in the first half of the year, a year-on-year increase of 34.3%; The export growth rate of electrical equipment reached 26.3%, 6.1 percentage points higher than the overall growth rate. The Wanguo Data Southeast Asia Data Center project shipped 200000 cubic meters of goods from Shanghai Port's Zhanghuabang and Jungong Road terminals in the first half of the year, and is expected to reach 800000 cubic meters for the whole year. Editor/Cheng Liting

The total scale of intelligent computing in China has reached 2.4 million PFLOPS

As of now, the total scale of intelligent computing in China is 2.4 million PFLOPS, with the eight major national computing power hubs accounting for over 80%. Among them, 1.4 million PFLOPS are connected to the national integrated computing power network experimental verification platform. The data infrastructure has connected more than 40000 entities and launched over 60000 products, an increase of 10 times and 4 times respectively compared to the end of 2025. 140 units have built high-quality datasets exceeding 106PB, and 72 chain owners have built over 45PB, covering 759 high-value scenarios. Editor/Cheng Liting

The first phase of the entry channel into Zhao'an Port Area has started construction

The first phase of the Xiamen Port Zhao'an Port entrance channel project has officially started recently. It is constructed by CCCC Guangzhou Navigation Bureau and is located on the west coast of Zhao'an Bay. The total investment is 230 million yuan and the construction period is 540 days. The main construction contents include channel dredging of 8.525 million cubic meters and the layout of navigation marks. After the completion of the project, it will fill the gaps in the large-scale shipping supporting facilities of Zhao'an Port Area, improve the navigation carrying capacity and ship traffic efficiency. Editor/Cheng Liting

LSHEC’s Xinjiang Tower Project Enters Final Sprint Phase

CRCC has won the bid for the open-pit mining and stripping project at the southern mining site of Mirado Copper Mine in Ecuador. The framework contract period is as long as ten years, including drilling and blasting, transportation and dumping, and maintenance of supporting facilities. The total scale of mining and stripping is huge, and the operation is planned to start in September 2026. Editor/Min Jing

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

CCCC Third Harbor Engineering wins Indonesia Port Construction Project

CCCC Third Harbor Engineering Co., Ltd. has won the bid for the industrial cargo terminal project on Poto Island, Indonesia. The project includes the construction of facilities such as berths, revetments, and channel dredging, serving the transportation of mineral goods and improving the local industrial logistics system near the port. The contract amount of the project has not been disclosed to the public yet. Editor/Min Jing