Saudi Arabia signs contract for Syria 760000 kW solar project

Saudi Arabia's Hafei Company has signed a 760MW photovoltaic plus 1077MWh energy storage purchase agreement with Syrian Electricity Company, with a term of 20 to 25 years and a starting price of 3 cents per kilowatt hour. It has also signed technical cooperation agreements with Saudi Electricity Company and Siemens Energy.Editor/Gao Xue

Ambassador Zeng Jixin pays a visit to the General Secretary of Abu Dhabi Press Club

On August 18, 2026, Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates Zeng Jixin paid a visit to the Director General of the Abu Dhabi Press Club, Faisal. The two sides exchanged views on deepening media cooperation between the two countries and promoting comprehensive and objective understanding of China Arab relations among all sectors.Editor/Gao Xue

Hubei promotes the construction of multi-user green power direct connection projects

The Development and Reform Commission and Energy Bureau of Hubei Province have issued a notice clarifying the requirements for six types of project scenarios and source load ratios, prioritizing support for emerging industries such as computing power and green hydrogen ammonia alcohol, and meeting the green electricity needs of enterprises through the direct connection mode of new energy dedicated lines.Editor/Gao Xue

Xinjiang's Outward Electricity Transmission in July 2026 Reaches a Historical High

On August 18, 2026, it was learned from Xinjiang Electric Power Trading Center Co., Ltd. that in July 2026, the amount of electricity transmitted from Xinjiang reached 17.93 billion kilowatt hours, a year-on-year increase of 15.07%. Among them, the new energy external transmission capacity was 8.527 billion kilowatt hours, a year-on-year increase of 66.81% and a month on month increase of 15.56%. The total external transmission capacity and new energy external transmission capacity in a single month both broke historical records.Editor/Gong Ziwei

Chinese enterprise wins Kazakhstan sulfuric acid plant project

Recently, China National Chemical Corporation and Kazakhstan Copper Industry signed an EPC general contracting agreement to undertake the construction of a new sulfuric acid plant at the local Rezkazgan copper smelter, with a contract amount of 213.76 million US dollars. The project will build a new sulfuric acid facility and renovate the existing flue gas purification system, with an annual production capacity of 350000 tons for the sulfuric acid plant. After completion, the smoke capture rate can reach 99%, significantly reducing sulfur dioxide emissions. The preliminary work of the project will start at the end of 2026, and it is expected to be put into trial operation in 2028.Editor/Gong Ziwei

The 1.6 billion investment wind power project in Xinjiang has been finalized

On August 17, 2026, the China Tendering and Bidding Announcement Service Platform announced that China Electric Power Construction Jiangxi Hydropower won the bid for the 500000 kW wind power EPC project of Yingke Huizhi (Phase II) in Xinxing City, Xinjiang 13th Division for 1.6 billion yuan. The project is located in the Gobi Desert, equipped with 75MW/150MWh energy storage and a new 220kV substation. Compared to the previous bidding, the winning bid price has been reduced by over 700 million yuan, and the unit cost per kilowatt has significantly decreased. The price difference between the other two candidates is less than 3%. This project is a key market-oriented grid connected new energy project in the local area, supporting the transmission of Xinjiang electricity and the construction of a new power system in the Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps. Editor/Gong Ziwei

The strategic position of energy in Xinjiang is further highlighted

The National Development and Reform Commission and the National Energy Administration recently issued the 15th Five Year Plan for the development of oil and gas, which clearly outlines the relevant arrangements for Xinjiang in multiple places. The plan includes the Tarim, Junggar, and Qaidam basins as national level oil and gas strategic support bases, promoting the construction of the Hami coal to oil and gas base in Zhundong, and initiating the construction of export channels such as the West East Gas Pipeline Fourth and Fifth Lines. With the implementation of the plan, the positioning of Xinjiang's national energy and resource strategic guarantee base will be further consolidated, and the role of the national energy ballast stone will continue to strengthen, providing core support for ensuring national energy security. Editor/Cheng Liting

Xining Ganhe Industrial Park Low Oxygen Copper Pole Project Starts Construction

On August 18, 2026, Qinghai Xinding Copper Source New Materials' annual production of 220000 tons of low oxygen copper rod continuous casting and rolling production line project officially started construction in Ganhe Industrial Park, Xining National Economic and Technological Development Zone. As a key achievement of chain investment promotion in the park, the project has a total investment of 300 million yuan and adopts advanced domestic continuous casting and rolling equipment. After completion, it can form an annual production capacity of 220000 tons of high-end low oxygen copper rods. Editor/Cheng Liting

The Guangdong section of Nanzhan Expressway has entered construction

On August 19, 2026, the Guangdong section of the Nanning Zhanjiang Expressway under construction by Guangdong Transportation Group officially entered the comprehensive construction stage, and the entire line launched the "Fighting for the Golden Autumn and Gathering Strength to Open up a New Bureau" labor competition. The project has a total length of about 30 kilometers and is constructed with a standard of two-way four lane road and a speed of 120 kilometers per hour. It starts at the junction of Lianjiang, Guangdong and Guangxi and ends at the Yuzhan Expressway. Editor/Cheng Liting

A new global record for single green methanol injection has been set

On August 17, 2026, Yangshan Port in Shanghai completed the bulk injection of 8000 tons of green methanol, setting a record for the highest single green methanol injection volume in the world. This refueling was jointly completed by Shanghai Electric, Shanghai SIPG Group, and French Dafei Group. The fuel for this refueling is mainly supplied by the Shanghai Electric Taonan Green Methanol Project, marking a new stage of sustained and stable production and mass delivery for the project.Editor/Gong Ziwei

The installed capacity of domestic power batteries in 2026 is 74.6GWh

In July 2026, the domestic installed capacity of power batteries was 74.6 GWh, a decrease of 2.5% compared to the previous month and an increase of 33.5% year-on-year. Among them, the installed capacity of ternary batteries was 11.1 GWh, accounting for 14.9% of the total installed capacity, a decrease of 12.1% month on month and an increase of 1.8% year-on-year; The installed capacity of lithium iron phosphate batteries was 63.1 GWh, accounting for 84.6% of the total installed capacity, a decrease of 1.0% month on month and a year-on-year increase of 40.5%.Editor/Gong Ziwei

Delivery of 99000 cubic meters ultra large ethane ethylene transport ship

On August 18, 2026, the 99000 cubic meter ultra large ethane and ethylene transport ship independently developed and built by China was officially delivered to users, with comprehensive technical indicators reaching the international leading level. The 99000 cubic meter ultra large ethane and ethylene transport ship delivered this time has a total length of 230 meters and is suitable for transporting various liquefied industrial gases and energy gases such as ethane, ethylene, and liquefied petroleum gas. It has the advantages of low fuel consumption and low maintenance costs, and can adapt to long-distance transportation. It is an economical and environmentally friendly ship.Editor/Gong Ziwei

China's largest associated gas processing station upgrade completed

On August 10, 2026, CCTV reported that the No. 81 natural gas processing station in Xinjiang Oilfield, constructed by CPECC, has been put into operation. It can process 3.9 million cubic meters per day and reduce emissions by 550 million cubic meters per year, achieving intelligent control. It is the largest oilfield associated gas processing station in China.Editor/Gao Xue

The world's first CO ₂ - based aviation fuel pilot test passed the assessment

On August 14, 2026, Sichuan Jinxiang and Tsinghua University jointly built the world's first 1000 ton carbon dioxide hydrogenation to produce sustainable aviation fuel pilot plant, which passed the 72 hour continuous operation assessment. The device has safely operated for over 2000 hours and meets the conditions for a 10000 ton industrial demonstration, opening up a new path for the low-carbon transformation of the aviation industry.Editor/Gao Xue

Chinese enterprise wins pipeline pipe order for Mozambique LNG project

Recently, ExxonMobil awarded a $1.1 billion long-term equipment contract for the Rovuma LNG project in Mozambique, and China's Zhejiang Jiulite Material was awarded a mechanical lining pipe supply contract. The project has an annual output of 18.6 million tons and is one of the largest LNG export projects in the world.Editor/Gao Xue

LSHEC Delivers Welded Heat Exchangers for Coal‑Chemical Project

Recently, LSHEC Heat Exchange Company completed the manufacturing and successful delivery of six large-scale welded heat exchangers for the coal quality clean and efficient conversion demonstration project. This high-end heat exchange equipment has excellent performance, which helps clean coal utilization and empowers the optimization of domestic energy structure and the implementation of dual carbon goals. Editor/Min Jing

Risen Energy Partners with Ukrainian Firm on Solar‑plus‑Storage Project

On August 14, 2026, Risen Energy signed a contract with Ascania Energy of Ukraine in Ninghai to implement a 100MW photovoltaic and 200MWh energy storage cooperation project. Both sides will integrate their respective advantageous resources to help Ukraine alleviate energy pressure and improve local distributed energy support. Editor/Min Jing

China‑built Super‑Large Ethane‑Ethylene Carrier Officially Delivered

On August 18, 2026, China's independently developed and constructed 99000 cubic meter ultra large ethane ethylene transport ship was officially delivered. The ship was built by CSSC Jiangnan Shipbuilding, with a total length of 230 meters, suitable for the transportation of various liquefied gases, and has energy-saving and economic advantages. It can significantly reduce pollutant emissions and promote the development of green shipping. Editor/Min Jing

The first vertical large-scale mineral model in southern Xinjiang landed in Kashgar

At the 16th Xinjiang Kashgar Central Asia South Asia Commodity Fair held recently, the first vertical mineral resource model in southern Xinjiang that targets multiple mineral types and full exploration scenarios, the Congling Zhixun AI intelligent mineral exploration model, was launched. It is reported that the Congling Zhixun large model deeply integrates decades of field survey data from China's first line geological exploration, constructs high-quality datasets and sample libraries, and fills the industry gap of specialized mineral large models for intelligent exploration of multiple mineral types in the southern Xinjiang Central Asia metallogenic belt. Editor/Cheng Liting

Longdian enters Zhejiang Gansu 4th section and the entire line is connected

Recently, as the last set of wires steadily arrived at the traction field, the Gansu to Zhejiang ± 800 kV high-voltage direct current transmission project, Gansu Section 4, achieved full line connection on the 16th. This project is a key project of the national West East power transmission strategy. After completion, it can transport over 36 billion kilowatt hours of clean electricity from Gansu to Zhejiang every year, with new energy consumption accounting for over 21 billion kilowatt hours. Editor/Cheng Liting

The 15th Five Year Plan for the Development of Oil and Natural Gas has been released

On August 17, 2026, the National Development and Reform Commission and the National Energy Administration released the "15th Five Year Plan for the Development of Petroleum and Natural Gas", which proposed that by 2030, the domestic oil and gas supply would reach 440 million tons of oil equivalent, 20000 kilometers of new oil and gas long-distance pipelines would be added, the scale of the national oil and gas long-distance pipeline network would reach 220000 kilometers, the scale of natural gas reserves would continue to grow, accounting for more than 13% of national consumption, the unloading capacity of liquefied natural gas receiving stations would be 200 million tons per year, the import capacity of natural gas through onshore pipelines would be 114 billion cubic meters per year, and the annual injection of carbon dioxide through carbon capture and storage/carbon dioxide capture and utilization and storage (CCS/CUS) would reach 10 million tons. Editor/Cheng Liting

The bidding for the Three Gorges Mengneng Dongsheng Thermal Power Project has landed

On August 14, 2026, the bidding candidates for the construction and installation of the raw water pretreatment system for the Three Gorges Mengneng Dongsheng Thermal Power 4 × 1000MW expansion project with a total investment of 15.7 billion yuan were announced. China Electric Power Construction Hubei Electric Power Construction ranked first with a quotation of 22.9392 million yuan and a construction period of 120 days, which needs to be completed before winter. The project has an installed capacity of 4 million kilowatts and is an integrated wind solar thermal storage peak shaving power source. The first unit will be connected to the grid in 2027 and fully put into operation in 2028, which will ensure the transmission of new energy and help transform the energy structure.Editor/Gong Ziwei

Sinopec Refining and Chemical Engineering Wins $795 Million New Order from Gulf

Recently, Sinopec Refining and Chemical Engineering disclosed its operating performance for the first half of 2026, with newly signed overseas contracts worth 3.052 billion US dollars and a contribution of 795 million US dollars to the Gulf market. Obtained multiple energy projects in the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, and signed two five-year long-term framework agreements with Saudi Aramco. Multiple oil and gas, as well as green hydrogen projects under construction in Saudi Arabia, are progressing in an orderly manner, with some projects exceeding 80% progress. At the same time, we have won large orders from Kazakhstan, expanded our business to multiple countries, accelerated the layout of the green and low-carbon track, and continuously enhanced our competitiveness in overseas markets.Editor/Gong Ziwei

China Qingdao Wanlin Group plans to build a logistics center in Uzbekistan

Recently, the Ministry of Agriculture of Uzbekistan and the head of Qingdao Wanlin Group met in Namangan Oblast and planned to establish a modern agricultural logistics center. Wufang provides a 3-hectare fully equipped land parcel in the free economic zone, which can be connected to the railway. The project integrates production, warehousing, testing, and distribution. The Chinese side will conduct feasibility studies and prepare relevant design cost documents. After the completion of the project, it will improve the local agricultural industry chain, help expand the international market for Ukrainian agricultural products, and align with the development direction of attracting foreign investment and enhancing the added value of agricultural products in Ukraine.Editor/Gong Ziwei

Moldova Tackles Refined Oil Shortages With Supply‑Stabilizing Measures

Some gas stations in Moldova still experience oil supply disruptions, which stem from supply chain disruptions. At present, imports are higher than daily consumption, inventory is gradually recovering, and the government has introduced multiple measures such as export restrictions and diesel rationing to alleviate the pressure on domestic refined oil supply. Editor/Min Jing

Tajikistan and Iran Strike Deal to Expand Oil Product Supplies

Tajikistan and Iran have signed a long-term cooperation framework agreement on oil, expanding Iran's exports of oil products and crude oil to Tajikistan, and establishing a joint expert group to handle technical matters. The current annual trade volume of oil products between the two countries is about 800000 tons, which is expected to achieve several fold growth, and there is room for improvement in the scale of bilateral trade. Editor/Min Jing

Romania Grants Approval for Europe’s Largest 1.2GW PV Power Plant

The Dama Solar 1.2GW photovoltaic project in Arad County, Romania has obtained the establishment permit and will become the largest photovoltaic power station in Europe upon completion. The project is equipped with energy storage and nature reserves, and has received funding support from multiple parties. It is planned to be put into operation in 2028, which will effectively ensure the supply of clean energy in the local area. Editor/Min Jing

Guangxi Land Sea Transportation Hub Completed

Guangxi has released the 15th Five Year Plan for the development of marine economy, which specifies that by 2030, the cargo throughput of Beibu Gulf Port will exceed 700 million tons, 120 container shipping routes will be opened, the land and sea transportation hub will be basically completed, and the upgrading of Beibu Gulf International Gateway Port will be promoted. Editor/Gao Xue

Central African Chamber of Commerce attends lecture tour

On August 12, 2026, Wang Xiaoyong, the full-time vice president of the China Africa Chamber of Commerce, attended a lecture tour by African ambassadors to China in Hohhot, introducing the situation of China Africa economic and trade cooperation. He pointed out that Inner Mongolia has unique advantages in cooperation with Africa and is willing to empower enterprises to deeply cultivate the African market.Editor/Gao Xue

Fangda Special Steel has initiated 55 new scientific research projects this year

Fangda Special Steel has established a total of 55 new scientific research projects, covering new material research and development, process exploration, and intelligent equipment transformation. Led by a master's and doctoral team, the projects focus on the entire process of sintering, blast furnace, etc., to promote the transformation and upgrading of the steel industry.Editor/Gao Xue