China's electric vehicle production capacity accounts for nearly 75% of the global total

On July 21, 2026, the Australian Broadcasting Corporation reported that China's electric vehicle industry, with its long-term strategic layout, continuous technological innovation, and complete industrial chain advantages, has been at the forefront of the world's electric vehicle revolution. China is currently the undisputed leader in the global electric vehicle industry, producing nearly 75% of the world's electric vehicles. China's advantages are not only reflected in the production field, but also in the leading position in various links of the electric vehicle industry chain.Editor/Gong Ziwei

The world's first photovoltaic ship dual fuel roll on/roll off ship delivered

On July 21, 2026, CSSC Guangchuan International, in collaboration with CSSC Trading, successfully delivered 10800 LNG dual fuel vehicle transport ships to South Korean Ocean Commercial Company through online remote signing. This is the fourth 10000 vehicle class automobile transport ship delivered by China, and also the world's first 10000 vehicle class automobile transport ship equipped with a photovoltaic power generation system.Editor/Gong Ziwei

The world's first integrated computing platform for AI infrastructure has been released

Recently, the New Generation Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure · Advanced Computing Network and Computing Collaboration Forum was held in Shanghai. At the meeting, Hefei Zhongke Brain Intelligence Technology Co., Ltd. released three industrial achievements, namely, the world's first computing and electronics integration platform for AI infrastructure, led the first "the Belt and Road" Token strategic alliance in China, shared practical experience of the optimal path of computing and electronics collaboration, and built a complete landing framework for the green and global development of China's AI infrastructure from the technology base to cross-border ecology.Editor/Gong Ziwei

Dacun-Zunyi Railway Project Proposal Approved by NDRC

The Dazhun Railway with a total investment of 19.084 billion yuan has been officially approved, connecting Sichuan and Guizhou provinces and filling the gap in the western land sea new road network. The completion of the project can shorten the sea transportation distance from south Sichuan to Beibu Gulf, reduce logistics costs, and effectively solve the problem of outward transportation of Baijiu and mineral bulk goods in Chishui River Valley. 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

Bid Candidate Selected for Taiyuan-Suide Railway Shanxi Section Survey Supervision

The bidding for geological survey and supervision of the Shanxi section of the newly-built Taiyuan Suide Railway has revealed the winning candidate, with CRCC First Institute ranking first with a quotation of approximately 3.9896 million yuan. The line connects multiple areas in Shanxi and Shaanxi, and the project has been included in multiple national railway plans. After implementation, it will improve the regional road network and strengthen transportation connectivity between the two provinces. 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

Huineng Group's integrated solid waste utilization project starts construction

On the morning of July 21, 2026, Huineng Group's 6 million ton coal gangue fly ash solid waste resource comprehensive utilization source network load storage integration project started construction in Duguitala Industrial Park, Hangjin Economic Development Zone. The total investment of this project is 69.6 billion yuan. After completion, it can consume 6 million tons of coal gangue and fly ash annually, and produce 2 million tons of high-end alloys such as aluminum silicon and silicon aluminum titanium annually. The project is synchronously equipped with 7 million kilowatts of new energy installed capacity, including 6 million kilowatts of wind power and 1 million kilowatts of photovoltaic power, to build an off grid source grid load storage integrated system and achieve multi energy complementarity between wind and solar.Editor/Cheng Liting

The construction of the Oriental Zirconium Industry Base project has commenced

On the morning of July 22, 2026, the groundbreaking ceremony of the Oriental Zirconium Industry Zirconium based New Materials Research and Development Center and Pilot Base project was held at the project site in Dongli Town, Chenghai District, Shantou City. The R&D center and pilot base project that started construction this time has a total investment of about 150 million yuan and a total construction area of about 21000 square meters. Editor/Cheng Liting

Strengthening cooperation in artificial intelligence between China and Africa

On July 21, 2026, Li Singh, an official of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa, said that strengthening China Africa artificial intelligence cooperation would help Africa's digital transformation. China's open source model would reduce Africa's R&D costs and help the Belt and Road science and technology connectivity.Editor/Gao Xue

China Petroleum's ethylene production hit a new high in the first half of the year

China Petroleum's ethylene production in the first half of the year increased by 21% year-on-year, reaching a historic high. Dushanzi Petrochemical Tarim 1.2 million ton ethylene project was put into operation on July 16, with a total capacity of more than 10 million tons, which effectively guaranteed the supply of the chemical market and helped stabilize the the Belt and Road energy industry chain.Editor/Gao Xue

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

WEET's electricity consumption exceeded 100 billion yuan for the first time in six months

In the first half of 2026, the West East power transmission capacity of China Southern Power Grid reached 108.1 billion kilowatt hours, a year-on-year increase of 5.6%, setting a new historical high for the same period, with clean energy accounting for over 80%. Under the power situation of "strong supply and demand" in the southern region, Nanwang Ultra High Voltage Company has leveraged the synergistic effect of "medium and long-term+spot", and sold over 100 billion kilowatt hours of electricity for the first time in the first half of the year, reaching 103.5 billion kilowatt hours. Editor/Cheng Liting

Dell Technology's 1.2 billion manganese based new material project starts construction

The annual production of 100000 tons of high-purity manganese sulfate and 20000 tons of manganese trioxide project by Fujian Dexiang New Materials Co., Ltd. has started, with a total investment of 1.2 billion yuan and an area of 299.82 acres. It is a key project in Fujian Province in 2026. The project adopts the independently developed process of "two mines and one step" to produce high-quality manganese based new energy materials. Editor/Cheng Liting

China's June imported thermal coal increased by 27.9% year-on-year

In June 2026, China imported 30.597 million tons of thermal coal (non coking coal), a year-on-year increase of 27.9% and a month on month increase of 38.3%. From January to June 2026, China imported a total of 159 million tons of thermal coal, a year-on-year decrease of 6.16%. In June 2026, China imported 12.183 million tons of coking coal, a year-on-year increase of 33.8% and a month on month increase of 9.3%. From January to June 2026, China imported a total of 66.879 million tons of coking coal, a year-on-year increase of 26.6%. Editor/Cheng Liting

Angola's 1.717 billion yuan electrolytic aluminum phase II project signed and landed

Recently, Zhonggong International Engineering (Jiangsu) Co., Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Zhonggong International Engineering Co., Ltd., signed a business contract with Huatong Angola Industrial Co., Ltd. for the Angola Huatong Electrolytic Aluminum Production Line Phase II project (Sections 1-6) at the 17th International Infrastructure Investment and Construction Summit and Exhibition. The contract amount is approximately 1.717 billion yuan. The project is located in Dande Industrial Park, Dande City, Bengo Province, Angola, and will build a new electrolytic aluminum production line with an annual output of 120000 tons. Zhonggong International Jiangsu is responsible for project design, equipment procurement, installation and commissioning, with a contract period of 24 months from the start of construction.Editor/Gong Ziwei

Jilin Province Yitong 680 million yuan wind power project launches bidding

On July 20, 2026, Jilin Siping Yitong 400MW wind turbine and ancillary equipment procurement project issued a bidding announcement, with a total investment of 680 million yuan, which is private capital. The project plans to install 40 10MW wind turbines, equipped with digital intelligent operation and maintenance equipment, to enhance the level of intelligent management. The project adopts a phased construction mode, with 30 units having complete procedures before starting construction. The remaining units will be pushed forward according to the approval situation to avoid investment risks in a refined manner and assist in the construction of wind power bases in central and western Jilin.Editor/Gong Ziwei

Angola Dande Free Trade Zone lands $900 million infrastructure project

In July 2026, Angola's Dande Free Trade Zone signed two investment agreements totaling $900 million, covering port concessions and supporting infrastructure, with a concession period of 25 years and construction in three phases. Based on the industrial foundation of the first phase of Huatong Aluminum Industrial Park's production and the expansion of the second phase, the project aims to fill the gaps in regional logistics and transportation. Dande is building an industrial node that integrates reserves, manufacturing, and logistics, creating a large number of jobs. The project funds will be disbursed in stages, and the pace of implementation depends on contract disclosure, funding availability, and the progress of the first phase of construction.Editor/Gong Ziwei

Türkiye Enterprise Starts Kyrgyz Kazalman Large Hydropower Station

Recently, Türkiye Ihras Holding launched the construction of Kyrgyz Kazalman Hydropower Station. The project has an investment of over 10 billion US dollars and a total installed capacity of 912 megawatts. It is planned to be completed within six years, with an annual power generation of over 3.75 billion kilowatt hours after completion, which can guarantee electricity supply for 2 million households. Editor/Min Jing

Three Gorges New Water Transport Channel Reveals Drawing Review Bid Candidates

The static total investment of the Three Gorges Water Transport New Channel is 77.2 billion yuan, and the project started construction in June. Recently, the candidate lists for two major construction drawing review sections have been released, and a consortium of three units has won the first place in two sections. Relevant technical services will continue until the completion and acceptance of the project. Editor/Min Jing

Chongqing Wulong Yinpan Pumped Storage Station Starts Main Works

Recently, the main project of Chongqing Wulong Yinpan Pumped Storage Power Station has started construction. The project has an installed capacity of 1.2 million kilowatts and relies on the construction of the lower reservoir of the existing Yinpan Hydropower Station. After the completion of the power station, it will generate 1.477 billion kilowatt hours of electricity annually, helping Chongqing to absorb new energy and optimize the regional energy structure. Editor/Min Jing

Chongqing Monorail Operation Experience Export to Malaysia

On July 9, 2026, Chongqing Rail Transit signed a memorandum of cooperation with Prasarana, Malaysia, to export systematic experience in operation management, digital maintenance, and other areas to Kuala Lumpur Monorail. The internationalization of Chinese owned rail transit will extend from construction to operation.Editor/Gao Xue

The first provincial-level ultra-high voltage ring network starts construction

The Ningshao Substation of Zhejiang Ultra High Voltage AC Ring Network Project has started construction in Mazhu Town, Yuyao, with a total investment of 3 billion yuan. It is expected to be put into operation in 2028, and Ningbo Power Grid will officially enter the era of ultra-high voltage.Editor/Gao Xue

The Space Computing Services Professional Committee unveiled its plaque in Shanghai

The Space Computing Services Professional Committee was officially unveiled at the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference. It is the first national collaborative platform for the aerospace computing power industry in China, aimed at small and medium-sized enterprises. It will promote the transition of space-based distributed computing power from experimentation to large-scale commercial use.Editor/Gao Xue

Fangzheng Gaomi F6 AI project substation external line project starts construction

Recently, the 110KV substation external line project of Chongqing Fangzheng Gaomi F6 artificial intelligence expansion project has officially started, laying the foundation for the project to be put into operation on schedule. The AI computing power equipment has extremely strict requirements for power supply reliability. After the completion of this external project, it can fully meet the high load power demand after project expansion, ensure the stable operation of the computing power cluster, and improve the power supply safety level and redundancy reserve capacity. Editor/Cheng Liting

The Pearl River Coal Power Environmental Protection Replacement Project Started

As the first coal power and other capacity replacement and reconstruction project in Guangzhou and the first batch in Guangdong, the total investment scale of the 2x600MW coal power and environmental protection replacement project of the Pearl River Power Plant in Guangzhou is about 5.6 billion yuan. By adopting the old demolition and new construction mode, two 600MW ultra supercritical secondary reheat coal-fired power generation units will be built at the original site. Two units are expected to be completed and put into operation in 2028 and 2032 respectively, with an estimated annual power supply of over 5 billion kilowatt hours after commissioning. Editor/Cheng Liting

The first kilovolt substation in Changchun has been put into operation

The Jilin Changchun Welfare 220 kV substation has recently been officially completed and put into operation. The project added a new substation capacity of 720000 kVA, built 55 kilometers of new lines and 154 iron towers, and took 16 months to complete. It is the first 220 kV substation completed and put into operation in Changchun during the 15th Five Year Plan period. Editor/Cheng Liting

Gansu Jiulongchuan Coal Mine Approved, Coal Projects Roll Out Nationwide

The construction design of Jiulongchuan Coal Mine in Gansu Province with a total investment of 18.635 billion yuan has been reviewed and approved, with an annual production capacity of 8 million tons. Recently, coal mines in Inner Mongolia, Heilongjiang, Xinjiang, and Ningxia have completed approval, started construction, or increased production capacity. High quality production capacity continues to be released, easing the pressure of reducing imported coal and consolidating domestic energy security. Editor/Min Jing

9.2b Yuan Suining-Neijiang High-Speed Rail Contractors Named

The bidding for the construction of the Suining Neijiang section of the Mianyang Suining Ziyang Neijiang railway has ended. The total bid amount for the three sections is 9.242 billion yuan, and each section is won by a consortium of central enterprises and local state-owned enterprises in Sichuan. The total length of the line is 107.838 kilometers, with a speed of 250 kilometers per hour. After completion, it will improve the railway network of the Chengdu Chongqing economic circle in central and southern Sichuan. Editor/Min Jing

CRT Partners with Prasarana Malaysia for Monorail Operation Expertise Export

Recently, Chongqing Rail Transit signed a memorandum of cooperation with Malaysia's National Infrastructure Corporation, focusing on the operation and management of old monorails in Kuala Lumpur, digitalization of maintenance, and talent cultivation. Based on the experience of local large-scale straddle type monorail operation and maintenance, this cooperation marks the shift of China's rail transit going global from engineering equipment output to high value-added operation standard output. Editor/Min Jing