Chinese Consortium Advances Zambia’s Solar Energy Transition

CJIC and Haier Energy have won the bid for two major sections of the Zambian photovoltaic project, which will construct 29 2 MW energy storage photovoltaic power stations in 29 regions. The project belongs to the country's 312 MW national constituency photovoltaic plan, effectively alleviating the power supply crisis and promoting the large-scale development of distributed photovoltaics in southern Africa. Editor/Min Jing

Hubei’s Flash Plan Builds Multi-Billion EV Truck Energy Network

Wuhan is promoting the E-Energy Lightning Global Zero Carbon Mainline Charging Project, with a total long-term investment of 16.71 billion yuan and plans to build 300 comprehensive energy stations. The first phase will invest 2.1 billion yuan to build 38 solar energy storage and charging stations, relying on megawatt level supercharging and supporting energy storage photovoltaics to create a green freight channel in the Yangtze River Economic Belt. Editor/Min Jing

Low-Carbon Tarim Phase II Ethylene Plant Starts Up in Tianshan Gobi

CNPC Dushanzi Petrochemical's Tarim 1.2 million tons/year Phase II Ethylene Project produces qualified ethylene with an overall localization rate of 99%, building the only 3 million ton ethylene industry in central and western China. The project relies on green electricity and carbon cycling technology to create a low-carbon demonstration base, reducing 1.37 million tons of carbon annually and optimizing the layout of the domestic petrochemical industry. Editor/Min Jing

Dahechang 4A project starts construction

On July 18, 2026, the Dahechang 4A project started construction in Wuhou District and is scheduled to be put into operation by the end of 2027. Dahe Warehouse is built by Singapore's Star Lion Real Estate and is the first modern high-end logistics complex in the western region. It covers a total area of 294 acres and is planned to cover 684000 square meters. It will be developed in four phases, including warehousing, logistics, commercial, and office buildings. This 4A project covers an area of 33.35 acres and is the final work of the entire Dahechang. It will focus on introducing knowledge intensive and technology intensive industries such as big health, software information, animation and gaming, and scientific research services. Editor/Cheng Liting

SGCC put into operation 26802 kilometers of lines in the first half of the year

State Grid started construction of 24285 kilometers of 110 kV and above AC lines in the first half of the year, with 26802 kilometers put into operation. The Shaanbei Anhui ± 800 kV high-voltage direct current project and 168 key projects for peak summer season have been completed and put into operation. The construction of ultra-high voltage projects such as Panxi and Zhejiang Ring Network has started, and 15 ultra-high voltage projects such as Gansu Zhejiang and Mengxi Beijing Tianjin Hebei are under construction. As of now, the company has built and put into operation 43 ultra-high voltage projects with "22 AC and 21 DC", with a cross regional and inter provincial transmission capacity of over 380 million kilowatts. Editor/Cheng Liting

Changjiang Retired Battery Comprehensive Utilization Project Starts Construction

The 30000 ton/year retired power battery comprehensive utilization project of Hainan Zhongminghai Renewable Resources Co., Ltd. has started construction in Changjiang Clean Energy Industrial Park, with a total investment of 135 million yuan and an area of approximately 20000 square meters. The project will be constructed in two phases. In the first phase, one Pack dismantling line, one 2000 ton/year comprehensive utilization line, and one 10000 ton/year crushing and sorting line will be built; One dismantling line, one 3000 ton/year comprehensive utilization line, and one 15000 ton/year crushing and sorting line will be added in Phase II. After reaching production capacity, the annual output of comprehensive utilization batteries is 5000 tons, copper particles are 2262 tons, aluminum particles are 1500 tons, and black powder is 14146 tons. Editor/Cheng Liting

Hunan New Energy Non Industry Alliance Established

On July 21, 2026, the Hunan New Energy Industry Alliance for Africa was officially established in the Sany Intelligent Union Heavy Truck Industrial Park, marking the entry of Hunan enterprises into the cluster stage of cooperation in Africa's new energy industry. Hunan has a complete system of photovoltaic, energy storage, and new energy vehicle industries, which will meet the needs of industrialization and energy transformation in Africa.Editor/Gao Xue

Two new ports will be built on the east coast of the United Arab Emirates

On July 22, 2026, Dubai Ports International signed a 50 year agreement with Fujairah to construct the Ruqarat Container Port and Diba Fujairah Port, with annual processing capacities of 2.5 million TEUs and 3.6 million tons of general cargo, respectively, to mitigate risks in the Strait of Hormuz.Editor/Gao Xue

The foundation laying of the Tanzan Railway Revitalization Project

On July 17, 2026, the Tanzania Zambia Railway Training Center and Operations Control Center laid the foundation in Dar es Salaam, and the modernization upgrade officially began. The project was launched on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the railway's operation, and will continue to promote systematic renovation of the lines, locomotives, signals, and other systems.Editor/Gao Xue

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