First Domestic 660MW Opposed Combustion Tower Boiler Completed in Yili

On August 11, 2026, DFBC successfully completed the hydrostatic test of the 660 MW opposed combustion tower boiler for Unit 1 of the Yili Thermal Power Project, filling the gap in the application of similar equipment in China. This device is designed to meet the complementary peak shaving needs of multiple energy sources in Xinjiang, and after being put into operation, it will help ensure local power supply and promote low-carbon energy transformation. Editor/Min Jing

The world's largest impact hydroelectric unit successfully completes rotor hoisting

On August 11, 2026, the world's largest impact hydropower unit successfully completed rotor hoisting at Datang Zhala Hydropower Station, marking China's core technology of ultra-high head and large capacity impact hydropower equipment entering the world's leading ranks, and contributing to the construction of the Southeast Tibet Clean Energy Base. Editor/Cheng Liting

Large section aluminum round rod energy storage material achieves mass production

Recently, at the Alloy Wire Production Center of Yangzonghai Production Base of Yunnan Aluminum Industry Co., Ltd., a large section aluminum round rod with a diameter of 19 millimeters and a weight of 2 tons was inspected and shipped to a certain energy storage battery production base in the Yangtze River Delta. This is the first time that domestic enterprises have adopted continuous casting and rolling methods to produce this model of product and supplied it in bulk to the energy storage field, which means that the domestic industrial chain has for the first time the stable mass production capacity of import substitution in the key material of large section aluminum round bars.Editor/Cheng Liting

China successfully generates and identifies rare atomic nuclei

Recently, the scientific research team and collaborators of the Institute of Modern Physics of the Chinese Academy of Sciences successfully produced and identified the rare atomic nucleus: hafnium-153, relying on the newly built large scientific device - high current heavy ion accelerator. This is the first physical achievement obtained during the debugging period of the large device, which verifies that China's new generation of strong current heavy ion research device has the ability to explore unknown nuclides and expand the nuclide map. Editor/Cheng Liting

Shanxi to Build 100 Low‑Altitude Flight Parks as Northern Benchmark

Shanxi has released a plan to construct 100 interstellar exploration low altitude flight parks across the province. As the first low altitude project in the province to cover all provinces, cities, and counties, 3 demonstration sites have been built, and 15 key sites have been signed and reserved. By leveraging external industrial resources, it aims to promote the standardized and large-scale development of the local low altitude economy. Editor/Min Jing

Tangshan Receives World’s First Sodium‑Ion Battery Mining Truck

In July 2026, the world's first set of sodium ion battery pure electric mining trucks was delivered at Sanyou Mine in Tangshan. The mining truck is equipped with a starfish series battery system with a capacity of 676kWh, relying on the performance advantages of sodium batteries to assist in the electrification transformation of mining diesel equipment. Editor/Min Jing

Hainan Hualong No.1 Nuclear Power Project Connected to the Grid

Recently, Unit 3 of Changjiang Nuclear Power Phase II in Hainan was connected to the grid for power generation, using China's independent Hualong One technology. Harbin Electric Power Group provides core equipment such as steam turbine generators. The annual power generation of the project can reach 18 billion kilowatt hours.Editor/Gao Xue

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

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

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

Shanghai Port breaks record for single voyage cargo vehicle loading volume

Two Chinese made ten thousand car class car roll on/roll off ships, the Panamanian Grovis Navigator and the Maltese Grovis Nova, are simultaneously docked at Shanghai Nangang Port, setting sail overseas to transport domestically produced vehicles. Among them, the newly delivered Grovis Nova has completed the loading operation of 7738 new energy vehicles, setting a new record for the number of commercial vehicles loaded on a single voyage at domestic ports. Editor/Cheng Liting

World’s First PV-equipped PCTC Delivered

GSI remotely delivered the world's first 10000 vehicle class LNG dual fuel vehicle transport ship equipped with photovoltaic systems to a South Korean company. The ship was completed over 200 days ahead of schedule, innovatively integrating photovoltaic power supply and LNG power to help reduce emissions in shipping and provide a new technological solution for the development of green ocean going ships. 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

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

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

12 hydrogen ammonia transformers from Xidian have been put into operation

In July 2026, 12 electrolytic water to hydrogen rectifier transformers developed by China XD were fully put into operation in the world's largest zero carbon hydrogen ammonia project in Chifeng, marking the official installation of core equipment.Editor/Gao Xue

Da Te Gas Electronic Special Gas Project starts construction in Nangang

The Da Te Gas Electronic Special Gas Project has recently started construction in the Nangang Industrial Zone of Tianjin, and pile foundation construction has been initiated. It is expected to be completed and put into operation in 2027, with an annual output value of about 150 million yuan after reaching full capacity. The total investment of the project is 105 million yuan, covering an area of about 20000 square meters. It is planned to construct an electronic special gas production line, with supporting layouts for laboratory special gas, medical mixed gas, and solid-state hydrogen storage capacity. Editor/Cheng Liting

The first deep-sea intelligent submarine cable ship is put into operation

On July 15, 2026, the first deep-sea and intelligent submarine cable construction ship "Tianyi Navigator" designed and built by China was officially listed in Shanghai. The captain is 116 meters long, with a full load displacement of 18000 tons. The cable hold can carry 8000 tons of submarine optical cables, ranking first in the world. Equipped with 5.5-meter submarine cable burial equipment, it can operate at depths of up to 1000 meters, breaking the domestic depth record. Integrating Beidou and GPS dual-mode positioning, equipped with an intelligent dynamic positioning system, stable operation can still be achieved under level 5 sea conditions. The ship will be involved in the construction of submarine cables between global computing hubs, supporting AI computing scheduling and deployment of underwater data centers, and becoming an important equipment support for China's computing infrastructure.Editor/Cheng Liting

Petrochemical Machinery Hydrogen Energy Innovation Park starts construction

On July 15, 2026, the Shuzhi Hydrogen Energy Machinery Innovation Park started construction in Dongxihu District, Wuhan, with an expansion of 120 acres. The total investment has not been disclosed, and the plan is to form an annual production capacity of 100 sets of hydrogen compressor sleds, 1GW PEM electrolysis cells, and 1.75GW ALK electrolysis cells for assembly and testing. The previous 55 acres of the park have been put into use as a data intelligence service center and a hydrogen production and refueling equipment quality inspection center. The new park covers the entire chain of research and development, intelligent manufacturing, and testing, deeply integrating AI and digital twin technologies. This move marks the official launch of the construction of China Petrochemical's hydrogen energy equipment industry cluster. Editor/Cheng Liting

Fule De Wuhan Base starts construction

On July 9, 2026, Fulide Precision Cleaning and Recycling Service Base started construction in Optics Valley, with a total investment of 203 million yuan and an area of 21 acres. From signing the contract in April to starting construction in July, it took less than 3 months, and the plan is to complete and put into operation within 12 months. After reaching production capacity, we can provide 30000 pieces of semiconductor cleaning services per month, covering supporting needs such as ceramic melting regeneration and equipment maintenance. Previously, core components such as the Optics Valley etching machine needed to be sent to other places for cleaning, resulting in long turnover cycles and high logistics costs. After the project is put into operation, this gap will be filled, and the Huazhong Pan Semiconductor industry chain will be more complete and efficient. Editor/Cheng Liting

TBEA’s First Self-Developed UHV High-Impedance AC Transformer Passes All Tests

TBEA has independently developed the first prototype of ultra-high voltage high impedance AC transformer in the manufacturing industry, and multiple parties have witnessed its one-time passing of all testing and trials. The product can suppress short-circuit current in the power grid, save equipment renovation investment, and comprehensively improve the safety and stability of power grid operation. Editor/Min Jing

CHNG Achieves First Criticality of Hualong One Unit in Hainan Free Trade Port

CHNG's Hainan Changjiang Nuclear Power Unit 3 achieved its first criticality and entered the stage of power operation. This project is the first Hualong No.1 nuclear power project in Hainan Free Trade Port. After completion, the annual power generation will be 18 billion kilowatt hours, which can significantly reduce carbon emissions and promote the development of green energy in the region. 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

Dalian No.1 makes its maiden flight

The Dalian No.1 low altitude cross sea long endurance composite wing unmanned aerial vehicle independently developed by Dalian University of Technology has successfully completed its first sea flight test. The core indicators such as mounting capacity, range and endurance, and wind resistance of this aircraft model have all met expectations, adding a high-performance practical platform for China to build an integrated low altitude economic ecosystem of land, sea and air. Editor/Cheng Liting

Zhaochi Guanglian Nanchang Optical Communication Industry Base starts construction

Recently, Zhaochi Guanglian Jiangxi Nanchang Optical Communication Industry Base officially started construction in Nanchang High tech Zone, and the enterprise's 800G high-speed optical module project has entered the stage of large-scale production. The single story building area of the base is about 32000 square meters, equipped with 10000 level and 1000 level clean workshops, covering key processes throughout the entire process. After reaching production capacity, the monthly production capacity can reach 1.4 million high-speed optical modules. At present, the enterprise has completed small-scale verification of 400G and 800G optical modules, and is simultaneously promoting the research and development of 1.6T optical modules. In the future, it will deepen collaborative cooperation with domestic computing and communication leading manufacturers.Editor/Cheng Liting

Jianglong Ship's high-end marine three purpose work vessel starts construction

On June 30, 2026, the construction of two SPA65 AHTS multi-purpose workboats by Jianglong Shipbuilding officially began. This type of ship is suitable for complex sea operations worldwide, with a total length of 64 meters. It is equipped with the DP-2 dynamic positioning system and integrates functions such as anchoring, towing, material supply, and maritime rescue. Editor/Cheng Liting

The export volume of foreign trade automobiles at Guangzhou Port increased year-on-year

On June 30, 2026, it was learned from the Guangzhou Maritime Safety Administration that the export volume of foreign trade vehicles at the Xinsha Port in Guangzhou increased by 169.7% year-on-year from January to June this year, with a year-on-year increase of 81.7% in the export volume of new energy vehicles. The scale of foreign trade vehicle exports continues to expand. Editor/Min Jing

Lingang Xingang Integrated Wafer Manufacturing Project Starts Construction

On June 29, 2026, the groundbreaking ceremony of the Lingang New Area Xingang Integration Project was held at the project site in Xinlu Village, Wanxiang Town. The total construction area of the first phase of the project is about 620000 square meters. After completion, it will focus on the research and manufacturing of 55nm to 28nm planar process integrated circuits, providing professional integrated circuit outsourcing services to global customers. The first phase is planned to start construction in the third quarter of 2026 and be delivered for use by the end of 2027, further improving the integrated circuit industry ecosystem in Lingang. Editor/Cheng Liting

The world's largest LNG ship starts construction in Zhonghua, eastern Shanghai

The world's first batch of 271000 cubic meters QC Max ultra large LNG transport ships has officially started construction at China Shipbuilding Hudong Zhonghua. The cargo capacity of this ship has increased by 57% compared to mainstream 174000 cubic meters, and its performance meets international top standards. Hudong Zhonghua holds nearly 60 LNG ship orders scheduled for delivery after 2030, with the first ship expected to be delivered in 2028, filling the global LNG capacity gap and showcasing China's high-end shipbuilding capabilities. Editor/Cheng Liting

The Shanggong Flying Man Light Aircraft Manufacturing Project has started construction

On June 17, 2026, the carbon fiber composite structural components and light aircraft manufacturing project of Shanggong Feiren General Aviation (Weihai) Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Shanggong Shenbei Holdings, was officially laid in Weihai Torch High tech Industrial Development Zone. The project is jointly funded by Shanggong Shenbei Group and Weihai High tech Venture Capital Partnership, with a planned area of about 103 acres. It will build a headquarters base integrating the production of carbon fiber composite structural components, light aircraft assembly, research and development, and marketing, to help domestic general aviation extend into the high-end composite manufacturing field. Editor/Cheng Liting