Core Viewpoint - China Chemical announced a record high total contract amount of 2060.92 billion RMB for the first half of 2025, showing a slight increase compared to 2035.69 billion RMB in the same period last year, with domestic contracts at 1646.08 billion RMB and overseas contracts at 414.84 billion RMB, remaining stable year-on-year [1]. Group 1: Contract Details - The number of construction projects decreased significantly to 1410 from 1718 last year, while the number of chemical engineering orders also fell from 1365 to 1189, although the total contract amounts remained similar [2]. - Notable projects include a 9.95 billion RMB coal chemical multi-production project in Xinjiang and a 9.81 billion RMB bioethanol project in Egypt, among others [4]. - Key projects signed in June included the Namibia green hydrogen project with a total investment of 10 billion USD, which is the largest green hydrogen project in Sub-Saharan Africa [5][6]. Group 2: Major Projects - The Namibia green hydrogen project has a contract amount of approximately 143.45 billion RMB, with other significant projects including a 48.12 billion RMB soda ash project in Indonesia and a 17.96 billion RMB high-performance silicon fluoride materials project in Gansu [6][11]. - The Xinjiang National Industry New Materials Technology Co., Ltd. is set to become the largest polyoxymethylene production base in Northwest China with a total capacity of 100,000 tons/year after the completion of its new project [7]. - The Henan Junheng Industrial Group's sustainable aviation fuel project will process 1 million tons of waste oil annually, producing over 30,000 tons of hydrocarbon biodiesel and 670,000 tons of sustainable aviation fuel [9].

Group 1: Core Insights - Autocraft signed a procurement agreement with 时的科技 for 350 units of E20 eVTOL, amounting to $1 billion, marking the largest single eVTOL order in China to date [1] - The E20 eVTOL will be commercialized in various scenarios such as low-altitude tourism and air travel in the Middle East and North Africa [1] - 时的科技, established in 2021, focuses on the R&D, production, and sales of manned eVTOLs [1] Group 2: Battery Technology - 孚能科技's first-generation semi-solid-state eVTOL battery has an energy density of 285Wh/kg, with a fast charge time of 20 minutes and a low-temperature capacity retention of 90% at -20℃ [2] - The second-generation semi-solid-state eVTOL battery is set to enter small-scale production, with an energy density of 320Wh/kg and a fast charge time reduced to 15 minutes [2] - Future developments include a second-generation Plus version with energy density exceeding 350Wh/kg expected in 2026, and a third generation with energy density reaching 400Wh/kg currently undergoing testing [2] Group 3: Industry Developments - 孚能科技 has received a supplier development notification from 广东汇天航空航天科技有限公司, indicating its growing presence in the low-altitude economy sector [2] - The company aims to solidify its competitive position in the industry and drive future growth through these advancements [2]

Core Viewpoint - The 2025 Polymer 3D Printing Materials Summit will focus on the opportunities and challenges in additive manufacturing, featuring various specialized sessions on topics such as AI integration, ceramic 3D printing, biomedical applications, and industrial advancements in 3D printing technology [3][4][5][6][7][8]. Group 1: Main Forum and Sessions - The summit will include a main forum discussing the opportunities and challenges in additive manufacturing, with presentations from experts in the field [3]. - Key topics will cover sustainable high-performance photopolymer 3D printing, continuous fiber composite materials, and bio 3D printing applications [3][4]. - The event will feature a variety of sessions on AI and 3D printing, ceramic 3D printing, and biomedical applications, showcasing the latest research and technological advancements [4][5][6][7]. Group 2: Specialized Sessions - The "AI +" and 3D printing session will explore breakthroughs in key common challenges, including near-infrared light-assisted ink direct writing and micro-nano electronic additive manufacturing [4]. - The ceramic 3D printing session will discuss trends in the industry, precision manufacturing applications, and advanced manufacturing technologies [5]. - The biomedical 3D printing session will focus on soft bio-inks, biodegradable spinal fusion devices, and the application of 3D printing technology in bone and cartilage regeneration [6][7]. Group 3: Event Logistics - The summit will take place from July 18 to 20, 2025, at the Sheraton Hangzhou Longxi Hotel, Zhejiang [13][16]. - Registration fees are set at ¥2800 for corporate and research representatives and ¥1800 for students if paid online before July 18 [20]. - The event will include opportunities for networking and exhibition visits during breaks [3][4][5][6][7].

Core Viewpoint - The company, Haiyou New Materials, has decided to terminate its "Annual Production of 200 Million Square Meters of Photovoltaic Encapsulation Film Project (Phase I)" and instead initiate a new project for "Annual Production of 2 Million Square Meters of PDCLC Dimming Film Products (Phase I)" with an investment scale of 25 million yuan, utilizing remaining fundraising of approximately 22.6 million yuan for the new project [1][2]. Group 1 - The global photovoltaic power generation market has a long-term positive outlook, but short-term demand growth is slowing due to industry cyclical fluctuations [2][3]. - The China Photovoltaic Industry Association predicts that the global photovoltaic installed capacity growth will slow down by 10% year-on-year in 2025, with a conservative estimate of no growth [3]. - The company faces supply-demand imbalance in photovoltaic encapsulation film capacity in the short term, as the demand for capacity expansion decreases [3]. Group 2 - The company is transitioning to meet the higher performance requirements for PID resistance in N-type batteries, driven by the exploration of TOPCON and heterojunction component technologies [3]. - POE films or co-extruded POE films are expected to replace EVA due to their superior PID resistance performance, and the company is advancing the introduction and certification of these films to support technological development [3]. Group 3 - The company had previously signed an investment agreement in October 2022 to build a new material project for photovoltaic encapsulation film with a total investment of 2.5 billion yuan, including fixed asset investment of approximately 835 million yuan and working capital investment of about 1.665 billion yuan [4]. - The project was planned in two phases, with the first phase aimed at producing 200 million square meters of photovoltaic encapsulation film [5].

Core Viewpoint - The European chemical industry is facing a significant decline, with major companies like BASF and Dow Chemical retreating from the region, leading to a decrease in the EU's global market share from 27% in 2002 to approximately 13% in 2023 [1][2] Group 1: Industry Decline - The EU's chemical production capacity utilization rate is projected to be only 74% in Q1 2025, down from 74.4% in Q4 2024 and significantly below the long-term average of 81.4% [1] - BASF, the world's largest chemical company, has lowered its profit forecast by 84% for the upcoming year [1] - INEOS expressed disappointment with the EU's Chemical Industry Action Plan, stating it fails to address the urgent threats of high natural gas costs and rising carbon emission costs [3] Group 2: EU's Response - The European Commission announced a Chemical Industry Action Plan aimed at addressing high energy costs, global competition, and weak demand, while promoting innovation and sustainability [2] - The plan includes simplifying legislation for key chemicals, establishing a critical chemicals alliance, and implementing a plan to support low-carbon hydrogen development [2] Group 3: Comparison with China - By 2025, China is expected to become the largest producer and consumer of chemicals globally, holding a 50% market share in fine chemicals [5] - China's chemical industry is experiencing growth, with a reported 8.2% increase in the manufacturing of chemical raw materials and products in the first half of 2025 [5][6] - The Chinese chemical sector is anticipated to benefit from supply-side structural reforms, improving the supply-demand balance and allowing leading companies to gain market share [7]

论坛同期举办青年科学家10²论坛、产业发展与创新技术全体大会、四大专题论坛，以及产业需求对接、 创新产品与技术展览、项目地图发布等特色活动。 扫码报名 组织机构 主办单位 由 长三角船舶与海工装备技术创新中心、长三角海上风电智能运维创新联盟、江苏科技大学海洋资源开 发技术创新研究院 联合主办的2025（第五届）海洋清洁能源技术与装备高峰论坛（简称：MCES2025） 将于 7月23-25日 在 南通 召开， 将针对" 融合发展需要哪些创新技术驱动？"、"如何将示范工程的成 功经验快速规模化？"、"深远海施工成本困局如何破解？ "等热点话题展开探讨。 长三角船舶与海工装备技术创新中心 长三角海上风电智能运维创新联盟 联合主办单位 江苏科技大学海洋资源开发技术创新研究院 协办单位 东南大学南通海洋高等研究院 哈尔滨工程大学长三角高等研究院 宁波大学 浙大宁波理工学院 承办单位 宁波德泰中研信息科技有限公司（DT新材料）、海洋装备与关键材料 论坛主席 Torgeir Moan，中国工程院外籍院士、挪威皇家科学院院士、宁波大学教授 徐立新，长三角船舶与海工装备技术创新中心主任 执行主席 崔 琳，长三角船舶与海工装备技 ...

Core Viewpoint - The strategic cooperation between Goldwind Technology and Zhongfu Shenying aims to enhance the application potential of carbon fiber in the renewable energy sector, particularly in wind power, focusing on innovation and cost reduction [1][2]. Group 1: Company Overview - Goldwind Technology is a leading wind turbine manufacturer in China, with a strong foundation in equipment research and development, industry chain integration, and global market expansion. As of March 2023, its international business spans 47 countries across six continents, with installed capacity exceeding 1GW in North America, Australia, Asia (excluding China), and South America, and an external order backlog of nearly 7GW [3]. - In 2024, Goldwind is projected to hold a 22% market share in domestic wind power installations and 15.9% globally, maintaining its position as the world's top player for three consecutive years [4]. Group 2: Financial Performance - In Q1 2025, Goldwind reported revenue of 9.47 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 35.7%. The net profit attributable to shareholders was 568 million yuan, up 70.8% year-on-year, while the net profit excluding non-recurring items reached 555 million yuan, reflecting a 68.4% increase, indicating that profit growth significantly outpaced revenue growth [4]. Group 3: Industry Trends - The carbon fiber application in wind turbine blades is expected to grow rapidly, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 23% projected from 2022 to 2025. By 2025, the demand for carbon fiber in offshore wind power is estimated to reach 71,000 tons, increasing to 92,000 tons by 2030. The Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) estimates that global wind power installations could reach 182GW by 2028 [4]. - Zhongfu Shenying currently has a carbon fiber production capacity of 28,500 tons, with an additional 31,000 tons under construction [4].

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Core Insights - The article emphasizes the importance of core components in twin-screw extruders for nylon modification processing, highlighting that challenges like uneven mixing, quality fluctuations, and capacity bottlenecks can often be addressed through these components [2][3] Group 1: Product Features - The special specifications of screw elements developed by the company enable gentler and more uniform mixing compared to conventional shear elements, significantly reducing molecular chain degradation and enhancing the mechanical properties and appearance consistency of modified nylon materials [5] - The precision of screw elements, barrels, and shafts directly influences the stability of melt delivery, uniformity of residence time distribution, and the quality of the final product, with even minor differences impacting key performance indicators of modified nylon [6] Group 2: Technological Advancements - The company is investing over 20 million to develop cold-rolled shaft processing technology, expected to achieve mass production by 2025, which will address stability and reliability issues faced by high-torque models with a torque coefficient above 13 [8] - The cold-rolling process provides unmatched surface hardness, fatigue strength, and dimensional stability, ensuring robust processing for high-end nylon modifications, such as high-temperature nylon and glass fiber-reinforced nylon [8] Group 3: Company Overview - Established in 2004, the company specializes in the production and custom development of core components for twin-screw extruders, serving leading manufacturers in various sectors including modified plastics, recycled plastics, food and pharmaceuticals, powder coatings, and feed [11][12] - The company has built a reputation for high-quality products, future-oriented technology, and absolute reliability, positioning itself as a leader in the core components of twin-screw extrusion and compounding equipment [12]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the production and market potential of bio-based 1,4-butanediol (BDO), highlighting the shift towards sustainable chemical production methods in response to environmental concerns and regulatory pressures. Group 1: Bio-based BDO Production - Cargill and HELM AG's joint venture Qore has officially launched the production of bio-based BDO using locally grown dent corn, with a total investment of $300 million, aiming for an annual production capacity of 66,000 tons [3] - BDO is a crucial organic chemical and fine chemical raw material with extensive downstream applications across various industries, including textiles, pharmaceuticals, and biodegradable plastics [4] - The production of bio-based BDO is primarily achieved through fermentation processes, with Qore utilizing a proprietary one-step fermentation technology developed by Genomatica [8] Group 2: Industry Developments and Collaborations - LYCRA plans to use QIRA to enhance the sustainability of its fibers, potentially reducing its carbon footprint by up to 44% [5] - BASF has entered a long-term supply agreement with Qore to incorporate QIRA into its product portfolio, aiming for sustainable chemical production [5] - Several companies are investing in bio-based BDO production, including the Korean company Xinying Group, which plans to build a $1 billion facility in Vietnam, and Jinfa Technology, which has launched a 10,000-ton bio-based BDO project in Liaoning [9][10] Group 3: Market Trends and Future Outlook - The traditional BDO production methods face challenges due to high carbon emissions, necessitating the development of greener, low-carbon production processes [7] - Despite the current higher costs of bio-based BDO compared to petroleum-based BDO, its competitive advantage is expected to grow as oil prices remain high and production technologies improve [12] - The upcoming SynBioCon 2025 conference will focus on the development and industrial collaboration of key products that can replace petrochemical raw materials, indicating a strong industry shift towards sustainable practices [13]