Chan Ye Xin Xi Wang·2025-04-29 01:42Overview - Water conservancy is a crucial foundation for national economic and social development, directly related to flood safety, water supply safety, food security, economic security, ecological security, and national security [1][10] - In 2023, the number of ongoing water conservancy construction projects in China reached 41,014, a year-on-year increase of 0.82% [10] - The investment scale of ongoing projects reached 54,797 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 26.81% [10] - The completed investment in water conservancy construction projects amounted to 9,089 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 7.03% [10] Market Policies - The Chinese government has issued several policies to support water conservancy infrastructure construction, including guidelines for financial support, water resource conservation, and the promotion of contract water-saving management [5][7] - Policies aim to enhance the construction of major water conservancy projects, rural water facilities, and water-saving renovations, providing clear direction for the development of the water conservancy construction industry [5] Industry Chain - The upstream of the water conservancy construction industry includes suppliers of building materials such as cement, steel, and sand, as well as suppliers of hydropower equipment [8] - The midstream consists of water conservancy construction enterprises involved in surveying, design, consulting, supervision, and construction [8] - The downstream includes government departments, urban investment companies, and port enterprises, with government playing a leading role in planning, approval, and regulation [8] Competitive Landscape - As of March 2025, there are 304 construction enterprises with a level one or above qualification in water conservancy, including 36 enterprises with special qualifications [12][14] - Major companies include China Power Construction Group, China Railway Eighth Group, and China Water Resources and Hydropower Third Engineering Bureau, which have strong financial strength and project management experience [12][13] Development Trends - The importance of ecological protection in water conservancy projects is increasing, with a focus on ensuring harmony between water projects and the natural environment [24] - Investment in water conservancy projects in central and western regions is expected to increase, driven by national strategies such as the Western Development and Rural Revitalization [24] - Chinese water conservancy construction enterprises are likely to expand their international market presence through technology exports and engineering contracts under the Belt and Road Initiative [24]