活力中国调研行 | 星空闪耀“北京箭”

Core Viewpoint - Beijing is emerging as a leading hub for commercial aerospace, boasting the most comprehensive rocket manufacturing industry chain and over 70% of the country's commercial rocket enterprises [1][3]. Group 1: Industry Overview - Beijing has over 300 high-tech enterprises in the commercial aerospace sector, with more than half of the top 100 commercial aerospace companies, listed firms, and unicorns in the country [3]. - The "South Arrow North Star" pattern is forming in Beijing, with the southern part focusing on rocket manufacturing and the northern part on satellite manufacturing, leading to a complete industrial chain [3][5]. Group 2: Company Highlights - Star River Dynamics is expected to become the first private enterprise to achieve double-digit launch numbers in a year, with plans to launch seven to eight rockets this year [1][3]. - The "Zhishen Star No. 1," a reusable medium-to-large launch vehicle developed by Star River Dynamics, is set for its maiden flight this year [3][5]. - Blue Arrow Aerospace, located near Star River Dynamics, is the first commercial aerospace company in China to obtain complete qualifications for rocket research, production, and testing, recently successfully launching the ZQ-2E Y2 rocket [5]. Group 3: Government Support and Future Outlook - The Beijing Municipal Science and Technology Commission is promoting key technology breakthroughs and supporting the establishment of innovation alliances among leading companies and research institutions [5][6]. - The city plans to integrate commercial aerospace scenarios into its 2024 technology work plan, promoting applications in various sectors such as natural resources and meteorological monitoring [6]. - The future of Beijing's commercial aerospace industry is expected to flourish over the next 5 to 10 years, with a diverse range of developments anticipated [6].