QLPIPESINDUSTRY(SZ:002457) Zheng Quan Ri Bao·2025-07-15 08:44Core Viewpoint - Qinglong Pipeline Group Co., Ltd. expects a net profit of 12 million to 18 million yuan for the first half of 2025, driven by strong demand in the water and municipal sectors due to government investment plans [2]. Industry Overview - The National Development and Reform Commission has announced an investment demand of approximately 4 trillion yuan for the renovation of urban gas, water supply, drainage, and heating pipelines over the next five years, indicating robust growth potential for the pipeline industry [3]. - In 2024, water conservancy construction investment reached a record high of 1.35 trillion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 12.8% [4]. Company Performance - Qinglong Pipeline's new contract amount for pipeline business in 2024 was 3.24 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 0.78%, with a contract amount to be executed in future periods of 2.85 billion yuan, up 26.93% year-on-year [3]. - The company has secured significant contracts, including a 277 million yuan procurement contract with China Construction Seventh Engineering Division and a 716.514 million yuan bid for an agricultural irrigation project, which will impact its performance in 2025 and 2026 [3]. Strategic Initiatives - The company is expanding its national footprint through an "Eastward and Southward" strategy, having established 19 PCCP production bases across major economic regions in China [4]. - Qinglong Pipeline aims to enhance its research and development in smart pipelines and environmentally friendly materials to align with national "dual carbon" goals and strengthen partnerships with local governments and state-owned enterprises [5].