Zheng Quan Ri Bao·2025-08-04 16:50Core Insights - The mechanical industry in China has shown a year-on-year growth of 9.0% in value added for large-scale enterprises in the first half of the year, with expectations for a stable and positive trend continuing into the second half, projecting an annual growth rate of around 5.5% [1] - The industry is focusing on high-end, intelligent, and green transformation, as highlighted by the recent implementation plan for digital transformation from 2025 to 2030, aiming for high-quality development [1] - Leading companies in the mechanical industry are driving digital transformation and upgrading the supply chain, with significant advancements in automation and efficiency reported [2] Industry Trends - The implementation plan encourages leading enterprises to collaborate with upstream and downstream partners to develop coordinated technological transformation plans, aligning with the current trend of chain transformation in the engineering machinery sector [2] - Major companies like Zoomlion and SANY have reported impressive automation rates and efficiency improvements in their smart factories, with Zoomlion achieving over 85% automation and significant enhancements in production metrics [2] - The industry is witnessing a shift towards AI technologies becoming central to decision-making, predictive maintenance services, and accelerated international expansion, marking a new phase of "digital intelligence integration" [3] Technological Advancements - Companies are developing proprietary AI tools to enhance operational efficiency, such as LiuGong's AI assistant "Wen Xiaoqi," which automates document processing and contract management, showing increased daily active usage [3] - The integration of AI and IoT technologies is enabling companies to support complex scenarios in smart manufacturing and vehicle networking, enhancing overall operational capabilities [2][3]