Industry Overview - The corrosion-resistant alloy industry is a key foundational material sector for high-end equipment manufacturing, experiencing rapid growth, with the market size in China expected to exceed 50 billion yuan in 2024 and reach 80 billion yuan by 2030 [1] - The product system of the industry is comprehensive, covering four main categories: iron-based (e.g., 304 stainless steel), nickel-based (e.g., Hastelloy C-276), reactive metals (e.g., titanium alloys), and copper-based alloys, with stainless steel dominating the market [1][2] - The industry is transitioning towards green and high-end development driven by dual carbon goals and high-end equipment demand, with continuous breakthroughs in new material research and processes [1][10] Market Dynamics - The industry is characterized by a competitive landscape of "state-owned enterprises leading, private enterprises featuring, and foreign capital supplementing," with accelerated domestic substitution [1][23] - The market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 8.5% from 2024 to 2030, indicating strong growth potential [12] Production and Innovation - Leading companies like Fushun Special Steel have achieved domestic production of high-end nickel-based alloys, reducing costs by over 20% through innovative processes [12][20] - The production of stainless steel is expected to reach 39.44 million tons in 2024, with a year-on-year growth of 7.54% [14] Industry Chain - The corrosion-resistant alloy industry chain is tightly coordinated, with upstream relying on imported resources and domestic smelting technology breakthroughs, while downstream applications span petroleum, energy, marine engineering, and aerospace [8][10] - The petroleum and chemical sector accounts for 45% of demand, with the renewable energy sector growing at an annual rate exceeding 25% [8] Competitive Landscape - The industry features a three-tier structure with state-owned enterprises like Baowu Special Steel and Fushun Special Steel dominating the high-end market, while private enterprises like Jiuli Special Materials and Wujin Stainless Steel carve out niche advantages [23] - International companies still lead in certain high-end nickel-based alloy markets, but domestic alternatives are rapidly emerging [23] Development Trends - The industry is moving towards high-end, green, and international collaborative development, with significant demand for high-performance materials in aerospace, nuclear power, and deep-sea engineering [25][26] - Environmental policies are driving the adoption of short-process smelting and recycling technologies, with expectations for a 22% reduction in energy consumption per unit of output by 2025 [27] - International expansion and industry chain integration are accelerating, with companies seeking to enhance global competitiveness through mergers and technology partnerships [28]