Qian Zhan Wang·2026-01-05 04:08Core Insights - The report highlights the significant demand for deep-sea resource exploration in China, driven by the need to secure energy and mineral supply amidst declining domestic resources and high foreign dependency [3]. Group 1: Industry Overview - The deep-sea technology sector encompasses three main application scenarios: production operations (including resource exploration, mining, and infrastructure), public services (such as environmental monitoring and national defense), and deep-sea consumption (like tourism) [1]. - Major listed companies in the industry include China Shipbuilding (600150.SH), China Ship Defense (600685.SH), Zhenhua Heavy Industries (600320.SH), CNOOC Services (601808.SH), China Marine Defense (600764.SH), Hailanxin (300065.SZ), and Zhongtian Technology (600522.SH) [1]. Group 2: Resource Dependency and Production - China's crude oil foreign dependency reached 73% in 2023, while natural gas dependency was at 41.9%. Over 10 mineral types have a foreign dependency exceeding 50%, indicating a critical need for domestic production through deep-sea exploration [3]. - The production of marine crude oil in China is projected to exceed 60% of total production by 2024, with output increasing from 51.62 million tons in 2016 to 65.5 million tons in 2024, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3% [4]. - Marine natural gas production is expected to grow from 12.9 billion cubic meters in 2016 to 26.2 billion cubic meters by 2024, achieving a CAGR of 9.3% [7]. Group 3: Emerging Consumption Scenarios - Underwater tourism, characterized by non-diving experiences using submersibles and semi-submersibles, is emerging as a new consumption scenario within the marine tourism industry. This sector is enhanced by underwater photography and virtual reality technologies [8]. - The development of marine tourism is supported by initiatives in Hainan Free Trade Port, where coral reef protection areas are exploring sustainable development models that integrate marine museums and educational programs [8].