Zhong Guo Jing Ying Bao·2026-01-09 09:09Group 1 - The core point of the news is the successful restructuring of China Aviation Oil Group Co., Ltd. (CAO) and China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (Sinopec), which was approved by the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission (SASAC) [1][3] - The restructuring was anticipated as early as October 2025, when CAO's subsidiary announced it was in talks with another company, later confirmed to be Sinopec [1][2] - Sinopec is the largest refining company globally and the largest supplier of refined oil and petrochemical products in China, with total assets of 2.74 trillion yuan and total revenue of 3.14 trillion yuan in 2024 [1][2] Group 2 - CAO, which was originally part of the People's Liberation Army Air Force, has evolved into a major player in the aviation fuel market, providing services to 258 transport airports and 454 general airports in China [2] - In 2024, China's aviation fuel consumption is expected to grow by 13% year-on-year to 39.28 million tons, making it the second-largest aviation fuel consumer globally [2][3] - The restructuring aligns with SASAC's push for the professional integration of state-owned enterprises to optimize the state-owned economy and build world-class enterprises [3] Group 3 - The merger enhances the competitive edge of the aviation fuel sector by integrating production and sales, addressing core pain points in the supply chain [4] - The restructuring is expected to improve the supply security of aviation fuel by leveraging Sinopec's upstream resources and refining capabilities, reducing reliance on international markets [3][4] - The aviation fuel market is projected to continue growing, with annual growth rates expected to be around 5% and 4% during the 14th and 15th Five-Year Plans, respectively [3] Group 4 - The restructuring may lead to increased competition for other oil suppliers and local private refineries, as CAO and Sinopec will dominate the market [4] - Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is highlighted as a key area for growth, with the potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 80% compared to traditional fuels [5][6] - The collaboration between Sinopec and CAO is expected to accelerate the commercialization of green aviation fuel, helping the aviation industry achieve carbon reduction goals [6]