三星 SDI 将增加中国生产设备采购比例

Core Viewpoint - Samsung SDI is increasing the proportion of production equipment procurement from Chinese suppliers due to their improved technology and competitive pricing compared to South Korean counterparts [1][2]. Group 1: Equipment Procurement - Samsung SDI's Vice President Kim Ik-hyeon stated that the technology level of Chinese equipment suppliers has significantly improved, and their prices are 20%-30% lower than those of South Korean manufacturers [1]. - Chinese companies like Xianlead Intelligent and Hanke Technology have established subsidiaries in South Korea and are providing equipment that is close to South Korean standards, particularly in the cyclers field [1][2]. Group 2: Capital Expenditure - Samsung SDI plans to significantly increase its capital expenditure, with equipment investment reaching 6 trillion KRW (approximately 297.36 billion RMB) in 2024, of which 30% will be allocated for production equipment procurement [1]. Group 3: Market Dynamics - Although Chinese equipment manufacturers have not yet joined Samsung's Supplier Partnership (SSP), their influence in the South Korean supply chain is growing, especially as the demand for battery production capacity expands [2].