央视财经×三一重工：2025年上半年全国工程机械平均开工率为44.81%

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the robust growth in China's infrastructure investment and the corresponding increase in sales of construction machinery, particularly excavators and loaders, indicating a positive economic outlook for the industry [1][2]. Infrastructure Investment Trends - In the first half of the year, infrastructure investment across the country showed a "blossoming" trend, with six provinces maintaining an operating rate above 50% for six consecutive months [2][4]. - The average operating rate for engineering machinery in the first half of 2025 was 44.81%, with a quarter-on-quarter increase of 4.62% in the second quarter [3]. Regional Performance - Six provinces, including Anhui, Fujian, Henan, Jiangxi, Zhejiang, and Chongqing, led the way with operating rates exceeding 50%, particularly in East and South China [4]. - Fifteen provinces reported increased operating rates compared to the same period last year, indicating a higher level of infrastructure activity and project execution [5]. Equipment Utilization - In the first half of 2025, the average operating rate for hoisting equipment was 66.87%, the highest among all equipment categories, with top-performing provinces including Anhui, Hubei, and Jiangxi [6][7]. - The central region had the highest average operating rate at 50.13%, with Anhui leading at 66.24% [8]. Western and Northeastern Developments - The western region's operating rate was 48.45%, benefiting from the "Belt and Road" initiative, with significant increases in the workload of specific equipment types [9]. - The northeastern region showed a recovery with an operating rate of 45.68%, particularly strong performance in stackers and crawler cranes [10]. Eastern Region Insights - The eastern region's operating rate was 45.58%, with concrete equipment leading in utilization rates [11].