Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" investment rating for the industry [5] Core Viewpoints - The report emphasizes the expected acceleration in the approval of ultra-high voltage (UHV) projects in the second half of 2025, with several key transmission corridors likely to be approved [10][15] - The current pace of construction for UHV direct current projects is increasing, with several projects nearing completion and others in the early stages of construction [15][16] - The report highlights a significant potential for equipment bidding in the second half of 2025, estimating a total bidding volume of approximately 55 billion yuan, with a substantial portion allocated for UHV converter valve equipment [28][30] Summary by Sections UHV Project Approvals - The 2025 National Energy Work Conference proposed the active promotion of several UHV transmission corridors, indicating a likely increase in project approvals in the latter half of 2025 [10] - Currently, only two projects have received approval, but expectations are high for a surge in approvals later in the year [10][15] UHV Direct Current Projects - Several UHV direct current projects are nearing completion, with the Jinshang-Hubei and Longdong-Shandong projects already operational [15] - Projects such as the Ningxia-Hunan and Shaanxi-Anhui are in advanced stages of construction, with expectations for operational readiness by 2026 [15][16] UHV Alternating Current Projects - The report notes that UHV alternating current projects are also in a peak construction phase, with several projects expected to commence in 2025 [16][18] Equipment Bidding Trends - In the first half of 2025, equipment bidding has been relatively low, totaling 2.48 billion yuan, while material bidding reached 17.87 billion yuan [25] - The report anticipates a rapid increase in bidding activity in the second half of 2025, driven by the approval of multiple UHV projects [28][30] Market Dynamics - The report indicates that the UHV equipment market remains concentrated, with leading companies expected to benefit from increased order volumes as the market expands [35]

Group 1 - Several A-share listed companies, including Youxunda Technology Co., Ltd., Chuangyuan Technology Co., Ltd., and Hongsheng Huayuan Tower Group Co., Ltd., announced pre-bid wins for procurement projects from State Grid Corporation of China [1][2] - Youxunda's pre-bid amount is approximately 176 million yuan, accounting for 17.44% of its projected 2024 revenue, enhancing its brand influence and market share in the power industry [1] - Chuangyuan Technology's pre-bid amount is 227 million yuan, representing 4.80% of its 2024 revenue, while Hongsheng Huayuan's pre-bid amount is about 1.426 billion yuan, making up 14.06% of its audited 2024 revenue [2] Group 2 - The increase in investment by State Grid is expected to significantly boost the development of the industry chain, particularly through the construction of ultra-high voltage projects [2] - Experts indicate that the increased investment from State Grid will create new development opportunities for related enterprises [2]