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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., July 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII’s (NYSE: HII) summer interns are collaborating on a research project designed to investigate the top use cases for artificial intelligence in HII’s corporate office. “Internships are an invaluable way of developing the next generation of leaders to help shape the future of our company and the shipbuilding industry,” said Edmond Hughes, executive vice president and chief human resources officer at HII. “At a time when there is a generational increase i ...

Core Viewpoint - The implementation of the "Private Economy Promotion Law" in China marks a significant transformation for over 92% of enterprises, particularly emphasizing the role of private enterprises in Jiangsu's economy, which contributes significantly to GDP, tax revenue, R&D investment, and employment [1] Group 1: Financial Support for Private Enterprises - The People's Bank of China Jiangsu Branch released a report showing that Industrial Bank's Nanjing Branch has excelled in providing financial services to private enterprises, achieving the highest rating for four consecutive quarters [1][2] - As of March 2024, the loan balance for private enterprises at Industrial Bank exceeded 1.7 trillion yuan, reflecting a growth of over 55% since 2022, serving nearly 520,000 private enterprises [2] Group 2: Tailored Financial Solutions - Industrial Bank's Nanjing Branch has developed a three-step approach to support private enterprises, including thorough industry research, direct communication with enterprises, and the introduction of financial incentives [6][7] - The branch has successfully increased its loan balance for private enterprises to 844.77 billion yuan, with a year-to-date growth of 7.1%, and a 9.5% increase in loans specifically for private enterprises [5] Group 3: Innovative Financing Strategies - The bank has engaged in collaborative financing efforts, forming a syndicate with other banks to support large-scale projects, such as providing 18.6 billion yuan in credit for HT Company's international shipping contracts [8][10] - This syndicate financing model has allowed the bank to navigate complex cross-border financing challenges, successfully issuing significant international guarantees [11] Group 4: Supply Chain Financial Innovations - The bank has capitalized on the growing demand for supply chain finance, launching the "Changlian Platform" to facilitate financing for upstream private enterprises [12][13] - By innovating financial products, such as converting electronic debt certificates into bank bills, the bank has significantly reduced financing costs for suppliers [15] Group 5: Comprehensive Financial Services - Industrial Bank has established a comprehensive service model for private enterprises, integrating various financial products and services to support their growth at different stages [20][21] - The bank's proactive approach includes risk-sharing mechanisms and a focus on sectors like new energy and intelligent manufacturing, enhancing its support for private enterprises [20][21]

Core Insights - Edge Total Intelligence Inc. (edgeTI) has partnered with Austal Australia to integrate its real-time digital operations software, EdgeCore, into Austal's customer operating ecosystems [1][2][5] - The partnership aims to leverage Austal's maritime expertise to expand edgeTI's presence in the Asia Pacific region [5] - Austal Australia will have the capability to integrate, procure, and configure EdgeCore for its own use and for its global customer base [2] Company Overview - EdgeTI specializes in real-time digital operations software that enables AI-driven Digital Twins, enhancing situational awareness and operational efficiency for various sectors [1][8] - Austal Australia is a leading global shipbuilder and defense contractor, recognized as Australia's largest defense exporter and the world's largest aluminum shipbuilder [6] - Austal has a strong track record, having contracted over 350 vessels for more than 122 operators in 59 countries over 35 years [6]

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Core Viewpoint - HII is set to release its second quarter 2025 financial results on July 31, 2025, and will host an earnings conference call at 9 a.m. Eastern time on the same day [1]. Group 1: Financial Results Announcement - HII will announce its second quarter 2025 financial results on July 31, 2025 [1]. - An earnings conference call will take place at 9 a.m. Eastern time, which will be webcast live on HII's website [1][2]. - Participants in the call will include Chris Kastner, president and CEO, and Tom Stiehle, executive vice president and chief financial officer [2]. Group 2: Company Overview - HII is a global, all-domain defense provider focused on delivering powerful ships and solutions to enhance national security [3]. - As the largest military shipbuilder in the U.S., HII has a history of over 135 years in advancing national security [4]. - The company offers critical capabilities that include ships, unmanned systems, cyber, ISR, AI/ML, and synthetic training [4]. - HII is headquartered in Virginia and employs a workforce of 44,000 [4].

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the significant achievements in China's technological and industrial innovation during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, emphasizing the acceleration of research and development, breakthroughs in key technologies, the growth of emerging industries, the vitality of talent innovation, and the formation of a unique innovation ecosystem in China [1][2][3][4]. Group 1: Research and Development - R&D investment is accelerating, with the total R&D expenditure expected to reach 3.6 trillion yuan by 2024, accounting for 2.68% of GDP, making China the second-largest globally [1]. - Enterprises are the main contributors to R&D growth, with their investment exceeding 77% of the total [1]. - Shenzhen's R&D investment as a percentage of GDP is 6.46%, indicating a shift from a global manufacturing hub to an innovation center [1]. Group 2: Key Technologies - Breakthroughs in core technologies are accelerating, with integrated circuit production expected to increase by 72.6% by 2024, adding approximately 190 billion units [2]. - Significant advancements have been made in nuclear power, high-speed rail, marine engineering, artificial intelligence, quantum technology, manned spaceflight, and deep space exploration [2]. Group 3: Emerging Industries - The added value of high-tech manufacturing is projected to grow by 42% by 2024, while the digital economy's core industries are expected to increase by 73.8%, reaching 10.4% of GDP [2]. - There are over 4,000 innovative drugs in development in China, accounting for about 30% of the global total [2]. Group 4: Talent Innovation - China has the largest total human resources and R&D personnel globally, with over 5 million graduates in STEM fields each year, providing a solid foundation for technological breakthroughs [2]. Group 5: Innovation Ecosystem - A unique Chinese innovation ecosystem is forming, with companies actively engaging in open-source ecosystems to promote technology innovation and application [3]. - The "Artificial Intelligence +" initiative is being implemented to integrate AI into various industries and households, showcasing a distinctive application approach [3]. Group 6: Future Directions - The government plans to continue implementing innovation-driven development strategies, promoting the deep integration of technological and industrial innovation, and fostering a supportive environment for comprehensive innovation [4].

Industry Overview - Chinese shipyards have rapidly grown to become major players in global shipbuilding, leading to a significant portion of America's cargo being carried by Chinese ships [1] - The US aims to counter China's dominance in shipbuilding due to concerns about naval warfare logistics, particularly in potential conflicts like one over Taiwan [2][3] US Response - The US government is considering imposing fees on Chinese ships docking in the US to incentivize cargo ship companies to diversify their suppliers [3] - Congress is contemplating a bill to subsidize American shipyards to revitalize the domestic shipbuilding industry [4] Challenges and Implications - Rebuilding the American commercial shipbuilding industry will be a lengthy process, potentially taking years [4] - American taxpayers would bear the financial burden of subsidizing the shipbuilding initiative [4]

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