Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the news is that Sinopec has applied for a patent related to a method for producing low-carbon aromatics using Y-type molecular sieve catalysts and shape-selective molecular sieve catalysts [1] - The patent application was filed on October 2023, and the public announcement number is CN119912310A [1] - The method involves a multi-step catalytic process that includes hydrogenation and hydrocracking reactions to achieve high yields of low-carbon aromatics [1] Group 2 - Sinopec, established in 2000, is primarily engaged in the petroleum, coal, and other fuel processing industries, with a registered capital of approximately 12.17 billion RMB [2] - Sinopec has invested in 257 companies and participated in 5,000 bidding projects, holding 45 trademark records and 5,000 patent records [2] - The Sinopec Petroleum and Chemical Research Institute, founded in 2022, focuses on research and experimental development, with a registered capital of 300 million RMB [2] - The research institute has invested in 2 companies, participated in 1,000 bidding projects, and holds 1,231 patent records [2]