Group 1 - Guangdong Songfa Ceramics Co., Ltd. announced that its subsidiary, Hengli Shipbuilding (Dalian) Co., Ltd., received government infrastructure fee allocation totaling 260 million RMB on July 18, 2025, which will be recognized as deferred income [2] - This is the second government subsidy received by Hengli Heavy Industry, following a previous allocation of 120 million RMB on June 16, 2025, bringing the total to 380 million RMB [2] - Hengli Heavy Industry was established to revitalize idle assets and expand effective investment, acquiring the former STX Dalian shipyard for 2.11 billion RMB to create a world-class high-end shipbuilding base [2] Group 2 - Hengli Heavy Industry's first phase project, "Ocean Factory," commenced production in January 2023, followed by the second phase project, "Future Factory," which focuses on high-value green ships and advanced marine equipment manufacturing [3] - Upon full production, Hengli Heavy Industry is expected to process 2.3 million tons of steel annually, produce 180 marine engines, and achieve an annual output value exceeding 70 billion RMB [3] - The company is currently a wholly-owned subsidiary of Songfa Co., which is raising up to 4 billion RMB to support Hengli Heavy Industry's strategic development, enhancing production efficiency and technological innovation [3] Group 3 - In 2024, Hengli Heavy Industry ranked fifth globally and fourth in China for new orders, with over 60 ships under construction and approximately 170 orders scheduled through 2029 [4] - The company aims to leverage its platform advantages to deepen its focus on high-end equipment research and manufacturing, enhancing its core competitiveness through technological innovation and lean management [4]

Investment Rating - The report assigns an "Overweight" rating for the industry [1] Core Insights - The "Strengthening Ocean Economy" strategy is accelerating, with significant developments in offshore wind power, ultra-deepwater platforms, and breakthroughs in high-end shipbuilding [2] - The central government's focus on high-quality development of the marine economy presents long-term growth opportunities for deep-sea technology and related industries [3] Summary by Sections Wind Power - The wind power sector is expected to see a profit restructuring and order expansion, with high demand projected for 2025. The domestic wind power installation reached 19.96 GW from January to April 2025, with a total bidding capacity of 53.4 GW from central state-owned enterprises [3] - The deep-sea wind power projects are entering a substantial advancement phase, with notable projects like the Zhejiang deep-sea demonstration project initiating equipment bidding, creating new opportunities for suppliers [3] - Recommended stocks include XinQiangLian, with related stocks being Tongyu Heavy Industry [3] Oil and Gas Equipment - The marine oil and gas sector is becoming a crucial growth area for China's energy supply, with marine crude oil accounting for nearly 80% of the national crude oil increment [3] - China has made significant advancements in deepwater oil and gas exploration, breaking the monopoly of a few international oil companies, exemplified by the domestically designed and built sixth-generation ultra-deepwater drilling platform "Fenjin" [3] - Recommended stocks include Jereh, Neway, with related stocks being CIMC, CNOOC, PetroChina, and China Oilfield Services [3] Shipbuilding Industry - The policy support is accelerating the construction of deep-sea equipment, with high demand arising from deep-sea oil and gas development, offshore wind power, and marine fisheries [3] - Key breakthroughs have been achieved in high-end ship types such as LNG carriers and ultra-deepwater drilling platforms, with the industry experiencing high levels of new orders and deliveries [3] - Recommended stocks include China Shipbuilding, China Shipbuilding Defense, and Zhenhua Heavy Industry [3]

Summary of CNOOC Services Conference Call Company Overview - CNOOC Services reported Q1 revenue of 10.8 billion RMB, a year-on-year increase of 6.4%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 0.89 billion RMB, a significant year-on-year increase of nearly 40%, primarily benefiting from resource optimization and full industry chain integration [2][3][4]. Key Points Financial Performance - Q1 revenue reached 10.8 billion RMB, up 6.4% year-on-year [2][3]. - Net profit attributable to shareholders was 0.89 billion RMB, reflecting a nearly 40% increase year-on-year [2][3]. - Financial expenses decreased significantly, contributing positively to performance growth, with expectations for stable annual financial expenses [4][14]. Operational Highlights - Drilling platform operating days increased significantly, totaling 48,089 days in Q1, a year-on-year increase of 11.4% [2][3]. - High utilization rates for overseas drilling platforms, with four out of five semi-submersible drilling platforms currently operational [2][6]. - Domestic platforms maintained stable workload and utilization rates, with new platforms showing full scheduling [6][7]. Pricing and Contracts - Day rates for four vessels in Norway are approximately 300,000 USD [9]. - Day rates for overseas platforms are expected to remain stable during contract periods, unaffected by industry fluctuations [10]. - Domestic platform pricing has remained stable, with slight increases for new platforms [11][12]. Sector Insights - The overall gross margin for the oil service sector is expected to improve in 2024, although overseas profit margins remain lower than domestic due to initial technical layout and new market development impacts [13]. - The company is actively expanding deepwater business, participating in Brazilian deepwater projects and obtaining entry qualifications through an eight-country oil alliance [4][20]. Technology and R&D - The company has made significant investments in oil and gas exploration technology, particularly in ultra-deepwater high-temperature and high-pressure working fluids and directional equipment [21]. - Continuous focus on deepwater technology development, including successful operations of self-developed equipment and participation in deepwater projects [20]. Market Outlook - The company is closely monitoring market dynamics and will seek suitable contract opportunities in various regions, including North Sea and Brazil [17][18]. - New signing platform average rates are expected to rise, despite some regional fluctuations [23]. Additional Important Insights - The company has not seen any significant changes in operational platforms and does not currently plan to recognize impairment losses, although external market fluctuations could prompt adjustments [16]. - The company maintains a cooperative relationship with newly established operational companies under CNOOC, focusing on resource pooling and potential future collaborations [18].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Accumulate" rating for the mechanical equipment industry [1] Core Insights - The government work report has introduced "deep-sea technology" for the first time, indicating a potential acceleration in industry development. Policies supporting marine economy and deep-sea technology have been rolled out in various regions [1] - Deep-sea resources are abundant, and the shift from shallow to deep-sea economic development is a definitive trend. The report highlights the significance of oil and gas resources, particularly in deep water, where the breakeven points for deep and shallow oil fields are $43 and $37 per barrel, respectively [1] - The marine economy is projected to reach a total production value of 10.5 trillion yuan in 2024, with a year-on-year growth of 5.9%, accounting for 8% of the national GDP. The shipbuilding industry is expected to grow by 15% year-on-year, while marine engineering equipment is projected to grow by 9% [2] Summary by Sections Government Policy and Industry Development - The introduction of "deep-sea technology" in the government work report is expected to enhance support for innovation and technology iteration in related industries [1] - Various regions have begun implementing policies to support the development of the marine economy and deep-sea technology [1] Resource Potential and Economic Trends - Deep-sea technology encompasses complex applications across various disciplines, with significant military-civilian integration [1] - The report emphasizes the rich resources in deep-sea areas, including oil and gas, mineral resources, and biological resources, which are becoming increasingly important as land and near-shore resources become depleted [1] Investment Opportunities - The report suggests focusing on high-quality marine equipment companies with solid fundamentals, such as China Shipbuilding, CIMC, and others, which are expected to benefit from the accelerating industry development [2] - Specific recommendations include companies involved in FPSO, drilling platforms, and deep-sea robotics, among others [2]