Core Insights - The 2025 China Petroleum and Chemical Equipment Industry High-Quality Development Conference was held in Zhangqiu, focusing on the "Manufacturing Power" strategy and "Dual Carbon" goals, gathering over 500 representatives from leading companies and research institutions in the petrochemical sector [4][14] - The conference emphasized the importance of technological innovation and collaboration among enterprises to promote the high-end, intelligent, and green development of the equipment manufacturing industry [4][14] Industry Overview - The equipment manufacturing industry is a crucial driver of industrial growth, with the petrochemical equipment sector being a significant component [7] - Zhangqiu's petrochemical equipment industry includes key products such as forgings, drilling mud pumps, and pressure vessels, serving major companies like PetroChina and Sinopec, with products exported to Europe, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East [7] - In 2024, 14 large-scale petrochemical equipment and parts companies achieved an output value of 3.83 billion, accounting for 3.06% of the total industrial output value in the region [7] Regional Development - Zhangqiu has a robust industrial foundation with over 6,700 enterprises across 31 industrial categories, including 253 large-scale equipment manufacturing companies [7] - The specialized equipment industry in Zhangqiu reached an output value of 26 billion in 2024, with 20.1 billion achieved in the first nine months of the year [7] - The region is recognized for its advanced manufacturing capabilities, including the world's largest forging ring and significant contributions to nuclear power equipment [10] Innovation and Collaboration - The conference highlighted the establishment of the China Equipment Management Association's domestic work committee and supply chain committee, with 20 companies signing agreements to enhance resource sharing and technological collaboration [4][14] - Zhangqiu is building a comprehensive industrial chain that includes automotive, advanced materials, and specialized equipment, supported by high-quality digital parks and educational institutions [13] - The city aims to transform its innovation resources into productive capabilities, fostering a vibrant environment for talent and entrepreneurship [13][14]