Core Insights - Anhui Wanwei High-tech Materials Co., Ltd. announced the establishment of Jiangsu Wanwei New Materials Co., Ltd. with an investment in a new project for producing 200,000 tons of ethylene-based functional polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) resin annually [2][3] - The total planned investment for the new production base in Binhai Coastal Industrial Park is approximately 10 billion RMB, covering an area of about 1,000 acres [2] - The project will be developed in two phases, with the first phase involving an investment of around 3.6 billion RMB for producing 360,000 tons/year of vinyl acetate and 200,000 tons/year of ethylene-based functional PVA resin [2][3] Company Summary - Wanwei High-tech will hold an 80% stake in Jiangsu Wanwei with an investment of 800 million RMB, while Binhai County Coastal Investment Development Co., Ltd. will hold a 20% stake with an investment of 200 million RMB [2] - The first phase of the project is expected to take 18 months to complete after obtaining the construction permit, with the second phase to commence after the first phase is operational [3] Industry Context - PVA, known for its excellent insulation, film-forming, gas barrier, and water-soluble properties, is widely used in various industries including food, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and oil extraction [3] - China is the largest producer and exporter of PVA globally, with a production capacity of approximately 1.1 million tons and an expected export volume of 210,200 tons in 2024, marking a year-on-year increase of about 14.3% [3] - The investment in the new PVA production base aims to leverage China's coastal petrochemical ethylene and port resources, enhancing the competitive advantage of the ethylene-based PVA production route and supporting the company's transition towards high-end and green development [3]