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Summary of the Conference Call on China Power Company Overview - Company: China Power, a subsidiary of China Shipbuilding, focuses on power equipment including gas, cycle, chemical, and diesel engines, with a comprehensive range of supporting fields [7][21]. Key Financial Highlights - 2024 Half-Year Profit Forecast: Expected net profit between 459 million to 516 million CNY, representing a growth of 60% to 80% year-on-year [2]. - Q2 2024 Profit Forecast: Projected net profit for Q2 between 370 million to 428 million CNY, showing a year-on-year increase of 46.63% to 69.3% [3]. - Q2 2024 Deducted Profit: Expected between 329 million to 384 million CNY, with a year-on-year growth of 177.86% to 224% [3]. Industry Dynamics - Global Shipbuilding Market: Total global order volume in 2023 reached 107 million deadweight tons, a year-on-year increase of nearly 28% [4]. - China's Shipbuilding Performance: In 2023, China's shipbuilding completion volume increased by 11.8%, new orders by 56.4%, and first-time orders by 32% [5]. - Market Share: In Q1 2024, China's shipbuilding completion volume, new orders, and mobile banking accounted for 53.8%, 69.6%, and 56.7% of the global market, respectively [6]. Market Trends - Aging Fleet Replacement: The average replacement cycle for ships is 25 to 30 years, with a significant portion of the global fleet approaching this age, indicating a sustained demand for new vessels [8]. - Environmental Regulations: New carbon intensity and emission indices effective from January 1, 2023, require a 15% to 50% reduction in emissions for various ship types, driving demand for upgraded engines [9][10]. Product Development - Dual-Fuel Engines: Sales of dual-fuel engines reached a new high with 133 LNG dual-fuel engines sold, a year-on-year increase of 7.73%, and 34 methanol dual-fuel engines, up 41.67% [10]. - Technological Advancements: The shift towards dual-fuel engines is expected to enhance the value proposition and market penetration of these products [11]. Production Capacity - Production Status: The company is currently operating at full capacity, with orders extending into 2026 and production plans for low and medium-speed engines projected to increase by 10.7% [12][13]. Profitability Factors - Revenue Drivers: Key factors for revenue growth include rising ship prices, increased demand for dual-fuel engines, and larger engine sizes [13][14]. - Cost Management: A decline in steel prices is expected to reduce manufacturing costs for diesel engines, positively impacting profit margins [14]. Strategic Positioning - Brand Development: The company is enhancing its proprietary brand capabilities, moving from pure OEM to a dual strategy of OEM and brand development [15][21]. - Market Resilience: The company is positioned to benefit from the recovery in the defense and application industries, with stable profit levels expected from its battery and wind power businesses [19]. Future Outlook - Profit Forecast: Projected net profits for 2024, 2025, and 2026 are 1.188 billion, 1.692 billion, and 2.569 billion CNY, respectively, with PE ratios of 39, 27, and 1.26 [22]. - Risks: Potential risks include fluctuations in raw material prices, currency exchange rate volatility, and uncertainties in the coal and automotive sectors [22]. Conclusion - Investment Recommendation: China Power is expected to benefit significantly from the recovery in the shipbuilding industry, driven by aging fleet replacements, environmental regulations, and technological advancements in dual-fuel engines [20][24].