World’s biggest wheeled crane breaks barriers

At a 200-megawatt wind farm in Hengshui, Hebei province, the world’s largest tonnage wheeled crane XCA4000 completed its first lift in March, lifting a 130-metric-ton nacelle, a 40-ton hub and three 95-meter-long blades weighing 28 tons each, to a height of 162 meters for assembly on the tower. With a 4,000-ton lifting capacity, the XCA4000 … Continue reading World’s biggest wheeled crane breaks barriers

CSSC announces historic deal with QatarEnergy

On Monday, China State Shipbuilding Corp, the world’s largest shipbuilder, received what it calls the world’s largest single order of ships from energy industry giant QatarEnergy. The State-owned conglomerate signed a contract for 18 super-heavy, liquefied natural gas (LNG) tankers with QatarEnergy at a signing ceremony in Beijing, which was participated by Qatar’s Minister of … Continue reading CSSC announces historic deal with QatarEnergy

VW to invest $2.67b for expansion of Hefei hub

Volkswagen showcases the ID.3 at the Chengdu auto show in August. LI FUSHENG/CHINA DAILY Volkswagen is investing 2.5 billion euros ($2.67 billion) in China as the German car group celebrates its 40th anniversary in the world’s largest vehicle market. The investment will be spent on expanding its production and innovation hub in Hefei, Anhui province, … Continue reading VW to invest $2.67b for expansion of Hefei hub