Original Title: Notice from the Shanghai Municipal Commission of Economy and Information Technology on the Issuance of the "14th Five-Year Plan for the Development of Shanghai’s High-End Equipment Industry"
To the Economic and Information Technology Commissions and Commerce Commissions of All Districts:
In accordance with the guiding principles of the “14th Five-Year Plan for the Development of Shanghai’s Advanced Manufacturing Industry” and other relevant documents, and in order to fully advance the high-quality development of the city’s high-end equipment industry, we hereby issue the “14th Five-Year Plan for the Development of Shanghai’s High-End Equipment Industry” to you. Please ensure its thorough implementation.
Shanghai Municipal Commission of Economy and Information Technology
November 26, 2021
Shanghai High-End Equipment Industry Development 14th Five-Year Plan
The 14th Five-Year Plan period is a critical strategic phase for Shanghai to further deepen reform and opening-up, foster new drivers of development, and build new competitive advantages. The high-end equipment industry refers to an equipment sector characterized by high technological content, high value-added, and a high degree of digitalization. It is one of the six major high-end industrial clusters within the city’s advanced manufacturing sector and serves as a vital pillar for Shanghai to promote its “Four Major Brands,” strengthen its “Four Major Functions,” and accelerate the digital transformation of industries and the development of advanced manufacturing.In accordance with the “Outline of the 14th Five-Year Plan for National Economic and Social Development and Long-Range Objectives Through the Year 2035 of Shanghai” and the “14th Five-Year Plan for the Development of Shanghai’s Advanced Manufacturing Industry,” this plan is formulated to fully advance the high-quality development of the city’s high-end equipment industry.
I. Development Foundation
(1) Steady Improvement in Scale and Quality
During the 13th Five-Year Plan period, the scale of the city’s high-end equipment industry continued to expand, and its quality and capabilities steadily improved. In 2020, the industrial output value of the city’s high-end equipment industry reached 580 billion yuan, accounting for over 15% of the city’s total industrial output value.Smart manufacturing equipment has developed rapidly, with the industrial robot sector ranking first nationwide in scale; the comprehensive strength of the civil aerospace equipment sector has continued to grow, and a relatively complete commercial aircraft industrial chain centered on “COMAC” has basically taken shape; the scale of the civil shipbuilding and marine engineering equipment sector has continued to grow, with its comprehensive technical strength ranking first domestically; and progress has been made in new energy power generation equipment, with wind power equipment, photovoltaic equipment, smart grids, and energy storage forming new growth drivers.
(2) Continuous Breakthroughs in Key Areas
During the 13th Five-Year Plan period, the city’s high-end equipment industry achieved significant breakthroughs in key strategic areas. It developed the world’s longest fiberglass wind turbine blades, built the world’s most fuel-efficient 1,000 MW double-reheat ultra-supercritical power generation unit, and delivered China’s first domestically built polar research icebreaker;The C919 large passenger aircraft completed its maiden flight, design work on the CR929 wide-body passenger aircraft commenced, and the ARJ21 regional jet entered commercial service; the “Tianwen-1” orbiter was successfully developed; dual-five-axis mirror-image milling machines, positron emission tomography-computed tomography (PET-CT) systems, and ultra-large-diameter tunnel boring machines reached internationally advanced levels, and construction of a heavy-duty gas turbine testing base began.
(3) Continuous Optimization of the Industrial Ecosystem
During the 13th Five-Year Plan period, the city’s high-end equipment industry achieved remarkable results in the development of leading enterprises, flagship products, and model industrial parks. The comprehensive competitiveness of leading enterprises continued to strengthen, with 83 national and municipal-level enterprise technology centers established, 14 national-level smart demonstration factories created, 12 enterprises certified as “Shanghai Brands,” and four municipal-level manufacturing innovation centers formed.Significant achievements have been made in both “bringing in” and “going global” with major technological equipment. A range of products in sectors such as energy equipment, high-end ships, and port machinery have gained international acclaim, and more than 250 sets of equipment—including the first-of-their-kind models at both the international and domestic levels—have received municipal-level special recognition and support. Seven municipal-level characteristic industrial parks for high-end equipment have been launched, and the cluster development ecosystem in key sectors such as aviation, aerospace, shipbuilding, and robotics continues to improve.
During the 14th Five-Year Plan period, the development of Shanghai’s high-end equipment industry must seize the opportunities presented by the restructuring of the international industrial system, the integration and empowerment of emerging technologies, and the high-quality transformation and development of China’s manufacturing sector, thereby propelling the city’s advanced manufacturing industry to new heights.
II. General Requirements
(I) Guiding Principles
Guided by Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, we will fully implement the spirit of the 19th CPC National Congress and the second, third, fourth, fifth, and sixth plenary sessions of the 19th CPC Central Committee, as well as the spirit of General Secretary Xi Jinping’s series of important speeches during his inspection of Shanghai. We will implement the new development philosophy and the requirements for high-quality development, taking “high-end leadership and digital drive” as the main thread,we will ensure that technological upgrading and market demand mutually reinforce each other, and that innovation resources and industrial chains are deeply integrated. We will enhance the capabilities for independent control of high-end equipment, foundational support, integrated hardware and software, service value-added, and smart manufacturing; accelerate the digital transformation and green development of the industry; and improve the quality, efficiency, and core competitiveness of high-end equipment. This will provide crucial support for Shanghai’s efforts to build itself into a central node of the domestic economic circulation, a strategic link between domestic and international dual circulations, and to implement the strategy of building China into a manufacturing powerhouse.
(2) Development Guidelines
High-end Leadership, Systematic Advancement. Guided by the path of “high-end development,” we will grasp the cutting-edge trends in high-end equipment, focus on high-value and high-tech segments of the industrial and value chains, and elevate the levels of design, R&D, manufacturing, and system integration for high-end equipment. We aim to build several competitive industrial clusters for high-end equipment that reach world-class standards.
Digital-Driven, Integrated Development. Taking “digitalization” as the core driving force, we will comprehensively advance the digital transformation of the industry, deepen the integrated development of next-generation information technology and high-end equipment, build benchmark smart manufacturing factories, and achieve “dual-digital drive” through the digitalization of both equipment and production.
Focus on breakthroughs and strengthen the foundation. Support technological breakthroughs in key areas and critical segments of high-end equipment, leveraging strengths and addressing weaknesses to overcome key technological bottlenecks. Resolve the mismatch between the supply of core components and industrial development needs, enhance the industry’s foundational self-reliance and control capabilities, and achieve the goals of advancing the industrial foundation and modernizing the industrial chain.
Open Cooperation and Brand Building. Promote the “bringing in” and “going out” of high-end equipment, deeply integrate into and influence the global industrial chain layout, strengthen corporate cooperation, exchange, and collaborative technological innovation, foster a cohort of world-class enterprises and brands, establish the “Shanghai Manufacturing” brand for high-end equipment, and contribute to enhancing the city’s soft power.
(3) Development Goals
By 2025, the scale of the city’s high-end equipment industry will continue to expand, its comprehensive strength will steadily improve, emerging technologies will be deeply integrated, and foundational capabilities will be significantly enhanced, thereby initially establishing a globally influential innovation hub and source of core technologies for high-end equipment.
The industry’s level of development will be further elevated, driving the innovation and upgrading of competitive sectors such as smart manufacturing equipment, aerospace equipment, marine and offshore engineering equipment, and high-end energy equipment, while key sectors including energy-saving and environmental protection equipment, high-end medical equipment, and microelectronics equipment will experience rapid growth.Key sub-sectors will transition from “following” and “keeping pace” with international standards to “leading” the way. The industrial output value of the city’s high-end equipment sector will exceed 700 billion yuan, and the number of municipal-level specialty industrial parks will reach 20 or more.
Innovation capabilities will be further strengthened. Focusing on core components, integrated systems, and complete equipment sets for high-end machinery, 100 national and municipal-level enterprise technology innovation centers will be established, achieving over 300 breakthroughs in the first-of-a-kind production of key equipment and core components. R&D expenditure by enterprises above designated size will average over 2% of operating revenue.
Digital capabilities will be further enhanced. The integration of emerging technologies—such as 5G, artificial intelligence, the Industrial Internet, and big data—with high-end equipment will deepen. The application of new smart manufacturing models will become more widespread, and the digitalization of factories will advance further. More than 40 municipal-level smart factories in the high-end equipment sector will be established.
Key Development Indicators for the High-End Equipment Industry during the 14th Five-Year Plan Period
III. Key Areas
(1) Intelligent Manufacturing Equipment
Advance the development of smart manufacturing equipment based on the principle of “using demonstrations to drive applications, applications to drive integration, integration to drive equipment, and equipment to strengthen the foundation,” while strengthening breakthroughs in core equipment and system integration applications.
1. Robots
Focusing on scenario-driven development and core breakthroughs: First, promote the upgrading of industrial robots by developing high-precision industrial robots for applications in machining, assembly, welding, grinding, palletizing, sorting, and cleanroom environments. Achieve breakthroughs in collaborative robots with six or more axes and adaptive robots featuring flexible interaction and high anthropomorphism, ensuring comprehensive coverage of applications across the automotive, aerospace, shipbuilding and offshore engineering, consumer electronics, and integrated circuit industries.Second, expand the scale of service (special-purpose) robots. Develop service robot products for applications in cleaning, education, elderly care, entertainment, commercial services, and public services; promote the industrialization of orthopedic, endoscopic, and neurosurgical robots as well as rehabilitation robots; develop special-purpose robots for security patrols, diagnostic maintenance, emergency rescue, and agricultural production; and strengthen the integration of artificial intelligence technology with service robots.Third, achieve breakthroughs in core robot components by developing high-precision reducers, high-performance servo motors and drivers, high-speed high-performance controllers, high-precision sensors, and intelligent modules, thereby enhancing the reliability and performance stability of core robot joints.
2. High-End CNC Machine Tools
Focusing on high-end, independent, and specialized development, we will solidify the foundation of machine tools. First, we will develop precision CNC machining equipment, including compact, practical, and multi-functional machining centers; research and develop high-precision, high-flexibility CNC grinding machines, lathes, and laser processing equipment; and develop high-end CNC systems featuring multi-axis, multi-channel, high-precision interpolation, and dynamic compensation capabilities to enhance high-precision, high-speed, and high-efficiency machining capabilities.Second, we will intensify R&D efforts on core components, advancing the development of high-precision lead screws, low-noise guideways, long-life cutting tools, high-stability spindles, rotary tables, and tool magazines. We will also tackle the development of high-end servo systems and operating systems to improve manufacturing processes and technologies.Third, enhance line integration capabilities in the aerospace sector by developing high-precision mirror milling equipment, five-axis machine tools with large travel ranges and high spatial accuracy, and large-scale friction stir welding machines. Strengthen the ability to integrate specialized machine tools into production lines for typical aerospace structural components, complex and precision aerospace parts, and engine components.
3. Additive Manufacturing Equipment
With a focus on integrated applications and key breakthroughs, the first priority is to promote the development of key equipment. This includes prioritizing the development of non-metallic additive manufacturing equipment such as stereolithography (SLA) systems, selective laser sintering (SLS) systems, and fused deposition modeling (FDM) systems, as well as metal additive manufacturing technologies and equipment such as laser powder bed fusion, binder jetting, and metallurgical bonding of dissimilar metals.Second, we will strengthen the domestic substitution of core components by advancing the development of precision optical components such as high-power lasers, scanning mirrors, high-precision array nozzle print heads, and dynamic focusing mirrors, as well as the development of additive manufacturing design simulation software and workflow software, thereby enhancing domestic supply capabilities.
4. Intelligent Logistics and Warehousing Equipment
With a focus on application promotion and efficiency improvement: First, enhance the level of automation in intralogistics by developing high-end automated warehouse systems and automated handling and conveying systems, and promoting the application of intelligent logistics equipment such as mobile robots (AGVs, AMRs, etc.), unmanned vehicles, and drones.Second, we will enhance the digitalization of the distribution process by prioritizing the development of rapid picking, heavy-duty handling and stacking equipment, and logistics information software systems to provide efficient and timely storage, sorting, and distribution services for goods circulation. Third, we will promote the application of emerging technologies by strengthening the integration of barcode technology, radio frequency identification (RFID), positioning systems, and big data technology with smart logistics equipment to improve product traceability and management capabilities throughout the entire product lifecycle.
5. Intelligent Instruments, Meters, and Sensors
With a focus on precision and intelligence: First, develop smart instruments and control systems, including specialized instruments for online measurement, analysis, and monitoring in industries such as manufacturing, energy, rail transit, environmental protection, and scientific research, to improve the accuracy and efficiency of data collection; cultivate a group of “specialized, refined, distinctive, and innovative” enterprises specializing in control systems and automated instruments to enhance production, application, testing, and control capabilities, and drive the iterative upgrading of manufacturing execution systems.Second, we will develop new types of sensors, with a focus on high-precision, high-reliability sensors required for smart factories, consumer electronics, and high-end equipment; we will tackle advanced sensor technologies such as micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) and promote the commercialization of research achievements from scientific research institutes.
(2) Civil Aviation and Aerospace Equipment
Guided by strategic leadership, innovation-driven breakthroughs, digital empowerment, and open collaboration, we will comprehensively elevate the industrial capacity of the civil aerospace sector and build an integrated civil aerospace industrial system encompassing design, R&D, manufacturing, and operations.
1. Civil Aviation Equipment
Focusing on cluster development and system optimization: First, accelerate the development of the commercial aircraft industry by advancing the large-scale production and commercial operation of the ARJ21, ensuring stable mass production of the C919, and advancing the R&D and design of the CR929. Establish digital, flexible assembly lines and enhance capabilities in the development, testing, and maintenance of composite materials. Second, promote the development of general aviation aircraft and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), improve the R&D and manufacturing standards of general aviation aircraft and increase the rate of domestic production, and accelerate the development of new aircraft models;support the development of long-endurance, modular, and intelligent UAVs, and promote the demonstration and application of UAVs across multiple sectors. Third, strengthen the supporting infrastructure for commercial aero-engine systems, with a focus on key R&D efforts for the Changjiang 1000, 2000, and 500 series aero-engines, and improve technologies related to critical materials, additive manufacturing, air-film hole machining, coating preparation, and blade fabrication.Fourth, promote the independent development of airborne systems, focusing on breakthroughs in key technologies such as avionics systems and airborne embedded operating systems, and enhancing the level of self-reliance and control over core technologies. Fifth, improve supporting service and maintenance capabilities, strengthen airworthiness certification capabilities, enhance testing and verification service levels, and extend the value chain for high-value component maintenance, complete aircraft disassembly and repair, and leasing services.
2. Civil Space Equipment
With a focus on innovative development and digital efficiency, the first priority is to promote the development of the commercial space industry. This involves tackling key technologies for satellite network systems and conducting in-orbit technical verification, achieving breakthroughs in satellite design, development, network deployment and launch, and reusable launch vehicles, while building a comprehensive digital testing system;Develop cost-effective commercial launch vehicles, achieving breakthroughs in key technologies such as highly integrated electrical systems, highly reliable guidance and control, high-performance propulsion, and rapid testing and launch; establish low-cost commercial satellite mass production lines and pulsed launch vehicle final assembly and testing lines to meet the demands of efficient design, rapid iteration, and mass production.Second, promote the development of space information technology, focusing on breakthroughs in key technologies along the BeiDou industrial chain, and conducting research on multi-source fusion intelligent navigation and positioning technologies as well as precise spatiotemporal application data processing technologies; accelerate the integrated development of spatiotemporal information across “cloud, network, map, and terminal,” optimize the BeiDou Spatiotemporal Intelligence Cloud Platform, improve the BeiDou high-precision “One Network, One Map” system, and expand BeiDou spatiotemporal intelligence application terminals; advance the integrated development of “Satellite Internet + BeiDou + 5G,” and create demonstration scenarios for intelligent applications.Third, optimize the aerospace industry ecosystem by establishing a “dual-core, multi-point” industrial layout. This will foster an industrial cluster ecosystem that integrates key on-board components, space-to-ground system integration, ground stations and application terminals, comprehensive information services, and the R&D and mass production of complete satellites.Accelerate the construction of the commercial aerospace industry’s collaborative innovation platform and the satellite navigation and remote sensing data R&D and operations platform; promote demonstration applications such as the integration of “Unified Network Management + Spatial Information” technologies, low-Earth orbit satellite-drone communication applications, and civil aviation internet access applications.
(3) Civilian Ships and Offshore Engineering Equipment
Comprehensively enhance capabilities in independent R&D and design, component supply, and final assembly and manufacturing of high-end vessels and deep-water marine engineering equipment to support the national strategy of building a maritime power and establish an internationally renowned hub for the shipbuilding and marine engineering equipment industry.
1. Civilian Vessel Equipment
Focusing on targeting high-end markets and improving supporting capabilities: First, develop large high-tech vessels by strengthening the design, development, and final assembly of high-tech vessels such as large liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers, large cruise ships, ultra-large container ships, ultra-large liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) carriers, dual-fuel ships, advanced roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) ships, large bulk carriers, and government vessels, to build internationally leading brands.Second, we will strengthen the supporting industrial chain for high-end vessels. We will actively tackle key challenges in high-end marine engines, low-carbon and zero-carbon fuel application technologies, and green ship energy-saving and emission-reduction technologies, enhancing R&D, assembly, validation, and service capabilities for propulsion systems, auxiliary systems, and after-treatment systems. We will actively develop supporting industrial chains for LNG carriers and luxury cruise ships, enhancing domestic production capabilities for LNG storage, transportation, and cryogenic containment systems, as well as key cruise ship equipment and advanced materials.Third, we will strengthen the application of digital technologies, build an integrated information platform for ship design and construction, make every effort to develop proprietary ship design software, optimize discrete intelligent manufacturing production lines, promote the independent development of customized ship types, and lay the groundwork for next-generation intelligent ship technologies.
2. Offshore Engineering Equipment
With a focus on independent R&D and integrated systems, the first priority is to strengthen equipment for offshore oil and gas resource development, with a focus on breakthroughs in deepwater semi-submersible platforms, drilling ships, and floating production, storage, and offloading (FPSO) units. We will advance R&D and innovation in key oil and gas engineering systems and auxiliary equipment, including drilling systems, logging/well logging/cementing systems, subsea production systems, production platforms and surface support equipment, pipe-laying equipment, and dynamic positioning systems.Second, expand the scale of equipment for deep-sea and offshore resource utilization. Promote the development of large-scale deep-water and offshore aquaculture equipment and supporting facilities, and develop marine engineering derivative products such as deep-water aquaculture support vessels and offshore net pen aquaculture equipment;Focusing on polar scientific research, special transport, specialized operations, marine conservation, and emergency rescue, we will tackle key technologies for deep-sea and polar equipment and develop a series of marine engineering equipment, including heavy-duty icebreakers, deep-sea operation and maintenance support vessels, and multi-functional deep-sea and offshore rescue vessels; we will accelerate the establishment of a technical system for deep-sea mineral development equipment, with a focus on breakthroughs in deep-sea mining vessels, deep-sea mining machines, and conveyor systems.
(4) High-End Energy Equipment
In line with the major policy decisions on “carbon peaking and carbon neutrality,” develop high-end energy equipment such as clean and efficient power generation, smart grids, and advanced energy storage systems; accelerate the deployment of cutting-edge technologies, strengthen energy security safeguards, and enhance the capacity to provide efficient and green energy solutions.
1. Wind Power Equipment
With a focus on high-end transformation and digital applications, prioritize research and development of onshore low-wind-speed wind turbines, smart wind turbines, and high-efficiency direct-drive generator technologies; achieve breakthroughs in large-scale direct-drive offshore wind turbine technologies (10 MW and above) and deep-sea wind power technologies;Advance the R&D of ultra-long blades, the development of large-scale offshore wind power engineering equipment, and the localization of components; support enterprises in developing an integrated model of “wind power manufacturing + wind farm operation + engineering services,” and master key technologies for digital, unmanned wind farms.
2. Solar Equipment
Focusing on efficiency improvement and technological upgrades, achieve breakthroughs in large-scale high-efficiency reduction furnaces and large-size single-crystal furnaces; enhance the technical capabilities of back-passivated ALD equipment, high-throughput PECVD equipment, high-efficiency TOPCon and HJT cell coating equipment, and ion implantation systems; accelerate breakthroughs in new high-efficiency cell process equipment, new tandem cell equipment, and high-power module manufacturing equipment;Support the development of key equipment for solar thermal power plants, such as smart PV inverters.
3. Nuclear Power Equipment
Focusing on technological breakthroughs and capacity enhancement, improve manufacturing technologies for primary equipment of third-generation pressurized water reactor (PWR) nuclear power plants, and achieve the delivery of key equipment such as shaft-sealed main pumps and wet-wound motor-driven main pumps; conduct technological research and development in fields including nuclear power pumps and valves, electrical instrumentation and control, spent fuel reprocessing, general-purpose equipment, and materials, and achieve domestic application;Advance the development of main and auxiliary equipment for new reactor types such as multi-purpose small reactors and low-temperature heating reactors, as well as for the 600 MW demonstration fast reactor, 600 MW high-temperature gas-cooled reactor, thorium-based molten salt experimental reactor, and lead-based reactor; establish stable manufacturing capabilities for equipment components of reactor types including third-generation pressurized water reactors and fourth-generation high-temperature gas-cooled reactors.
4. Gas Turbine Equipment
Focusing on technology introduction and absorption as well as independent and controllable development, advance the development and industrialization of heavy-duty gas turbine engineering demonstrators; tackle the development of next-generation F-class, small F-class, and ultra-low-heat-value gas turbines; steadily advance the domestic manufacturing and application technology development of H-class gas turbines; and explore the development of hydrogen-combustion gas turbine technology routes;Vigorously develop industrial and marine gas turbines to establish a product series covering both light-duty and heavy-duty gas turbines.
5. Clean Thermal Power Equipment
Focusing on green efficiency and strengthening core competencies, promote big data-based remote operation and maintenance systems for coal-fired power plants; achieve breakthroughs in high-efficiency coal-fired power generation units capable of flexible operation across a wide load range, ultra-supercritical coal-fired units, and new high-parameter circulating fluidized bed boilers; conduct research and development on heat-resistant steel castings and forgings for ultra-supercritical thermal power generation, forgings for cryogenic engineering, and key components.
6. Smart Grid and Distributed Energy Equipment
Focusing on independent innovation and application promotion, we will advance the technological upgrading of UHV equipment, power transmission and distribution equipment, and smart substation equipment; develop core smart grid components such as energy routers, flexible DC grid circuit breakers, and micro-synchronous phasor measurement units;Develop environmentally friendly grid equipment such as eco-friendly gas-insulated switches and low-noise transformers/reactors; carry out the research, development, and application of domestically produced, independently controlled smart power terminals, chips, operating systems, and power electronic components; tackle cutting-edge energy storage technologies such as electrochemical energy storage, supercapacitor energy storage, and superconducting magnetic energy storage; develop high-density, high-reliability energy storage materials, energy storage devices, and power batteries; and promote demonstration projects for distributed energy storage equipment in practical scenarios.
7. Hydrogen Energy Equipment
Focusing on collaborative innovation and efficiency improvements to reduce costs, accelerate breakthroughs in key equipment for hydrogen production, storage, transportation, and refueling. Prioritize the development of efficient and green hydrogen production technologies, such as water electrolysis using renewable energy and hydrogen production from natural gas. Strengthen the research and development of high-pressure hydrogen storage tanks, hydrogen refueling nozzles, air compressors, hydrogen fuel cells, and related systems, and promote industrialization.
(V) Energy-Saving and Environmental Protection Equipment
With a focus on green efficiency and domestic supply, increase investment in core technology R&D, conduct certification and evaluation of green equipment, enhance the domestic production level and green competitiveness of energy-saving and environmental protection technology equipment, and contribute to achieving the goals of “carbon peaking and carbon neutrality.”
First, regarding high-efficiency energy- and water-saving equipment, we will enhance the technical standards of industrial and telecommunications energy-saving equipment; accelerate the development of heat pump and refrigeration technologies such as high-efficiency compressors and heat transfer fins; promote the application of high-efficiency electric motors, boilers, and compressor equipment; and conduct in-depth research on technologies and equipment such as low-temperature waste heat power generation, the coupling of low-temperature waste heat recovery with seawater desalination, and waste heat-based refrigeration;Develop water-saving processes and equipment, including the reuse of industrial wastewater, the replacement of high-water-consumption production processes, and intelligent water management and control; conduct research on water-saving technologies and equipment such as efficient cooling water circulation, wastewater reuse, tiered water quality utilization, and the reuse of circulating cooling water;Second, advanced environmental protection equipment: vigorously promote technologies and equipment for desulfurization, denitrification, fine particulate matter and volatile organic compound (VOC) treatment, and synergistic control of multiple pollutants; explore high-efficiency technologies such as adsorption using new nanomaterials and catalytic combustion; and enhance the performance of reverse osmosis membranes, ceramic membranes, and nanofiltration membranes;Develop water treatment technologies and equipment for the efficient treatment of high-salinity industrial wastewater, electroplating wastewater, and leachate from landfills; accelerate the localization of specialized engineering equipment for in-situ soil remediation; conduct research on groundwater pollution source tracing technologies and remediation materials; and promote the demonstration and application of low-cost, small-scale waste treatment systems for villages and towns, as well as equipment for reducing industrial packaging waste.Third, equipment for resource recycling: Develop technology and equipment for the dismantling of end-of-life vehicles, power batteries, and waste electrical and electronic equipment; tackle key technologies such as source reduction of industrial waste residue, impurity removal, structural reconstruction, and reinforced forming; and achieve breakthroughs in key generic technologies such as automated laser cladding, automated micro-beam plasma cladding, and in-service remanufacturing.
(6) High-End Medical Equipment
Focusing on strengthening core competencies and building brand recognition, we will promote the development of Shanghai’s high-end medical equipment toward digitalization, intelligentization, and self-reliance, comprehensively enhancing product reputation, brand recognition, and industry influence.
First, diagnostic and testing equipment: Develop high-end imaging diagnostic equipment, high-performance point-of-care testing devices, and new nucleic acid POCT detection systems, as well as key components such as high-energy X-ray tubes and flat-panel detectors for CT scanners; encourage the application of technologies such as big data and artificial intelligence to assist in diagnosis.Second, therapeutic, monitoring, and life-support equipment: Prioritize breakthroughs in equipment such as proton therapy systems for cancer, radiation therapy devices, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) machines, medical-grade wearable monitors, and high-end intelligent ECG navigation and treatment devices, and promote large-scale demonstration applications of key products.Third, implantable and interventional devices: Develop advanced implantable devices such as orthopedic implants, heart valves, venous stent systems, and biodegradable stents, as well as advanced interventional devices such as venous balloons and mechanical thrombectomy catheters. Encourage the application of new materials and 3D printing technologies to enhance biocompatibility and mechanical performance.Fourth, advanced pharmaceutical equipment: Support R&D and innovation in bioreactors, intelligent drug delivery systems, freeze-drying systems, integrated drug preparation systems, and core equipment, and promote their industrial application. Fifth, rehabilitation and assistive devices: Actively develop rehabilitation and assistive devices such as exoskeleton robots (for upper and lower limbs), care robots, and intelligent mobility aids, as well as rehabilitation training equipment utilizing virtual reality and brain-computer interfaces.
(7) Microelectronics Equipment
With a focus on self-reliance, controllability, and innovation-driven upgrades, accelerate the iteration and upgrading of microelectronics equipment, strengthen local component supply capabilities, and, centered on the needs of 12-inch production lines, initially establish a relatively comprehensive self-sufficient supply system for core integrated circuit equipment.
First, regarding integrated circuit equipment, we will target process steps such as lithography, etching, wet processing, deposition, ion implantation, and measurement and testing. We will advance the R&D of core products including advanced lithography systems, high-end etching systems, wafer cleaning equipment, ion implantation equipment, vapor deposition equipment, measurement and testing equipment, and advanced packaging equipment, achieving industrial breakthroughs in key processes;Strengthen domestic supply capabilities for core components and advance research and development efforts for optical, filtration, vacuum, motion, electronic control, sealing, and ceramic components. Second, regarding new display equipment, promote breakthroughs in the R&D of high-end lithography systems, organic material vapor deposition equipment, chemical vapor deposition (CVD) equipment, measurement equipment, optical alignment equipment, and screen mounting equipment for high-generation production lines, and enhance their cross-line applications in advanced processes across all generation production lines.
(8) Other High-End Equipment
With a focus on consolidating foundations and achieving comprehensive development, we will align with the development orientation of advanced manufacturing to establish high-tech, high-value-added equipment industries and build innovation hubs for multiple sectors of high-end equipment.
First, rail transit equipment: Establish an industrial chain for new-generation rail transit equipment, with a focus on developing core equipment for rail transit signaling, control, and power systems, and enhancing rail transit maintenance and repair service capabilities. Second, high-end construction machinery: Improve the digitalization level of equipment such as large-scale port machinery, tunnel boring machinery, lifting machinery, excavation machinery, and pile-driving machinery, and promote the application of new technologies such as autonomous driving, remote operation, and multi-system coordination.Third, agricultural machinery: Develop intelligent agricultural machinery, agricultural robots, agricultural drones, and intelligent control systems for protected agriculture, accelerating the shift toward intelligent and autonomous agricultural machinery.Fourth, emergency rescue equipment: research and develop intelligent equipment for security, rescue, and geological detection, and advance the development of special-purpose vehicles and aircraft for firefighting and rescue operations. Fifth, other high-tech, high-value-added equipment: develop high-end elevators, advanced pumps and valves, special-purpose cables, hydraulic components, and various types of advanced specialized equipment, to build a high-end equipment industry hub with a complete range of product categories and a comprehensive system.
IV. Spatial Layout
Implementing Shanghai’s new spatial framework of “radiating from the center, with both wings taking off,New Towns Gaining Momentum, and North-South Transformation,” and integrate with the integrated industry-city development of the “Five New Towns.” We will implement a “1+2+N” industrial layout for high-end equipment, with the China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone Lingang New Area serving as the core zone for innovation and manufacturing, the Yangtze River Development Belt and the Bay Area Development Belt as the two major collaborative development belts, and multiple specialized industrial clusters in the central zone as demonstration development areas.
(1) “1” — Lingang Core Zone
We will fully leverage the core strengths of the Lingang New Area, prioritizing the development of microelectronics equipment, civil aviation equipment, shipbuilding and offshore engineering equipment, high-end energy equipment, and high-end construction machinery. By focusing on the high-end segments of industrial and value chains and enhancing global resource allocation capabilities, we will establish a strategic growth pole for the city’s high-end equipment sector.
(2) “2” — The Yangtze River Development Corridor and the Bay Area Development Corridor
In accordance with the principles of coordinated planning and mutual reinforcement, two major high-end equipment clusters—the Yangtze River Development Belt and the Bay Area Development Belt—will be established. The Yangtze River Development Belt primarily covers Pudong New Area, Baoshan District, Jiading District, and Chongming District, with a focus on industries such as smart manufacturing equipment, civil aviation equipment, shipbuilding and offshore engineering equipment, high-end energy equipment, and high-end medical equipment.The Bay Area Development Belt primarily includes Fengxian District and Jinshan District, with a focus on industries such as smart manufacturing equipment, civil aviation equipment, and high-end energy equipment.
(3) “N” — Specialized Industrial Clusters in the Central Area
In accordance with the development principles of building a strong brand and serving as a model and leader, distinctive industrial clusters will be formed in the Central Zone. These clusters primarily encompass multiple high-end equipment industry clusters and industrial parks located in the central urban area, Minhang District, Songjiang District, and Qingpu District. Efforts will focus on building a hub for the aggregation of upstream and downstream industrial chain ecosystems, with a focus on industries such as smart manufacturing equipment, civil aerospace equipment, high-end energy equipment, and energy-saving and environmental protection equipment.
V. Key Projects
Guided by the theme of “High-End Leadership and Digital Drive,” and with the “Dual Digitalization and Five Highs” initiative as the focal point, we will fully advance the high-quality development of the city’s high-end equipment industry.Focusing on digitalized equipment to integrate smart advantages; focusing on digitalized production to enhance manufacturing advantages; focusing on high-level innovation to strengthen leadership advantages; focusing on high-value industrial chains to solidify systemic advantages; focusing on high-standard brands to consolidate market advantages; focusing on high-quality platforms to reinforce support advantages; and focusing on high-level collaboration to aggregate resource advantages.
(1) Digital Equipment Integration Project
Enhance the application of digital technologies to empower the digital upgrade of high-end equipment through next-generation information technologies. Develop big data collection, analysis, and processing technologies—such as cloud computing and edge computing for equipment—to transform equipment “data flows” into “value flows,” thereby achieving equipment digitization and intelligent operation and maintenance. Improve the integration of artificial intelligence by promoting the convergent development of next-generation AI technologies with high-end equipment, and accelerate the implementation of technologies such as deep learning, human-machine interaction, and semantic recognition in industrial settings.Improve the integration of intelligent components, enhance the integration capabilities of intelligent control systems, detection instruments, and actuators, and improve the responsiveness, stability, and reliability of equipment operation; increase the accuracy of machine vision, force-sensing components, and LiDAR recognition and analysis to achieve functions such as precise detection, positioning, and navigation in specific scenarios.
(2) Digital Production Enhancement Project
Implement the Smart Manufacturing Action Plan, accelerate the construction of smart factories, and promote the deep integration of new digital, networked, and intelligent technologies with the R&D, design, production, manufacturing, warehousing, logistics, and operation and maintenance services of high-end equipment; advance the digital transformation of equipment enterprises, with a focus on empowering them through digital technologies such as 5G, the Industrial Internet, digital twins, and VR/AR; cultivate new models of smart manufacturing and support the convergence and interconnectivity of information technology (IT) networks and operational technology (OT) networks.Expand the ranks of system integrators; encourage high-end equipment enterprises to expand into smart manufacturing system integration services and enhance their capacity to provide comprehensive system solutions; cultivate more than 15 system integrators with annual revenue reaching the 1 billion yuan level and possessing industry-leading capabilities; and support system integrators in expanding their markets and accelerating their global footprint.Improve the level of basic processing technologies and enhance the precision machining capabilities of complete smart manufacturing systems and CNC machine tool processing systems. Through multidimensional improvements—including parameter optimization, feedback compensation, intelligent iteration, and process simulation—we will create a range of flexible and efficient smart production and processing systems, production lines, and workshops; encourage the efficient and green development of industries such as forging, casting, heat treatment, and electroplating.
(3) High-Level Innovation Leadership Project
Strengthen collaborative innovation efforts, increase support for the development of cutting-edge technologies in high-end equipment and the breakthrough of key technologies, and enhance the industry’s overall capacity for independent innovation; promote collaborative innovation among industry, academia, research institutions, and end-users to accelerate the industrialization of scientific research achievements; explore multi-party cooperation models involving original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), equipment manufacturers, and research institutions to establish a set of “pilot and trial” innovation mechanisms and practical outcomes.Accelerate the cultivation of innovation entities; focus on key directions to establish several national and municipal-level manufacturing innovation centers to tackle common technical challenges, conduct compatibility testing and verification, and facilitate the transfer, diffusion, and demonstration of research outcomes; encourage leading enterprises to establish industrial technology research institutes and enterprise technology centers to undertake major scientific and technological projects and engineering tasks, thereby driving integrated innovation across the entire industrial chain; support the growth of specialized, refined, innovative, and distinctive small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in key sectors to achieve breakthroughs in multiple critical technological areas.Strengthen the development of the standards system by supporting local enterprises, research institutes, and industry associations in researching and formulating industry standards and group standards for the high-end equipment sector, and accelerating the integration of innovative technologies into these standards; establish high-end equipment industry testing, inspection, and certification bodies with international influence; and encourage enterprises and institutions to lead or participate in the formulation of international standards in relevant fields to enhance global influence.
(4) High-Value Industrial Chain Consolidation Project
Enhance the strength of industrial chains by supporting a group of “chain-leading” enterprises at key nodes of advantageous industrial chains, developing technologies and products with dominant influence within the chain, and driving the overall improvement of upstream and downstream sectors through a “point-to-chain” approach;Encourage leading enterprises to strengthen the demonstration and application of domestically produced components and optimize supply chain integration, thereby increasing the localization rate of core software and hardware. Consolidate the industrial chain foundation by implementing an industrial foundation revitalization project focused on the “Five Foundations” (basic materials, basic components and parts, basic manufacturing processes and equipment, basic industrial software, and basic technical testing and inspection systems). This initiative aims to overcome fundamental shortcomings and bottlenecks, and win the critical battle for the advanced development of industrial foundations and the modernization of industrial chains.Promote the extension of industrial chains by developing service-oriented manufacturing models such as shared manufacturing, personalized customization, and full-lifecycle management; expand the scale of production-oriented services including R&D and design, inspection and testing, and intelligent operation and maintenance; broaden integrated turnkey contracting business based on resource integration; and encourage the extension of industrial and value chains from the manufacturing end to the service end.
(5) High-Standard Brand Excellence Project
Cultivate renowned enterprises with strong core competitiveness. Encourage leading enterprises to strengthen their strengths, expand product varieties, improve quality, and build brands; benchmark against international standards, closely monitor trends, and scale up operations to form a cohort of high-end equipment leaders with international influence, striving for global market leadership. Create renowned products with high market recognition. Support key enterprises in expanding and strengthening their flagship products, iteratively upgrading quality and performance, and enhancing market visibility, recognition, and reputation;Accelerate the development of forward-looking, strategic, and innovative product lines, and explore new technologies, products, and application scenarios. Promote breakthroughs and applications of first-of-a-kind equipment, support enterprises in actively conducting independent R&D and innovation for such equipment, strengthen two-way cooperation between supply and demand, and expand market demonstration and application.
(6) High-Quality Industrial Park Construction Project
Develop distinctive industrial parks. Focusing on competitive sectors such as smart manufacturing, aerospace, and shipbuilding and offshore engineering, we will establish a number of high-quality, specialized industrial parks. We will optimize park infrastructure, strengthen brand management, increase economic density within the parks, and promote the clustering of related industries, thereby fostering high-quality industrial development through the construction of high-standard parks. Establish industrial internet platforms. We will support equipment manufacturing enterprises in building vertical-industry industrial internet platforms to provide users with services such as remote maintenance, fault prediction, and performance optimization;Support the establishment of collaborative manufacturing platforms to promote equipment interconnectivity, achieve the collaborative sharing and flexible allocation of production capacity, and guide small and medium-sized equipment enterprises to adopt cloud-based and platform-based solutions. Promote the deployment of new infrastructure, including new-generation communication base stations, hydrogen refueling stations, smart charging piles/battery swap stations, and “optical-storage-charging” new energy storage facilities; advance the demonstration and upgrading of Internet of Things (IoT), smart grid, and smart energy scenarios.
(7) High-Level Collaborative Development Project
Promote the coordinated development of industrial chains in the Yangtze River Delta. Focusing on key sectors of high-end equipment, strengthen cooperation between Shanghai and key upstream and downstream enterprises in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Anhui to build a robust and stable regional supply chain complementary system; encourage enterprises to engage in joint research and development and paired cooperation to facilitate the cross-regional flow of resources such as technology, talent, products, and capital.Strengthen cooperation in domestic supply chain planning; deepen exchanges and cooperation with key domestic cities, industrial parks, and enterprises; encourage leading enterprises to expand their domestic industrial and supply chain footprints; enhance industrial technology spillover effects; and serve the national supply-side structural reform and the grand circulation ecosystem.Encourage both “bringing in” and “going out,” focusing on strengthening the capacity for international resource allocation in the high-end equipment sector and introducing and absorbing advanced overseas technologies; support relevant enterprises and institutions in establishing international R&D centers and joint laboratories to promote global technological exchange and cooperation; support major overseas projects and major technological equipment in “going out” to secure a voice in international markets; and support industrial parks and enterprises in foreign investment and cooperation to intensify efforts in developing overseas markets.
VI. Support Measures
(1) Aligning with National Major Strategies
Actively implement national strategic deployments and fully support the establishment of national-level major projects for high-end equipment, functional platforms, and headquarters of central state-owned enterprises; encourage local enterprises to undertake various national special tasks and pilot demonstration projects, and implement relevant industrial support policies such as insurance for the first-of-a-kind major technical equipment and tax policies for the import of key components of major technical equipment.
(2) Strengthening Policy Coordination
Strengthen policy coordination across industrial, fiscal, tax, and land sectors to leverage synergistic effects and enhance policy guidance. Implement the city’s special policies for high-quality industrial development, adopting a multi-pronged approach focused on breakthroughs in first-of-a-kind high-end equipment, smart manufacturing demonstrations, and industrial infrastructure revitalization to support key technological R&D and major project construction in the high-end equipment sector.
(3) Enhance the Capabilities of Financial Services
Leverage the catalytic role of industrial funds to channel various forms of social capital toward corporate innovation activities and support high-end equipment innovation enterprises in listing on the STAR Market; encourage commercial banks to increase credit allocation in key areas and design tailored financial service products; and encourage enterprises to explore new models of industry-finance integration, such as supply chain finance and equipment financial leasing.
(4) Strengthening Talent Development
Promote the close integration of talent recruitment and cultivation with industrial transformation and upgrading to attract leading global talent and technical teams in the high-end equipment sector; support collaboration between Shanghai’s higher education institutions and leading enterprises to advance the development of relevant disciplines and the integration of industry and education, with a focus on strengthening the training of interdisciplinary, multi-skilled professionals; establish a number of skills training bases to expand the talent pool for the high-end equipment industry; and optimize the city’s talent structure to form a tiered pool of innovative talent capable of meeting industrial development needs.
(5) Promoting the Optimization of the Industrial Ecosystem
Leverage the government’s role in serving enterprises more proactively, precisely addressing corporate needs to create a more favorable business environment; enhance the role of industry organizations and industrial alliances in driving industrial development; implement targeted and precise investment promotion to foster the aggregation of global innovation resources; and improve the intellectual property protection system to stimulate the innovative vitality of small and medium-sized manufacturing enterprises.
