Jiangsu has recently announced its 2024 list of proposed innovation consortia, selecting 10 initiatives from across the province. Among them, the Jiangsu New Energy Railway Locomotive Power System Technology Innovation Consortium, led by CRRC Qishuyan Locomotive Co., Ltd., stands as the sole representative of Changzhou. This achievement brings the city’s total number of provincial innovation consortia to two, further strengthening its role as a hub for technological advancement.
A collaborative effort for technological innovation
The consortium includes a wide range of stakeholders, such as CRRC Qishuyan Locomotive Co., Ltd., Liyang Zhongke Guneng New Energy Technology Co., Ltd., Greer Energy Technology (Changzhou) Co., Ltd., and local universities like Jiangsu University and Changzhou University. Together, they will focus on developing groundbreaking technologies in critical fields like new energy, electric power, and rail transportation.
Innovating for a greener future
The consortium’s work will center on low-carbon and zero-carbon engine technologies, dynamic battery systems for complex rail transport, high-power hydrogen fuel cells, and multi-source power system controls. These innovations are expected to push the rail transportation sector toward more sustainable, green solutions, enhance China’s global competitiveness, and speed up the practical application of research.
Reducing carbon emissions and advancing technology
Liu Jianhua, head of CRRC Qishuyan’s Planning and Technology Development Department, shared that the company has made impressive progress in its “Hydrogen Fuel Cell Hybrid Locomotive Development” project. This project, part of China’s “Strong Transportation Nation” initiative, has already led to a 30% reduction in carbon emissions compared to traditional locomotives with similar power. The technology has been deployed in both Changzhou and Chile, with ongoing efforts to refine the technology.
A breakthrough in power battery production
Liu also highlighted a major breakthrough in battery technology. One consortium member, Liyang Zhongke Guneng New Energy Technology, has developed the world’s first automated production line for sulfide solid electrolyte materials. This production line is capable of producing 100 tons annually, improving both product quality and safety.
Building stronger collaborative networks
Jiang Jieyan, deputy director of the Changzhou Economic and Technological Development Zone’s Science and Technology and Investment Promotion Bureau, emphasized the value of the innovation consortium model. By pooling resources and expertise, the consortium members are more likely to achieve breakthroughs that would be difficult to accomplish alone. This collaborative approach helps local companies stay at the cutting edge of technological innovation, giving them a competitive advantage in the global market.
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