China's first onshore testing platform for offshore wind turbines put into use

China's first full-scale onshore testing platform for offshore wind turbines was put into use on Thursday in east China's Fujian Province, showcasing world-leading abilities.

Consisting of multiple cutting-edge equipment, the platform can simulate complex offshore working environments of wind turbines to test their quality and performance, with a maximum simulation capacity of 27.5 megawatts (MW).

"The experimental platform can provide 35 meganewton-meters (MNm) of torque, which is the largest capacity among all platforms worldwide. This means that we can simulate a force environment for the world's largest-set wind turbines, whose capacities are 20 megawatts, under the effect of a level 18 typhoon to test their performance," said Qin Shiyao, deputy director of the New Energy Institute under the China Electric Power Research Institute.

To improve its adaptability, researchers developed adjusting systems to fit turbines of different angles.

"Since the pitch angles of the offshore wind turbines being tested vary for each model, we have developed a system that integrates hydraulics, electrical components, and control, allowing us to freely adjust the 1,200-ton motor within a range of 6 to 10 degrees, with an adjustment precision of 0.01 degrees. This has never been achieved internationally," said Xue Yang, head of the Offshore Wind Power Digitalization Technology Laboratory, Fuzhou Branch of China Electric Power Research Institute.

Different from previous on-the-spot testing methods, the platform provides a controllable and more comprehensive environment to test the performance of wind turbine under extreme winds, significantly shortening the time.

"In the past, our tests were mainly carried out by installing turbines offshore, and the testing was highly dependent on weather conditions. With this test platform, we can more comprehensively test the operational conditions of wind turbines. The original testing time, which took half a year to a year, can now be shortened by more than half," said Xue.

Researchers are also planning to upgrade the platform with digital technologies, aiming to facilitate the development of new-type wind turbines.

"We are also building a digital twin platform that will help verify and optimize the design and development of wind turbines. In the future, it will also support the development of larger-capacity turbines," said Xue.

China's first onshore testing platform for offshore wind turbines put into use

China's first onshore testing platform for offshore wind turbines put into use

Attendees at a China Media Group (CMG) event expressed enthusiasm for the growing trend of Chinese brands moving up the global value chain, producing and marketing high-quality products that are redefining the image of China-made products.

The CMG's CCTV business channel recorded its New Year's Eve Speech program at the National Aquatics Center in Beijing on Thursday evening. The event invited business leaders from prominent Chinese manufacturing enterprises to share their experiences in expanding into global markets.

"When Chinese brands go global, what people truly experience is a transformation in their quality of life. In product development, we prioritize meeting consumer needs through technological innovation. Gree's slogan is 'Made in China, Loved by the World.' We want people to understand China through the use of our products," said Dong Mingzhu, chairwoman of Gree Electric Appliances, a leading home appliance giant.

Other speakers shared their insights on the globalization process of Chinese brands, emphasizing how innovation and quality have enabled Chinese companies to make a global impact and demonstrate their international competitiveness.

As part of this globalization process, Chinese enterprises are actively integrating into local communities and contributing to the development of local industrial chains.

"In recent years, we have focused on the domestic market while expanding internationally, working tirelessly to enhance the global influence of Chinese clothing brands and amplify China's voice in international fashion. With China's growing overall strength, Chinese brands are now accelerating their movement toward the mid-to-high end of global value chains. We firmly believe that in the future, more Chinese brands will step onto the global stage," said Gao Dekang, founder and chairman of Bosideng, one of China's leading clothing brands.

The program will be broadcast at 22:30 on December 31st, New Year's Eve.

CMG event highlights global competitive edge of Chinese brands