According to data from the General Administration of Customs and industry research institutions, China's total power equipment exports in January-February 2025 reached 13.955 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 32.64%, of which transformer exports increased by 67.87%, insulators increased by 35.51%, and circuit breakers increased by 22.25%. Global grid investment is expected to exceed US$450 billion in 2025, doubling from 2020, with ultra-high voltage (>230kV) investment accounting for more than 25%. The markets in Africa, the Middle East and Southeast Asia have grown significantly, and Europe and North America have strong demand for smart grid equipment, driving the continued expansion of China's power equipment exports.
Investment in renewable energy in the African market continues to heat up. The South African government recently approved several large-scale photovoltaic power station projects with a total installed capacity of more than 500MW, which are expected to be connected to the grid in 2026. Chinese companies have successfully won bids for multiple sections with their cost-effective components and EPC experience. Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda jointly launched a cross-border high-voltage transmission project, using 400kV technical standards to promote regional power trading. The project has a strong demand for high-voltage cables, insulators and intelligent substation equipment.
Photovoltaic storage projects in the Middle East market are accelerating. Saudi Arabia plans to achieve 58GW of photovoltaic installed capacity by 2030, and the new installed capacity is expected to reach 12GW in 2024. Chinese photovoltaic companies are accelerating the layout of localized production capacity to meet market demand. Dubai launched the world's largest photovoltaic storage integrated project (1.2GW photovoltaic + 800MWh energy storage), using Chinese inverters and energy storage systems, and is expected to be put into operation in 2027.
Under the wave of global energy transformation and grid upgrades, the export of power equipment will continue to maintain strong growth. Our company will grasp the infrastructure needs in Africa and the Middle East, strengthen new energy business, expand the "photovoltaic + energy storage" solution, target photovoltaic storage projects in Africa and the Middle East, and accelerate the breakthrough in the European and American markets, speed up the UL and CSA certification process, adapt to NEMA standards, and enhance market competitiveness.
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On March 25, 2025, the 34th DistribuTECH exhibition in the United States, the world's top power transmission and distribution industry event, opened grandly at the Dallas Convention and Exhibition Center. As a power equipment export company with deep roots in the African, Middle Eastern and Asian markets, our team brought core products such as Pole Mounted Transformer, Pad Mounted Transformer, Cutout, Surge Arrester, and other core products to the stage. They also simultaneously displayed innovative applications such as power fittings, clamps, switches, etc., comprehensively displaying efficient and intelligent power solutions customized for the European and American markets, marking the company's market globalization strategy entering a new stage.
Among the core products exhibited this time, the pad mounted transformer uses an amorphous alloy core, and the no-load loss is 65% lower than that of traditional silicon steel sheets, which meets the US UL energy efficiency standards; integrated temperature monitoring and remote-control systems support seamless connection with smart grids and adapt to North American AMI (Advanced Metering Infrastructure) requirements. Applied to distributed energy access in urban power distribution networks and industrial and commercial parks. The pole mounted transformer is fully sealed, dustproof, and waterproof with IP67 rating, and can withstand extreme climates of -40℃ to 45℃; the compact structure saves space and is designed for the transformation of old power grids and rural electrification. Cutout fuses are available in two versions: porcelain insulators and polymer composite materials, with a short-circuit breaking capacity of 16kA; equipped with a visible break indicator to reduce the operating risks of operation and maintenance personnel. The surge arrester zinc oxide valve plate residual pressure ratio is reduced by 20%, and the response time is ≤25ns, meeting the IEEE C62.11 standard.
DistribuTECH is a key step to open the European and American markets. We will continue the quality gene of zero failures in previous projects with "non-standard experience + European and American standards" and help the energy transformation of Europe and the United States with customized and cost-effective solutions. "
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In March 2025, our company's high-standard power equipment testing laboratory was officially put into use. The laboratory is equipped with a full set of intelligent testing equipment, covering 6 major categories such as wires and cables, transformers, insulators, and distribution cabinets, and 200+ key performance tests to ensure that every product going overseas is "delivered with zero defects" and help customers cope with global complex working conditions such as high temperature, high humidity, and salt spray.
The tensile testing machine (0-500kN) simulates 30 years of wind vibration and ice loads, and tests the tensile strength and fatigue life of steel-core aluminum stranded wire, pull rods, and pre-twisted wires; the wire clamp grip test is accurate to ±1%, eliminating the hidden danger of "slippage" of transmission lines.
The AC withstand voltage test device (100kV) simulates lightning strikes and operating overvoltages, and detects the partial discharge of insulators and bushings (≤5pC is qualified); the DC high-voltage generator (±200kV) verifies the insulation stability of cables and lightning arresters in humid and dirty environments.
No matter you are in the African desert, the Southeast Asian rainforest or the Middle Eastern oil field, Seatrust Power will always be your reliable "quality gatekeeper".
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On March 17, 2025, our company welcomed a technical delegation from the Rwanda OAF & RICA project to conduct a week-long factory acceptance test (FAT) on core products such as disconnectors, transformers, stay rods, preformed armor rods, clamps, insulators, cables, and steel strands. This acceptance marks the entry of the project into the critical stage before delivery. This critical stage ensures that all deliverables meet the strict technical specifications and operational requirements for Rwanda's power infrastructure upgrade. The two parties have injected solid guarantees for Rwanda's power grid upgrade through zero-distance technical verification.
The head of the Rwandan delegation said: "The OAF & RICA project is an important part of Rwanda's rural electrification plan. The power equipment tailored for complex terrain has demonstrated excellent engineering adaptation capabilities. The rigorous process of this FAT makes us full of confidence in the implementation of the project."
This cooperation is not only product delivery, but also a microcosm of our company's implementation of the "African Energy Partnership Program", which will accelerate the realization of Rwanda's goal of universal electrification by 2035 and illuminate millions of households.
On March 17, 2025, with the completion of the sealing of the last batch of containers, our company's customized power equipment for South Sudan's 33kV substation and power distribution expansion project was officially shipped. The eight major categories of products shipped this time, including disconnectors, transformers, steel strands, insulators, etc., will be used to upgrade the country's main power grid, which is expected to benefit 120,000 people in three provinces and promote the stability of regional industrial and commercial power supply by more than 40%.
The product list is as follows：
1.36kv Line Disconnector
2.36kv Motorized Line Disconnector
3.Cross arm HD-1
4.Terminal connector for substation Lightning arrestors
5.ACSR Zebra aluminum conductor plus steel reinforced a total cross section of 1*480mm2
6.Power cables (1 x 300 sqmm, Cu./XLPE/ Cu. Wire Screen/PVC, Armored 19.053 / 33 / (36) kV)
7.Power cables (1 x 300 sqmm, Cu./XLPE/ Cu. Wire Screen/PVC, Armored 19.053 / 33 / (36) kV)
8.MV Over Head AAAC Bare Conductor -1*185
9.Insulated Aluminum conductor 1*50mm2 for pole earthing
10.(4*4 sq mm)Copper Armored AC-Cable
11.(3x2.5 sq mm) Copper Armored AC-Cable
12.(4x10 sq mm) Copper Armored AC-Cable
13.(2x6 sq mm) DC Copper Armored Cable
14.(2x4 sq mm) DC Copper Armored Cable
15.(4x4 sq mm) CT Copper Armored Cable
16.(4x4 sq mm) VT Copper Armored Cable
17.(12X2.5 sq mm) control Copper Armored Cable
18.(7X2.5 sq mm) control Copper Armored Cable
19.1x70 sqmm ,Single core, PVC insulated Stranded Copper Earth cable
20.1x70 sqmm ,Single core, Stranded bare Copper Earth cable
21.36kv Voltage Transformers single Pole
22.Lightining Arrester HY10w-33
23.Martialin Box for line 1 & 2
24.Stay insulator
25.Out door Heat shrinkable termination kit for 1*300mm2
26.Earthing rod Φ16*1000 copper ro
27.Brass Clamp for 35-70 mm2
28.Cable tray(400mm*50mm)
29.Preformed armor rods
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In order to respond to the needs of overseas customers more intuitively, focus on the essence of the product, and create a "visible and tangible" product selection experience, our company's newly upgraded power equipment sample room will be officially opened in March 2025!
Abandoning complicated decorations, with "intuitive display + functional focus" as the core, through the design of perforated board modular display wall, scene-based booths, etc., six major categories of products such as wires and cables, power fittings, insulators, etc. are concentratedly presented, allowing customers to "understand the specifications at a glance and feel the quality at first hand".
The 12-meter-long modular perforated board wall system displays more than 200 standard parts of power fittings and insulators. From tension clamps to suspension couplings, from porcelain insulators to composite crossarms, all products are displayed in open hanging. You can freely take and place samples, and compare the casting process, connection structure and surface treatment differences of different models through real objects.
In the central display area, we use industrial-grade crystal resin sealing technology to make permanent specimens of the cross sections of 35 types of wires and cables. Through the magnifying glass device, the conductor twisting tightness, insulation layer thickness and shielding layer weaving process can be clearly observed. Each specimen is equipped with a concise technical signboard, marking key parameters such as model specifications, conductivity, temperature resistance level, etc.
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Recently, the African energy market has continued to send growth signals. According to the outcome document of the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, China pledged to add 30 new clean energy projects in Africa in the next three years, focusing on supporting photovoltaic, wind power and grid infrastructure upgrades. Data from the World Resources Institute shows that 600 million people in sub-Saharan Africa still face power shortages and are in urgent need of efficient power transmission and distribution equipment and renewable energy solutions. Against this background, China-Africa power cooperation projects are accelerating. For example, Ethiopia is improving the power supply capacity in remote areas through rural power grid transformation, and its demand for power poles, hardware and cables has increased significantly.
At the same time, in order to attract foreign investment, many African countries have introduced incentive policies, including tax exemptions, localized production subsidies and credit enhancement financing mechanisms to reduce corporate investment risks. There are also two major trends in the construction of African power grids:
1.Intelligent transformation: The demand for smart meters, remote meter reading systems and distribution network automation equipment has surged, promoting the application of power Internet of Things technology.
2.Green standard improvement: International organizations require power equipment to comply with environmental protection standards such as IEC and ASTM, and insulators, power hardware, etc. must have corrosion resistance and high insulation performance.
The wave of energy transformation in Africa has brought historic opportunities to power equipment export companies. At the same time, our company will continue to focus on technological advantages and localized services to provide African customers with cost-effective and highly reliable products, and support the "African Light Belt" plan and rural electrification goals. We welcome global partners to inquire about cooperation and jointly explore the new blue ocean of green energy!
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In order to meet the company's rapid business expansion needs and further enhance its global service capabilities, Zhejiang Seatrust Power Co., Ltd. officially moved to a new office address: #5 Building #555 Juchao Road, CITIC Valley Zone B，Jiangkou Fenghua, Ningbo, China(original address: Room 1002, Hengye Building, Southern Business District, Yinzhou District, Ningbo City, Zhejiang Province). The total area of the new office area is nearly ten times larger than the original site, the functional zoning is fully optimized, and a special area for power equipment sample display is specially added, dedicated to providing global customers with a more efficient and intuitive cooperation experience.
1. Highlights of the new site: Professional layout, enabling global power trade
The new office area integrates business office, product display, and technical negotiation, fully reflecting the company's "professional, innovative, and customer-oriented" business philosophy:
Sample display area: Displays the company's core export products, including power fittings, high and low voltage cables, transformers, intelligent distribution cabinets, composite insulators, etc., supporting physical operation demonstrations and scenario-based solution explanations.
Multi-functional conference center: Equipped with multimedia equipment, it can accommodate 30 technical seminars to meet the needs of cross-border project docking, product training, etc.
Customer reception area: adopts an open design, provides "one-to-one" customized services, and improves negotiation efficiency.
2. Location advantage upgrade: industrial core area, more convenient to visit
The new site is located in the core area of the intelligent manufacturing industry in Fenghua District, Ningbo City, close to Yongjin Expressway and Ningbo Ring Expressway, and only 25 minutes' drive from Ningbo Lishe International Airport, making it more convenient for customers at home and abroad to visit.
The park gathers upstream and downstream enterprises in the new energy industry chain, which is convenient for technological collaborative innovation and resource integration.
From Yinzhou to Fenghua, what has changed is the coordinates, but what remains unchanged is our mission of "connecting the world and lighting up the future". We look forward to discussing cooperation and expanding the market with you at the new site, and injecting Chinese power into the construction of global power infrastructure!
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From January 12 to 20, South Sudan JEDCO visited us to conduct factory acceptance testing for the South Sudan substation project. The substation project is located in Juba, the capital of South Sudan, with a total area of about 0.947 square kilometers. A 25-kilometer 33 kV double-circuit transmission line was built to connect to the Juba City Network 33 kV substation.
The main purpose of the customer's visit was to verify whether the function and performance of the system met the design specifications and contract requirements before it left the factory. By testing at the manufacturer's factory, problems can be identified and resolved early, reducing the need to debug and repair the system after it is installed in the field.
The product list is as follows：
1. Lightning arrestors
2. 36kv Voltage Transformers single Pole
3. 36kv Motoraized Line Disconnector
4. 36kV Circuit Breakers
5. Power Cable and Conductor for Switchyard
6. Conductor
7. Control cable and AC/DC cable Switchyard
8. Earthing System accessories for Switchyard
9. MV accessory
10. Transformer
11. Cable Glands
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Our team went to Milan to attend the Enlit Europe exhibition from October 22 to 24, where we exhibited various power accessories products, including:
Power accessories:
Connection accessories
Line accessories
Clamps
Splicing accessories
Insulators
Pole assemblies
Fasteners
Cross arms
Cable accessories
Earthing materials
and so on
Transformer and panel distribution
11/33 kV oil-immersed transformers
11/33kV dry-type transformers
and so on
Power cables:
Bare conductors
ABC cables
Power cables
Instrument cables
and so on
At the exhibition, we received power-related customers from Italy, Hungary, Poland, Cote d’Ivoire and other countries, and discussed many details about the business. After the exhibition, we visited customers in Serbia and had in-depth discussions with them about future projects and developed new connections.
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Two days ago, customers from Benin, West Africa, visited us for new tender preparation purposes. The first stop was our company's sample room, where our technician Tian Shaodong briefly introduced our company's best-selling overseas power products. After visiting the sample room, the customer expressed great interest in our production factory. Accompanied by General Manager Hu Jidong and Marketing Manager of West Africa Aaron, the customer visited our transformer factory in Ningbo. We have exchanged ideas for the product solution and commercial cooperation after the factory visit, we believe that our first cooperation will be ushered in soon.
With the further advancement of my country's "One Belt, One Road" initiative, the cooperation between Benin and my country has become increasingly close, which also provides a good trade environment for our future cooperation.
Here, we also welcome more customers to visit and communicate, and we look forward to your arrival!
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Last week, our Rwandan customer we have been in contact with came to our factory for a week-long factory visit. Accompanied by our general manager Hu Jidong and sales director Zhang Feicui(Ms.Paris), he visited the production factories in Ningbo and Yixing successively and gained an in-depth understanding of the production process and manufacturing technology of our factory. "I believe that the products produced in such a factory must be what we want most." The Rwandan customer generously expressed high affirmation of the standardization and efficiency of the power equipment production in our factory.
After visiting the factory, the customer immediately negotiateswith our business and technical staff on the details of the products to be ordered. The products items include Distribution Transformer,Power Cables,Power Fittings,Steel Pole and so on. This is undoubtedly a win-win cooperation for both parties.
In the future, we look forward to more buyers coming to our company for field visits, and we welcome you!
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Recently, Kenyan customer engineers came to our factory for field study and learning, and our engineer Tian Shaodong warmly received them. Accompanied by our engineer Tian Shaodong, the Kenyan customer engineers visited the process of equipment production and manufacturing. The two sides had in-depth exchanges and discussions in professional aspects and answered each other's questions.
Through this on-site learning exchange, the Kenyan customer praised our efficient and orderly production process and also had a deeper understanding of our company, and happily expressed his expectation for the next cooperation with our company.
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In recent years, Burundi has made great efforts in the production of electric energy. With the support of development partners such as the World Bank and the African Development Bank, several national and regional production projects are being implemented with the goal of increasing installed capacity from 78.7 MW in 2020 to 239 MW in 2026, an increase of about 200%.
The project aims to strengthen the 30 kV MT network across Burundi and achieve densification and electrification of the areas around Bujumbura. Our company was fortunate to join the implementation of this project and sent technicians to the project implementation site last week for professional guidance.
Recently, the African Development Bank (AfDB) delegation and Regideso leaders conducted on-site acceptance of Phase 1 of this project and made preliminary plans for the next phase of this project.
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Project No.: KE1#24035 2#
Final Client: KPLC(Keny Power Lightning Company)
We have received an inquiry for a transformer component project from Kenya's state-owned power company KPLC, and after the negotiation, both parties reached an agreement.
The transformer is manufactured as a CKD solution according to the requirements of the client. Our company has completed production and all categories will be inspected this week, we will book the container and ship it to KPLC in Kenya.
The product list is as follows：
1.Single Phase Aluminum Core Transformer 174
2.Single Phase Aluminum Core Transformer 153
3.Three Phase Aluminum Core Transformer 220
4.Three Phase Aluminum Core Transformer 95
5.Three Phase Aluminum Core Transformer 1
6.HV bushing 503
7.LV bushing 556
8.Colored metal caps of LV bushing 552
9.Porcelain caps of LV bushing 4
10.HV Gaskets 501
11.HV Gaskets 8
12.LV Gaskets 1112
13.HV Beads 501
14.LV Beads 556
15.Tank Gaskets 223
16.LV cable box Gaskets 1
17.HV cable box Gaskets 1
18.Copper Earthing lug 446
19.Surge Arrester 501
20.Oil level indicator 223
21.Stainless Stee arc horns 222
22.LV rods 556
23.Anti-oil device 223
24.LV clamp 552
25.LV palm 4
26.HV terminal 498
27.HV palm 3
28.Nameplate 223
29.Connection line of SA top 501
30.Connection line of SA bottom 501
31.Stainless Steel Serial Number plate 223
32.Anti-Theft Bolt and Nut 892
33.Short Stainless steel Bolts 669
34.Stainless steel flat washer 1338
35.Stainless steel spring washer 1338
36.Earthing copper sheet 223
37.Phase plate 1057
38.Earthing plate 835
39.Galvanized Bolt 10035
40.Galvanized flat washer 20070
41.Galvanized spring washer 10035
42.Galvanized nut 11373
43.Galvanized nut 1992
44.Galvanized flat washer 1992
45.Galvanized spring washer 1992
46.Galvanized nut 282
47.Galvanized nut 1008
48.Galvanized nut 42
49.Angle steel for lifting 14
50.Angle steel for lifting 94
51.Double-thread screw 336
52.Double-thread screw 14
53.Double-thread screw 94
54.Fixed plate for Active part 2
55.Wood for HV cable box 1
56.Wood for LV cable box 1
57.Tank 223
58.Active part 223
59.Pole clamp 336
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Our company received an inquiry from SHELL (Nigeria) for Escravos Community Electrification Interdependency Power Project in early April, we assisted their team in completing the design of medium and low-voltage power distribution systems.
Our technical team evaluates the BOQ and then analyzes and confirms the final solution with the facilities list. The production was finished at the end of May, and all categories will be inspected this week, we will book the container and shipped to SHELL Nigeria.
The product categories for this shipments are as follows:
1. 11kV Channel iron for Isolator Installat 17Each
2. 11kV Channel iron for D-fuse installation 13Each
3. 11kV (norminal working voltage), 35kV wet power frequency withstand voltage and 5kN impuse withstand pin insulator cw with spindle and installation accessories 517Each
4. 11KV (norminal working voltage)-Disc 137Each
5. 630A gang isolator complete with lockabl 3Each
6. 11kV D-fuse complete with all fixing accessories (set of 3) 6Each
7. 11kV (norminal working voltage), 10kA lightning arresters complete with Each all 5kN impuse withstand pin insulator cw with spindle and installation accessories(set of 3) 6Each
8. 11kV gang Isolator complete with all ins 3Each
9. 800A Feeder Pillar 2Each
10. 125A Lighting Kiosk 2Each
11. Earth Mat 4Each
12. 50mm heavy duty galvanised pipe. 1m. 4Each
13. Stay insulator 54-3, 35-18kV(dry-wet) 19Each
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A new batch of customized cables and line fittings for the Burundi Electricity Authority REGIDESO has completed the third-party inspection this week, also loading the container and ready to ship overseas soon.
Our company has been providing REGIDESO with complete medium-voltage transmission line solutions since 2014, which has been recognized and has a high reputation in their system with local contractors.
At the same time, our company is participating in the bidding in other African countries such as Kenya, Rwanda, Angola, and Sierra Leone, and other countries, we are expanding the business gradually with our own strategy.
The product categories for this shipments are as follows:
I RACCORDEMENT S.I SOUTERRAIN
I.1 Cables S.I souterrain en cuivre
I.1.1 Câble S.I souterrain en Cuivre, Cu de 4x35 mm² 2000m
I.1.2 Câble S.I souterrain en Cuivre, Cu de 4x50 mm² 1500m
I.1.3 Câble S.I souterrain en Cuivre, Cu de 4x70 mm² 2000m
I.1.4 Câble S.I souterrain en Cuivre, Cu de 4x35 mm131 2000Pce
I.2 Cables S.I souterrain en cuivre 4000Pce
I.3 Toile isolante pour les clients souterrains 5000Pce
I.4.1 Soulier de câble en Cuivre, Cu pour câble souterrain de 4x35 mm² 1000Pce
I.4.2 Soulier de câble en Cuivre, Cu pour câble souterrain de 4x50 mm² 800Pce
I.4.3 Soulier de câble en Cuivre, Cu pour câble souterrain de 4x70 mm² 1000Pce
II RACCORDEMENT S.I AERIEN
II.1 Cables S.I acrien en Aluminium
II.1.1 Câbles BT aériens préassemblés en Aluminium 2x16mm², Tension nominale 0,6 kV/1kV, Tension max.de service : 400 V, isolation en polyéthylène réticulé (VPE) 450000m
II.1.2 Câbles BT aériens préassemblés en Aluminium 4x16mm², Tension nominale 0,6 kV/1kV, Tension max.de service : 400 V, isolation en polyéthylène réticulé (VPE) 210000m
II.2.1 Pince d’ancrage monophasé petit model (PM) pour câble BT aérien de 2x16 mm²,Al 15000Pce
II.2.2 Pince d’ancrage triphasé petit model (PM) pour câble BT aérien de4x16 mm²,Al 7000Pce
II.3.1 Plaquette à Queue de couchons pour aérien 23000Pce
II.4 Raccord de branchement sous tension ou Connecteurs a perforation d’isolant
II.4.1 Raccord de branchement sous tension ou Connecteurs a perforation d’isolant pou câble de 2x16 mm² (Big one) 30000Pce
II.4.2 Raccord de branchement sous tension ou Connecteurs a perforation d’isolant pou câble de 4x16 mm² (Big one) 14000Pce
II.5 Soulier en Al/Cu pour câble aérien
II.5.1 Soulier en Al/Cu pour câble aérien de 4x35 mm² 4000Pce
II.5.2 Soulier en Al/Cu pour câble aérien de 4x50 mm² 2000Pce
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Under the growth trend of global new energy installation + grid upgrading, the export demand for transformers and smart facilities is booming. Our company's exporting volume of power equipment has increased significantly, which has attracted wide attention. On the morning of April 19th, CCTV financial channel host Huang Yajie and photographer Zhang Longkai came to our company for an interview.
General Manager Hu Jidong accepted the on-site interview and briefed reporters on the businesses of Zhejiang Seatrust Power Co., Ltd. Also included the Business planning and vision shortly. Huang and Zhang have visited our sample room and understand better the main businesses and new product lines in the future.
The purpose of this interview is to understand the potential of China's power companies under the global trend and try to support us in the policies and other resources from the government side.
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NEW CATALOG RELEASING
1-CLAMPS
2-LINK FITTINGS
3SPLICING FITTINGS
4-FASTERN AND STAY ASSEMBLY ACCESSORIES
5-INSULATOR
6-GROUNDING MATERIAL
7-CROSS ARM AND STEEL FABRICATION
8-LINE ACCESSORIES
9-SURGE ARRESTER AND FUSE CUTOUT
10-DISCONNECTION SWITCH
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