China has now formed the world's largest and most comprehensive chemical production system. During the 15th Five-Year Plan period, the Chinese chemical industry is at a critical stage of transforming from scale expansion to high-quality development. In accordance with the suggestions for the 15th Five-Year Plan, the industry must focus on the direction of high-end, intelligent and green development, and build an independent, controllable, safe and reliable modern chemical industry system through technological innovation and industrial upgrading.

The Golden Gear Award for China Chemical Technology and Equipment is an annual award honoring the development achievements of China's chemical technology and equipment industry. It aims to encourage outstanding enterprises to strengthen technological innovation, improve service quality and boost the development of China's chemical industry. Since its launch, the award has attracted the participation of more than 1,000 enterprises in the chemical technology and equipment field, becoming the most valuable annual award in the industry and driving the healthy and high-quality development of the sector.

01 Award Categories

Focusing on technological innovation and development, the 2026 Golden Gear Award for China Chemical Technology and Equipment sets up the Chemical Technology and Equipment Innovation Award covering eight major sectors, as well as industry organization and individual awards.

Chemical Technology and Equipment Innovation Award (8 Sectors)

Technological Innovation Award for Chemical Core Process Equipment and Unit Operations

Technological Innovation Award for Special Materials and Anti-Corrosion of Chemical Equipment

Technological Innovation Award for Fluid Conveying Equipment

Technological Innovation Award for Chemical Process Safety and Explosion-Proof Technology & Equipment

Technological Innovation Award for Instruments, Meters and Automation Systems

Technological Innovation Award for Smart Chemical Industry and Digital Transformation

Technological Innovation Award for Chemical Process R&D and Analysis

Technological Innovation Award for Chemical Environmental Protection Technology & Equipment

Industry Organization & Individual Awards

2026 Leading Chamber of Commerce and Association Award in China's Chemical Industry

2026 Model Media Award for Communication in China's Chemical Industry

2026 Top 10 Influential Figures in China's Chemical Technology and Equipment Industry

2026 Distinguished Figures in Scientific Research and Innovation of China's Chemical Industry

02 Eligibility for Application

Applicants shall be production and construction enterprises, chambers of commerce & associations, research institutes and industry media engaged in the following fields: chemical core process equipment and unit operations, special materials and anti-corrosion of chemical equipment, fluid conveying equipment, chemical process safety and explosion-proof technology & equipment, instruments, meters and automation systems, chemical process R&D and analysis, smart chemical industry and digital transformation, and chemical environmental protection technology & equipment.

03 Highlights of the Golden Gear Award

Strong Endorsement by Industry Platform, Supreme Professional Value

The Golden Gear Award for Chemical Technology and Equipment is backed by CTEF, the most influential platform in the chemical industry. The professional evaluation committee consists of representatives from chemical industrial parks, chambers of commerce & associations, research institutes and professional buyers, balancing industry professionalism and market demands to ensure every honor is well-deserved.

Full Industrial Chain Coverage, Precise Positioning

Whether you are a leading brand with years of experience in chemical technology and equipment, a production enterprise with strong technological strength, an authoritative industry media platform, a rooted chamber of commerce & association, or a distinguished expert and professor dedicated to scientific research, you can find your exclusive track in the CTEF Golden Gear Award.

Year-round Resource Empowerment, Value Upgrading

Winners will not only receive awards from academicians, experts and industry leaders at the CTEF Golden Gear Award Ceremony to demonstrate brand strength, but also be included in the 2026 CTEF Global Supplier Database to connect with professional buyer resources. Through in-depth communication via the CTEF official platform, cooperative media and industry communities, winners can expand brand influence and link more resources in the chemical industry.

04 Application Guide

Application (Jan 5 - Apr 5, 2026): Dual application modes of voluntary application + recommended application. Enterprises/individuals can apply independently through the official CTEF platforms (official website and WeChat Official Account), or be recommended by industry experts, chambers of commerce & associations.(Scan the QR code to add customer service and get the application form)

Preliminary Shortlisting (Apr 6 - May 6, 2026): The Evaluation Organizing Committee verifies materials, conducts preliminary review and announces the shortlisted list.

Expert Evaluation (Jun 1 - Jun 6, 2026): The Evaluation Committee scores applicants based on enterprise qualifications, products, industry influence, industry contributions, etc.

Announcement & Awarding (Jun 9, 2026): The list of winners is announced, and awards are presented on site at the CTEF2026 China International Chemical Equipment Innovation and Development Conference.

Publicity & Reporting (Jun 9 - Jun 11, 2026): Full online exposure and community matrix communication via the CTEF official website, WeChat Official Account and cooperative media.

05 Application Reminder

Aligning with the high-quality development of the chemical industry during the 15th Five-Year Plan period and focusing on technological innovation and development, the CTEF Golden Gear Award is not only a prestigious industry honor, but also an excellent platform for resource connection. Eligible organizations are welcome to apply, lock in the title of "Technological Innovation Benchmark" with strength, and grow together with the chemical industry!

Award Application Contact

Mr. Zheng: 17806537708