Unbounded Challenges · Limitless Creativity
Industry-Academia Teams · Double Synergy
Substantial Rewards · End-to-End Support
Real-World Impact · Multi-tier Benefits
"IGNITE Your Potential, CULTIVATE Tomorrow!" Dongfang Honghua partners with global universities and research institutions to launch the Innovation Cultivation Program. We invite young pioneers worldwide to transform visionary ideas into industry-revolutionizing "seeds," achieving breakthroughs from 0 to 1. Together, we redefine the future of our industry! Hosted by Honghua Group Co., Ltd., the Cultivation Program is now open for applications!
About Dongfang Honghua
Established in 1997 and listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 2008, Honghua Group Co., Ltd. (referred to as Dongfang Honghua) is China’s first publicly listed drilling equipment manufacturer. Dongfang Honghua is a high-tech enterprise engaged in the research, design, and manufacturing of large-scale oil and gas exploration and production equipment. It is a globally renowned petroleum drilling rig manufacturer and drilling engineering service provider, as well as one of the world’s leading manufacturers and service providers of electric fracturing equipment. Its products are deployed in nearly 80 countries and regions worldwide, with over 1,000 rigs operating globally. Dongfang Honghua consistently pursues the goal of becoming a world-class integrated energy development solutions provider, delivering competitive, safe, and reliable products for customers in oil & gas and green energy sectors.
Competition Tracks
Forward-looking Direction: Emerging tech concepts for industry development
Breakthrough Technology: Innovative upgrades for existing equipment
Convergent Application: Cross-disciplinary application of emerging technologies from other fields into oil & gas equipment
5 Core Highlights！
l No industry boundaries, no tech constraints--we embrace unconventional ideas and explore them together!
l "1+1" Team Structure: 1 external innovator + 1 Honghua engineer = "Innovation Partners"!
l 1-on-1 Mentorship: Exclusive "1 innovator + 1 expert" pairing with top-tier resources and hands-on guidance!
l Initial screening approval grants ?10,000-?30,000 innovation funding; mid-term evaluation secures additional ?20,000-?40,000 rewards; outstanding projects receive ?100,000+ bonuses!
l Top-performing external candidates gain fast-track hiring privileges; internal elites qualify for exceptional promotion opportunities--let talent shine!
l Long-term returns include patents, product prototypes, market applications, position empowerment, and R&D equity--all with generous benefits!
Project Timeline (First Cohort)
June 2025 – February 2027
High-intensity program with phased rewards!
Seed Selection: Calling for ideas (Jun-Nov 2025): Idea submission → Initial screening for ?10,000-?30,000 grant → Kickoff team formation
Cultivation Phase (Sep 2025 – May 2026): Mentor-guided R&D → Preliminary solution design → Mid-term review for ?20,000-?40,000 reward
Growth Phase (Jun 2026 – Feb 2027): In-depth R&D → Final evaluation → Top projects receive additional ?30,000-?50,000
How to Join?
Eligibility:
Global university students / young faculty members / young innovators ≤35 years old
Application Channel
Application deadline for first cohort: July 31, 2025
Materials: Complete the "Cultivation Project Proposal Form"
Process: Scan the QR code below for guidelines. Follow Dongfang Honghua’s official website / WeChat Official Account for more information.
No academic major restrictions--innovative ideas and research experience are all you need!
Global Stage, Infinite Possibilities!
Fertile Ground for Creativity
Industry Incubation
Career Breakthroughs
Join us to ignite innovation and cultivate tomorrow! Let your seed power transform the world!
