China's Arctic Ambitions
The Arctic region attracts the interest of many players for its strategic position and abundant natural resources. But how is China going about its Arctic strategy? Relying on our data-driven approach, this report dives into 569 Chinese Arctic-related research projects and examines two key research institutes in depth — providing an initial assessment of the pace at which China is developing technologies for Arctic exploration, especially in the field of underwater acoustics. This allows for a solid, comparative handle on how China's technological capabilities are developing, and where potential capability gaps remain.
What's inside
CNY 473.5M invested across 569 Arctic R&D projects tracked from 2005–2020 via the Datenna platform
In-depth profile of the Institute of Acoustics (IOA), CAS — ~5,000 patents filed, direct PLA procurement wins in ocean acoustics survey and underwater acoustic release beacons
In-depth profile of Harbin Engineering University (HEU) — one of China's Seven Sons of National Defense, blacklisted by Japan's METI for WMD-related concerns
Defense-linked procurement mapping connecting both institutions directly to PLAN research and supply contracts
Assessment of China's Military-Civil Fusion strategy as applied to Arctic underwater acoustic technology development
Full ownership mapping, procurement connections, patent analysis, and geolocation data in the complete report.
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