China Huanqiu Contracting & Engineering Co., Ltd. (HQC) is a major engineering and construction subsidiary of China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC), founded in 1953 as a national chemical design institute.
Company Overview
HQC is a technology-driven, intelligence-intensive enterprise that integrates R&D, consulting, technology licensing, FEED, detailed design, engineering, procurement, construction management, equipment manufacturing, and commissioning services. The company specializes in EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) and PMC (Project Management Contractor) projects across multiple sectors:
- Petroleum refining and oil & gas upstream
- Petrochemical and organic chemical industries
- Natural gas liquefaction and LNG terminals
- New coal chemical processing
- Inorganic chemicals, fertilizers, and mining
- Pharmaceutical chemicals and green energy solutions
Corporate Structure
Headquartered in Beijing, HQC operates as a conglomerate with 11 domestic affiliates (including 8 engineering firms and 2 construction companies) and 22 branches across global locations in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Central Asia, Europe, and the Americas. The company employs over 9,500 staff, including 165 professor-level senior engineers and more than 1,100 senior engineers.
Certifications and Recognition
HQC has established ISO 9001 Quality Management, ISO 14000 Environmental Management, and OHSAS 18000 Occupational Health and Safety systems. The company consistently ranks among ENR's Top 225 International Contractors and Top 200 International Design Firms.
