Latest News on Prefabricated Housing

The latest news on prefabricated housing covers various aspects such as export growth, market expansion, policy updates, and technological advancements, as detailed below:

Significant Expansion in Export Scale and Increased Recognition in Overseas Markets
China's exports of prefabricated houses (modular buildings) have witnessed explosive growth, driven by advantages such as rapid delivery, environmental friendliness, energy efficiency, strong adaptability, and quality control. These benefits have led to a continuous rise in recognition in overseas markets. For instance, according to Huangpu Customs data, the value of exported modular houses under customs supervision reached 548 million yuan in the first seven months of 2024, marking a 7.3-fold increase year-on-year. This growth is attributed to the increasing global demand for green buildings and efficient construction methods, as well as China's comprehensive competitiveness in technology, cost, and supply chain.

Accelerated Global Market Expansion and Diversified Application Scenarios
Domestically produced prefabricated houses have been exported to over 20 countries and regions, including ASEAN nations such as Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, and Malaysia, as well as the United Kingdom and Australia. These houses cover a wide range of scenarios, including data centers, office buildings, hotels, and schools. For example, in Southeast Asia, prefabricated houses are widely used in post-disaster reconstruction and tourism facility construction due to their adaptability to tropical climates and short construction periods. In European and American markets, their environmental performance and standardized design align with local requirements for sustainable buildings.

Policy-Driven Renovation and Upgrades, with Categorized Disposal to Ensure Safety
In May 2026, the State Council issued the '15th Five-Year Plan for Urban Renewal,' which mandates the establishment of records for C- and D-grade dangerous housing and non-complete housing units, and accelerates the demolition and renovation of D-grade dilapidated houses (prefabricated panel houses with unsatisfactory load-bearing structures). The policy emphasizes the principle of 'categorized disposal': A- and B-grade houses can continue to be inhabited or renovated; C-grade partially dilapidated houses should be reinforced and repaired; and only D-grade dilapidated houses require mandatory demolition. This measure aims to balance safety needs with resource utilization, avoiding resource waste caused by a one-size-fits-all approach to demolition.

Technological Integration as a Trend, with Prefabricated Construction Leading Industry Upgrades
Prefabricated construction (prefabricated floors) has become a mainstream trend in the real estate industry, significantly improving construction accuracy and efficiency by prefabricating the main structure in factories and assembling it on-site. Cities like Shanghai have introduced policies to promote the integrated development of prefabricated construction and intelligent construction, such as optimizing designs using BIM technology and monitoring construction quality through the Internet of Things. This trend not only shortens construction periods but also reduces on-site pollution, aligning with the goals of 'dual carbon' emissions reduction.