Abstract: Analyzed in the paper are the current dilemma as the domestic weld pipe industry is in，and the prospects for upgrade& transformation thereof towards the New，Special and Expertise Type during the 13th FYP Period.The analysis result leads to the following conclusion.The pressure as brought about by the going down trend of the national economy has began to influence the weld pipe-making circles，particularly the small and medium companies；In the present situation that the economic structure is being transformed，the weld pipe industry of the country should work out the development strategy and specific orientation for the upgrade& transformation，set up the product idea，select market properly，prepare correct product upgrade plan，take the orientation towards production of differential，high added-value and sophisticated steel tubes and pipes，focusing on market subdivision，and make the business finer and stronger.