China leads the way, the world resonates, writing the "heavy industry" answer to the development of the global equipment industry

The autumn tide surges along the shores of the Yellow Sea, and friendship endures at the foot of Mount Laoshan. The Shandong Heavy Industry-Weichai Power Global Partner Conference, themed “Technology Empowers Better Equipment,” a grand event carrying the aspirations of the global equipment manufacturing industry, will grandly open in Qingdao on October 18th.

This is a gathering that transcends mountains and seas, bringing together over 3,000 partners from over 140 countries with trust and hope. This unprecedented industry event, featuring a massive exhibition area, major brand launches, and in-depth industry dialogue, will evoke a vibrant symphony of “Chinese Intelligent Manufacturing Empowers the World,” writing a new chapter in the collaborative development of the global equipment industry.

From Astana, nestled in the grasslands, to Dubai on the shores of the Persian Gulf, from the emerald waters of Jakarta, to the plateau of Mexico City, we have crossed mountains and seas to forge a partnership. Now, this bond of mutual understanding and cherishment is surging across the oceans, converging towards Qingdao, on the shores of the Yellow Sea.

Year after year, the Global Partner Conference, a recurring event, has transcended ordinary business exchanges, becoming a high-end dialogue platform for Shandong Heavy Industry and its global partners, both old and new, to reminisce about past struggles and chart a future together.

Serving as the conference’s “main show,” the 30,000-square-meter exhibition hall will offer a panoramic view of Shandong Heavy Industry’s industrial landscape and technological strength with unprecedented breadth and depth. The exhibition features six core exhibition areas: construction machinery, agricultural equipment, power systems, commercial vehicles, marine transportation equipment, and smart logistics. Two themed exhibition areas, “Heavy Industry” and “Green Industry,” will also be featured, showcasing nearly 300 cutting-edge products for global guests to appreciate.

Here, history and the future engage in a dialogue that transcends time and space: from classic equipment that laid the foundation for the industry to cutting-edge intelligent technologies, each exhibit bears witness to the trajectory of industrial upgrading and demonstrates Shandong Heavy Industry’s unwavering commitment to innovation.

Here, wisdom and reality intertwine to create a tangible vision of the future: scenario-based solutions covering transportation, mobility, engineering, agriculture, logistics, and more are already in place, leveraging comprehensive intelligence to create worry-free, new value for global customers.

Here, strength is most intuitively evident: from powertrains to complete vehicles, from single products to the entire industrial chain ecosystem, behind it lies Shandong Heavy Industry’s vast technological strength, encompassing the entire product range and spanning all sectors.

Here, green has become the defining underpinning of development: from multi-fuel power solutions to a full range of new energy commercial vehicles, we are taking concrete action to chart a clear path for sustainable development for global industry.

Even more notably, the conference will mark the global debut of the Group’s new brand logo and mission.

This is more than just a visual refresh; it represents a solemn declaration of Shandong Heavy Industry’s new global journey with its brand family. The new brand mission, “Technology Empowers Better Equipment,” profoundly embodies the Group’s core pursuit: We firmly believe that the ultimate meaning of technology lies in enhancing human well-being. Therefore, the Group is committed to building a sustainable ecosystem where people, society, and the environment coexist harmoniously through solid industrial progress, continuously contributing “Chinese wisdom” and “Chinese responsibility” to the high-quality development of global industrial civilization and society.

Shandong Heavy Industry, rooted in the fertile soil of Shandong Province, has grown amidst the surging tide of China’s industrial development and has been tempered and strengthened through its global presence. Today, Shandong Heavy Industry has a presence in over 170 countries, with 38 overseas trade platforms, over 30 overseas offices, over 1,000 sales channels, and over 40 overseas manufacturing bases. Through concrete actions, we are transforming “Chinese wisdom” into “development solutions” shared by our global partners.

In modern global competition, going it alone is a thing of the past; ecosystems and collaboration are the keywords for the future. Faced with the challenges of common market fluctuations, supply chain restructuring, and technological change, only through close collaboration and shared value across the entire industry chain can we ultimately maximize customer value. This is the profound meaning of this conference’s slogan, “WeareOne”—we firmly believe that true strength comes from connections. Shandong Heavy Industry (SHI) has always upheld the win-win philosophy of “jointly expanding the pie and sharing the fruits of development.” We are committed to building a more resilient development platform for global partners, ensuring that China’s industrial wisdom truly becomes “shared wealth” that drives sustainable development worldwide.

“It is a joy to have friends from afar.” Qingdao, at this moment, has prepared gifts of mountains and seas, a feast of science and technology, and a toast to friendship, awaiting the arrival of global partners. No matter where you come from or what your aspirations, you will find opportunities for cooperation, shared friendships, and a path to the future here. We are united by a common dream and dedicated to a common cause. The Shandong Heavy Industry-Weichai Power Global Partner Conference is more than just a grand event; it is a gathering of hearts and a promise for the future.

Mountains and seas are open, and friendships are overflowing. We sincerely invite partners from around the world to Qingdao. Through the collision of technology and wisdom, we will jointly open a new chapter for the global equipment manufacturing industry and work together to achieve a collaborative and win-win future!