Xinhai Mining Appointed as Council Member of Shandong Gold Association

On December 8, the Third Member Congress and the First Meeting of the Third Council of the Shandong Gold Association were held in Jinan, bringing together elites from the province’s gold industry to discuss development strategies.

In the latest council election, Shandong Xinhai Mining Technology & Equipment Inc. gained wide recognition for its deep industry expertise and innovative strength, earning the honor of being appointed as a council member of the Shandong Gold Association. Mr. Zhang Yunlong, Chairman of Xinhai, was also elected Vice President of the Association.

01Global Strategy | Developing Through Full-Chain Services

Founded in 1997, Xinhai quickly drew industry attention with its innovative “complete processing plant service” model, widely recognized as the “Xinhai Model” or “Xinhai Phenomenon.”

Over the years, Xinhai has pioneered a “Manufacturing + Internet” strategy, successfully transforming from traditional manufacturing to service-oriented manufacturing. Its services now cover the entire mining lifecycle—including mining, mineral processing, and tailings storage facilities—offering comprehensive EPC+M+O solutions. The company has completed over 600 EPC+M+O projects in more than 100 countries and regions, serving over 2,500 mines worldwide. This success has been featured by authoritative industry media such as Xinhua News Agency, China Mining Newspaper, and China Nonferrous Metals News.

From an initial industrial workshop of just 4,860㎡ to today’s high-tech intelligent equipment production center of approximately 110,000㎡, Xinhai’s development reflects the company’s strategic foresight and innovative drive at every stage.

02Leadership | Zhang Yunlong: Strategic Vision and Industry Commitment

As the company’s leader, Mr. Zhang Yunlong guides Xinhai with a craftsman spirit, focusing on technological R&D and product quality while upholding the principles of integrity, global brand building, and long-term development.

With over 40 years in the mining sector, Mr. Zhang holds professional titles including International Mining Consultant, Professor-level Senior Engineer, and Fellow of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (FAusIMM). He also serves on the Fifth Board of Directors at Northeastern University and as adjunct professor at Shandong University of Science and Technology, Shandong University of Technology, Heilongjiang University of Science and Technology, Wuhan University of Technology, and Northeastern University.

As a representative of Fushan District in the People’s Congress, he actively contributes to local economic development and social responsibility. His honors include Outstanding Entrepreneur in Intelligent Manufacturing of China, Advanced Individual in Economic Development, Shandong Enterprise Technology Innovation Award, 2024 Yantai Innovation Pioneer Entrepreneur, 2022 Yantai Mayor Quality Award, and multiple “Good Person” recognitions at provincial and municipal levels.

His election as Vice President of the Shandong Gold Association further acknowledges his professional leadership and contributions to the industry. Mr. Zhang will leverage this role to drive technological innovation, foster international cooperation, and enhance the competitiveness and influence of Shandong’s gold industry.

03Future Outlook | Innovation Driving New-Quality Productivity in Mining

Amid global energy transitions and emerging industries, China’s mining sector is shifting from traditional models to high-quality development centered on innovation, sharing, and openness. New-quality productivity is becoming the key driver of sustainable growth.

Xinhai will continue to uphold its “full-chain mine service (EPC+M+O)” model, implementing a “Five Modernizations” strategy: digitalized marketing, internationalized markets, service-oriented manufacturing, modernized management, and innovation-driven development. Leveraging the Xinkuangfu Intelligent Industrial Park, the company will strengthen the R&D and manufacturing capabilities of large-scale, intelligent mining equipment, advancing automation, informatization, and intelligence in mining machinery. Through these efforts, Xinhai aims to contribute to high-quality development in China’s mining industry and sustainable development worldwide.