Mr. Elon Zhang, Chairman of Xinhai Mining Group, Attends the 7th Qingdao Multinationals Summit

On June 16, the "Gathering Momentum in Mining · Shandong Enterprises Going Global" International Cooperation Forum on Mineral Resources, a parallel session of the 7th Qingdao Multinationals Summit, was held at the Qingdao International Conference Center. Mr. Elon Zhang, Chairman of Xinhai Mining, was invited to attend and joined industry leaders from around the world in a roundtable discussion on new opportunities for global mining cooperation.

Jointly hosted by the People's Government of Shandong Province and the Ministry of Commerce of China, the 7th Qingdao Multinationals Summit attracted more than 700 representatives from government agencies, international organizations, multinational corporations, and Chinese and foreign chambers of commerce. Under the theme "Advancing with the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030) for Innovation and Future," the Summit highlighted China's commitment to further opening up, its market opportunities, and innovation potential, while encouraging multinational companies to deepen their participation in China's industrial, supply, and innovation chains.

(Elon Zhang participates in a roundtable discussion on global mining cooperation at the Qingdao Multinationals Summit)

As one of the Summit's key parallel sessions, the International Cooperation Forum on Mineral Resources was organized by the Shandong Provincial Bureau of Geology and Mineral Resources. Focused on advancing high-quality Belt and Road cooperation and promoting the efficient use of domestic and international resources, the Forum provided a platform for dialogue and practical collaboration between global mining companies and related institutions.

With nearly three decades of international development, Xinhai Mining Group has actively implemented its global expansion strategy while supporting the high-quality development of the Belt and Road Initiative. Over the years, the company has evolved from an equipment exporter into a globally integrated mining enterprise combining mineral resource development with full-cycle mining services.

01Expanding Global Mining Markets with Made-in-China Equipment

Since its founding, Xinhai Mining has placed innovation at the center of its development strategy. The company pioneered the concept of turnkey mineral processing plant solutions and expanded beyond traditional equipment supply to provide Mining Industry Full-Cycle Service (EPC+M+O), covering Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Management, and Operation.

Supported by strong technical expertise and independent R&D capabilities, Xinhai Mining has been recognized as a National Specialized, Sophisticated, and Innovative "Key Little Giant" Enterprise, a Yantai Mayor's Quality Award recipient, a National High-Tech Enterprise, and a Shandong Provincial Service-Oriented Manufacturing Demonstration Enterprise. Today, Xinhai Mining's equipment and services are delivered to more than 100 countries and regions, serving nearly 2,500 mines worldwide and completing over 600 full-cycle mining service projects.

02Reaching Global Clients Through Digital Marketing

The year 2012 marked a turning point in both China's manufacturing sector and Xinhai Group's international growth strategy. By adopting a "Manufacturing + Internet" model, Xinhai Mining became one of the first mining companies in China to use e-commerce for overseas market development.

In 2017, Xinhai Mining's Facebook following exceeded one million, earning recognition in Facebook's 2017 SME Global Marketing Success Stories. Through platforms such as Google, Facebook, and LinkedIn, Xinhai Mining has built direct connections with clients worldwide, strengthening the global visibility of Chinese mining services.

03Building a Diversified Global Mining Investment Portfolio

In 2025, Xinhai Group formally adopted a dual-engine strategy combining Mining Investment & Development with Mining Industry Full-Cycle Service (EPC+M+O). This strategic shift expanded the company's presence across key mining jurisdictions and marked its transformation from a service provider into both an investor and operator.

To date, Xinhai Group has invested in eight mining projects as either the controlling shareholder or a significant shareholder, covering precious metals, base metals, rare metals, and strategic minerals. Supported by service hubs established around its resource assets, Xinhai Group operates subsidiaries and offices across Africa, Australia, South America, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia, providing efficient end-to-end mining solutions for clients worldwide.

Over nearly three decades, Xinhai Mining has established a global development model built on technological innovation, service excellence, and long-term resource development. Mr. Elon Zhang's participation in the 7th Qingdao Multinationals Summit reflects both Xinhai Mining's growing international presence and the active role of Shandong enterprises in global resource cooperation.

Looking ahead, Xinhai Mining Group will continue to embrace higher-level opening-up, leveraging its large-scale mine development experience together with EPC+M+O full-cycle services to contribute to the sustainable development of the global mining industry.