On November 3, Zhejiang Sanhua Intelligent Controls Co., Ltd. (“Sanhua Intelligent Controls”) and Haier Smart Home Co., Ltd. (“Haier Smart Home”) officially signed a strategic cooperation agreement in Qingdao.

The signing ceremony was witnessed by Mr. Zhang Yabo, Vice Chairman of the Board of Sanhua Holding Group and Chairman & CEO of Sanhua Intelligent Controls, and Mr. Li Huagang, Senior Vice President of Haier Group and Chairman & President of Haier Smart Home. Mr. Wang Dayong, President of Sanhua Intelligent Controls, and Mr. Li Yang, Vice President and Global Procurement General Manager of Haier Smart Home, signed the agreement on behalf of both parties.

This agreement marks a further upgrade in the partnership between the two companies, ushering in a new phase of comprehensive strategic collaboration. Sanhua and Haier will deepen cooperation in areas such as technological innovation, global supply chain synergy, and emerging market development, jointly promoting a green, intelligent, and low-carbon lifestyle.

A 40-Year Partnership: Setting an Industry Benchmark

Since the 1980s, Sanhua and Haier have gradually developed cooperation in the fields of refrigerators and air conditioners. Sanhua has supplied Haier with a variety of energy-saving control components, including refrigerator solenoid valves, four-way valves for air conditioners, and electronic expansion valves. These components have supported the creation of many consumer-favorite innovations—from dual-tower air conditioners with independent airflow to quieter and more energy-efficient refrigerators and dryers.

This new agreement is not only a continuation of long-standing trust and deep collaboration but also a new starting point for jointly shaping the future and winning in global markets.

Three Pillars of Deep Collaboration: Building a Smart and Green Ecosystem

According to the agreement, the two companies will focus on three core areas of collaboration:

1.    Collaborative R&D Integration
R&D teams from both companies will work together to optimize product design, iterate technical solutions, and apply innovative materials, jointly developing more innovative product solutions.

2.    Joint Laboratory Establishment
The two sides will co-establish joint laboratories focused on tackling common industry challenges such as high efficiency and low energy consumption, accelerating the transformation of green and low-carbon innovations into practical applications.

3.    Exploration of Emerging Fields
Leveraging Sanhua’s technological expertise in new energy vehicle thermal management and industrial automation, the companies will explore new application scenarios and drive innovation in smart connected products, technologies, and services.

Additionally, both parties will actively expand cooperation in overseas markets, deepening global business synergy and delivering smarter, greener, and better living experiences to users worldwide.

Strong Alliance for a Shared Future

Haier Group is a global leader in lifestyle and digital transformation solutions, committed to “co-creating infinite possibilities through a boundaryless ecosystem.” It collaborates with global users to create better lives and with ecosystem partners to drive industrial development. The Haier brand has ranked No. 1 globally in large home appliance retail sales for 16 consecutive years (Euromonitor International), and owns a portfolio of high-end global brands including Haier, Casarte, GE Appliances, Fisher & Paykel, AQUA, and Candy, as well as the world’s first smart home scenario brand, “Three-Winged Bird.” Haier has a comprehensive global R&D, manufacturing, and marketing network.

Since its A-share listing on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange in 2005, Sanhua Intelligent Controls has focused on green, low-carbon, and intelligent development. It is a global leader in the fields of refrigeration, home appliances, and new energy vehicle thermal management, with dozens of products holding leading global market shares. In June of this year, the company was also listed on the main board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, achieving a dual A+H share platform.

This strong alliance will continue to generate synergistic effects in co-innovation, industrial collaboration, and global expansion, setting a new benchmark for multidimensional cooperation in the industry.

Leading the Way to a Green and Low-Carbon Future

Chairman Zhang Yabo stated that Sanhua will continue to follow its business strategy of “Focus and Lead, Innovate and Surpass,” concentrating on technological innovation, global collaboration, and customer value creation. Together with Haier Smart Home, Sanhua will explore new directions in green and intelligent technologies and jointly promote the sustainable development of the global home appliance industry.

Chairman Li Huagang emphasized that Haier Smart Home, as a leading ecological brand in the smart living sector, is committed to providing users with one-stop solutions—from smart appliances to smart scenarios and smart lifestyles. The signing of this strategic agreement marks a further upgrade in the relationship between the two companies and the beginning of a new phase of comprehensive strategic cooperation.

This partnership represents another important milestone in Sanhua’s journey toward green, low-carbon, and intelligent development. Looking ahead, Sanhua will continue to empower customer value creation with exceptional products and professional services, working with global partners to build a smarter, low-carbon, and better world.