Covering an extensive area of approximately 27,000 square meters and with a total investment of 500 million RMB, including 250 million for plant construction and corresponding fixed asset investment, the expansion includes a range of facilities such as offices, administrative buildings, production workshops, warehouses, and research labs. This strategic initiative aligns seamlessly with our objective of integrating state-of-the-art product technology and production lines from our German headquarters to tailor products specifically for the Chinese market, marking an important milestone in our 'Local for Local' strategy.

The project endeavors to enhance production capabilities and streamline operations, aiming to facilitate faster response times, shorter lead times, and product customization, effectively meeting the dynamic demands of local customers.

The groundbreaking ceremony on April 30th marked a momentous occasion, graced by key executives including Thomas Nürnberger, Chief Sales Officer of the ebm‑papst Group and CEO of Air Technology for the APAC&MEA region, alongside esteemed government officials including Xi'an Mayor Niuping YE, Vice Mayor Hao MENG, and other project stakeholders. This event underscored our unwavering commitment to bolstering our presence in China and strengthening our collaboration with the Xi'an government and the Economic & Technological Development Zone.

The collaboration between ebm‑papst and the Xi'an government epitomizes mutual trust and a shared vision for economic development. Hao MENG emphasized that the project signifies not only a crucial strategic initiative for ebm‑papst to penetrate the domestic market and bolster capacity upgrades but also a significant milestone for Xi'an in advancing the development of the northern span and fostering a robust industrial city.

"ebm‑papst's decision to continue investing in Xi'an underscores our unwavering confidence in the Chinese market and the enduring partnership between Xi'an and the Economic & Technological Development Zone," expressed Thomas Nürnberger. He emphasized that the groundbreaking ceremony not only commemorated the laying of the foundation stone of a new plant but also marked the acceleration of ebm‑papst's future strategic plans. ebm‑papst group is poised to leverage its technological prowess, product innovation, and localized operational expertise to develop a diverse portfolio of high-quality, competitive products, paving the way for groundbreaking advancements in energy efficiency.