On February 2, the comprehensive resumption of operations across Weichai Group’s manufacturing system marked the first day back at work after the Chinese New Year. To usher in the year with a clear focus, the company convened a post-holiday safety “First Lesson” meeting. This initiative aimed to invigorate all personnel with heightened safety awareness, enforce accountability at every operational level, and ensure employees shift their focus promptly back to work, stepping seamlessly into their roles and responsibilities.

On February 1, coinciding with the fourth day of the Chinese New Year, Man Shengang, Secretary of the Party Committee and Chairman of Shandong Heavy Industry Group, embarked on a comprehensive visit to Asiastar Bus and Yangzhou Diesel Engine in Yangzhou City. These entities, affiliated with the Group, have commenced production, and Man took the opportunity to meet and extend his regards to the frontline workers. Accompanying him on this visit were Zhang Li, a standing member of the CPC Yangzhou Municipal Committee and Secretary of the Party Working Committee of the Yangzhou Economic and Technological Development Zone, as well as Ma Changhai, a member of the Group’s Party Committee and Deputy General Manager.

On January 27, the day before the Chinese New Year’s Eve, Shandong Heavy Industry Group held a virtual New Year celebration connecting both domestic and overseas employees. Man Shengang, Secretary of the Party Committee and Chairman of the Group, led the leadership team of the Group and its affiliated enterprises in a video call with overseas staff. They extended heartfelt greetings and New Year wishes to those who are steadfastly working on the frontlines of overseas markets, as well as to employees stationed at overseas subsidiaries.

In the morning of January 25, with the arrival of the Chinese New Year, Man Shengang, Secretary of the Party Committee and Chairman of Shandong Heavy Industry Group, visited Zhangjiarui, a veteran leader, and Wang Wenyang, a worker in distress, and sent them holiday greetings and Spring Festival wishes.

On the occasion of the New Year of Yisi Snake Year, Wang Zhijian, Ye Jianjun and Ma Changhai, members of the Party Committee of Shandong Heavy Industry Group, respectively represented the Party Committee of Shandong Heavy Industry Group and Party Secretary Man Shengang in Jinan, Weifang, Jining, Linyi and other places to carry out New Year visit activities.

Happy New Year Vibes in the Air! Weichai Conducts Colorful Activities to Welcome Chinese New Year

Following the Shandong Heavy Industry Group's 2025 annual conference on January 18, a wave of enthusiasm for action and innovation has swept across various sectors of the Group. There is a strong emphasis on benchmarking, innovative excellence, and collaborative efforts. The group is vibrant with the spirit of perseverance, filled with the passion for pursuing dreams, and energized by a commitment to practical work, aiming to take on new responsibilities and achieve new accomplishments both provincially and nationally.

On January 20, Weichai Group held a leadership meeting to convey and learn from the spirit of Shandong Heavy Industry Group's 2025 Annual Conference. The meeting aimed to further clarify objectives, strengthen confidence, and inspire enthusiasm, driving Weichai to new heights and achievements, while continuing to lead and play a pivotal role in the high-quality development of Shandong Heavy Industry Group.

On January 18, the 2025 annual conference of Shandong Heavy Industry Group was held in Jinan. The conference reviewed the Group's economic performance for 2024, analyzed the current internal and external challenges, and strategically planned the key priorities for 2025, so as to set the stage for embarking on a new journey, reaching new heights, and achieving new accomplishments. Man Shengang, Secretary of the Party Committee and Chairman of Shandong Heavy Industry Group, delivered a speech titled "Never Resting, Always Leading, Striving for Excellence: Accelerating Towards a World-Class Multinational High-end Equipment Group." The conference was presided over by Wang Zhijian, Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee and General Manager, while Ye Jianjun, Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee and Director, announced the commendation decisions.

On January 17, Man Shengang, Secretary of the Party Committee and Chairman of Shandong Heavy Industry Group, met in Jinan with the management teams from 8 overseas subsidiaries, including KION Group (Germany), Ferretti Group (Italy), PSI (USA), Dematic (USA), Baudouin (France), Linde Hydraulics (Germany), Argo-Hytos (Germany), and VDS (Austria). The meeting focused on reviewing the 2024 business performance and discussing key priorities for 2025. Shandong Heavy Industry Group’s Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee and General Manager, Wang Zhijian, along with other senior executives, attended the meeting.