1. History of HAITIAN
Haitian began with a capital of just 100 yuan. Over the past 40 years, the company's founders have, with passion and strong conviction, continuously researched and developed high-quality, stable-functioning injection molding machines to meet customer needs.
2. Driving Force Behind Growth
Haitian is the world’s leading manufacturer in terms of production volume for injection molding machines. In 2010, over 30,000 machines were produced in manufacturing bases spanning more than 1,000,000 m² in regions such as Germany, Turkey, Brazil, and China. These machines were exported to more than 130 countries and regions.
The company’s goal is to become the market leader in terms of sales volume. To achieve this, Haitian is committed to continuous innovation, ongoing upgrades in machine quality, and establishing a clear position in the global market.
3. History of Haitian's China Headquarters
1966: Haitian founded in Ningbo
1972: First injection molding machine released (30g injection capacity)
1984: Haitian trademark registered
1989: First injection molding machine exported
1994: Became global No.1 in production and sales volume of injection molding machines — a position still maintained
1997: Honored as a "Famous Brand of China's Machinery Industry" by the Ministry of Machinery Industry
1998: Joint venture established with DEMAG Injection Molding Group
2004: Selected as one of China's Top 500 Machinery Enterprises by the China Machinery Industry Enterprise Management Association
2005: Again selected as one of China's Top 500 Machinery Enterprises
Joint venture established with Beijing University of Chemical Technology
Certified as a National Enterprise (Group) Technology Center by the State Administration of Taxation, Ministry of Finance, National Development and Reform Commission, and China Customs
Recognized as a China Export Brand by the Ministry of Commerce
2006: Haitian International Holdings listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (SEHK)
Certified again as a China Export Brand by the Ministry of Commerce
Celebrated Haitian’s 40th anniversary
Recognized as the first National Innovation Pilot Enterprise by the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission, All-China Federation of Trade Unions, and the Ministry of Science and Technology
2007: Acquired German company Zhafir Plastics Machinery (formerly DEMAG)
Began production of all-electric injection molding machines
Received China Famous Brand certification
2008: Selected as one of the "Top 100 Enterprises in Zhejiang Province" and “Top 500 Machinery Enterprises in China”
2010: Achieved annual sales of 30,000 units; maintained position as global market leader
2011: Achieved annual sales of about 40,000 units; continued as global market leader
Supplied 1,200 machines annually to the Japanese injection molding industry
2012: Maintained annual sales of 40,000 units and market leadership
2013: Celebrated 10th anniversary of the Brazilian factory
2014: Maintained No.1 global production and sales for 9 consecutive years
Developed and sold 6,600-ton injection molding machines
2015: Opened 15th factory in China; annual production capacity of electric injection molding machines reached 10,000 units
2016: Celebrated 50th anniversary of Haitian’s founding
Established Thai subsidiary
Founded Haitian Die Casting Equipment Company
Listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange
2017: Obtained OHSAS18001 and ISO14001 certifications
Surpassed 200,000 units sold in the MARS Series
2018: Awarded as a High-Tech Enterprise
Began operations at Turkish and Indian factories
2019: Released 3rd generation injection molding machines