On November 4, the results of the 2025 Forbes China 30&30 Globalization Selection were officially announced. With its outstanding global operational capabilities and in-depth international layout, Wanhua Chemical stood out among numerous overseas-focused enterprises and was once again recognized with the authoritative honor of "Forbes China's Top 30 Globalization Flagship Brands" following its 2024 inclusion.
The 30 selected enterprises represent the backbone of China's globalization forces, collectively demonstrating the distinctive characteristics of "large scale, mature operations, and in-depth globalization." Notably, the 2025 selected enterprises show a clear trend of shifting from consumer internet to industrial technology. For the first time, enterprises in manufacturing, automotive, materials, pharmaceuticals, industrial software, and infrastructure sectors occupy a dominant position.
Analysis of the Forbes list points out that Chinese overseas-focused enterprises are currently undergoing a strategic upgrade from "scale-driven globalization" to "value-driven globalization," and from "Made in China" to "Intelligently Made in China with Global Operations." The most profound transformation lies in moving beyond merely selling single products to the overall export of mature business models, technological systems, and management experiences verified in the Chinese market, thereby achieving an upgrade from "product globalization" to "ecosystem globalization."
Innovation-Driven: Global R&D Network Builds Technological Moat
As an enterprise that regards technological innovation as its core competitiveness, Wanhua Chemical continues to increase R&D investment and has built an impressive technological moat. The company has accumulated more than 8,200 domestic and foreign invention patent applications and has won 7 national-level scientific and technological awards, including the First-Class National Science and Technology Progress Award.
From the "Development and Industrialization of Large-Scale 200,000 Tons/Year MDI Production Technology" to the "Novel Intensification Technology for Rotating Packed Bed Reactors," Wanhua Chemical's pace of innovation has never slowed. The company now possesses 17 world-first technologies, serving industries ranging from daily life to transportation, industry, and green energy.
Global Layout: Localized Ecosystem Empowers In-Depth Globalization
Wanhua Chemical's globalization strategy also extends to building a deeply integrated localized ecosystem. The company has established an extensive global network spanning 12 major production bases and factories, 7 R&D centers, and 28 subsidiaries and offices, covering countries in Asia, Europe, the Americas, and other regions.
This in-depth global layout enables Wanhua Chemical to quickly respond to market demands in various regions, providing global customers with more competitive products and comprehensive solutions. It has advanced from product globalization to service globalization, constructing a solid global operational ecosystem.
Responsibility-Led: Balancing Sustainable Development and Compliant Operations
While accelerating its global layout, Wanhua Chemical has always placed sustainable development and social responsibility at the core. The company has successively won honorary titles such as "National Environmentally Friendly Project," "National Major Demonstration Project for Industrial Circular Economy," and "National Pilot Enterprise for Resource Conservation and Environmental Friendliness."
Looking forward, adhering to its mission of "Chemistry Makes Life Better," Wanhua Chemical will continue to drive technological innovation, deepen localized operations, and uphold its commitment to sustainable development, working with global partners to create a greener and more promising future.
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