Founded in 1972 in Shandong Province, China, Weifang Special Steel Group Co., Ltd. (WSSG) produces high-quality, industrial-grade products for the manufacturing sector and related industries. It specializes in iron and steel production, steel rolling, oxygen production, waste heat power generation, and the creation of new building materials. Employing more than 6,600 people, the company is one of the top-500 largest companies in China’s manufacturing industry, and generates annual revenues equivalent to approximately US$1.5 billion.
To supercharge China’s economic development, the Chinese government has launched the “Made in China 2025” strategic plan. This state-led initiative aims to enhance domestic manufacturing capabilities in a wide range of sectors, including transport, energy, and agriculture.