Haier refrigerators won the National Science and Technology Progress Award, setting a new benchmark in magnetic freshness preservation technology.
Completed the acquisition and consolidation of Carrier’s Commercial Refrigeration business (CCR), building a global commercial cold-chain platform covering supermarket display cases, cold rooms and related scenarios;
Acquired Electrolux’s South African water-heater brand Kwikot, strengthening our water-heating and HVAC footprint in the Middle East and Africa;
And through voting-rights arrangements, regained control of the Gooday supply chain platform, accelerating the transformation of our retail model in the domestic market.
Broke ground on Haier’s first digital twin industrial park in the Middle East and Africa—the Egypt Eco-Park.
GE Appliances became the largest home appliance company in the U.S.
Haier Smart Home was listed among China’s first "Digital Trailblazers" and ranked first.
The recycling-interconnected factory was launched in Laixi, Qingdao.
Haier and AQUA jointly ranked No.1 in Japan’s major appliance market (GfK).
Haier Science & Innovation Eco-Park officially opened.
Received the “ESG Green Star Company” and “Outstanding Social Responsibility” awards.
Launched SAN YI NIAO, the world’s first scenario brand.
Listed H shares on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, becoming the first company listed in Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Frankfurt.
Led the formulation of the world’s first IEC standard on refrigerator food preservation.
Acquired Italy’s Candy Group.
Qingdao Haier officially renamed Haier Smart Home Co., Ltd.
Selected as one of Fortune’s “World’s Most Admired Companies.”
Zhang Ruimin was awarded the title of “Pioneer of Reform” by the CPC Central Committee and the State Council.
Qingdao Haier (now Haier Smart Home) entered the Fortune Global 500.
Haier’s interconnected air conditioner factory was named a "Lighthouse Factory" by the World Economic Forum.
Haier’s linear compressor technology won China’s 19th Gold Patent Award.
Haier acquired GE Appliances in the United States.
Haier’s U+ Smart Life platform debuted at CeBIT in Hannover.
Casarte’s Italian-style refrigerator received the industry’s first VDE-QTM quality certification.
Haier's first employee-initiated business unit, Thunderobot, was established.
Acquired several businesses from Japan’s Sanyo.
Acquired Fisher & Paykel Appliances.
Ranked No.1 globally in electric water heater sales (BSRIA)
Haier was named the world’s best-selling home appliance company by Euromonitor.
China’s Ministry of Science and Technology designated Haier as the nation’s first pilot enterprise for innovation practices.
In the same year, Haier Electronics acquired 100% equity in Qingdao Haier Logistics, establishing the Gooday logistics and supply chain platform as the asset and platform cornerstone for the Group’s subsequent third-party logistics and integrated channel services.
Haier became the No.1 major appliance brand globally according to Euromonitor, the first time for a Chinese brand.
The "Haier Hammer" was collected by China’s National Museum as a national cultural artifact.
Supported the Beijing Olympics with the “One Gold Medal, One Hope School” public welfare campaign.
Euromonitor ranked Haier No.1 globally in refrigerator market share.
Haier’s Electric Shock-Proof Technology became the first IEC standard from China’s home appliance industry.
Haier’s dual-power washing machine won the China Patent Gold Award and the National Science and Technology Progress Award.
Casarte brand was founded.
Zhang Ruimin introduced the "Rendanheyi" management model.
7,000 Haier air conditioners were sold out in seven hours at Manhattan Plaza, USA.
Haier became the first Chinese brand to light up a billboard in Ginza, Tokyo.
Launched the world’s first dual-power washing machine.
Named China’s first "National Logistics Demonstration Base" by the China Federation of Logistics and Purchasing.
Recognized by Fortune Magazine Group as one of the World’s Best-Managed Companies, the only winner from the Asia-Pacific region.
Haier established its first overseas industrial park in South Carolina, USA.
The Harvard Business School included the case study "Haier Culture Revives a Failing Fish" in its curriculum.
Haier issued exclusive dealership certificates to 12 European distributors, signaling the brand’s emergence on the international stage.
Haier received the prestigious Five-Star Diamond Award from the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences, and CEO Zhang Ruimin was honored with the Five-Star Personal Lifetime Achievement Award.
The first Haier exclusive store opened.
China’s first ultra-slim front-loading washer, "Little Prodigy," was launched.
Haier integrated Red Star Electric Appliance Co., Ltd. and launched China's first all-in-one washer-dryer.
The "Haier Brothers" animated series debuted.
Haier sponsored the construction of its first Hope Primary School in Laixi, Qingdao.
Haier’s CFC-free refrigerator was showcased at the World Earth Day exhibition, becoming the first eco-friendly product from a developing country to be featured.
Haier was listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange.
Produced China's first inverter air conditioner, pioneering a revolution in electronic control technology.
Groundbreaking ceremony held for Qingdao Haier Industrial Park.
Haier Group was established, marking the start of its diversification strategy
Haier received the "Golden Horse Award" and the "National Quality Management Award" for excellence in corporate management
Despite an industry-wide price cut, Haier increased prices by 12% and still experienced brisk sales, winning consumer trust through superior quality and service.
Haier received the first National Gold Medal for quality in China’s refrigerator industry.
Haier won its first international bid in a World Health Organization procurement, defeating brands from over a dozen countries.
Pei Peiyi, former West German Ambassador to China, visited the factory and praised Haier’s entrepreneurial spirit.
Haier destroyed 76 defective refrigerators, setting a precedent for its uncompromising commitment to quality.
Zhang Ruimin led a new leadership team to Qingdao Refrigerator General Factory on Xiaobaigan Road.
