Hanshow's 2025 ESG Report: Pioneering Sustainable Retail Transformation
On May 28, 2026,
Hanshow, a global leader in electronic shelf labels (ESL) and digital retail solutions, unveiled its 2025 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) report. This pivotal document outlines the company’s strides in sustainable development, technological innovation, and responsible retail transformation, all framed within the sustainable development strategy known as
EPIIC.
Key Highlights of the ESG Report
Hanshow’s recent report emphasizes how the company integrates environmental, social, and governance factors into its overarching strategy. As the retail sector transitions towards digital and low-carbon operations, Hanshow advances its
Strategy 2.0, which leverages artificial intelligence (AI), data analytics, and digital twin technologies as fundamental pillars.
The ESG principles are now deeply embedded across various facets of the group activities, including product innovation, supply chain management, customer services, and global operations.
Innovative Solutions for Retail
Hanshow is also committed to expanding its portfolio of intelligent retail solutions. The report highlights several cutting-edge products, including:
- - NexShelf: An AI-driven shelf management system designed to enhance performance and in-store execution.
- - NexConnect: Intelligent shopping carts that ensure a smooth and personalized shopping experience.
- - NexMate: Smart robotics aimed at automating operations and enhancing operational efficiency.
- - NexOptim: Intelligent management of equipment and energy to lower costs and consumption.
- - NexGrid: Smart energy solutions for a more sustainable and low-carbon retail environment.
These innovations help retailers improve operational efficiency, optimize energy consumption, reduce emissions, and enrich the customer experience. In 2025, Hanshow supported retailers in over 80 countries worldwide.
Governance and Social Responsibility
From a governance perspective, Hanshow is continually strengthening its standards regarding compliance, risk management, and data protection. The firm currently possesses more than 800 intellectual property assets and holds key certifications, including
SOC 2 Type II and
SOC 3. The company has also received notable external recognitions, such as a Wind ESG rating of
A and EcoVadis gold medal.
On the social front, Hanshow remains dedicated to fostering an inclusive and responsible work environment. As a signatory of the
Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs) established by the UN, the company is advancing initiatives geared towards training, inclusive hiring, community engagement, and education.
Collaboration is a cornerstone of Hanshow’s strategy. The company partners with numerous international retail players, technology partners, academic institutions, and supply chain stakeholders to accelerate responsible innovation. Noteworthy initiatives include working with
Microsoft on the Store Digital Twin framework and conducting research with
Cambridge University. Furthermore, Hanshow is actively chairing the BLE ESL working group within the
Bluetooth SIG to evolve industry standards.
Looking Forward
“Our IPO marks a new chapter in responsibility,” stated
Shiguo Hou, CEO of Hanshow. “Guided by our EPIIC framework, we assist retailers in creating sustainable value while driving the industry's transition to a smarter, low-carbon future.”
Through their newly crafted ESG roadmap, Hanshow reaffirms its ambition to contribute to a more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable global retail ecosystem. As the retail sector continues to evolve, Hanshow's commitment to these principles positions them as a forward-thinking leader in sustainable retail solutions.