Zoomlion Reports Significant Growth in Q1 2025 Fueled by International Revenue Increase
Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science & Technology Co., Ltd. (stock code: 1157.HK), a renowned global leader in construction machinery, has publicly shared strong financial results for the first quarter of 2025. The company reported that it registered significant year-on-year increases across various financial metrics, marking a notable quarter in its expansion strategy.
For Q1 2025, Zoomlion achieved operational revenue totaling 12.12 billion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 2.9%. Adding to this success, the company's net profit attributable to shareholders skyrocketed by 54%, reaching 1.41 billion yuan. Furthermore, the net operating cash flow showed a splendid increase of 141%, amounting to 740 million yuan compared to the same period last year.
The international revenue segment has been a focal point of growth, reporting a remarkable increase of 15.2% year-on-year, totaling 6.57 billion yuan, which now accounts for 54.2% of the company’s overall revenue. This rise illustrates the effectiveness of Zoomlion’s globalization strategy, as the company has expanded its operational footprint to include over 30 sales points and 12 spare parts warehouses in various countries, including the United Kingdom, Germany, South Korea, Turkey, Indonesia, and Peru. Additionally, investments have been made in building a smart factory in Hungary and pursuing the second phase of its facilities in Germany, which, upon completion, is expected to boost production capacity in Europe to nearly 10 billion yuan.
By the end of this quarter, Zoomlion maintained an expansive global presence with over 430 sales points and more than 220 spare parts warehouses. The company employs approximately 7,300 individuals outside of China, including around 4,600 local workers, demonstrating its strong commitment to local economies. Continued efforts to forge partnerships with local financial institutions globally are also in place, aimed at providing enhanced financial services to its international clientele.
Operating in 170 countries and regions, the operational resilience and balanced approach adopted by Zoomlion effectively mitigates risks associated with fluctuating policies in various markets. This diversified global strategy has laid a substantial foundation for stable long-term growth and reinforced the company’s anticipation of a greater international presence.
In addition to its traditional gears focused on concrete machinery and cranes, Zoomlion’s diversification segments, which include aerial platforms, earth-moving equipment, mining machinery, and agricultural machines, have shown remarkable momentum. The company has responded dynamically to evolving market demands, strengthening its capabilities in these areas.
Innovation remains at the heart of Zoomlion’s strategy, as the company continues to invest heavily in cutting-edge technologies. With a focus not only on fundamental research but also on advanced fields such as Artificial Intelligence, cloud computing, and the Internet of Things, Zoomlion leads the industry in digital technology patent applications. The establishment of a future-oriented industrial ecosystem is underway, aimed at transforming competitive dynamics within the construction equipment sector.
With a diversified global structure, rising international demands, and a strong commitment to innovation, Zoomlion is well-positioned to accelerate growth and solidify its leadership in the construction machinery market for 2025 and beyond.