Groundbreaking Ceremony of Guangxi Nanke Heavy Industry Machinery Co., Ltd. Large-Scale Complete Set Intelligent Mining Equipment Project

On January 9, 2024, the groundbreaking ceremony for the Large-Scale Complete Set Intelligent Mining Equipment Project of Guangxi Nanke Heavy Industry Machinery Co., Ltd. was grandly held in the Xinxing Small Town Industrial Park, Liujiang District, Liuzhou City. Over 100 representatives from various departments of the company attended the celebration. Wei Guanghai, Chairman of Yuanhai Group Mining Co., Ltd., was present and delivered an inspiring speech. Leaders from Liujiang District and relevant units were invited to attend and offered their heartfelt congratulations for the groundbreaking ceremony. In the pleasant spring weather, at 9:30 AM, the construction site was decorated with colorful flags, resounding with the beat of drums and gongs, creating a lively and festive atmosphere. A lion dance team performed energetically to cheerful music, while the attendees beamed with joy, eagerly awaiting the exciting moment of the groundbreaking ceremony. The ceremony included segments such as attendee entry, representative speeches, and the unveiling and groundbreaking. After the master of ceremonies announced the start, employee representatives from each department entered in neat formation, all full of spirit, enthusiasm, and confidence in the future. Once the attendees were in place, Chairman Wei Guanghai of Yuanhai Group Mining Co., Ltd. delivered the first speech. In his heartfelt address, he thanked the company’s staff and workers for their years of dedication and hard work that contributed to the sustained, healthy, and stable development of the enterprise. He pointed out that the completion of the Large-Scale Complete Set Intelligent Mining Equipment Project would significantly enhance the production capacity layout of the group, marking a major step toward global expansion and industrial transformation and upgrading. Facing new circumstances and tasks, Chairman Wei encouraged all employees to unite, seize opportunities, overcome difficulties, and forge ahead with a diligent and dedicated attitude, rigorous and solid work style, and passionate drive to accelerate the construction and commissioning of the project. His passionate speech was inspiring and motivating. Yu Qiujing, Secretary of the Liujiang District Committee of Liuzhou City, attended the groundbreaking ceremony and delivered a speech. On behalf of the Liujiang District Government, she extended warm congratulations for the groundbreaking of the project and expressed high hopes for its construction. She also urged all government departments to provide the best services to help the project be completed and put into operation as soon as possible. The Large-Scale Complete Set Intelligent Mining Equipment Project of Guangxi Nanke Heavy Industry Machinery Co., Ltd. is located at No. 365 Liushi Road, Chuanshan Town, Liujiang District, Liuzhou City, Guangxi. The project covers an area of 34,202 square meters, with a total construction area of 21,374 square meters. The main construction includes a standard workshop of 16,463 square meters and an R&D office building of 3,886 square meters. Upon completion and reaching full capacity, the project will have an annual production capacity of 1,000 units of large-scale complete set intelligent mining equipment. It will effectively supplement the machinery manufacturing industry chain, promote industrial structure upgrading, and drive the machinery manufacturing industry toward large-scale, high-end, and intelligent development. This is of great significance for promoting high-quality industrialization development in Liujiang District and Liuzhou City. The total investment for the project is estimated at 146.61 million yuan, with funds for fixed asset investment coming from the owner’s self-raised capital. It is planned to introduce approximately US$15 million in foreign investment, accounting for about 80% of the total investment. Its completion and commissioning represent a new starting point for the group to open up the global market and achieve transformation and upgrading.

Mr. Chepape Visits Our Company for Exchange and Guidance

On July 15, Mr. Chepape visited Guangxi Nanke Heavy Industry Machinery Co., Ltd. to conduct in-depth discussions on exploring the South African market. Wei Guanghai, Chairman of Yuanhai Group Mining Co., Ltd., and Wei Guangguang, Vice Chairman, warmly received Mr. Chepape and accompanied him on a tour of the company’s production workshop, observing the customized production process for the South African project. Following the tour, a strategic cooperation meeting was held in the company’s conference room. Nanke Heavy Industry and Mr. Chepape had in-depth discussions on exploring the South African market, reached a cooperation consensus, and planned to promote market development in South Africa through resource integration and model innovation, laying the foundation for subsequent collaboration.

1. Chairman Wei Guanghai Outlines the Advantages and Cooperation Directions in the South African Market

The company has already established a production line in South Africa and is familiar with the local market. At the same time, it maintains a global strategic partnership with LiuGong Group. Mr. Chepape holds high-quality mining rights resources in South Africa. Both parties can leverage these resources to jointly develop the South African market.

1. Mr. Chepape Provides Recommendations on Market and Energy Issues

Equipment sales should adopt a modular assembly model. Large equipment should be disassembled for transport to South Africa and then assembled locally for sale. This approach reduces costs, minimizes policy obstacles, and increases feasibility.

1. Chairman Wei Guanghai Proposes Replicating the Gabon Model and Expanding into South Africa

The company has established its largest industrial presence in Gabon. It plans to replicate the successful Gabon model in South Africa and invites Mr. Chepape to visit the Gabon project for a firsthand look. Finally, Chairman Wei thanked Mr. Chepape for his professional guidance. Both parties reached a significant consensus on jointly developing the South African market.

This article was published on April 5, 2026, and last updated on April 5, 2026. The article will be continuously updated.