On February 10, Wankai New Materials held its 2026 Spring Gala under the theme “Innovating for Growth, Thriving Together.” The event brought together company leaders and employees to reflect on the accomplishments of 2025, celebrate the dedication of the team, and set the stage for a promising 2026. The gala combined recognition of outstanding achievements, heartfelt messages, and moments of joy and camaraderie, highlighting the spirit and unity that drive Wankai forward.
February 5, 2026, Zhejiang, China – The China National Center for Food Safety Risk Assessment (CFSA) has approved Poly(ethylene furanoate) (PEF) as a new food-contact material, according to a recent announcement issued under China's Food Safety Law.
Recently, BASF (China) Co., Ltd., a global leader in the chemical industry, and Sichuan Zhengdakai New Materials Co., Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Wankai New Materials, officially signed an innovation cooperation memorandum in Dazhou, Sichuan. This marks the beginning of a new chapter in strategic collaboration between the two parties, focusing on green chemicals and innovative materials.
In the era of advanced materials, sustainable development is not just about reducing environmental impact. It also reflects how industrial enterprises build long-term technological capability, resilient production systems, and social value. Zhink Group, the parent company of Wankai New Materials, exemplifies this evolution, transforming from a regional textile manufacturer into a diversified industrial group with a global footprint in polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and polyester materials.
Recently, led by the Robotics Division of Wankai New Materials, and in collaboration with Linkerbot — a globally leading dexterous hand company — Zhejiang Qingmei Zhisu Technology Co., Ltd. (“Qingmei Zhisu”) was officially established. The company is committed to providing one-stop lightweight solutions for the embodied intelligence industry, covering material selection, structural design, precision manufacturing, and performance testing.
Haining, China – December 3, 2025 – A pivotal step in the global transition to a circular economy was taken today as China's Wankai New Materials Co., Ltd. and France's Carbios, a pioneer in enzymatic recycling solutions, signed an agreement to build the world's first industrial-scale plant producing recycled Polyethylene Terephthalate (rPET) using enzymatic depolymerization technology. The joint venture will establish a 50,000-ton-per-year facility in Haining, Zhejiang.
On November 19, 2025, the Plastics & Rubber Indonesia Expo (PLASTICS & RUBBER INDONESIA) opened at JIEXPO Kemayoran, Jakarta. As Indonesia’s most comprehensive annual event for the plastics and rubber industry, it brings together leading global companies and professionals to showcase the complete industry ecosystem.
In a significant move to advance sustainable chemical solutions, BASF (China) Company Ltd. and Sichuan Zhengdakai New Materials Co., Ltd., an affiliate of Wankai New Materials Co., Ltd. (SZSE: 301216), have signed a Memorandum of Innovation Cooperation. The signing ceremony, held today in Dazhou, Sichuan Province, marks the beginning of a strategic partnership focused on natural gas-based fine chemicals and plastic recycling technologies.
On November 10, Wankai New Materials Chairman Mr. Shen Zhigang, together with Director, Deputy General Manager, and Chief Engineer Mr. Qiu Zengming, and Deputy General Manager Mr. Chen Canzhong, visited COSCO SHIPPING Holdings Co., Ltd. for an in-depth exchange and strategic signing ceremony. The delegation was warmly received by Mr. Tao Weidong, General Manager of COSCO SHIPPING Holdings, along with Deputy General Managers Mr. Xu Feipan and Mr. Qian Ming.
On November 6, the China-France Business Climate Forum was successfully held in Shanghai. The event was co-organized by the Economic Section of the French Embassy in China, Business France, and the China-France Chamber of Commerce (CCI France Chine), bringing together influential international brands and technology innovators to explore the future of sustainable development.
Wankai New Materials Co., Ltd. has embarked on a strategic visit to France, Denmark, and Germany to strengthen global collaboration in plastic circularity. Led by Director and Chief Engineer Mr. Qiu Zengming, the company engaged with leading European partners — Carbios, Novonesis, and BASF — to accelerate the development of enzymatic PET recycling, low-carbon production, and sustainable material innovation.
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