Chinese companies exhibit mining and energy sectors technologies

Judith Phiri

Several Chinese companies are exhibiting mining and energy sector technologies at the 65th edition of the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) 2025.

This is in line with this year’s theme: “Industrialisation: Crafting an Integrated Economic Landscape”, which has attracted exhibitors from across Zimbabwe, the region, and the globe.

In an interview, Mr Edwin Lyu-Yantai from Yantai Jinpeng Mining Machinery Company Limited said they were showcasing some of their mining solution technologies.

“We have a number of mining sector technologies that include crushers, magnetic concentration, automatic control, conveyors, among other things. We have worked with a number of mining companies in Zimbabwe and we are targeting to broaden our clientele here at ZITF 2025 so that they can procure our world-class products we also manufacture customised specialised equipment and machinery,” he said.

Mr Noko Mutize, the marketing manager of Sino Blast Mining Explosives said they were showcasing safe mining products.

“Mining is one of the critical sectors here in Zimbabwe and responsible mining is critical. We have a number of products that promote environmentally friendly mining practices, we are capitalising on ZITF 2025 to showcase these products to the mining sector,” he said.

Ms Li Wen from Xiangwei Pipe said they were one of the biggest pipe manufacturers in China and they were providing their services across the globe.

“We are already supplying our products here in Zimbabwe mainly for irrigation schemes and even for some mining initiatives. We are here at ZITF 2025 to strike business deals with a number of companies for our pvc pipes and water pipes accessories,” she said.

Mr Abby Han from Shandong Xinhai Mining Technology and Equipment said they have done projects for some of the biggest mining companies in the country and they were working on providing their products and services to more mines in Zimbabwe.

“As one of the leaders of mineral processing industry in the world, we are to engage and provide more mine companies with technical support for mineral processing service, aiming at customising professional mineral processing process for each mine and help customers to maximise mineral processing,” he said.

Rainbow Solar sales and marketing manager, Mr Edward Matimba said they were showcasing their new product, genix green solar batteries.

“We are witnessing manufacturing of solar panels and lithium batteries in order to avert crippling power outages while embracing clean renewable energy. Our are lithium batteries offer several advantages, including high energy density, longer lifespans, faster charging, and a lower weight compared to traditional batteries,” he said.