Diehl Controls was honored for outstanding contributions over the past decades at the "Haier Group 40th Anniversary Commemoration and Next-Decade Strategic Development Seminar." The event took place at December 26th in Qingdao and recognized the achievements of individuals and organizations that have significantly contributed to Haier's development.
Diehl Controls received the "Special Contribution Award" from Haier's founder and former Chairman & CEO, Zhang Ruimin. This highest honor was awarded to only two suppliers: Diehl Controls and Baosteel, the world's largest steelmaker. Other awardees included government authorities, professors, and valued Haier customers, totaling 11 recipients.
Dong Haiyong, Chief Sales Officer of Diehl Controls Asia, as highly honored guest was invited to the stage, attend the "Launching Ceremony of Writing a New Journey" and the presentation of the new book "Fall in love with Haier" as represented the 12,000 Haier suppliers.
The event was organized at a high level. The company's President, Liang Haishan, moderated the event, while the Board Chairman & CEO, Zhou Yunjie, and Haier's founder, Zhang Ruimin, held speeches. Central government authorities and the Mayor of Qingdao, Mr. Zhao, also participated and delivered congratulatory speeches.
The ceremony also provided an ideal platform for expanding strategic relationships. In personal conversations, Dong Haiyong exchanged views with Haier's leadership team. A special gesture of appreciation was the personal invitation to Diehl Controls CEO Carsten Wolff and the board to the "Haier Global Supplier Conference 2025," which will take place on March 19, 2025, in Shanghai. Diehl Controls is very pleased with this invitation and is grateful for the great trust and continuous support from Haier.