Guangdong Tapai Group Co., Ltd.

Guangdong Tapai Group Co., Ltd. is a prominent manufacturer listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange, specializing in the production and sales of Portland cement and premixed concrete. Established in 2008, the company operates three cement production bases located in Meizhou City and Huizhou City in Guangdong Province, as well as Longyan City in Fujian Province. With an annual production capacity of 20 million tons, Guangdong Tapai Group is recognized as a leading regional cement provider in eastern Guangdong. The company's primary business lines include the production of Portland cement clinker and general Portland cement, marketed under four brands: "TA PAI," "YUE TA," "JIA YING," and "HENG TA." These products are widely utilized in various infrastructure projects such as highways, railways, and airports. Guangdong Tapai Group has developed a comprehensive industrial chain, ensuring a stable supply of raw materials and enhancing operational efficiency through technological innovations. The company maintains a strong market presence, supported by an extensive sales network and strategic partnerships, positioning it favorably within the competitive landscape of the cement industry.

1. Advantages of industry policy support: The Company is one of the 60 large cement producers supported by the Chinese government for structural adjustments to the cement industry and is supported by national industrial policies. 2. Advantages of a complete industrial chain: According to the resource dependence and regional characteristics of the cement industry, the Company has established a resource-anchored and market-driven industrial layout. Eastern Guangdong (Meizhou and Huizhou mountainous areas), where the Company is located, is one of the three largest cement clinker bases in Guangdong Province. The influence of the industry cluster is beginning to take shape. The Company has established a complete industrial chain, controlling rich, high-quality mineral reserves upstream to ensure a stable supply of raw materials. In the midstream, the Company enhances quality, efficiency and cost reduction through technological innovation and process optimization, including investments in distributed photovoltaic energy storage and co-disposal of solid waste in cement kilns. Downstream, the Company has built a comprehensive sales network and several concrete mixing stations to deepen market penetration. The comprehensive industrial chain has significantly strengthened the Company's resilience to risks and results flexibility. 3. Advantages of location and regional leadership: The Company is a highly competitive regional cement leader in the eastern Guangdong market, with a clinker production capacity of 14.73 million tons. It ranks 16th national in clinker production capacity in 2024 (source: China Cement Association). Its cement production capacity reaches 20 million tons. All three of the Company's cement production bases are located near key markets, minimizing transportation distances and significantly reducing costs. This has enhanced results flexibility. The Company's prime location enables it to benefit from the sustainable cement demand from the GBA and the development of the Guangdong coastal economic belt. 4. Advantages of marketing: The Company has leveraged its strong product competitiveness and brand reputation to establish an extensive sales network with more than 2,000 sales outlets. It has forged long-term and stable partnerships with distributors and put in place an e-commerce platform for TA PAI Cement, further enhancing its regional market share. 5. Advantages of brand: With over 50 years of experience in the cement industry, the Company has established a strong brand presence in eastern Guangdong. Its four brands—"TA PAI", "JIA YING", "YUE TA" and "HENG TA"—enjoy high popularity, recognition and reputation. Notably, "TA PAI" holds significant influence not only in Guangdong but also in surrounding regions such as western Fujian and southern Jiangxi. 6. Advantages of equipment and technology: The Company operates six new dry process rotary kiln cement clinker production lines each with a daily capability of 4,500 tons or more, including two 10,000-ton lines. This showcases its technological edge. The Company has actively implemented the strategy of "technology promotes enterprise development" and maintained long-term cooperation with colleges and universities such as South China University of Technology. The Company's provincial-level cement technology center and engineering technology R&D center are leading the way in cement production technology. 7. Advantages of management: The Company's management team brings extensive experience in the cement industry. Their deep understanding of the sector's dynamics and sharp market insights allow them to respond quickly to changes. The team's commitment to innovation has resulted in a unique management model. The Company continuously improves its governance structure. With the implementation of a long-term employee stock ownership plan, it has built a strong bond with its employees, strengthening team cohesion and efficiency. Reforms in leader selection and performance appraisal have created a disciplined, rigorous, and highly organized management team.