Longfor

Longfor, officially Longfor Properties Co., Ltd., commonly known simply as Longfor, is a Chinese real estate developer and property management company. The group focuses on integrated urban development, combining residential, commercial, and office components within large-scale developments. Its projects often include shopping centers, office buildings, and residential communities designed to function as self-contained living environments.

The company operates primarily in China, with projects across multiple cities in various regions. Longfor pursues a long-term asset strategy that blends property development with its property management and services arm, allowing it to generate ongoing revenue from property management contracts, community services, and ancillary facilities in addition to project development.

Longfor was established in the late 1990s and has grown into a major player in China’s urban development and commercial property sectors. It is publicly listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, providing access to a broad base of investors. The group emphasizes sustainability and green building practices, aiming to improve energy efficiency, reduce carbon emissions across its developments, and secure green certifications for new projects.

Beyond development, Longfor has expanded its footprint in property services, including facilities management and community-related services, to deliver ongoing value to residents and tenants. The company is frequently cited in discussions of China’s urbanization and the role of mixed-use megaprojects in contemporary city planning.