midea

Midea Group Co., Ltd. is a Chinese multinational manufacturer of home appliances and HVAC systems, headquartered in Foshan, Guangdong. It is one of the world's largest producers of white goods and has expanded into robotics, automation, and smart home solutions through its corporate brands and subsidiaries.

Founded in 1968 by He Xiangjian as a small workshop making electric fans in Shunde, Foshan, Midea grew into a diversified appliance company with global manufacturing and distribution networks. The group pursued international expansion and technology investments, including the 2016 acquisition of German robotics firm KUKA.

It produces air conditioners, refrigerators, washing machines, water heaters, microwaves, and other household appliances, as well as commercial HVAC equipment and industrial automation products. The company emphasizes energy efficiency and Internet of Things connectivity, integrating smart features across many products and services.

Midea operates manufacturing, R&D, and service facilities in China and overseas, with a global presence across Asia, Europe, the Americas, and other regions. It employs tens of thousands of people and serves both consumer and industrial markets through a broad distribution network.

As a major player in the global appliance industry, Midea continues to expand through product diversification, strategic acquisitions, and investments in intelligent manufacturing and robotics, aiming to strengthen its position in domestic and international markets.