FACE TO FACE
ISMR : Please give a brief background to Chin Fong , including its corporate philosophy ?
ST : Currently , we are the largest professional mechanical press manufacturer in Taiwan , with a robust R & D team . Our products are marketed globally , and our service network spans various regions . We are a well-known name in the press industry .
Our origins go back to a small ironworks factory , now an international conglomerate . Enduring economic storms , two zero-to-hero start-up journeys and maturing over decades , we have become Taiwan ’ s largest forging equipment manufacturer .
Chin Fong ’ s operating philosophy is Innovation + Service + Feedback . On customer service , we uphold a partner-oriented approach . This embodies our three-fold philosophy of ‘ Innovation ’ for seeking change and value , ‘ Service ’ with a customer-centric focus and ‘ Feedback ’ in returning benefits . We aim to provide customers with superior levels of service .
We understand that innovation , service and feedback are three indispensable elements that intertwine and complement each other , forming the cornerstone of our operations . We will continuously advance innovation , elevate service quality and contribute to society through various forms of feedback , creating more value for customers , employees and the community .
Chin Fong press for automotive stamping .
extends specifically to our C-frame presses , marking a historic milestone . Chin Fong Machine now proudly stands as the inaugural metal forging equipment manufacturer in Taiwan to attain dual certification for both carbon disclosure and product carbon footprint ,
Inline automotive sheet metal stamping line , incorporating Chin Fong ’ s SL4 Series straightside presses . reinforcing its commitment to environmental stewardship and industry leadership .
At the close of 2022 , Chin Fong Machine embarked on an extensive carbon disclosure journey , securing dual certification for ISO14064-1 and ISO14067 . This achievement not only underscores our dedication to sustainable business practices but also highlights our deep-rooted commitment to the wellbeing of the planet . Moving forward , we remain steadfast in our focus on green design and process enhancements , actively working towards creating and introducing environmentally friendly and sustainable solutions that align with global trends for the benefit of our customers .
Controlling carbon emissions is an essential step towards attaining carbon neutrality . In a proactive move , Chin Fong , under the guidance of consultants , dedicated substantial efforts to training dozens of employees as seeded carbon disclosure personnel last year . These endeavours came to fruition with the award of the greenhouse gas verification certificate in October 2023 .
Looking ahead , we are setting ambitious goals , intending to extend the carbon disclosure experience of the parent company to all subsidiary entities within the group by 2024 . The overarching aim is to achieve greenhouse gas disclosure for the entire Chin Fong group within the same timeframe .
2023 was also the best year for the group in terms of business operations and profitability . The primary driving force behind this success is attributed to our overseas subsidiaries , who particularly benefited from increased demand in mainland China ’ s automotive industry . This surge has provided ample opportunities and orders for Chin Fong ’ s products . Orders from companies such as BYD , and other automotive-related manufacturers , have played a significant role .
Chin Fong ( China ) accounted for 60-65 % of
ISMR : Please highlight any notable successes and achievements over the past two-three years ( including 2023 business results )?
ST : In a groundbreaking achievement , Chin Fong Machine has secured verification from SGS for ISO 14064-1 greenhouse gas and ISO 14067 Carbon Footprint . This recognition
Chin Fong ’ s team celebrates its dual environmental certification .
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