Why NEARSUN

NEARSUN GROUP

Why NEARSUN

For decades, NEARSUN has developed material handling equipment, global support, and intelligent solutions around real operating needs.

A Global Material Handling Partner

Company

A Global Material Handling Partner

Founded in 1956, NEARSUN combines full-line equipment manufacturing, international dealer support, and continued investment in new-energy and intelligent handling solutions.

From counterbalance and warehouse trucks to side loaders, reach stackers, AGVs, and more, the product range supports diverse handling environments.

TOP 8
Global ranking in industrial trucks and services
7,000+
People worldwide
330,000+
New units sold worldwide in 2025
180+
Countries and regions served
13%
Share of the global industrial vehicle market
The Principles Behind Every Move

Culture

The Principles Behind Every Move

Courage, passion, innovation, and integrity guide the way NEARSUN develops products, works with partners, and supports customers.

Mission

Make material handling easier.

Vision

Be the best forklift truck manufacturer in the world.

Spirit

Progressive, practical, creative, and harmonious.

Core Values

Integrity, responsibility, and sharing.

Milestones

Built Through Continuous Progress

From a mechanical repair factory in Hangzhou to a global material handling group, the timeline records NEARSUN’s manufacturing and international development.

Start-up Stage

Foundation of Hangzhou Mechanical Repair Factory.
The first CZ3 forklift truck was made.
The 100,000th NEARSUN truck milestone.
Model CPC3 received the industry National Silver Medal.
NEARSUN received ISO9000 certification.
Reformed to Hangzhou Forklift Truck Co., Ltd.

Steady Development

Foundation of Zhejiang NEARSUN Engineering Machinery.
Foundation of NEARSUN Import & Export.
Held the first Global Dealers Conference.
Moved to the Lin’an economic development zone.
Renamed to NEARSUN GROUP Co., Ltd.

Rapid Development & Globalization

Held the second Global Dealers Conference.
Developed AGV systems and vehicles.
Hengfan industrial park phase I.
Foundation of NEARSUN Europe GmbH in Frankfurt.
Listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange.
Foundation of NEARSUN Southeast Asia Co., Ltd. in Bangkok.
Foundation of HC Forklift America Corporation in Charlotte.
Annual sales exceeded 100,000 units.
Hengfan industrial park phase II.
Foundation of NEARSUN Canada Inc. in Montreal.
Held the third Global Dealers Conference.
Foundation of NEARSUN Netherlands B.V. in Almere.
Foundation of NEARSUN companies in Thailand, Australia, Brazil, and Mexico.
Foundation of NEARSUN Global Service Co., Ltd.
New companies in Indonesia, Japan, Thailand, Malaysia, and France expanded the global network.
Foundation of NEARSUN Vietnam Co., Ltd.

Group Strength

Capabilities That Support Every Product

Manufacturing, testing, research, and customer experience are connected to keep product development focused on real operating demands.
Intelligent Manufacturing

250,000

Annual output reported for three manufacturing parks

Intelligent Manufacturing

Automatic assembly, coating, welding, and logistics systems support digital production across three manufacturing parks.

Advanced Testing Facilities

130+

Advanced testing facilities

Advanced Testing Facilities

A national-approved test center and three vehicle test sites cover safety, performance, reliability, and application testing.

Strong R&D Team

5 / 4 / 1

Forklift, parts, and technology research institutes

Strong R&D Team

Research institutes, a test center, and an AGV project team help NEARSUN respond to customization needs quickly.

Customer Reference

50+

Years focused on forklift manufacturing and innovation

Customer Reference

Customer experience across industries informs intelligent and sustainable material handling solutions around the world.

Certificate

Quality Management With Shared Standards

Environmental, quality, safety, and battery transport standards help establish consistent processes across NEARSUN operations.
  • ISO14001ISO14001 Environmental Management
  • ISO9001ISO9001 Quality Management
  • OHSAS18001OHSAS18001 Occupational Health and Safety
  • UN383UN38.3 Battery Transport Testing

Case Studies

Solutions Shaped by Real Work

The official NEARSUN case library covers agriculture, building materials, beverage logistics, and many more demanding applications.
NEARSUN Powers Poindexter Nut’s Massive Walnut Harvest

Agriculture

NEARSUN Powers Poindexter Nut’s Massive Walnut Harvest

NEARSUN Lithium Solutions for the Building Materials Industry

Building Materials

NEARSUN Lithium Solutions for the Building Materials Industry

NEARSUN Powers Coca-Cola Logistics with Lithium Forklifts

Beverage Logistics

NEARSUN Powers Coca-Cola Logistics with Lithium Forklifts

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