On September 5, Nanjing Municipal Government signed a strategic cooperation memorandum with A.O. Smith (China) Water Heater Co., Ltd.

With 150 years of history, A.O. Smith Corp. is one of North America’s largest manufacturers of domestic and commercial water heaters, water purification systems, and boilers. Its China headquarters, along with three domestic factories, are based in Nanjing.

The collaboration aligns with Nanjing’s “one headquarters and two bases” strategy, promoting multi-level cooperation and establishing an open platform for industrial innovation.

Kevin WHEELER, CEO of A.O. Smith, praised Nanjing’s business environment and emphasized the company’s commitment to investing in the city, driving technological innovation, and improving product capabilities for the Chinese market. Nanjing remains committed to providing a world-class, business-friendly environment to support companies like A.O. Smith in their growth.