Haier Group and General Electric has announced a Memorandum of Understanding to cooperate globally and jointly pursue growth projects in focus areas where both companies can increase business competitiveness such as Industrial Internet, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing. In addition, Qingdao Haier, Shanghai stock exchange listed company that is 41% owned by Haier, will acquire the GE Appliances business (“GE Appliances”). Qingdao Haier acquired all overseas operations of Haier Group in June 2015, as part of the expansion of Haier’s global business.: «This strategic alliance –stated Zhang Ruimin, chairman and CEO of Haier Group – provides a new starting point for both Haier and GE and I am confident that this partnership will deliver enhanced value to the stakeholders of both companies. Furthermore, we share common goals that we hope to achieve together: enhancing the value of the Haier and GE brands and developing our employees by encouraging autonomous innovation and cooperation.»
