IBI Strengthens Collaboration in the Phosphate Chemical Industry Chain — A Visit to Hubei

Connecting Industries, Linking the Future!
Following the “Double Ten” festival, a delegation led by Liu Quan, Chairman of IBI, embarked on a field visit across Hubei to promote digital transformation and efficient operation of the phosphate chemical industry. The team included Yin Haifeng, CEO of Feidoodoo, Lv Wen, Strategic Partner of Feidoodoo, Xu Hai, Founding Partner and Head of Risk Control at Honghu Zhiyuan Capital, and Xiong Hongguo, Vice President of Feidoodoo.

Key Visits and Exchanges

• Visited Hubei Zhongfu Chemical Group to reinforce the Yichang Phosphate Fertilizer Cloud Factory construction.

• Visited Hubei Xingfa Chemical Group (600141.SH) to discuss digital supply chain cooperation.

• Visited Hubei Liuguo Chemical Co., Ltd. (600470.SH) to expand comprehensive business collaboration.

• Visited Hubei Ezho Ecological Engineering Co., Ltd. to explore phosphate chemical industry chain synergy.

• Visited Hubei New Yangfeng Group (000902.SZ) to discuss agricultural materials supply chain operations.

• Signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Zigui County Government on the Feidoodoo Headquarters Economic Project.

Through these visits, IBI’s Duoduo platform continued to deepen its footprint across Hubei, forging stronger partnerships between industry players and local governments.

Yichang: Deepening Cooperation on the Phosphate Chemical Cloud Factory Project

At 4:00 p.m., the IBI delegation’s flight landed at Yichang Airport. Without pause, the group immediately drove to visit its strategic cloud factory partner — Hubei Zhongfu Chemical Group Co., Ltd. (Maolong Zhongfu). That evening, Chairman Liu Quan and his team toured the workshops, warehouses, sample rooms, and offices to gain a thorough understanding of Zhongfu’s phosphate ore resources, production lines, process systems, technical reserves, and safety and environmental management, followed by in-depth discussions with key partners.

On October 12, the delegation was warmly received by Yin Daihuang, General Manager of Maolong Zhongfu, along with Chen Xin (Executive Director), Wang Liangshan (Executive Vice General Manager), Fu Kaiyu (Deputy General Manager), Lin Li (General Manager of Hengyi Zhongheng), and Wu Lixin (Executive Deputy General Manager). The two sides conducted a detailed on-site inspection of the Zhongfu Cloud Factory, learned about the progress of its digital transformation, and exchanged insights on future collaboration and development.

Hubei Zhongfu Chemical Group Co., Ltd. (Maolong Zhongfu) is a long-established fine phosphate chemical enterprise that integrates phosphate mining, beneficiation, and processing. It combines “mining and fertilizer production” to achieve efficient utilization of phosphate resources, circular economy, and green production. The company operates at a scale of 500 mu, with an annual output capacity of 70,000 tons of 85% refined acid, 150,000 tons of 60% monoammonium phosphate, 30,000 tons of 73% industrial MAP, 300,000 tons of compound fertilizer, 250,000 tons of phosphate ore, and 430,000 tons of sulfuric acid.

In January 2021, Maolong Zhongfu officially joined the IBI Duoduo Cloud Factory System. A new joint venture — Feidoodoo Cloud Factory (Yichang) Technology Co., Ltd. — was established to implement digital construction and supply chain operations.

General Manager Yin Daihuang remarked that Maolong Zhongfu highly values its strategic partnership with Feidoodoo, and since joining the Duoduo Cloud Factory system, its production lines have been running at full capacity with great enthusiasm from the staff.

Feidoodoo CEO Yin Haifeng explained that as a full-chain agricultural materials internet platform, Feidoodoo is committed to deeply integrating Internet, IoT, big data, and AI technologies with the agricultural input industry, promoting innovation and digital transformation. The core value of the Cloud Factory lies in leveraging platform aggregation and technological advantages to help manufacturers optimize supply chain operations, enhance digital factory construction, and improve efficiency while reducing costs.

Finally, Chairman Liu Quan praised the progress of the Feidoodoo Yichang Cloud Factory, pledged IBI’s full support for deep collaboration with Maolong Zhongfu, and urged the team to ensure that the Cloud Factory operates under the principles of speed, quality, and efficiency to set a benchmark for digital industrial operations.

Yidu: Deepening Cooperation with Xingfa Chemical Group to Advance Digital Transformation

As global industrialization accelerates and energy consumption surges, the phosphate chemical industry is undergoing profound transformation. Internationalization and large-scale expansion have become new trends, while refinement and specialization define the next stage of the industry’s evolution.

On the morning of October 13, the IBI delegation arrived in Yidu, visiting Hubei Xingfa Chemical Group Co., Ltd. (Stock Code: 600141.SH) for a productive meeting. The two sides engaged in in-depth discussions on future cooperation in industrial digitalization and intelligent supply chain development for the region’s largest phosphate mining enterprise.

Hubei Xingfa Chemical Group Co., Ltd.—founded in 1994—is a listed company specializing in the R&D, production, and sales of phosphate and fine chemical products. The group operates 31 subsidiaries, including Yichang Yinhai Mining, Zhongke Xinxing (Yichang) New Materials, Yichang Xingfa International Trade, Hebei Rongtou Leasing, Inner Mongolia Xinnongji Technology, and Hong Kong Xingfa Group Trade. It manages two fertilizer production companies: Yidu Xingfa Chemical, with an annual output of 1 million tons of diammonium phosphate, 250,000 tons of monoammonium phosphate, 250,000 tons of superphosphate, and 200,000 tons of compound fertilizer; and Henan Xingfa Haolida, with an annual capacity of 300,000 tons of compound fertilizer. Its major brands — Xingfa, Gezhouba, Fulphos, and Hejiawang — are widely recognized and trusted by farmers nationwide.

Yang Tiejun, Vice President of Xingfa Group and Head of its Phosphate and Fertilizer Division, warmly welcomed the IBI delegation. He noted that Xingfa, as the leading phosphate mining and processing enterprise in the region, is committed to developing high-tech, high-value-added industrial chains focused on refinement, specialization, and sustainability. He expressed hopes for deeper cooperation with IBI in enterprise digital transformation and emphasized the importance of mutual empowerment to strengthen the foundation of industrial internet development in central China.

Feidoodoo CEO Yin Haifeng observed that China’s phosphate chemical industry has evolved from initial yellow phosphorus processing to deep fine phosphate production, forming a complete ecosystem covering scientific research, design, equipment manufacturing, production, trade, and technical services. With rationalized industrial layout and increasingly competitive market structure, IBI—through its multiple industrial internet platforms—possesses significant advantages in driving enterprise digitalization. She expressed confidence that both sides could jointly establish a benchmark project for digital industrial internet implementation.

Following the visit, Chairman Liu Quan instructed Feidoodoo to accelerate the execution of cooperation projects, maintain close interaction with partners, and work toward the co-construction and co-sharing of a robust industrial internet ecosystem.

Dangyang: Strengthening Collaboration with Hubei Liuguo Chemical to Advance Smart Supply Chains
At noon on October 13, under the crisp autumn breeze, the IBI delegation continued its journey northward and arrived in Dangyang in the afternoon. The team was warmly welcomed by Han Fan, Chairman and General Manager of Hubei Liuguo Chemical Co., Ltd., and Zhang Yong, Executive Vice General Manager.

Hubei Liuguo Chemical Co., Ltd. was established in December 2004, originally known as Yichang Xinguan Chemical Co., Ltd. After an asset restructuring on March 18, 2010, its current shareholders became Anhui Liuguo Chemical Co., Ltd., Yichang Baoshishan Mining Co., Ltd., and Yichang Mingzhu Phosphate Industry Co., Ltd. The controlling shareholder, Anhui Liuguo Chemical Co., Ltd., is a listed company (Stock Code: 600470.SH). With a registered capital of RMB 150 million, covering an area of over 600 mu and employing more than 500 staff, the company is a large-scale enterprise specializing in the production of fine phosphates and high-concentration phosphate compound fertilizers.

During the meeting, Chairman Han Fan remarked that the rise of “Internet+” under China’s new economic normal has become a focal point across industries, and Hubei Liuguo Chemical is ready to actively explore innovative agricultural internet models. He noted that IBI, as a pioneer in the industrial internet field, has made significant achievements through its Feidoodoo platform, particularly in stabilizing supply chains and expanding sales channels, and thus represents a highly promising partner for cooperation.

Feidoodoo CEO Yin Haifeng introduced the company’s Smart Supply Chain Program, which focuses on partnerships with key industry chain enterprises. She emphasized that Hubei Liuguo Chemical is an ideal strategic partner for this initiative, given its strong industrial base and growth potential in digital transformation.

Chairman Liu Quan concluded by instructing Feidoodoo to deepen strategic discussions and strengthen collaboration with Liuguo Chemical on industrial internet-based operations and innovation. He also encouraged exploring broader areas of cooperation in the future, with the goal of contributing to Liuguo’s ongoing digital and operational achievements.

Jingmen: Visiting Leading Phosphate Enterprises to Foster Digital Collaboration

On October 14, IBI Chairman Liu Quan, Feidoodoo CEO Yin Haifeng, and strategic partner Lv Wen led a delegation to Jingmen, Hubei Province. That morning, the delegation was warmly received by Yang Huadeng, General Manager of Hubei Ezho Eco-Engineering Co., Ltd., along with Deputy General Manager Dai Zhongxu and Sales Director Yang Zhibao. The hosts guided the team through a detailed tour of the company’s production base.

Hubei Ezho Eco-Engineering Co., Ltd., headquartered in Jingmen, is a national high-tech enterprise integrating R&D, production, and marketing of high-concentration phosphate compound fertilizers and new fertilizer types. The company ranks among China’s Top 500 Chemical Enterprises, Top 50 Fertilizer Producers, and Top 10 Phosphate Compound Fertilizer Manufacturers. It produces 3.8 million tons of high-concentration phosphate compound fertilizers annually, supported by 1 million tons of sulfuric acid, 100,000 tons of hydrochloric acid, and 40 million woven bags. Its product range includes phosphate ammonium, potassium sulfate compound fertilizers, urea-based, chlorine-based, sulfur-based, and nitrate-based compound fertilizers, covering over 200 varieties. In recent years, Ezho has also developed nitrate-sulfur base fertilizers, controlled-release, organic-inorganic, water-soluble, and customized formula fertilizers, reflecting its commitment to technological innovation and green development.

During the exchange, Chairman Liu Quan highlighted that emerging technologies such as the Internet of Things, Big Data, Blockchain, and Artificial Intelligence are providing strong momentum for supply chain innovation and upgrading. He noted that IBI’s Duoduo platform has unique multidimensional advantages in this regard and expressed hope for deeper cooperation to jointly drive the digital transformation of the phosphate industry.

General Manager Yang Huadeng responded that Ezho looks forward to close collaboration with IBI to jointly advance industrial digitalization and contribute to the transformation toward precision and smart manufacturing within the chemical fertilizer sector.

In the afternoon, the delegation continued its visit to another leading enterprise in Jingmen’s phosphate industry — Hubei Xinyangfeng Group Co., Ltd.

The delegation was warmly welcomed by General Manager Yang Huafeng, Party Secretary Li Weifeng, Deputy Chief Engineers Liang Fuzhong and Wang Liangjie, and Marketing Director Li Wei.

Hubei Xinyangfeng Group Co., Ltd. (Stock Code: 000902.SZ) is one of China’s largest private phosphate chemical enterprises, focusing on high-concentration compound fertilizers. The company operates large modern production bases in Jingmen, Yichang, Shandong Heze, and Sichuan Leibo. With total assets of RMB 3.5 billion and nearly 5,000 employees, Xinyangfeng has an annual production capacity of 4 million tons of high-concentration compound fertilizers. Its output and sales of NPK compound fertilizers and monoammonium phosphate have ranked first nationwide for consecutive years. The company also produces 180,000 tons of synthetic ammonia and 1.6 million tons of sulfuric acid annually, and has phosphate resources exceeding 300 million tons. It is recognized among the top three phosphate fertilizer producers in China and is the leading enterprise in Hubei Province’s phosphate fertilizer industry.

During the visit, the delegation toured the Jingmen headquarters production base, viewing Xinyangfeng’s strategic layout model and visiting several production lines. Chairman Liu Quan commended the company’s operational excellence and pragmatic management, praising Xinyangfeng as a highly efficient and innovative enterprise. He expressed confidence that by leveraging their respective strengths, IBI and Xinyangfeng could jointly promote the digital transformation and collaborative growth of the phosphate industry chain.

Both parties expressed strong intent to deepen cooperation and jointly pursue greater industrial breakthroughs in the future.

Zigui: Empowering Rural Revitalization through Industrial Internet Cooperation
Date: October 15, 2021 | Source: Beijing United Information Technology Co., Ltd. (IBI)

Zigui County, located on the banks of the Xiling Gorge along the Yangtze River, is renowned as “China’s Home of Citrus (Navel Oranges)”. In recent years, Zigui has vigorously promoted the development of e-commerce industry clusters, successfully becoming a national demonstration county for rural e-commerce development.

On October 15, marking the final stop of the Hubei visit, the IBI delegation visited the Zigui County Government in Yichang City. The team was warmly received by Yang Yong, Secretary of the County Party Committee and County Head; Tan Jiankang, Deputy County Head; and Song Xingjian, Deputy County Head.

During the meeting, Secretary and County Head Yang Yong emphasized that Zigui County has closely followed the central and provincial directives on governance and reform, aligning with China’s 14th Five-Year Plan. He noted that the county government is committed to innovation, high-quality development, and building strong institutional foundations to ensure Zigui continues to thrive as a model for regional revitalization.

Deputy County Head Song Xingjian pointed out that Zigui boasts a well-structured agricultural industry and a steadily advancing modern industrial system—key foundations for the development of the industrial internet. He expressed confidence that IBI could play an instrumental role in driving industrial digitalization and digital industrialization, partnering with local enterprises to promote innovation and upgrading.

Feidoodoo CEO Yin Haifeng proposed enhancing cooperation in areas such as:

• “Internet+” integration for local enterprises,

• Rural e-commerce operations,

• E-commerce talent training and targeted poverty alleviation,

• Rural logistics infrastructure, and

• Full-channel agricultural product branding and supply chain development.

She also emphasized that Feidoodoo would leverage its role as a digital economy service provider for rural revitalization, helping establish a comprehensive digital supply system for agricultural products, while planning the introduction of cloud factory projects in the county to empower local industries.

Chairman Liu Quan reiterated that the industrial internet is an inevitable trend, expressing hope that the Zigui County Government would continue to support the Duoduo platform in information technology innovation and infrastructure development.

Later that day, witnessed by Chairman Liu Quan and County Head Yang Yong, Feidoodoo CEO Yin Haifeng and Deputy County Head Song Xingjian officially signed a strategic cooperation agreement for the Feidoodoo Headquarters Economic Project.

The attending officials praised Feidoodoo’s development vision and IBI’s industrial ecosystem strategy, marking a successful conclusion to the IBI delegation’s Hubei visit.

With this milestone, IBI (Stock Code: 603613.SH) and its Feidoodoo platform continue to shoulder the mission of industrial transformation and social responsibility, allowing the “Industrial Internet blossom across the land of Jingchu.”