DRC Mineral Development Delegation Visits NMS to Deepen Mining Cooperation

2025.05.28

On May 22, a delegation from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) Mineral Development and Management Training Program, led by Mr. Wabenga Kalebo Théo, Secretary-General of the DRC Ministry of Foreign Affairs, visited Nanchang Mineral Systems Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “NMS”). The delegation was warmly received by Mr. Sun Jidong, General Manager of NMS Overseas Market Department.

During the meeting, Mr. Lu Bo, Manager of the Sales Support Department, gave a comprehensive presentation on NMS’s corporate background, strategic positioning, honors, and flagship projects. Following the presentation, the delegation engaged in a lively Q&A session, with questions focusing on corporate restructuring, global expansion, CSR practices, and environmental impact.

Mr. Sun Jidong provided detailed responses to each inquiry. Regarding corporate restructuring, he explained the transformation of NMS from a state-owned to a private enterprise, emphasizing how the reform injected new vitality into the company and fueled technological innovation. He highlighted that in 2023, NMS was successfully listed on the Shenzhen Main Board—making it the only enterprise in the crushing and screening industry to do so—further validating the company’s strategic direction.

Mr. Sun Jidong, Overseas Market GM at NMS, responded.

Speaking on international development, Mr. Sun noted that NMS currently operates 14 subsidiaries worldwide, including several in African countries where it has also established supporting warehouse facilities. He emphasized NMS’s long-standing and fruitful partnership with the DRC, which has resulted in multiple successful and impactful projects that continue to drive mutual development.

On corporate social responsibility, Mr. Sun stated that NMS upholds the values of professionalism, integrity, and altruistic management. The company actively contributes to society through initiatives such as rural poverty alleviation and university scholarships. In addressing environmental concerns, he emphasized the high efficiency and eco-friendly features of NMS equipment, noting the company’s efforts to reduce energy consumption and minimize dust emissions through innovative technical solutions.

Wabenga Kalebo Théo, Secretary General of the DRC Foreign Ministry, spoke.

Mr. Wabenga Kalebo Théo expressed strong interest in deepening cooperation with NMS. He highlighted the DRC’s rich mineral and human resources and warmly welcomed NMS to establish offices and manufacturing facilities in the DRC. He voiced expectations for more substantive collaboration between the two sides. NMS responded positively, recognizing the broad prospects for future cooperation.

After the meeting, the delegation toured NMS’s showroom, intelligent operation center, production workshops, and laboratories. This field visit provided the guests with a firsthand understanding of NMS’s R&D capabilities, production processes, and intelligent management systems, further reinforcing the foundation for future collaboration.

Notably, the delegation included representatives from China Nonferrous Metal Mining (Group) Co., Ltd., Gécamines, and Sicomines—long-term partners of NMS. After the visit, these representatives shared their reflections, commending NMS’s deep expertise in crushing and screening equipment, strong technical capabilities, comprehensive industrial system, as well as reliable product performance. They expressed their high regard for NMS and looked forward to expanded cooperation across more sectors in the future.

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