ZTE Corporation is a leading global provider of telecommunications equipment and network solutions. Founded in 1985, it is China’s largest listed telecoms equipment company. Listed as an A-share company on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange since 1997, the company was also listed on the Main Board of the Stock Exchange in Hong Kong in 2004, becoming the first Chinese company to hold both A and H shares.

ZTE has the industry’s most comprehensive product range and end-to-end solutions, covering virtually every telecommunications sector, including wireless, access&bearer,VAS, terminals and professional services. The company’s expertise in these areas allows it to satisfy the demands of global operators and assist them in their pursuit of innovation. ZTE delivers its high-quality, cost-effective products and services to over 500 operators in more than 140 countries around the globe.

ZTE is thoroughly committed to providing customers around the world with innovative technologies and helping them increase their business growth while shaping the future of world communications. The company invests 10 per cent of its annual revenue in R&D, and employs over 30,000 research professionals with the aim of creating industry innovations. Further, ZTE has established 15 state-of-the-artR&D centers in high-end markets such asEurope and the United States. In addition, ZTE cooperates with its top-tiercustomers and industry chain partners to build laboratories focused on developing technological breakthroughs.As evidence of its commitment to innovation, ZTE had the most PCT patent applications worldwide in 2011.

Through years of sustained growth, ZTE has established itself as a world-leading global telecommunications provider, and has an annual order volume reaching nearly 100 billion RMB in value. The international market is a key driver of the company’s rapid growth, contributing over 50 per cent of its annual revenue. ZTE is now delivering its comprehensive suite of network solutions and terminal products to top telecoms operators in developed markets such as Europe, Japan and the United States.

ZTE has been recognized for its outstanding products and services and has attained high global rankings in a number of areas. The company’s CDMA base stations, for example, were the world’s most-shipped over the last five consecutive years. Further, its GSM/UMTS products are ranked third globally in terms of market share growth. Its comprehensive TDD products are an industry leader in competitiveness, as are its LTE products, which are globally recognized as industry leading. ZTE also has become one of the world’s top five international mobile manufacturers.

ZTE is committed to its vision of balanced, sustainable development in the social, environmental and economic arenas. The company has incorporated innovation, technological convergence and the concept of "going green" into the product life cycle, including R&D, production, logistics and customer service. The company also is actively engaged in community based activities and relief work. It participated in relief efforts related to the 2004 tsunami in Indonesia, the 2010 earthquake in Haiti and 2008 earthquake in Sichuan, China. ZTE also established the ZTE Special Children Care Fund, the largest charity fund in China. 

Since its founding in 1985, ZTE has revolutionized global telecommunications market development and trends, bringing innovation and vibrant new life to the industry. The company has also evolved from a 2G developer into a leader in 3G and 4Gtechnologies, cementing its position at the forefront of the telecoms industry in China and around the world.

Looking forward, ZTE will continue to forge the development of the global telecommunications industry. The company is committed to overcoming challenges and driving innovation in order to build on its reputation as a trusted partner, leading brand and world-class corporate enterprise.

ZTE Corporation is a leading global provider of telecommunications equipment and network solutions. Founded in 1985, it is China’s largest listed telecoms equipment company and trades on both the Shenzhen and Hong Kong stock exchanges. ZTE Corporation has been listed as an A-share company on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange since 1997. In December 2004, ZTE was listed on the Main Board of the Stock Exchange in Hong Kong, becoming the first Chinese company to hold both A and H shares.

ZTE is thoroughly committed to providing customers around the world with reliable and innovative products and services, helping them continue to grow revenues while shaping the future of the world’s communications. ZTE excels in five product categories including wireless, access&bearer,VAS, terminals and professional services. It also delivers high-quality, cost effective products and services to over 500 operators across 140 countries.

ZTE is devoted to offering its customers advanced technologies and retaining its place as a global leading provider of telecommunications solutions. The company invests 10 per cent of its annual revenue in research and development, and has established 15 R&D centers in high-end markets like Europe and the United States. In addition, ZTE cooperates with customers and industry chain partners to build laboratories for innovative initiatives. Over the years, ZTE has attached the utmost importance to strictly adhering to the rules of international intellectual property, and has greatly strengthened its competence in the international telecoms field.

ZTE has been recognized for its outstanding products and services and has attained high global rankings in a number of areas. ZTE’s CDMA base stations were the world’s most-shipped over the last five consecutive years. In addition, the company’s GSM/UMTS products maintained their third place spot in terms of newly-added market share. Its TDD products have taken the lead in the industry in terms of comprehensive competitiveness. Its LTE products also gained ground, acquiring a leading position globally. ZTE’s broadband access shipments ranked second in the world and its optical network sales ranked third among all vendors. ZTE also is one of the world’s top five international mobile manufacturers.

 
ZTE is firm in its commitment to stable business development. Over the last five years, the company recorded over 37 per cent compound growth, topping the telecommunications industry and becoming one of the world’s top five largest telecoms equipment providers. For 2010, the company’s revenues were over USD 10.62 billion, with Europe and America becoming ZTE’s largest overseas markets.

 
Social responsibility is a core tenant of the company’s vision and mission. ZTE has been a member of the United Nations Global Compact since 2009. Further, ZTE and the China Children and Teenagers Fund also jointly set up the ZTE Special Children Care Fund (ZTE Care Fund). After the 2008 Wenchuan earthquake, ZTE organized over 30 air sorties, and more than700 company staff participated in on-site relief work, restoring communication to the disaster area in a timely manner.

In the past 20-plus years, ZTE has revolutionized global telecommunications market development and trends, bringing vibrant new life to the industry. ZTE has also evolved from a 2G developer into a leader in 3G and 4G technology, cementing the company’s position as a leader in the telecoms industry in China and around the world.