ESGREP-TRT 2024
Introduction 01
About This Report 01
Chairman's Message 03
About Gotion High-tech 05
Sustainable 11
Development
Governance
ESG Strategy 11
ESGManagementSystem 12
ESG Topic Management 13
Double MaterialityAssessment 15
Appendix 103
ESG Report Index 103
Name Referencing Index 116
Third-party Assurance 117
Feedback Form 120
01
Improving Corporate 17
Governance System
Corporate Governance 19
Compliance Operations 22
Risk Management 25
InformationSecurity andPrivacyProtection 27
02
Innovation and Product 29
Services
Product Quality and Safety 31
Customer Services 38
R&D and Innovation 42
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03
Building Sustainable 48
Supply Chain
Supply ChainSustainability Management 49
Responsible Minerals Due Diligence 50
Supplier Procurement Management 51
Supplier Quality Management 52
05
Safeguarding 79 Employee Rights
and Interests
Employee Hiring and Benefits 81 Employee Training and Development 87 Occupational Health and Safety 92
04
Implementing 53
Environmental Protection
Environmental Management System 55
Resource Usage and Recycling 59
Pollution and Waste Management 62
Energy Management 69
Addressing Climate Change 73
06
Creating Social 97
Value
Driving Industry Growth 99
Commitment toPublicWelfare 101
CommitmenttoCommunityDevelopment 102

About This Report
This report is the fourth anual ESG report relased by Gotion High-tech Co., Ld.(Gotion High-tech” orthe“Company”,“"we” or “us")It provides stakeholders with a detaild disclosure of the sustainabity philosophy upheld, the management framewor establihiftitrutdtaditidaridrt in 2024.Thisreport is available inboth Chnese and English.Incase of anydiscrepancies, the Chinese version shallprevail.
Timeframe
This report is issued onan annual basis, covering the perid fromJanuary1, 2024toDecember 31,2024.Some content i appropriatelyreferenced from previous years.
Scope of the Report
Thisreprt cversGotionHigh-techCotd.andits subsidiarieonsistent with the scoe ofGotionHigh-tech's(SZ.007) aalancidatratarthraoilprvidd relevant sections.
ofalitxpreonareviationsrreferetilsaedinthxt instdffullanFrdetail refer to the name and reference index in the appendix.
ReferenceStandards
This report is prepared primarily wth refrence to the Self-Regulatory Guidelines No.17for Comanis Listed onShenzhen Stock ExchangeSustainabityReprt(ForTrialmlementation),theCorporateSustainabityDiscloureStandardsBasicStandar (ForTrialmplementation)SustainabityReportinStandards(GRIStandards)and theUnitedNationsSustainableDevelopment Goals (SDGs).

Data Description
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Release Method
Thisreport is available in electronic format and canbe downloaded from the offial websiteof Gotion High-tech Co., Ltd. (https://en.gotion.com.cn/social-esponsibilities#gotion-csr)
Contact Information
TheCompanwilrmaincmite tproingustainabitymanagment andenhancngthreport dislurefanyqsti suggestions regarding this report, please feel free to contact us using the following detail:
Gotion High-tech's ESG Management Office
Address: No.566,Huayuan Avenue, Baohe District, Hefei City, Anhui Province, China
Telephone:86 0551-62100213
Email: gxgk_esg@gotion.com.cn

Chairman's Message
The progrefhmaviizatiaysbld turdstadinquistandhifeerywda ago, theUnitedNations introduced the concept of ESG(Environmntal ocial, andGovemancetaddresth worsening clat issues andexplore avenuesfor promoting global sustainabity through corporate govemance and thefostering of socil responsibity. Thekey toachieving this lis in seeking newenergy systems that do not ham the enironment. It was also two decadesagothat Gotion Hig-techbeganexploring newenergy storage sytemscolaboratin with scintists and entreprenu bothnhinaandglballtofousnthdvelment of thenewnergyindustryThankstorelntlesivationverthast two decades,solar power conversion efficiency has improved from under than 8% to 28% marking nearly afourfold increase. Similaly, theenergy densityf enery storagebaterieshas surged frmbelw Wh/kg to3Wh/kg alnarlyqual. Proudly, the costs of both technologies have fallen to just 10% of their original levels. These progresses have established a solid foundationfor the develoment of anewenergysystem andprovidedatechnolgicalbasis for the imlementationf EG principle.
Continuousinnovationis the cornerstone ofcorporate governance
Twodecades ago,Gotion High-tech began exploring technologies inelectrochmical energy storage and lithiumbattery energy storage. Starting with zero production capacity, Gotionhas nowbecomealeading enterprise in the industry withlarg-scal productiocapacityvatiohasaysbeenourtoppriorityduringourgrowth&andtechical tcnsistingfe 8,000merscontributdmore than0patents in theglobalbattey techlogysetorrmourglallyleadin i Iithium teloy thigenergy-ensityarybattries frm semsolstatbatteristo thealsolidstateetoea; from defining energy storage systems to setting new grid standards; and from industraling cathode and anode materials to redefing manufacturing processe with digital Al technology, we have consistentybuit from the ground up and pushed the boundarief scienticfrntieGotion standardbattecellsavebeapasspt amng ttier intationalatmar and our grid energy storage technology has set a benchmark for power system transformatins across mulipe countries. Additionally, our Atom Bit Laboratory is “composing an even more briliant technological symphony".
Social harmonyisthegoalofcorporategovernance
The future of zercarbon industy ds nt reside inmissons redction figures inareport bt in the symbiotic and mtual beneficial relationships within the industrial chain and ecosystem. Gotion High-tech has implmented a fullifecycle battery management strategy, namely from “mine-to-mine". In 2024, we successfully recycled 14% of recyclable materials, a significant milstoneinoreureefcncevltionroughgreetrabitystmverin sleintrwe thethicalnsibitf gll uplhastGotioweeethlifrcabnftoriOfaltifr materialfatfamanraeginratdptltaytra charging thlgiectilrt rtaliatndrmtebralinatiWihio tdatglditititt ecosystem between people, society and nature, and fulfil the ultimate mission of the manfacturing industry.
Co-creatingvalue isthefoundation of corporategovernance
AtGotionrmissiostelprutsthatprovidelenfitstitycreationfechprodtisolarat effort that ives nmerous enterrisesacrossthe ecsystemnthe past yar we suppord alargenmbef upstream pa compani.Troghurasistancettheindstrl chainnteris urwprodtsavealgotbteednt rd investment for market access; instead, we parner with countries around the world to build new manufacturing systems that contribute t the trasiiontgreeneeryWealdnt exchagthlgyfrmart entrystad,wemanlerfd topursureerchinbattnvationthatis“onecentimetrwideandonekimetrdepOurAstronnBatthasunkd new growth opportunities in emerging markets, and our innvative energy storage solutions enables power grid transfomation, improving efficiency by over 20% Today, Gotion is not just a product manufacturer; we empower entire ecosystems. Co-creating valehasbecmeshared priniple that unitGotio withopstream,midstre, anddwstream paers across thent industrial chain.
"What is firmly established cannot be uprooted; what is tightly embraced cannot slip away”
Reflecting on this anal Greport, lamrmindd of what Lazu said around 20years ago.Gotionig-techwilsteadfastl uphold ouroriginal missonof “making greenenergyaccessible and sustainable, and continuetouid anenergy scince syst based onmaterials sciene and digital scienceWewillactiely collaorate with global partners and address energy chalenges through a scientific approach to write newchapters in the evolution of energy civilization through industrial practice.

About Gotion High-tech
Company Overview

·Nanyang Technological University Joint Laboratory



Mission
Vision
Values
MakeGreenEnergyAccessible and Sustainable
Build anEnergy Science System Based onMaterialsScience and Digital Science
Cherish, Pragmatic, Integrity, Innovation
·Hefei Institute of Industrial Technology ·Shanghai InternationalResearchInstitute ·Material ResearchInstitute

Company's Green Strategy
Green Strategy
Centered on gren energy and energy storage technolgies,theCompany builds zer-carbon energy infrastructureby dring the transition from fossil fuels to sustainable altermatives.
Focusing onhig-safetypowerbateris, theCmpanyleadsthe transfomationofmobile nergyystems mpwer thlba shift toward electric mobility.
With intligent integration and scenari-based innovationat the core,theCompany developsmultidimensional solutions combining “battery ^+ energy storage ^+ digitalization” to advance the deep integration of industrial, transportation, and energy sectors.
InnovationEmpowerment
Materialsytatioaintchandvfthalrolaratrdt materials to enhanceenergydensity and cycle life
Digital Development Innovation:Building a simulation platformbased onour materialbig data toreduce battery R& cycle, accelerating technology iteration.
Smart Manufacturing Ecosystem Innovation: Adopting a“software-defined process ^+ hardware-enabled production” model to build smart factories with full-chain synergy from R&D to production, supply, and sales.
Management yeryInnvation:Driving thleapfrogging ransiionf greenenergyseicesfrmsingl-produt offerins systematicsolutionsthroughcontinuousbreakthroughsintechnology,products,andmanagement
GotionHtechs greenstrateyntsmntumintproviding hi-reliabity,ngliebatty prdts and intgratd e services, contributing to global decarbonization and sustainable advancement.
Scope of Services
GotionHighechasawnergybattmafcturrwith glaletitiensand greeerysolioproviderofe product range that spans three core sements: EV battey systems, energy storage battery systems, and transmission and distributionqmentheComanyhasbult afullindstry chainfrmbatt material&toend-use aplications aming provideficiet afandsstnaeergyltsrthtrihicleadenerystraeetorandoth
EV Battery System
Asoneof first cmpaniesinChinatofocusonEVbatteriesforElectricVehicleGotionHigh-tecspecialiesinlithiumirn phosphate and termary lithium battery technologies. Our product portfolio includes:

Materials and Battery Cell: The Company independently developed lithium iron phosphate materials and battery cellsaswellastenarymaterials andbatterycellsfeaturing highenergydensityand long cycle life asore advantagesThe CompanyhasbeendesignatedbyVolkswagenasits first globalsupplierof standardbatteryclls setting a benchmark for intermational technology.

EV BatteryPack and Battery Management System:By integrating battery modules,Pack encapsulation, and inteligent battery management systems (BMS), the Company can meet the diverse needs of passenger vehicles, commercialvehicles,specialtyvehicles,andhybridmodels.
ThComaydeldansnareerystasstmriwerenratisidgridsiande core products include:
BasicUnits
There are energy storage cells, standardized battery boxes, and battery clusters,supporting flexible combinations and scalable deployment.

System Integration
This involveslithium-ion battery compartments for power storage, outdoor cabinets for commercial and industrial powerstrageandouseholdenergystoragesystmsTheseproductsarecompatiblewithcentralizedpowerstations commercial and industral parks,and household scenario,andhave btained intemational safetycertificationsincldng GB, UL, and IEC.

Ourglobalperationsove thAsiacifimricasEurpeandAfricaffering nd--nd ericefrmbatterye manufacturing to system integration, for clients worldwide.
Power Transmission and Distribution Equipment
Asa traditonallystrong setorf thmpanypwer tramissnanddistributionquipmentfosesonthintelientizatnf power systems and providing ancillary support for new energy projects.
Core Products
The porfolio covers high and lowvoltage switch gear,smart distributionnetwork equipment, integrated charging piles, and energy storage cabinets, which are widely used in themal power, renewable energy generation,rail transit, and other fields.

The Company expands the power transmission and distribution O&P services as well as EPC project contracting through technological innovation,driving the transformation from traditional equipment manufacturing to comprehensive energy services.
Technology-Driven and Global Strategy
GotionHightchcontistledthndstrywthtrongfouonthlgackedbyfieglbalusissmetg R¢ersemafacturing bases, and ve&and technical staff theCanyasfdve000patt building onunparalld technological strengthintheindustryBy depening ourcolaborationwithinteational partners l Volkswagen, thCanyascreatd afullystm that enassbataterilll stms alication andat recycling and reuse. Leveraging the dual-driving force of “power ^+ energy storage,”the Company is rapidly advancing toward the goal of becominga global integrated green energy serviceprovider.
Fortune China 500 | Top 100 Global Automotive Parts Suppliers |
2024 China Top500 Private Enterprises | Annual Innovative Enterprise (Battery) |
2024 China Top 500 Manufacturing Enterprises | BNEF Energy Storage Tier 1 |
Hurun China 500 Most Valuable Private Companies 2024 | National Intellectual Property Demonstration Enterprise |
National Digital Pioneering Enterprise | National & Local Joint Engineering Research Center |
National High-tech Enterprise | Laboratory AccreditedbyCNAS |
National Enterprise Technology Center | NationalPostdoctoralWorkstation |
Smart Manufacturing Benchmark Enterprise | National Green Factory |
Name of Company | Name of Association | Position |
Gotion High-tech Co.,Ltd | China Listed Companies Association | Executive Director |
Anhui Listed Companies Association | Director | |
Huishang Chamber of Commerce | Vice President of the Huishang Chamber of Commerce | |
All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce | Executive Vice President | |
China EV100 | Director | |
Global Renewable Energy & Electric Mobility | Director | |
Haizhi ExpertsAssociation for Technological Innovation | President | |
Hefei Gotion High-tech Power Energy Co., Ltd. | Anhui Association for Science and Technology | Vice Chairperson |
AnhuiProvincial AcademiciansandExpertsAssociation | Vice President | |
China Energy Storage Alliance | Council Member | |
Chinese Automakers International Development and Innovation Alliance | Council Member | |
China Automotive EV Battery Innovation Alliance | Council Member | |
China Automotive EV Battery Innovation Alliance - Solid-State Battery Division | Member Unit | |
China Automotive EV Battery Inovation Aliance - Recycling Division | Member Unit | |
Anhui Environmental Federation | Vice Chairperson |
Sustainable Development Governance
ESG Strategy
TheCompanprioritiesaolistiGstrategythat mhasiesenirmetalprtetioroacti socialreponibit the optimization of corporate govemance. We are committed to becoming a global ESG leader in the EVbattery sector, staying true to the mission of “Making Green Energy Accessible and Sustainable".

Green andZeroCarbon Eco-friendly
Social Progress EmployeeDevelopment
·Zero-carbon supply
chain
·Zero-carbon
manufacturing
·Zero-carbon research ·Zero-carbon operation
Efficient Governance
·Waste and pollution Reduction ·Reduce energy consumption ·Saveresource ·Naturepositive
·Global security
·Charity event
·Technological equality
·Harmonious
development
·Stable employment
·Rights and well-being
Safetyandhealth
·Training and
development
·Compliance operations ·Control risk ·Anti-corruption ·Fair and transparent
GotionHih-techhasidentied strategicindicator and set threyear targets bybenchmarking against industry peer G dislouestardmaperatialanatrlGtpihdiatoranttseaant guide foroGeffortsenureeffctivelementatioquarerly trackingonkeyindicatorsmianualG comie revis, and aal oard rers aretlied tmnitrprgresandenure therelizatinf urtainabledevlet an
ESG Management System
During thprtinPerid,thmnyseanGManamnt Citndheldits firstmetistablinr ESG management framework toensure centralized ledership sciencebased decisionmaking, and effctiveexecutionf G initiativet thmtin,thmffcalset thGmanagmnt proritieandprvemnt stratgfrths significantyncresingtherolefGinthCompanysregulaperationsandstrategicdeveloentaactivelprmte carbonredtiitatiacrstentiesuplhanhismardasiifiantstbuiingsstmaticandstratgi framework.
At theboardlevel theComanyplacs great mphasisonG-related topics adcrdinatmeetingstdrive thearovalf k agendas has tlestockerhpa thfirolin stratypdtand tGstratyn t shareholertinthordfirtor,tBoardfuirandtnimathssftil the ESG Management Committee to implement sustainability governance practices.

ESGManagementCommittee
The leading body responsible for guiding and making decisions over the Company's ESG eforts. The ESG Management Committe perats thrughmetingbaseddecisio-making rocessholing at least nemeetin pryeartreviand approve thGstrategyanalkyG initiati andmajorEG-relatdmattersTemiteeldbythehama.
ESGManagementOffice
Thecentralizedmanagementbodyresponsibleforoverseeing theCompanysSGinitiativesTheESGManagementOffies part of the Strategic Operations Platfom's ESG Management Department It is responsible for organizing and establishing cross-departmental ESG management tasks, building and maintaining the ESG management system, advancing and overseeingGstrategipreparing ndpblishingGreportsandfoulatingandexeuting anualGkeyinitiativ
ESGOperationTeam
The dedicated team responsible for executing and managing the Company's ESG initiatives. The ESG Operation Team executes theresolutionsof theESGManagement Committe asplanned.It holds regularmeetingsconvenedby the ESG Management Office, with a work progress meeting held quarterly to review the work progress.
During the Reporting Period the Company made comprehensive progress inbuling an ESG management system, developing an ESG strategic plan, and seting up an ESG indicator management system, achieving a notable improvement in sustainable development govemance perfomanceMeanwhile, the Company has established a carbon management system and developed a low-carbondevelopment strategy.Furthermore, theCompany took proactive measures to ensure compliance with ESG-relatd regulations, participated in th fomulation an discussion of national standard, and faclitated theadptionof intemationl frameworks such as the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and the Regulation Concering Bateries and Waste Batteries (EU) at the corporate level.
During the Reporting Period, the CompanysESG Management Department developd and released seven polcy douments.h ESGManagment Handook, seing as theore guiding dcumnt for theComansGitatis,clearlyefinskeyelmnt suchasGmaagemntriniplrganizatinafrmwrfmaagemntchanimfrtakhldnan and information disclosure requirements.
Inaditionthmpanyactivelyorganizdand xeutdrangef targetdGtraining actitienurinfulcverf executiveskeypersonel and general mlyeesTheseeffrts otably enhanced overallEGawareness among allstaff ad improved technical proficiency among technical personnel.
Forexecutives | Carbon Neutral Strategy Planning and Global ESG Trends |
For mid to senior-level managers | Pathways to Reducing Product Carbon Footprint and Building a Low-carbon Supply Chain |
Forall employees | Product CarbonFootprint |
Interpretation of ESG Standards、ESG Framework Building、 | |
Interpretation of Regulation Concerning Batteries and Waste Batteries (EU) |
During the Reporting Period, Gotion High-Tech delivered exceptional accomplishments in the ESG field, earning a significant rise in ourESG ratings.This underscores the Company's steadfast dedication and remarkable efforts in promoting sustainable development and embracing ESG values.

ESG Topic Management
InaordanceiththStakholderCommicationandManagmentMeaurethCmpanygularlycndutstheidentifiat andanalsisofEGtopicstodeeplunerstand themuidmensonalmpactf itsoerationsonEGThisenuresthescietic nature and transparency of decision-making whilemeeting the expectations and needsof stakeholders.
ESG Topic Identification | ·Evaluate potential ESG topics by aligning with global disclosure standards, industry best practices,the Company's ESG indicators,and stakeholder feedback ·ldentify changes in issues by consulting expert opinions ·Classify the topics into three dimensions: environmental, social, and governance |
Stakeholder Survey | ·Ensure that the survey subjects include both internal and external stakeholders with diverseneeds ·Conduct a questionnaire survey to collect opinions and concerns from stakeholders |
DoubleMateriality AssessmentofESG topics | ·Analyze survey feedback and create an impact and materiality assessment matrix on ESG topics ·ldentify ESG topics of financial significance by consulting with the finance department andexperts |

ESGTopicIdentification
The Company has consulted extensive authoritative standards and guidelines from both domestic and internatinal sources, including,but are not lmited toGRStandards the SustainabityAccounting Standards,theShenzhen StockExchange Sustainabitt Guidl ansMahi tantrghlstudinstt pratiand al withourwerationalfaturesandlongtmstratgcgoalsThiwaeaveinitilyltdcritcalGtpi t provideaholsticveiwof theCmpanysperfomanceand comitments ineniromental ronsibity socalreponity and corporate governance.
Environment(E) | Society (S) | Governance(G) |
Environmental Management System Energy Management Pollution and Waste Management Biodiversity Clean Tech Opportunities | Product Quality and Safety R&D and Innovation Customer Service and Satisfaction Occupational Health and Safety Employee Rights and Benefits Employee Development and Training | Digitalization Risk Management Compliance Operations Business Ethics and Anti- Corruption |
To ensure the accuracy of topic descriptions and avoid overlap among topics, the Company has removed the topics “Equal Employment and Basic Rights Protection” and “Diversity and Equal Relationships" Instead, we introduced a new topic “AntiDiscrimination and qual Opportunities” and refind theorigial“Emlyee Rights to“EmloyeRights and BenefitsMeanwhile, in accordance with Chinese and intenational disclosure standards and guidelines the Company has standardized thewording of certaintopics, such as“Clean Tech Opportunities,” “ResourceUse and Recyling,”“Rural Revitalization and Charitable lnitiatives” “Compliance Operations” and“Addressing Climate Change.Moreover, compared to the previus year's disclosures,the Comany removed the topic “Economic Performance” and added the topic “Community Engagement and Development."
Stakeholder Survey
During the Reporing eriod, the Company actively conducted a stakeholder suvey gathering opinions and suggestions on G topicsviatheffialwesite and emalThesueytargetdkeinteal and extnalstakholder suchasshareoldersad investors, splier custmers mloysgvement and regulaty bods medi and indstry asoiations aswllas th general public and communities.
Using a suveyquestionaire, theCompanyinvited stakeholders tocre the importanceof eachESG topiconascaleof t5 ParticipantswerealenuraedtprovivalableuggestionsonthCmansustainaleevelpmnt practicettalf 356vald reseereoltedinthisuecatgriing an analzin thqstioairedtathCaytd importance scoresforeach topic and conducted animportance assessment and ranking based onthese result.
DoubleMaterialityAssessment
Impact Materiality Assessment
Based onthe suveyresults,theCompany conducted a comprehensiveevaluation and ranking of identified topics fromwo perspectives:“The Importance to the Sustainable Development of Gotion High-tech” and “The Importance to Stakeholders.” This was used tocreateamaterialtymatrix (asshown in the diagrambelw)The highmact material topics areidentified as th primary content for response anddisclosure in the anual EG report, and are reviwed and confimed by the ESG Management Committee.

The Importance to Sustainability of Gotion High-tech
List of Topics with High Impact Materiality
Environment | Society | Governance |
Environmental Management System Energy Management Pollution and Waste Management Resource Use and Recycling | Product Quality and Safety Customer Service and Satisfaction Responsible Supply Chain Occupational Health and Safety Employee Development and Training Employee Rights and Benefits R&D and Innovation | Risk Management Compliance Operations Corporate Governance Information Security and Privacy Protection Business Ethics and Anti-Corruption |
Financial MaterialityAssessment
Working alngside exteal experts,theCompany's finance epartment conuctedafinancial materility assement f each tpic from two dimensions:“Dependence/mpact on Resources” and“Dependence/mpact on Relationships”with a particular focus on the parameters of ost and profit. This assessment highlighted“Addressing Clmate Change as a topicwith substantilfinancial impact.Frmore detailslaserefr toth sectionAddresng Climate Changeuder thechapter“EnvronmentalProtectionf thisreporegardinthrGtopictlitationsurent infomtioaccss andothefctors,thehaet t clearly defined as having the same level of financial significance.
Stakeholder Communication
The Company places great importance on the concerns and needs of the stakeholders. By establishing diverse communicatin channelsandreularmunicationmechanisweenureclse contact withallstakeholdersherelevant partmentsf th Companyregularlygathfedback frmstakhleronmaterial topic promtlyaesstheirexptations andsuggestion d work together to advance the management and collaboration of these topics.
Stakeholders | Communication Channels | Topics Concerned |
Shnarehoders | ·Shareholders Meeting ·irm.cninfo.com's Q&Rs Platform ·Investor Hotline -Institution's roadshow -On-site research | ·Pollution and Waste Management ·Product Quality and Safety ·R&D and Innovation |
·Supplier Conference ·Supplier Audit ·Supplier Meeting ·Questionnaire Survey | ·Occupational Health and Safety ·Responsible Supply Chain ·Product Quality and Safety ·Risk Management ·Compliance Operations | |
·Customer Satisfaction Survey ·Customer Interview | ·Pollution and Waste Management ·Resource Use and Recycling ·Occupational Health and Safety ·Product Quality and Safety ·Customer Service and Satisfaction ·Risk Management | |
·Employee Engagement Survey ·Suggestion Box ·Internal Communication | ·Pollution and Waste Management ·Occupational Health and Safety ·Employee Rights and Benefits ·Product Quality and Safety | |
·Site visit ·Correspondence ·Policy implementation | ·Clean Tech Opportunities ·Occupational Health and Safety ·Emsloys egts and Benfts ·Digitalization ·Business Ethics and Anti-Corruption | |
·Social media ·Official statement ·Industry forum | ·Biodiversity ·Pollution and Waste Management ·Resource Use and Recycling ·Product Quality and Safety | |
·Charity event ·Community meeting | ·Product Quality and Safety ·R&D and Innovation ·Rural Revitalization and Charitable Initiatives ·Community Engagement and Development |


IMPROVINGCORPORATE GOVERNANCESYSTEM
Responses to topics
Risk Management
Compliance Operations
Business Ethics and Anti-Corruption
Corporate Governance
Information Security and Privacy Protection
Responses to SDGs
Corporate Governance
GovernanceStructure

The Company strictly complies withlaws and regulations including the Company Law of the Peoples Republic of China, the Securities Law of the Peple's Republic of China, the Corporate Govemance Guidelines for Listed Companies, and the Rules Governing the Listing of Stocks on the Shenzhen Stock ExchangeWe consistently enhances our internal corporate governance structure, establishesroust inteal control mechanisms, and further standardizes corporate behavior, so astcontiuous advances our governance practices.
The Company has bult a govnance framework consisting of the shareholders meting, the ord of Directors, the Board f Supervisrand thmanagmentheratwithcrlydeinddutiandrnsibitiaherin tlal andrela standards while maintaining mutual checks and balances. This structure strengthens the independent operation and mutual Supevision of the shareholdesmeeting, the Board of Directors, the Board of Supevisors, providing a robust organizationl fundationfrthCmsefct adstleerationMst rtanty i enestat sharelersrits adirest fully protected.
During thridaynrdlnthdt rtWrgy changesinrelvat sandreulatiosand thCanysactualsituationAdiionallrevisiosweremadtotheCma RulesofProcdurefrStrategicComiteeRulsfProedureforAuditommittuleofProcdurefrumerationnd ApprasalCmmittlfPrdure finationCmmitt and IvestrRelationManagment olyto furthenha the corporate governance framework.
Functioning of Shareholders'Meeting,the Board of Directors, the Board of Supervisors
Shareholders' Meeting | The shareholders'meeting stands as the supreme authority of the Company,and isconvened andheld in accordance with the law. t is tasked with making decisions on significant business issues, and fostering effective communication with shareholders. It values the opinions and demands of minority investors, ensures that shareholders canfully exercise theirights, and guarantee equal rightsfor all shareholders. |
Boardof Directors | meeting. Its duties include executing the decisions made by the shareholders’ meeting and managing corporate disclosure and related matters.Under the Board of Directors, there are specialied committes including the Strategy Committee, Audit Committee, Numeration and Appraisal Committe, as well as Nomination Committee. This structure ensures clear division of duties and enhances the effectiveness of decision-making. Independent directors play an important role in enhancing corporate governance structures, overseeing standardized operations, and safeguarding the interests of minority investors. During the Reporting Period, the Company placed great emphasis on the supervisory role of independent directors, providing full support for their performance of duties. Dedicated meeting for independent directors were |
Boardof Supervisors | The Board of Supervisors is the oversight body of the Company, independent from the Board of Directors and the management.lt exercises its supervisory and inspection duties according to the law,verseeing the Company’s financial statusbusiness activities,and the conduct of senior management in their official capacities. This effectively safeguards the legal rights and interests of the stakeholders and promotes the Company's compliant operations. |
The management | The management serves as the Company's executive body. Its main duties include overseeing production and operational activitiesexecuting decisionsmade by theBoard of Directorsand reporting to the oard of Directors. The management team drives the healthy growth of the business and maintain eficient internal governance to safeguard the Company's stable and sustainable development. |
2 shareholders metins | 6 | meting s erisors | 4 musitcomite | 3 Numerate n Aprasal | ||
1 | stretegy omte | 1 | Neomiatin omte | |||
Fllowing thrulsand proeuredefindbylwregulationand theArticlesofAssociationthmpanyensuresti compliance in the elction of directors, supervisors, and senior management persoel The Board of Directors is divers in compsiton,withmmberwpsess brad bckgrounds andextesiveprofional experis providng oldfoundatinad strongprofessionalguidancefrthmpanysstrategicdcisionmakinuring theReporingPeriod,theCanycol the electionofaewnon-independent directorCurenty,theBoard ofDirectorsconsistsof ninmembersandtheoardof Supervisors comprises three members. The later includes one female member, representing 33% of the total.
InvestorProtection
The Company prries andcontiuusl eances investor relations management Byactively creating mulile online and offin communicationchannelswehaeestablishda solid and effctive engagment mechanis wthinvestorOnDecmr1 theCoanyhl ththmingofthethsesonof thBoardfDirtorsAt themtin,thestorRelatiosMan PolicywasreviwedandapprovedhisfthrenhancedtheprotectionmechanimforvestrrigtsThisplylarith communicationstandardsbweentheCompanyandivestorsandprovidesarultprotect thelgitmaterights and interestsf investors, especially minority investors.
Instutenal | The Company has established and implemented the Investor Relations Management Policy to regulate communication between the Company and investors, effectively protecting investors' rights, with particular attention to safeguarding the legal rights of small and medium-sized investors. |
Chmmunication | The Company engages in close communication with investors via various online and offine channels. |
Information Disclosure | The Company strictly adheres to relevant laws and regulations for information disclosure,regularly publishes annual and semi-annual reports, and focuses on improving the quality and transparency of its information |
InvestorRequest Handling | The Company is committed to actively addressing investor requests, ensuring all requests are handled in compliance with laws and regulations, and refines relevant mechanisms to enhance processing efficiency andservicequality. |
Shareholder Returns | In accordancewiththeArticles ofAssociation,wehave established aclear cashdividend policyand are dedicated to providing shareholders with reasonable investment returns. |


Compliance Operations
Compliance Management System
GotionHigh-techstrictlyaherestotheliancemanagemnt sstemstandardonsistentyefiningthelin framework and strengthening boththeestablishment and enforcement of polies.TheCompanyensures thatourbusiness operationsfulcmlywthsticandintnationallwandregulationsbyptimiingurlianeorganizationalrt conducting cmpanywide training,and deeningcmlince risk asssmnt, thuslaying slid foundationforhigh-qualty development.
Item | Detail |
Functional Development | The Compliance Management Center independently handles all compliance-related matters and reports directly to the top management. |
Institutional Building | Guided by the principle of “Integrity in Mind, Compliance in Action,” the Company has established and continuously improved our compliance framework, ensuring that management policies are thoroughly reviewed and aligned with legal standards. |
Training and Communication | We plan and conduct diverse training courses and cultural activities tailored to different compliance topics and target groups, aiming to enhance employees' compliance awareness and execution capabilities. |
Risk Management | By conducting compliance risk evaluations,risk health check initiatives, and self-assessment activities, we support business departments in risk identification, control implementation, and root cause analysis, thereby driving continuous improvement in compliance risk management. |
Integrityand Business Ethics Management | The Company has put in place a solid anti-corruption policy, encourages a culture of transparency, and works alongside the HR team to implement sanctions for non-compliance. The Company operates a reporting system, providing open and transparent channels for whistleblowing. We ensure all reports are received, recorded, and referred to the appropriate organizationsasneeded. |
Compliance Assurance | The Company offers compliance consultation services through dedicated channels, delivering timely compliancerecommendations. The Company advances supplier compliance due diligence investigations to mitigate potential compliance risks. |
During the Reporting Period, the Company conducted a range of compliance awareness campaigns to enhance compliance consciousness and fostera compliance-oriented culture.
Name of Campaigns | Description | Target Audience |
Gotion High-tech “International Anti-Corruption Day" Campaign | Conducted an anti-corruption campaign forall employees of the Company | All employees |
Bilingual Compliance Bulletin - Issue No. 4 | Interpreted compliance policies, and shared professional complianceknowledge tocultivate theCompany's compliance culture | All employees |
Compliance Reminders regarding Holidays and BusinessPartners | Raisedtheanti-corruptioncompliance awareness among employees and business partners | Employees and business partners |
Marketing Compliance AwarenessWeek | Facilitated compliance training and case study discussions by organizing marketing-focused perception seminars, and released specific compliance reminders | Marketing staff and relevant personnel |
Subsidiary Compliance Culture Activity - Compliance Perception Seminar | Gathered extensive insights on the current status of compliance culture in our subsidiaries and suggestions for improvement to promote the establishment of compliance culture and business ethics management | Employees and the management of the subsidiaries |
BusinessEthicsandAnti-Corruption
TheComayatchret signifiabinthiand antcrptonissndacrdinglsstablhda superisinand enfrcmentmechaniThoard ofDirectorsseesasthehighest goveing oyforusinssthicsand ant coruption The CmlianceManagement Center and the Audit Center, as the primary sueisory bodies are tasked with managing anti-corruption and anti-fraud activities, as well as investigating whistleblowing cases.
During theReporting Period, theCompany recorded noinstances of commercialbribery or embezzlement, and nolawsuits or significant administrative penalties were incurred as a result of unethical competitive behavior.
EmployeeandSupplierManagement
Employee Management
The Company has iued six intenal plicies related to business ethics, bribery and anti-corruption, which apply t all employees.hroughregular raining and awarenesscampaigns, the Company ensure that employeesthoroughlyunderstand and rigorously adhere to business ethics guidelines.
Supplier Management
The Company has ssued and widely promoted the Code of Conduct forBusiness Partners, requiring suppliers to sign and stritly adhere to this code. Annuall, the Company organizes one compliance training session and delivers two anticoruptionrminderstsupplierAdditionalwencorporate thestatusof the suppliecmliancemanagement sst into the supplier development audit process to ensure the compliance and transparency of the supply chain.
Compliance Policy
The Company has establihed and improvedourintemal cmpliance system in accordance with the Criminal Law of thePeoples Republic of China, the Anti-Unfair Competition Law of the Pple's Republic of China, and other relevant laws and regulations. During the Reporting Period, the Company updated the Gotion High-tech Code of Conduct (Version A1) and Whistleblowing Handling and Whistleblwer Protection Policy Version BO), and published the Gotion High-tech Comliance Management Oulin.
Name of Policy | Scope of Application |
Gotion High-tech Code of Conduct | Gotion High-tech and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, and, forreference,other affiliated companies |
Management Measures for Handling Employee Acceptance of Gifts and Monetary Gifts | Gotion High-tech and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, and, for reference, other affiliated companies |
Gift and Hospitality Management Regulations | Gotion High-tech and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, and, forreference,other affiliated companies |
Conflict of Interest Management Measures | Gotion High-tech and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, and, for reference, other affiliated companies |
Code of Conduct for Business Partners | Business partners of Gotion High-tech |
Whistleblowing Handling and Whistleblower ProtectionPolicy | Gotion High-tech and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, and, for reference,other affiliated companies |
Gotion High-tech Compliance Management Outline | Gotion High-tech and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, and, forreference,otheraffiliated companies |
Cultural Development
The Companymaks ongoing effrts to strengthen thecmlane culturearticularly weoffer cmlince training seions tall employeesthroughaninteal onlinplafmensuring that allwhirecmletcmlincemanagment trainng andpassth assessmentsring theeportingPerid, theComanyudatd thGotionHig-echCoeofCondut, whichprimarilfue compliance management. A special video was produced to disseminate this code to all employees.
During the Reporting Period,
the Company organized 53 3 compliance training sessions, attended by a total of 10,258 8 participants, achieving 100% training coverage for key positions.
The trainnoversmultiple areasiclinganti-cuptiondsecuritybsinessthiadlgalegulationssti employees'compliance awareness and risk prevention skills.
Reporting Mechanism
Gotion Hih-techishighly committed tobulding and executing a robust whistlelwing systm, striing toprovide a safe ad accessiblchalfrmyeeandstaolderthastwarweavereidatotalflaintsandrg protection cases, all of which have been accepted and properly handled.
The Companyhas fomulated and issued theWhistleblowing Handling andWhistleblower ProtectionPolicy,which oulines the principles and procedures for managing thewhistleblowing system,withits operationoverseenby the Comliance Management Center The system operates under strict confidentialty, encouraging real-name reports while also accepting anonymous subissionThroughut thandling f caes theComanyesursstrict protctionofwhistlowedentis andinfat provided by those involved. All whistleblowing records are managed as confidential files.
Promotion and Dissemination
The Company publizes the whistleblowing policies through diverse channels, including the Employee Handbook the Code of Condct fr usinssPaerscmlane colms and cmlane ticensuring that mlos and stakhders areful infoed about repring andclaintmecanimLeraing intal trainng and thCmansoficialwbitethCli Management Center nsistentlydismnatsinfomationabut thewhistling systssageand prtectivmeureang to promote compliance awareness among all employees.
Reporting Channels
TheComanyoffesmultilereoringcanelfrmlysandstaeholerstenurethat reprtingisconvenient ander
Reporting hotline: 0551 - 62100065
Reporting email: jubao@gotion.com.cn
Address forbylettr/facetface reorting: Comliance Management Centr of Gotion High-techCo LtdNo.66Hayua Avenue,Baohe District, Hefei City,Anhui Province, China
Risk Management
Three LinesofDefense
Gotion High-tech has established a risk management system centered around the “three lines of defense", ensuring comprehensirisontrolarossalleratialstagthereyprvidinrot pprtfthCmanstaldveln By the end of th Rporting Perid, th Cmanyhad issued 60riskmanagement-elated policis and duments ecmassing areas suchasorprate gveance, securits vestet, finance hmanreuces,erationsinclding marketin, chain,mafuinatyand rtqltmnninaland and compliance.
The first line of defense:
The second line of defense:
The third line of defense:
Business departments
Riskmanagementfunctional department
InternalAuditDepartmentandAudit Committee
Business departments serve as the forefront of risk control, responsible for identifying and managing risks in daily operations, ensuring that risks are effectively controlled at their source.
The Compliance Management Center, as the Company's risk management functional department, is responsible for developing risk management policies and procedures, overseeing and guiding the first line of defense. Through policy formulation, risk assessment, supervision of corrective actions, and training programs, it ensures a closed-loop compliance management framework, effectively minimizing potential risks.
The Audit Center, functioning as the Company's independent internal control evaluation body, is responsible for evaluating and verifying the effectiveness of the risk management system. The core tasks include performance audits, evaluation of intermal control systems, and supervision of critical business processes. By systematically identifying and analyzing risks, it effectively prevents potential risks and ensures compliance and safety in business activities.



During the Reporting Period, the Company completed seven key compliance review tasks, covering compliance risk assessments for subsidiaries, specific evaluations, and third-party compliance management. By means of field visits, interviws and data analysisptential ris points were dentified,cmliance uggestions ere made, and th fol oncorrective actionswasensureThroughut theyear,thCompanycompletedcmlianceelfassesmentsforeven majorbuinsslineand1usinenitoduted secialied riskasessments fr spare partsmarketing actiit and existi splrperformed diliencensulierand raise cmliance riskalrtsTheepecialid compliance risk assessments have received third-party recognition, achieving a 95% accuracy in risk identification and a rectification rate of over 90%
Tax Risk
The Cmanyhscreatdataxrismanagent proereularlyinsecting adasng taxrisktoenure theare rt identifiedantroldnptentialaiadtdandrdnlmaer,t has engaged extemaltaxassurance audits toptimizetaxgovenance,guaranteetaxaccuracyandreducetaxdiput
Internal Control
The Comany strictly cmplis with theCompanyLawof thePelesRepulicof China,theBasicStandards for Enterpriseal Controlanditssrtingguilinaswelasthregulatoqirentsof thCheurtisgulatoryCmmissonC) andthehenzhStockxhangeWavestablhedarobst italontrolanraagemnt sstmmasgar sch asorporategvemacseuritisiestntfnancmanreourceperationsinclding marktingplchi manufacturing, afty,halth and nirmnt, qualtymanagment, nginering, afr-sal and ) as wellas at a compliance.Atotal of 39 polcies have beenissued. The interal audit policy of the Company iscentered on standardizing management proesses andpreenting risks.GuiddbytheAudit AcoutabityManagementMeauresit aimtenhaneth Company's internal control capabilities.
Forexteldilourendi,thmanglalydislfianilatinadergsextaitanall linewith the Company's aual financial rporting cyclQuarterly audits are alsoconducted onraised funds and related-party transactionsWeensurecomlianwithregulatoryrquiremetsregardinthdisclouref thefndraisinmanagementfd flows, fund usage, the scope of related parties, and the related transactions.
Intermsof intnalauditing,th Audit Center aimstostandardizecorporategovemance and operational management systm preventrtioisfrat tiitorncialdiiiaeaatff performancetcondts auit spevisnfrmfou aspects:inteal control govemance sperisionperational repnsibiy audits, perfmance and efficency inpection and frad monitoring.This aplis toallintealbodies of th Comany subsidiaries, and aflited comanies that have significant impact on the Company. The focus ison operational planning and organizationbinsefcinandenicrensibity,biareandintlorol stmFranyil disciplinaryactions theresonsibleparis and accuntabitymeaureareclearly defind tenure tmlyidenticatin ad rectification.
The Company, guiddbyregulatory and intmal standard dpts arisk-focused approachyondting rotinand seil aditinuisftntaiteir coliancwith theCodofBsinessEthic, thedevlpment and aherencetanticorptionand anti-brbery frmwork ad ethical conducts of employees.Regular audits are carried out at least once every three years,with 100% coverage of all operational apects.hisnuresthat thmpanyanurmlmlwithelevat lwrglationreglatoryrquirtad internal control standards, while maintaining a high level of adherence to business ethics.
ESG Risks
TheComanyprioritizes systmaticGriskmanagment, dvelopingacomrehensierispreventionandcontrolframworb optimiinurvastrutureadprationlmehanrliacmanagment prptivestrictlyah laws and regulations,implementing a regular compliance review mechanism.We also conduct regular compliance assesments acrossR& prodtion and sul chainperations toensurefullregulato cmliancetmsfgovance structu integrate ESG principles into strategic decisio-making, establishing cross-departmental colaboration mechanisms with clearl defined rolandrensibitieruppchainmanagment, wehav develpd sulr amin andvaluationstandad incorporating EG factors uch as environmental performance and labor rights into our sulier assessment system, therb promoting responsibl practices across the industry chain.Within EHS management, wehave enhanced risk prevention and oupationlthmangmt tmred iet ingrrafomtiinitatianenurdliant di of hazardous waste. Looking ahead, we remaincommittd to enhancing SG rismanagement advancing collaborative gveane, and driving risk management toward a more proactive and refined approach.
Information Security and Privacy Protection
Information Security
During the Reporting Period, nomajor infomation leaks orother cybersecurity incidents occured wthin the Company, and no sanctions or fines pertaining to information security were imposed.
Policy Documents | 20 information security policy documents, such as: Data Security Management Measures, Data Lifecycle Security Management Measures, Data Leakage Prevention Management Measures, Information Security Management Measures, Information Security Incident Management Measures. |
Technical Measures | Next-Generation Firewall: Conducts in-depth inspection and granular control of network traffic. Situation Awareness Platform:Provides real-time network monitoring, detects potential threats, and assists in swift response and resolution of security events. Threat Inteligence:Facilitates the gathering,analyzing,and leveraging of information about potential cyber attacks. Honeypot:An advanced system designed for threat hunting and source tracing,powered by deception defense techniques. Vulnerability Scanning: The scanning platform enables the Company to promptly identify and resolve potential information security issues. |
Employee Training | All new employees must attend the Information Security training course, ensuring 100% coverage. IT information security education training program, securing 100% coverage allIT personnel among subsidiaries. Information security awareness is promoted to all employees through emails, announcements, and various other forms. Information Security Compliance Awareness Week initiative, aimed at all employees. |
Safety Drill | The Company designs and implements annual emergency dril plans. During the Reporting Period, we finalized the “Forging the Net-2024" industrial internet security live network exercise and an internal email phishing drills. |
Emergency Management | General information security incident:The Company's Digital Center independently coordinates with relevant departments to quickly take action to address and resolve the incident. Significant information security incident: The Company's Digital Center handles the incident while reoringnt theInformaton souity Management Tem an informig the dsignated Maenagerment Major information security incident: The Company's Digital Center reports to the Information Security Management Team and notifies the Information Security Leadership Team, follows up on the incident |
SecurityAuthentication
Gotion High-tech'sHeadquartersData CenterSystemin Bahe Districthasobtained the“National InformationSystem SecurityLevel3Protection”certification(Completed filing/registrationin 2023),approved and issued by theNational Ministry of Public Security, and has successfully passed the 2024 assessment.
·Gotion High-tech,HfeiGotion,and JingkaiGotionhavereceived theAL3certification Comletdcertification in2, validfrom 2022 to 2025),thehighest tier of the TSAX(Trusted Infomation SecurityAssessment Exchange)standard.
GotionHadquarter participated in theindustrial internet securityclassification and gradingmanagement for three consecutiveyearsfrom2022to2024,andhasbeenclassifiedasaLevelnetworkedindustrialenterpriseandaLevel 3 platform enterprise based on multiple criteria.
Information Security Issue Reporting Channel
Email: info_sec_opt@gotion.com.cn / WeCom: Global IT Operations Department of the Digital Center / OA System
Privacy Protection
The Company strictly adherestoapplicablelaws and regulationssuchas theDataSeurityawof thePeoplesRepublic of Chin, the PersonalInformationProtectionawof thePeoplesRepublic of China, and the CybersecurityLawof thePeoples Republicof China in our dailyperations. We are devted tocontinuusly advancing ou data seurty and privacy comliance management system. During the Reporting Period, the Company foused on privacy protection effrts, emphasizing legal and regulatory comliastrtdateuritrnthiflrmeeenurt personal infomatiois seurelymanagd throughut its entirelifecycle.adition,weidentifykeylnts privacy prtetion requiremtalterddfilatinfmtinseuritdriacrottianrulationd period.
The Companyhas thoroughly reviewed the requirements of the Data Security Law of the People's Republic of China and the Personal Ifomation ProtectionLawf thePeples Republicof China, incorporating data securityandprivacycmliance int th overall comliance management frmework.We take activemeasures including monitoring regulatory changes and performing compliancerisk valuations and audits,enuring that ourusinessoperationscmply withlgal standards.uring the eporti Period, the Company revised and released a new version of the Information Security Management Measures, focusing on strengthen tgdfrtholtstrandfrnaandensitiatoterl defines the principles of minimum necessity and transparent management requirements.
Training and Promotion
The Company conduts pecialized information security training for all mlyeesandkeypositionsfousing oncoliane requiremnferlftltnuepliietpeltttlaitinandr management, and security protection measures.
Throught th trainineedadphisng aaweni chng and successfully improving the privacy protection awareness and compliance capabilities of all employees.
SupplierandPartnerManagement
When outsurcing textenal sulers orharing datawith parer,thCmpanstritlyahersto the folwng requiremet:
1.SignaData ConfidentilityAgreent orData Sharing Agreent tlarlydefin thresponsibitieof bthparties th s of data usage, and security obligations.
2.Conduct due diligence on the data protection capabities of IT suppliersto ensure they meet the Company's compliance standards.
3.In scenarios involing crossborder data transfer, sign anadditional agreement and cmleteasecurityassemet.


INNOVATIONANDPRODUCT SERVICES
Responses to topics
Product Quality and Safety CustomerServiceand Satisfaction R&D and Innovation
Responses to SDGs

Product Quality and Safety
GotionH-tchlmetshihstandardsandstrimanament requirmentsfrprodt qualtyandsafetythfo custoer neesheCanyptimizes theefciecyofqualtyand safet prsss, stregthens prdut qualtyand saf management andensreprodt relabithaningustmeatisfactioanddringthCanyssustainabledevl
Product Quality Management
Gotion Hightehconsistentlyahrestohighstadardsforqualtymanagement, fousing oncustomereds and mphasiing effectiveness and efficiency of customer-oriented processes.
ProductQualityAuditSystem
To ensure compliance and control throughout the whole lifecycle from quality management and manufacturing to product management, the Company has established a multi-faceted audit system.

During the Reporting Period, the Company did not incur anypenalties fromregulatory authorities for violations of laws and regulatielrdteqltrtydtdtrsatiali rectifications, or large-scale product recalls due to safety or quality incidents.
Case
SpecialQualityImprovementInitiative
To ensure thequaltyof its outgoing productsGotionigh-techlanchdapecial mrovement initiativeaddressing th self-discharge phenomenon in battery cells. This initiative consisted of three key paralle modules: “Enhancing Demagnetization Capabity", “Optimizing Cutting Tools", and “implementing Real-time Monitoring of the Work Environment”. By optimizing manufacturing processes, introducing advanced testing technologies, and promoting digital management, the initiative achieved a 72% reduction in zero-kilometer self-discharge failure rate and a 30% reduction in the three months in service (3MIS) self-discharge failure rate. The Company continued to drive quality improvement initiativeenhancingprodut perfrmancenthemarketandreinforcingitsreputationforhigh-qualityprodt.
ProductQualityManagementSystem
Inaccordance withqualtymanagment systmMstandardsand theurrnt bsineandape, theComanyhasestablhe imlementd and contiulmproved itsqualtymanagement systm,intratin highqualt standards throughout thewhl product lifeclreverfolnthMqurmentsthayasdevldstrturddumntationfrmw incluingqualtlrraltatlidrrdsuthtiiareft appied in daily operations. Additional, the Company employs the PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) cycle to drive contiuous improvement throughout its operations.
Quality ManagementSystem IATF16949
EnvironmentalManagement
System
ISO14001

Quality Management Systems ISO 9001
Occupational Healthand Safety ManagementSystem ISO45001
Allcertified production bases of theCompanyhave obtained eitherIATF16949:AutomotiveQualityManagement System Certificationsope:designandmafacturingoflithumioneltricvehiclebattrisr90QualityMangment Systm Certificatisdindafatinlihubatersstaentiludtftit of thequalmanagment ytmprvidin stron thical uppr fprdt didelmentvaldatioadql control.
Asof thprtingPeriod llof thmpanesticsusidiarishaebtandcerificatiowiththexceti twnewfaltstatdorasinadi tl4susidarsebeu including 12 domestic entities as we ll as the overseas sites in Indonesia and Gottingen.
During the Reporting Period, the Cmanys ShanghaiTesting and Validationnstitute uccessfullpased CNAS (China ationl AccreditationServiceforConformityAssessment)Certification.
Case
Establishing a HazardousSubstance Process Management System toEnsure Product Qualityand Safety
To meet regulatory and customer requirements regarding hazardous substances, Gotion High-tech has integrated RoHS (RestrictionofHazardousSustancesnamelytheirectiventheRestrictionof theUseofCertainHazardousSubstance Electrical andElectronicEquipmentintoitscorporatstandards.n2024,theCompanybeganestablishing theQC000 managemet systmuring theReportigPeriod,GotionHig-techeadquarterscertificatio scoe:designflithin batteries and battery packs), Tangshan Hub, and Jinzhai Gotion (cerification scope: manufacturing of lithium-ionbatteri and battery packs) successfully passed audits by third-party agencies.
Based on the qualty management system, the Company has developed management documents such as the Hazardous Substance FreeManagement and Control Procedures and Material Risk LevelAssessment and Sampling Inspection Standards for HazardousSubstanceFree in accordance with the requirements of the IEC-QCO8000O hazardous substance processmanagement sstemTheCompanyhasreviwedrelevant sreglations and customerrequirementsregarding hazardous substances identifying associated risks frommulti-dmensionalaspects of desin,materialsprocurement, manufacturing, and management. On this ground, the Company has imlemented control measures to manage these riss.
Toensure rodut qulonrol throughout itwhl lifeylefrmprdt develpmnt tcustomer eicthmpay buit aqultymangement plafomdiionalyased on themdamanagemet dsigof thequalitymaagemnt platf th Companyhasstablshed theQualtymainroMangemet tmfolin thCmanserarchicalprstrt

QualityDomainStructure | |
Level 1 | Overall quality management coordination. |
Level 2 | management,manufacturing qualitymanagementcustomerquality managementqualtyperationsand |
Level3 | This includes sub-processes for each business area, refining the quality management tasks to achieve management and control over quality-related risks. |
Product Recall Management
Gotion High-tech has established a comprehensive product recall management system, clearly defining the management requirementfrrodutrecalmanyproactieolaoratwithamtiMscarotprodutreali addressustmerlaintandrmteprodtqualtyroementsandenhadafersalseicelevelThisn that customers receive tiely, thoughful an satisfactory seice, thereby enhancing th Compan reputation.tealy, th Companyhasdeveloed the CustomerQualtyManagementMesures andAfter-alesSericeManagement Measurestoprove internal customer ericemanagement and enhance theeficiencyof responding tocustomerndsuring the Reporting Perid the Company did not experience any product recall incidents.
Quality Culture Development
GotionHigh-techconsistentlyupholds thebusinesphilosophyof“ExcellenceinProductStrengthinTalentComitment o Customer Success" The Company strives to win the market through product excllence and buld a strong reputation through qualtyhasiinemlyeareessfqualtyandfteringeerootedqualtyculturewithinthorganizatn
During theReoring Perid, theComansqualitymaagemnt platfm organiedspecialized prodt qualty raining sens covering 21 topics, with the participationof551 person-times mng thee, there was 1 specialid prdut safety training. with the partipation of 53 person-times.
QualityCulturePromotion
The Companyhasbeeninthe eraf qualty for tenyear, contiusly strengthening qualty awareness and cutural develmet. We havebeencmmitted tobeming abnchmark forqualtyinthebatte ndstryby analzing and keping pacewith indust leadersTbildastrngqualtyulture sstmwreularlyrgaizeQualtynthevetsan hldqualtythmdandre meetings, reinforcing quality principles and driving product quality improvements.
During the Reporting Period, we hosted the 1Oth Quality Month event under theme “Leading Domesticall, Sailing Globally Benchmark Quality inMotion” and launched the 1thQualtyMonth event under thme“Leading Domesticlly Navigatin Globally Excellence Beyond Horizons”.
Case
Gotion High-tech Hosted Quality Month Event under the Theme "Leading Domestically, Sailing Globally, BenchmarkQualityinMotion”
Gotion High-tech organized its 10th Quality Month event under the theme “Leading Domesticall, Sailing Globall, Benchmark Quality in Motion". We launched a company-wide quality knowledge competition across to enhance all employees'awarenessfqualitydepenthecultural significanceofqultyandexpand theirknowledgebasey fosteringahabit of continuouslearning and improving professionalexperise,theinitiative aimed tohelpcultivate an environment wherequalty isstudidaldandracdballmloyeesThis intas suport otio tech's strategic goal in achieving its strategic goal of lading the nation and expanding globallythrough strengthening quality awareness among all employees.
Our business in the Americas area and the Eurafrica area organized activities such as quality competitions and 8D (Eight Disciplines Problem Solving)reviews and other activities to identify and address gaps from multiple perspectives. These initiatives broadened employees' professional horizons, enhanced engagement, and empowered their career development. The Asia-Pacific Plate,based on the actual production conditions of its overseas bases, conducted quality activities from multiple perspectives, such as knowledge competitions and QCC (Quality Control Circle) initiatives. These efforts helped communicate quality standards to frontline employees and strengthened their awareness of quality.

During theportingPeriod, th mpany sucessfulyheld special metingsoqualty and ananalqualty reviwmtin havebeeorganizingserieofspecialmtingstdeequaltywareneanddastrnqualtycultuethroughot th CompanyAt the end of eacher, we proactively organize an anal qualty reviwmting. This event not onlyrelts on th year'squalityperfomancebt also sets the direction for the digital transfomation of qualty management. Byfocusing on this transformation,we establisha solid foundationfor continuallyimproving both product and service quality.
Case
SpecialQualtyMeeting undertheTheme“l(fā)mplementing QualityAwarenesstoEnhanceProcessCapabilityand Improve Cell Utilization"
On Jul1 to12, 2024,GotionHigh-tchhld the special qualitymeting in024,whichreceived significant attntin from the Company's senior management. Li Zhen, Chairman of Gotion High-tech, Wang Qisui, President of the China business sectorf theCompany and Wang Qiang,President of theGeneral Instituteof EngineeringResearchattendd the meeting and provided guidance.
The Company places great importance on and supports quality-related activities, driving quality culture from superior to inferior throughout the Company. For this training session, we have specially invited external experts to deliver the Quality Awareness Enhancement Training for Management to senior management. The session was attended by over 100 leaders from both the Company's headquarters and subsidiaries.We remain committed to integrating an unwavering pursuit of quality into every aspect of our operations,continuously driving quality improvement. We follow a market-driven approach, ensuring that all efforts originate from market needs and are ultimately validated by the market.

Personnel CapabilityEnhancement
Toenhacelyqualtyaabitthmanrganidivse tranngctitanallyalinwihalwr jperqtrangrotlnqllenralqualtsiqualtt qualtymmtitilrairnnul enhanceindividualapabitimproepressefficincadstrengthenqualitywareessfsenioe
During the Reporting Period,the Company organized a QC 08000 standard training for allemployees.


Case
Conducting SixSigmaTraining toEnhance QualityManagement Awareness among All Employees
During the Reporting Period, Gotion High-tech launched a SixSigma training project spanning multiple businesslines, regions, and organizational levels. The project covered the quality management platform, engineering technology platfrm, subsidiaries and hbs. Theclass consistedof 23members inclding dputymanagers and above,as wllas 11 engineers at lvelgt ad abveThe projct lstedforsimonths and byits cmletion,33particpants had pad the Six Sigma Green Belt exam, while eight participants had passed the Six Sigma Black Belt exam.
Product Safety Management
During theReporting Period, n incidents f controversy concening product safetyorqualityccurred within the Comany
Recognizing safety as the core and most crucial atributeof products, Gotion High-tech remains committed to enhancing ou product safetymanagement sstmTheComanyhas lanchedcmpanyvel provement programs forbatteces and pa detectingprodut safetyriskpointineachprdutionlinandroeanddevelping andexeutinpreventimere.
ProductSafetyManagementSystem
GotionHigh-teh'sprdt afetymanagment systplaavitarlndentiing safety-relatdelments withinechss module R&, manfacturing prouremet, delive, and service)lt defina seriesof safty standards fr ach proess ad ensures their effective implementation to achieve a systematic upgrade in product safety.
The Company has establshed a Product Safety Conformity Representative (PSCR) working group and developed the Battery Cel Product SafetyManagement PrcedureWe regularlyupdate prodt safty-related technolgies standards and procedrl documentsDuring the Reporting Period, the Company refreshed the safetydesign baseline forbattery cellsThis invoed formaling safetdesinreviwspdating o-site torage standad safetymaterial technical protoclsmaterial af characteristicinspection standard and the Production Sto and ineShutdwManagement MeauresAn mergencyrepons procedure for safety accidents was also created.
Establishing a product safety organization | The Company established a formal product safety organization by issuing the Product Safety Task Force Appointment Notice. The document outlines that the organization's duties involve ongoing monitoring of safety indicators, periodic reporting to senior management through regular meetings, implementing safety-focused improvement initiatives, and driving the achievement of the zero-safety-issue target. |
Specifications for product and process development | After identifying the safety characteristics of the products, the Company's Battery Research Institute has established corresponding design standards and issued the Battery Cell Safety Design Checklist, which will be used for the safety design of future projects. Meanwhile, the Company's Technology Center has identified process safety characteristics based on product safety characteristics and produced the Battery Cell Process Safety Characteristics Checklist. These process safety characteristics have been designated as items requiring special control during process development and incorporated into PFMEA (Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis), CP (Control Plan), and SOP (Standard Operating Procedure). |
Supplierdevelopment and assessment requirements | The Supplier Management Procedure outlines the entry threshold for safety material suppliers, stipulating that any supplier failing to meet the safety entry criteria will be subject to a one-vote veto. The Supplier Performance Management Measures define the performance scoring rules for safety material suppliers, and the Commitment Letter on Cell Safety Material states that material-related safety issues wil incur penalties up to the maximum amount specified in the quality agreement. |
incidents | The Safety Management Procedure for Lithium lron Phosphate Battery Cells specifies the emergency response process and responsible personnel for product safety incidents, to customers and senior management within 24 hours, with the highest level of reporting reaching the President. |
Safety performance assessment | At the beginning of the year, the Company released the 2024 Company-Level Quality Indicators and the 2024 Subsidiary Quality Performance Plan. These documents set out the product safety indicators and incentive mechanisms for specific business units and personnel. |
ProductSafetyLifecycleManagement
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During the product design and development phase
TheCompanyfolowthrequiremntsoutindintheBaterProdtDevelpmentressandidentiesaplialelgalnd regulatory standardsWecontinuslyeveloandoptimizerelabitymodels throughmechanismsuchas simulationfae analysis, and testing method standardization.nline with regulations such asGB38301-2020 ElectricVehicles Traction Batte Saftytt fttuhtal olid heat cyles mersion themal stabilty, and tmerature shockduring th prjct phastoverif and ensure threliabity f product design.
SafetyandReliabilityTestingProcessforNewBatteryCell Materials
Material physicochemical testing | Test the physical and chemical properties of the raw materials to ensure that the performance indicators of the new materials meet the technical standards. |
Battery cell performance testing | the benchmarking of new material testing In cases where the performance testing of the battery cell samples does not standards and the meet the standards, the supplier will be required to resubmit samples for testingactivitiesat testing, and new material development with that supplier may even be halted. each stage of new |
Test data output | material introduction. Providerelevant evidencefor thereview of new materialintroduction. |
GotionHi-tchhasestablihdverificatiobrancheinHefiandhanghai whicharrespnsibforth safetyandreliabity testing f cmnts emd and batty systmsfor eris protion and afrsalqed withneal tst rigs ing vatiotsters, mehaical shck tabl enirmental hamrs,ingrated nlpenetration and sn machine, and high-temperature explosion-proof boxes, the branches meet over 97% of domestic and international standards, ensuring comprehensive product testing capabilities.
During the product process design and pilot production phase
TheComanyclerlyfinprodt andprsharacteristielatedtprtafetanreulatolanenaccrda withtheBatteryProutDeveletProsandtecialCharacteristiManagmetMeaurAdditonallriskanalsisad controlmeauresforproduct safetycharacteristis are stipulatedindocuments suchastheFalueMode andEffectsAnalysis ManagmetMeaursMA),anarexlityutlindinthontrollanuring the transitofrmprct teriesprti the Companylemntseveralmeures tensure that therequiremntsfrprodt safetyfetures aremt andexeuteTh measures include error-proofing, 100% inspection, and SPC (statistical process control).
During the series production phase
The Compay sets upasound and relable versight mechanismThis includes reularmonitoring of production presindicato, ORTOngneliabitts),ancaionrsdit pt it adlsaditmuardig to continuously monitor product quality trends and ensure the safety and reliability of the products.
During the productservicephase
The Company has established an industry-standard remote battery data monitoring platfom (namely the big data early waring platform)to ensureuser safetyand the securty and rliabityof thebattries.ased on thisplaform, the Companyhas alo develped monitoring apliations andbigdata analysis systems pecificaly forElectricVehicleBatteries. his system suprts TCP/P, T, afka-based ope data access, offie and online algorithm analysis.It enales the qering of batey-relatd informationanddisayatrationandhathstas thrhulie haAdioal,tsstmicaplef milon level monitoring and earlywarningThe smart battey network's big data analsis platfom can monitornofewer than milion vehicleystadasxandd trovidataftyseiratlastMsffrinprofsnalatt services to downstream vehicle manufacturers.
Customer Service
During the Reporting Period, the number of complaints from OEMs decreased by 19.02%
Upholding thphilophfcustomerfirstattentiveeiceGotionHightehcontiuslprovidscustomerswithconenn professioaandgqualtyiivrinmprehsiandaccuratmartqualtynfatiadenurin service support for sales.
After-salesServiceSystem

Gotion High-techiscommitted to providing customers withhigh-qualtyaftr-sals seviceThese services inlde maintenane warehousing,recycling, electricity sales, and technical support.By establishing a “joint ^+ authorized” service model with professional seicestationwolloratewithMslemntjntmantenaneseicwherruitinghiqualticeprovide into our service system.
As of the Reporting Period, the Company has established a total of 500 service centers worldwide, including 45 dmestic service centers and 15 overseas service centers.
To ensure aquickreponse, theComanyhasset a42HouReponse,4Hourrival 4HouResolutionquick re target frfaltaning adrpaiChnyutinrmtemnitring andarlywng stmseicti,andi repairequests, weassin the nearest service persoel or mergency sevicetemto prmptly arive at the scene for falt resolution. This foms a service radius of 200kilometers with a -hour service response, ensuring the safe operation of the products.

With the growth of overseas customers and delivery volumes,the Company is progressively improving the verseas after-sales seicetstablhdeeitrinitei Asia-Pacifi,Erpe Africa and theAmricaAdditionallased on th actul erseasbusineneedswehav devpd standardied seice prcedure larly defining aft-sasserice guaranteeswithareponse tiewithin 24hursa solti withindaadiserltionwthdaenurfcitandtliurhorewstrictyahreth and regulations f each country and region, ensuring fll cmpliance in service processes. Thishas enabld thecmprehensiv ilementatiofseceportapabitiacrereartprvidingstrngupprforthiqualitgrhf overseas business.
Toachivedigital trasfomatioinafteraleseicethompanyactiveladancesthedvelmentfdigitalafteral service system.We have established a Battery Remote Data Monitoring Platfom, also known as the Big Data Early Waming PlatformThis systm includs a 2/7 remote monitoring and earlywarming system, capableof effiently intgrating data frm milionsofvehchlbatetaditonandnaltaltrhalmti battery stausreastinbattefalt anals asalworor preand acontmanagt enri safe operation of its products.
Theaftersaleseicesystcanmonitrandaccuratelyrecrdtheentre serice prcesswhilealscondutin scientic performancemangement ofvariousoperationaletricsTh systmconduts idethmining andanalsisofastmarketei datatocopilefaultclasicationprovidingcoprehensiveand acurateprodut qualtydatafrthequaltymanagement plafomBased on this the systemcontinuousl mproves product qualty,ensuring a steady enhancement in service quality. Furthemore,it providcustomerswithcustmizd eicemaals and soltionstmet thirindividual nes sporti t Company's high-quality development.
GotionHigh-tech24-hourcustomerservicehotline: 400-110-8181
GotionHigh-tech after-salesserviceemail: gxshkf@gotion.com.cn


Customer Complaint Handling
GotionHig-techupholds the philosphy ofcustomer fist dedicated seiceWehs established a customer comlaint handling network that primaril elsonafr-salseic peronlat obase sulmetedby seltedthidparty seie prvidr. Thisnetwork enures extensiveverage across nmerouscoutrie andregions foming atimel and efective customer cmlaint handling mechanism. Comlaints are assgned toadedicated representative, and wehave standardized the requirements fo reponseefciecycustmnquirtrstmers sit laints orfback throhhalsuhaspnhat orourfficalbiturntalicestffwilstvalityandatuftlaintsandanethinacda withthustmQualtManagetMauendthelevat reulatiosncethelaint reledw back to the customer,finalie the complaint case,and confirm whether theresolution hasbeen achieved.

Gotion High-techhas establishda set of regulations to standardize the proess forhandling customer qualty cmplaintspo receiving qualty cmlaints frmcustomers, theCustomereiceCenterutizesthequality tooltanale produt quality nd resove customer qualty isues.The Company contiuously refines theCustomer QualtyManagement Measures activelycolts customerback andprtlyaddrescustoencTheseinittirovideericand suppor metqual relatededCmanstalhdaEarQultPrentGuidlirlydeiingtprandrepnsiit of all patis invoedeactivelymlent earlyqultyprevntionmeare innw prcts toredequltyrsks urin th initial dliactanad a stage therprin thveiclequalficatiortAdionalerd t FailureAnalsisManagemnt and PrdtSaftyMangement policieSystmaticfale analsisadverificatipresse dr product qualty analysis and mprovemnt, redcing product fare rates in the market enhancing customer satisfaction, ad supporting the Company's operations.
Furthermore,theCompanyhas imlementdastrutured proessforregularlycmping monthlyreprts oncustomercomlaints cateorizandsriftdrdintttrtifiatroslataltth statistical evaluationf fareratendicatorinthemarktBased onthecorrelationbtweenbusinssoerationsand qualty qualitymris arerokedwand assigedtrectidpametsfostrinbettridenticatinandrelutionf qualt issues.
CustomerSatisfactionManagement
The Comanyhs formulated theCustomer SatisfactionFollwpGuidelines and conduted anal customer satisfactionsuey Based on the suveyresults, the Company compiles a list f cmmon issues, imlements targeted iprovements, and provide feedback within the timeframe requested by customers The efectiveness of these specificimprovementsis then verified in subsequent surveys.
TheComanaheres torepnsibmarketing practices, providing ustomer witharate and re prdut infationWead falseadertisingaggeration roncemnt f fats aiming tbuildlng-tem rust withorlnts and achie sstainab development for the Company.
EvaluationDimensions of After-sales CustomerSatisfaction | |
User satisfaction,end-user feedback | 40% |
User satisfactionis obtained throughuser satisfaction suveys andpost-salesticket data terminal investigations. | |
Customercomplaint,customercomplaintregistrationform | 30% |
Theannl singystmisasfllws:Frechald cmlaint reeved tionf intswiealid,wth limit on the total number of points that can be deducted.If no complaints are received no points willbe deducted. | |
OEM satisfaction,OEM customer survey | |
The OEM Satisfaction Suvey (cmprising 50% suvey ratings and 50% objective evaluations) is conducted to regularly monitor | |
objectivecustomersatisfactiondata. 400 Hotline follow-up,maintenance satisfaction survey | |
Follow-up with users on maintenance, including feedback on service attitude and repair quality. | 10% |
Paths for Improving Customer Satisfaction | Personnel 2. Analyze the capability matrix of department personnel and develop a training plan based on actual needs. | |
1. Increase investment in on-site service repair equipment and machinery. Equipment 2. Establish appropriate policies and assign specific personnel to specific roles, ensuring the normal functioning of equipment. 1. Establish regional accessory centers to enhance supply efficiency. | ||
spareparts. | 2. Allocate battery packs proportionally for key projects to ensure customer vehicle Materials usage. 3. Maintain regional safety stock to prevent extended repair delays due to waiting for | |
Environment | 1. Develop operational guidelines for each stage, ensuring all actions are carried out Rules according to standardized procedures. 2. Formulate a complaint handling policy to address customer complaints promptly. 1. Strictly enforce requirements at the service site and effectively implement the 6S management strategies. 2. Enhance the environment of the customer lounge by focusing on details and |
R&D and Innovation
Dung then t wBnn f 8.28% of the min usines revenue;
and the number of R&D personnel was 3,754, accounting for14.68%.
The Company adheres to a long-term vision and upholds the spirit of “continuous exploration and steadfast technologica breakthrough" We deeply mlment ur R& strategy, consistently enhance product strength, and ensure that we maintain ar industry-leading position in technological inovation from battery materials to finished battery products.
R&D Innovation System
R&DinnovationSystem R&DStrategicPlanning The Company continues to advance the development of a 10,000-person R&D team to strengthen large-scale | |
Focus on enhancing R&D team capability | innovation capabilities.We introduce high-end talent throughmultiple channels and continue to focus on core technologicalbreakthroughs.ycollaboratingwithgloballyrenowned universitiesandkeyenterprisesacrossthe industry chain,we establish a technological cooperation network that meets the Company's developmental needs.We aimto cultivateleaders in specific technological fields and host an annual technologyconference. The Company has added over 2,000 patent technologies, accelerating the transformation of technological achievements into production lines. We fully utilize government support policies to effectively promote joint breakthroughs in foundational technologies, core technologies, and cutting-edge science. |
Focus on building a materials science system | The researchteamfocuses onimproving the phosphate compaction density,processing,and rate performance of manganese iron lithium. We advance key breakthroughs in technologies and industrialization, such as medium-nickel single-crystal high-voltage materials, high-nickel 9-series materials, high-rate graphite, high initial effciency low-expansion silion-based anodes, wide-temperature-range fast-charging electrolytes, and ultra-thin safety membranes. Additional, we strengthen the research and development of core lithium salts, solvents,and additives. |
Focus on building a digital science system | The Company has precisely defined and released the Extreme Manufacturing 2.0 standard system, actively promoting Al systems to support the digital implementation at the five majorhubs in Hefei, anjing,Tangshan, Liuzhou, and Tongcheng. This has significantly enhanced our manufacturing engineering capabilities. We construct anAlcontrol tower platformbased on extreme manufacturing,achieving fulldigitalization of production processes onnew production lines and transforming traditional lines with digital management.We accelerate the digital control of the entire lifecycle of batteries from design to manufacturing, application, and eventualyrecycling.We continuouslyoptimize ourbig data inteligent earlywarning systemto monitor and ensure the safe operation of automotive and energy storage systems in real-time. |
Focus on Creating World-Leading Product Strength | The Company enhances the perfomance and manufacturing yild of second-generation battery cels, reducing manufacturing costs, and enabling mass production of third-generation cells with high energy density,high safety, and 4C ultra-fast charging capabies. This help break into the B and C vehicle markets. We have achieved mass production of a new chemical system with 230Wh/kg energy density and create Pack 3.0 platform-based solutions.We accelerate the development and promotion of high-safety, long-life,low-cost energy storage products and conducting research on 90oWh/L allsolid-state batteries and 1000V/5C ultra- fast charging technology. |
Focus on enhancing prototype testing capabilities | TheCompanypgrade theprototype platforms forternarybatterycells,lithium iron phosphate cel andPack systems.Wehavebuilt anl-solidstatebatteryprototype plaformt support theverification and prototyping capabilitisacross theentireindustry chain,further mproving testing and qualificationrates.TheCompanyhs also established nine major verification plaforms in Baohe,Xinzhai,Lujiang,Tongcheng,Nanjing,Qingda, Liuzhou, Yichun, and Tangshan, and fully launched the LIMS 2.0 intelient management system to improve the efficiencyof experimental resourceallocation. |
R&DSystemDevelopment
GotionHghtntialydat&and iatiosyststadardi&preandlarietrensibis eachstageuring thReportigPeriodinaordancewiththerialProdctionProcesforBatryProdutsinTrialProdti Lietheaidataltnsbitrqitn tril trialprosofbatprodtdvelnt prtadonthPrjtMangtoliWalclerlstiplat classification and grading of &D projects, the management of prject develpment responsibities and team performance incentieoffrin standadiedrerene frexutiondditnalwhastablihd prdtilnmanagment s based on the New Line Construction Project Management Measures, the Production Line Construction Project Management Measures,Production Line Project Planning Management Process, Production LineProject Change Management Process, and ProductionineProject Milstone ReviwManagement Prcess his aims toclarifythe comprehensive management prceses for production linprjt grading tmrepnsibitie andwork scp,prjct plannin maaemnt, milstonereviw chag management, and performance management.
TheCompanyhsrevied thePostdtoralearchWorkstationManagmentMaurewhchcarlyeinsthorganization structure and responsibitiesforpostdoctoral management aswellas the entire proess and requirments for therecruitent adission, tenure, and exit of postdoctoral researchers. This stadardizes and strengthens the management of postdtora researchers enhances thequalty of postdoctoral training, and accelerates thedevelpment of ayoung postdotoral teamwith independent innovation capabilities, to support the Company's technological innovation.
To drive technological inovation and enhance industry competitiveness, the Company has released the Regulations on the AplicationndManagt fieandehlgyrjtThislarifrequirets suhstherepnsibentitr govemnt prjt,aliatprandemetstandartsiifianroin tssrf goverment projct applicatinsstrengthening projct management, and iroving researchanddevelopment capabits.
The Gotion High-tech Extemal Cooperation Prject Management Measures is amanagement document formulated by the Company tstandrdieratipjtwxtrcnsttoersitadnrissee definesthonpt e andmanagent prinplf extaloabratioprts and proddtaidguidli t entire prss frrojt didntiatin projt initio pmanagmt prjt lret alves aspectsuhrjtrtintutdarchmat andpnalchrovisenurtintifstndariandeffixtionfxtlrat projects, therebyfostering the enhancement of the Company's R& capabities and faclitating the resolutionof key technica challenges.
To promote the transfomationof scientific and technological achievements into standards and enhance the enthusias of &D personel indrafing and revising standards we laiied thescope f rewards for particpationn destic and inteatio techical standard and the management and rwards for theTpTen Standard Expers” projct nder the category of stadard innovation talents based on the Gotion High-tech Standard Management Measures.
Case
Gotion High-techWins Multiple Awards in the Energy Electronics Industry Competition
Gotion High-tech organized a team to compete in the 2nd Energy Electronics Industry InnovationCompetition and the 3rdAdvanced Energy Storage Technology Innovation Challenge, jointly hosted by the Industry Development and Promotion Center Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of the People's Republic of China along with local govermment departments. Our three projects won the First Prize, Third Prize, and Excellence Award, respectively.
With these efforts, the Company has made further breakthroughs in new energy technologies, strengthened our product supply capabilities, and contributed to the high-quality development of the new energy industry.

The 2nd Energy Electronics Industry Innovation Competition and the 3rd Advanced Energy Storage Technology Innovation Challenge
R&DandInnovationPlatform
The Comansreearchan dvelmnt ovrs eerylinacrstheentirebayindstrychaining materialsprdts manufacturing,andreylinWhaestablhed eigmajrlba&entersHfi 2entersandShangaiChna) i Vlle anClvanUidStats)ingapreuaJapademanThystablhdveation provincial tcholgy&and ivationplafoms,incling thatioal terpriechnogyCentr, theNationalLocat EngineerinReechCente, thNationalPsttoralRearchStatin,and thAnistrilvationarchstit have alsobeen awarded numerous honors, such as the National lntllectualProperty Demonstration nterprise, theAdvanced EnterprisefrItationalStadardizationf LithiumonBatries thNatinal GreenSupplChainManagment terpri,th National GreenFactory,the National Smar Manfacturing emonstrationFactory, and China WelKnow Tradmark Iaditin, ourlaboratoriesand testing centrshavebtaind tp-ti dmestic and intational certications incldin theChinaati AccredtionService forConformityAssessment (CNAS)Laborator”,the“VolkswagenGroupAthorized CellTesting Laborator the“TUV SUD-Qualified WitnessTesting Laboratory”, and the“Canadian Standards Assoiation CSAAuthorizedLaborator
We encourage ourubidiarieand their subsidiaristpurse thetechnolgicalresarch andinovationHefiGotion Batt Materialhasbeenregizdsanatioallpecialedandsisticatedentpristhat prodwannq products,eaing the tif aitleGiant” nteprisAdditonaly sisuidariesaacdgd asspeciald ad sophisticatd SMsinthiretivprovins andcitTh subsidiarieareHfiGotinwMaterialschlgyCo Hefei Gotion Battey Co., LdTangshan Gotion Batty Co., Ltd Yichun Gotion Battery Co., Ltd. JiangxiWehong Lithium Co. Ltd.?, and Qingdao Gotion Battery Co., Ltd.
During the Reporting Period, the Company was awarded 4 Anhui Provincial Science and Technology Progress Awards and was grantedapproalforthAhiProvincialPwerandEnergyStoragedstryvationReearchInstitutWeavebeenapprvd for 1 national key R& prjct, with 3ongoing prjts; approved for 2 provinciallel majr scine and tecnlogy prjts With 4 ongoing projects.

Digital Transformation
We are steadfast in pursuing the strategic vision of“starting from within, advancing with quality, and growing from the roots” for our digital and intelligent transformation. We are committing to achieving a deep integration of digitization and intelligence to drive sustainable development.Axtrem,our self-developed platform, powered by big data and artificial intelligence (Al) technologies, providesinnovative solutions for key processes suchasdata collection, transmission, storage, management, and application. It has developedmultiplesoftwareproductlines,includinglean digitalization, big data for smart manufacturing, and industrial Al, whichhasenhancedtheCompany'sproductionefficiencyand provided robust technical support for achieving green production and resource optimization. Furthermore, the platform supports the entire smart manufacturing process at Gotion High-tech, driving the industry towards a greener, smarter, and more sustainable future.
Axtrem platform | |
Digital lean product line | Gotion-MOM (intelligent manufacturing operations management system) Gotion-QMS (digital quality management system) Gotion-TPM (total productive maintenance system) |
Intelligent manufacturing big data software | Gotion-QDAP (quality big data analysis platform) Gotion-DPM (digital performance management system) Gotion-IOT (industrial intermet of things platform) |
Industrial Al product line | Gotion-APIE (Al intelligent process software platform) |
Industry-University-Research Cooperation
To drive the high-qualtydevelopment of GotionHig-techand enhance our core cmpetitivenessweadhere to the principlesof opencolaborationandinovation-drivengrowthWeactivelyestablishanddeepencooperativerelationhipwithprestigou universities and resarchinstutions such as theChnese Acady of ScienceTsinghua University,FudaUnversity ongj Universityersitfiand hlyfChnaiestf hlgy,atiolersityfigapre Techlgilrsiteitettiflarft Lawrence BerkeleyNational Labora tory,the Bratislava University f Economics and Management, Slovakia, San Digo Stat UniversityandthnguniveiandrarchinstitioBuilingnstablhlng-staestratipeh withbth dmestic and intational niversit and institutions,wleveage ursignificant srength incuttingetec reerchdtlattliurralr and prodtion apabiti infronti telogi, maacturin, markt alicatins proess ptimization, and ther fi achieving deep complementarity and collaborative advancement of advantages.
Gotion Hih-tech has strengthened its efrts to integrate the “industry, academia and research, including establishing clse coperatilatiohwiaatatptuii Scienlab Together with thee organizations we conduct resarch in batte materials, bat pack technlogy, and batt management systems, and work collaboratively to address technical challenges in EV battery technology.
During the Reporting Period,the Company won two awards at the13th Corporate Learning and Development Forumhosted by ShanghaiJiaTonUiversityducationGroup,namelHih-VlCorporateLeninPlafomAward andOutstandinPrati Industry-Education Integration Award.
Case
BatteryExplosion-proof ValvesDesigned andDeveloped byGotion High-tech and Universtyof ScienceandTechnology of China
GotionHigh-techcollaborated with Universityof Science and Technologyof China to conduct researchon the impact of safety desinparameters for cell explsion-prof valvesonthe themalrunawayreactionprocessThroughmodelbuilding and experimental testing,oresearchtemunderstand the vlutionmechanism of inteal pressure inbattey celUsing the intemal pressureevlutiomodel and experimental results frm this project, the teameveled afowarddevelomnt and simulation model for safetyvalves. This approach enabled the identification of optimal safetydesign parameters for safetyativlguiingthdvelpmtfprtaftalhreerchfiningaeeaplid several battery products of Gotion High-tech.
AnIntelientMnitoringPlaformforBatteryCellroductionineJointlyDevelpedbyGotionHig-techandHfeUniversityof Technology
Gotion High-tech partnered with Hefei University of Technology to develop an equipment monitoring and maintenance management platfrm forbattery cell production linesbased on industrial intermet technology. Guided by the neds for equipment monitoring and maintenance management in GotionHigh-tech cellproduction line, our R&D teamleveraged the Industrial Internet and data inteligence to create a management core centered around“databases, knowledge base, algorithm lbraries, and component libraries" This served as the Ahub and inteligent brain for theGotion High-techcll production line's equipment monitoring and maintenance management platform. It achieved integrated control of “digital monitorin” and “inteligent operation and maintenance, enabling eficient management and smart maintenance of Gotion High-tech's production line equipment.
Gotion High-tech and San Diego State University Jointly Developing Wireless BMS Pack Technology
Amid increasingly fierce global competitionin ElctricVehicle technologies, GotionHigh-tech actively expands its frontie technologycollaborationsThe ompanyhas established anin-depthparnershipwithSanDigoStateUniversity toadanc the full-scae development of wireless Battery Management System (BMS) Pack technology. This technology offers the advantaflwfauintignifatraeiat gretaaftyrelablt produtionffceadioaexellntalabityanfeityninreseadlil management.This leads a major stepforward inadvancing EV technologytoward greater efficiency and inteligence.
Case
The“AnhuiLithiumBatteryovationConsortiumClaborativelyEstablishedbyGotionHightechandMuliplenstitons
GotionHigh-tchincllaborationwithseveninstitutionsicludingthHestitutesofPhysicalciencef theChn Academyof Sciences,Anhui University,Hefei Intligent Connected Vehicle nnovation Center Hefei Lixiang Battery Technology Co., Ltd., created the“Anhi ithium Batr novation Consortium" This initiative aimed to bridge fudamental researchappldreearchtchlogicalivtioandindustrialdevlmntfostering thintgratinfv chains and industrial chains.Furthermore, the consortium focused on theoretical inovation and cutting-edge technology research,jointly imlementing collborativeR&Dprojectstoprmote the collborativ inovation f industry-academia research-aplicationGuidedbymarket it wascmmitted tdeveloping andmanfacturing hig-qualt lithiumbatteri ad systems.Levraging the strengths ofuniversies research institutes and upstream and downstream enterprisesit concentrated premim resurces for strengthening, upplementing, and extending the industrial chainultimately achig the scaled development of the lithium battery industry.
IntellectualPropertyProtection
Asof thertiPerid, thCmanhasflttal fpatnts, ilingnationaatnts; aclati of 6029 patents havebeen grantd, incling 11intmational patnts; th total rf activepatnts is34;andatta of 298 copyrights have been registered.
Quantity(Unit: Nos) | Asoftheendof2022 | Asoftheendof2023 | Asof theendof2024 |
Cumulative number of patent applications | 6,344 | 8,083 | 10,556 |
Cumulative number of invention patent applications | 2,836 | 3,573 | 4,622 |
Cumulative number of granted invention patents | 1,121 | 1,253 | 1,367 |
Cumulative number of granted patents | 4,274 | 5,065 | 6,029 |
Weareitdtlarttttlrendrasereteunthttsasafgua against infinementrhemore uholding the principle f intgrity,ereect othrsinteltual prperty and trae ret maintain a fairmarket competition order and promote thehealthy and sustainabledevelopment of the Company.
TheCompanyhasfomlatemultiple intalegulationsuhasthentllctualPropertyManagentMauresVersinAnd thenttulPreryxperMangetMeuaealdeldaathfprofesoaltltaxmizint of expertsintlalaaetatiprttinandgqualtyvelmntfinttlprertyditoall the Companyhasfmed adedicated intllctual propertyteam that isreponsbe for dmesticand inteational patent porfolo management opyright registratio,aswellas theregistratinand prttiof erseasdmainame.adiion, theCma undertakeamulttudf inteltual prrtylatd tasks, incldin supprtindmesticand intatioal telogylin collaboratioondtin inteectul prpertyrisk amntsfrprots enterin inteatiolmarts prviding trininn intermational intellectual property matters, and managing risks in international business contracts.
During the Reporting Period,the Company won the Gold Prize at the 11th Anhui Provincial Patent Award and developed 10 intellectual property experts.
OureffrtsnintltulpropertyprttionavebeenwidlrecgizedWaveeadtisuhasationalltlltu Property Advantage EnterpriseandNational ItelectualrpertyDemonstration EnterpriseWehavealssuccessfullpaed th nationalintllctual proertymanagement sstmcertification andupervisio audit, and received prestigious wars suchas th China Patent Award and the Anhui Province Patent Award.
