In Pingyu County, central China’s Henan Province, a quiet revolution is unfolding. This small county, with a population of more than 72,000, is rapidly becoming a global hub for outdoor leisure products.
The Outdoor Leisure Products Industrial Park is a hive of activity. Workshops buzz with the sounds of machinery as workers craft camping trailers, outdoor tents, and folding tables and chairs. Remarkably, 90 percent of these products are exported to over 60 countries and regions worldwide, putting Pingyu on the international map.
Home to 95 outdoor leisure production enterprises, including 11 with annual revenues exceeding 100 million yuan (around $13.7 million), Pingyu’s industry offers employment to 50,000 people. This thriving sector has significantly boosted the local economy and improved livelihoods.
In 2024, the outdoor leisure industry in Pingyu reached a significant milestone, with the total output value surpassing 10 billion yuan. This achievement underscores the county’s strategic development and integration into the global market.
Pingyu’s rise in the outdoor leisure industry exemplifies how small communities can achieve global recognition through focused efforts and quality production. As demand for outdoor leisure products continues to grow worldwide, Pingyu County stands poised to further expand its reach and contribute to the global market.
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Outdoor leisure industry in a small county in China gains recognition
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