Core Insights - Canon's printer factory in Zhongshan has ceased operations as of November 21, 2023, due to severe market challenges and declining demand for laser printers in China [1] - The company has announced a temporary leave for employees until November 28, 2023, while settling accounts with staff and suppliers [1] Company Overview - Canon (Zhongshan) Office Equipment Co., Ltd. was established in June 2001 and is a key manufacturer of laser printers for Canon [2] - The factory has produced a total of 110 million laser printers by April 2022, with an industrial output value of nearly 3.2 billion yuan in 2022 [2] - The factory's workforce has significantly decreased from 3,372 employees in 2022 to approximately 1,400 by September 2025 [2] Market Dynamics - The laser printer market in China is experiencing intense competition, with domestic brands increasing their market share from 16% in 2010 to 42% in 2024 [1] - Canon's global market share for laser printers is projected to be 22.9% in 2024, but its share in the Chinese market is only 6.4% [1] - The decline in the laser printer market is attributed to a shift in orders to Southeast Asian factories and Canon's strategic focus on higher-margin businesses such as medical imaging and semiconductor equipment [2] Historical Context - The Zhongshan factory, which once employed over 10,000 workers around 2009-2010, has seen a drastic reduction in workforce due to rising labor costs and market pressures [2] - Previous reports indicated potential layoffs at Canon's facilities in China, including the closure of a small digital camera factory in Zhuhai [3]
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Zhong Guo Jing Ying Bao·2025-12-01 00:13