Core Viewpoint - The restructuring of Shanshan Group has attracted significant players, including China Baoan, which aims to lead a consortium for the substantial merger and restructuring of Shanshan Group and its subsidiary Ningbo Pengze Trading Co., Ltd [2] Group 1: Restructuring Background - Shanshan Group has faced a debt crisis and control disputes following the sudden death of its founder Zheng Yonggang in February 2023, leading to management instability and a significant decline in operational performance [3] - In 2024, Shanshan Co., Ltd. reported its first annual loss since listing, with a net loss of 367 million yuan, a year-on-year decline of 147.97%, and total liabilities reaching 23.673 billion yuan, with a short-term debt gap of 5.355 billion yuan [3] - The ongoing debt pressure triggered judicial restructuring procedures, with the Ningbo Intermediate People's Court accepting the bankruptcy restructuring case on February 25, 2025 [3] Group 2: Initial Restructuring Efforts - The first round of restructuring nearly succeeded when a consortium signed an investment agreement to acquire 23.36% control of Shanshan Co. for 3.284 billion yuan, but it ultimately failed due to the rejection of the plan by creditor groups [4][5] - A key factor in the failure was a lawsuit from a former intended investor, which disrupted the restructuring process [4] Group 3: New Round of Restructuring - Following the failure of the first round, a new round of investor recruitment was initiated on November 7, with a focus on investors with backgrounds in polarizers and/or anode materials [5][6] - The investment proposals include acquiring 100% equity of the debtor or forming a consortium with specific investment conditions [6] - Notable participants in the new round include Fangda Carbon and Hunan Salt Industry Group, with China Baoan completing preliminary preparations and submitting required materials [6] Group 4: Strategic Advantages and Market Implications - China Baoan and its subsidiary Bettery have a strong synergy in the lithium battery anode materials sector, with Bettery being the global leader in anode material shipments for 15 consecutive years [6] - The potential collaboration between the "global anode leader" and "artificial graphite leader" could enhance cost competitiveness and market positioning [7] - The restructuring has evolved into a battle for industry consolidation in the new energy materials sector, with significant implications for the future of the lithium battery materials industry [7]