Core Viewpoint - Shenzhen Creality 3D Technology Co., Ltd. (referred to as "Creality") has submitted its prospectus to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange for a proposed listing on the main board, indicating its intention to raise capital for further expansion in the 3D printing industry [2][3]. Company Overview - Creality, established in 2014, is a leading global provider of consumer-grade 3D printing products and services, offering a comprehensive range of products including 3D printers, consumables, and services on its online community platform, Creality Cloud [5][6]. - The company has expanded its product line to include 3D scanners, laser engravers, and accessories, and recently launched an overseas e-commerce platform focused on 3D creative products called Nexbie [5]. Market Position - According to data from Zhaoshang Consulting, Creality was the largest consumer-grade 3D printing company globally by cumulative shipment volume from 2020 to 2024, with a total shipment of 4.4 million units and a global market share of 27.9% [5]. - In 2024, Creality ranked as the second-largest consumer-grade 3D printing company by shipment volume, with a market share of 16.9% [5]. - Creality held the top position in the global consumer-grade 3D scanner market in 2024, with a shipment market share of 37.7% and a GMV market share of 37.6% [5]. - The company ranked third in the global consumer-grade laser engraver market in 2024, with a shipment market share of 5.7% and a GMV market share of 3.5% [5]. Business Operations - Creality is the only major player in the global 3D creative industry that simultaneously offers consumer-grade 3D printing, scanning, and laser engraving products and services [6]. - The company's R&D focuses on empowering its 3D printers with key technologies, particularly in mechanical design, electronic systems, motion control algorithms, slicing software, and firmware [6]. - Manufacturing operations are located in Wuhan, Huizhou, and Shenzhen, responsible for producing 3D printers and some consumables [6]. - As of March 31, 2025, Creality had 74 self-operated online stores and 2,163 distributors, with a sales network covering approximately 140 countries and regions [6]. Financial Performance - Creality's revenue for the years 2022, 2023, 2024, and the first three months of 2025 was RMB 1.346 billion, RMB 1.883 billion, RMB 2.288 billion, and RMB 707.984 million, respectively [12][13]. - The corresponding net profits for the same periods were RMB 104 million, RMB 129 million, RMB 89 million, and RMB 82 million [12][13]. Shareholder Structure - Prior to the Hong Kong listing, the shareholder structure of Creality shows that the controlling shareholders, including Mr. Chen Chun and others, collectively hold approximately 81.98% of the shares [8][9]. - Other shareholders include notable investors such as Qianhai Ark, Tencent Investment, and others [8]. Management Team - The board of directors consists of 9 members, including 5 executive directors and 3 independent non-executive directors, with Mr. Chen Chun serving as the chairman and CEO [11].