Midea Appliances

Midea is a global technological powerhouse that originated in Beijiao, Shunde, China, in 1968. Founded by He Xiangjian, the company began as a small workshop producing bottle lids and eventually transitioned into manufacturing electric fans and air conditioners. Today, it is recognized as a world leader in consumer appliances and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.

While the brand maintains its primary manufacturing and research hub in China, its operations are truly global. Midea operates dozens of production facilities across the world, including locations in Vietnam, Brazil, Argentina, Egypt, India, and Italy. This extensive manufacturing network allows the company to serve regional markets efficiently while maintaining its status as a Fortune Global 500 company.

The brand is owned by the Midea Group, which has expanded its portfolio significantly through strategic acquisitions. These include the majority ownership of KUKA (a German robotics company) and Toshiba's home appliance business. As of 2026, Midea Group continues to lead as an independent global entity, headquarted in Foshan, Guangdong Province, China.