Staff from Taishan Sports put exercise mats into place. [Photo/Haibao News]

Shandong, a manufacturing powerhouse in China, is making its mark in the global sports area as its products take center stage at the upcoming Paris Olympics.

With a comprehensive industrial base that covers 41 manufacturing categories, Shandong-based companies are well-equipped to provide a wide range of high-quality sporting equipment for international events.

Taishan Sports, a leading Chinese sports equipment manufacturer in Shandong, is a prime example of Shandong's contributions to the Paris Olympics. The company has been selected to supply sporting equipment for multiple disciplines, including wrestling, judo, cycling, triathlon, boxing, taekwondo, and gymnastics.

One of the standout products from Taishan Sports is its innovative sports mat, which will be used in all training, warm-up, and competition venues for wrestling and judo.

Equipped with cutting-edge technology, the mat features a built-in smart chip that tracks the equipment's lifecycle and provides real-time data on athletes' performance, including force, speed, and trajectory. Additionally, the mat's nano-antibacterial coating ensures hygiene and durability.

Zhang Wei, the general manager of Taishan Sports' international marketing center, expressed his pride in the company's continued involvement in the Olympic Games. "This is our seventh time participating in the Olympics," he said. "We are excited to showcase our latest technologies and contribute to the success of the athletes."

Shandong's participation in the Paris Olympics highlights the province's commitment to technological innovation and its ability to compete on the global stage. As the world turns its attention to Paris, Shandong's sporting equipment will be in the spotlight, showcasing the best of Chinese manufacturing.