Billionaire Profile
Wang Weixiu & family
Global Rank
#233

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Wang Weixiu & family

CEO, Zhongji Innolight
CN
Real-Time Net Worth
$12.5B
As of December 2025
Age
75
Source
Machinery
Industry
manufacturing
Citizenship
CN

Biography

Wang Weixiu, at 75, is a Chinese billionaire whose wealth stems from his stake in Zhongji Innolight, a leading manufacturer of optical communication modules. Stepping down as chairman in 2023, Wang's career includes founding Shandong Zhongji Electrical Equipment in 1987, which later became Zhongji Innolight. His net worth is estimated at $12.5 billion, derived primarily from his company's success in the optical device sector. Wang's son, Wang Xiaodong, holds a key leadership role in the company. His wealth has increased due to growing demand for his company's optical devices, particularly from tech giants like Google.

Wealth Over Time

In-Depth Profile

Early Life

Wang Weixiu was born in China. Information on his early life is limited, but he established himself as a prominent figure in the machinery industry.

Rise to Success

Wang Weixiu founded Shandong Zhongji Electrical Equipment in 1987, which later became Zhongji Innolight. The company's focus on optical communication modules and devices proved to be a lucrative venture. In 2016, Wang's company acquired Innolight Technology. The company was restructured to form Zhongji InnoLight, which kept the same stock ticker. In 2023, he stepped down as Chairman. The company has since become a major player in the tech industry, boosted by the AI boom.

Key Business Strategies

Key to Wang's success was his ability to diversify and adapt to market demands. The acquisition of Innolight Technology expanded the company's offerings and solidified its position. Zhongji Innolight acquired Chengdu Tsuhan Science & Technology, a provider of optical components and transceivers in February 2020. Another key strategy has been to capitalize on the increasing demand for optical devices. His company has customers, including Google and Nvidia, who are scrambling to secure enough supply, as AI-related spending – including those on infrastructure like data centers – is projected to boom.

Philanthropy

Information on Wang Weixiu's specific philanthropic endeavors is not readily available.

Career Milestones

1987

Founded Shandong Zhongji Electrical Equipment

Established the company that would later become Zhongji Innolight, focusing on machinery manufacturing.

2016

Acquired Innolight Technology

Expanded the company's capabilities in optical devices.

2023

Stepped down as Chairman

Transitioned leadership within Zhongji Innolight.

Philanthropy & Social Impact

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Undisclosed

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