Billionaire Profile
Zhang Jian
Global Rank
#1506

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Zhang Jian

CEO, Electric bikes
CHINA
Real-Time Net Worth
$2.754B
Estimated based on Electric bikes stock value as of March 6, 2026
+0.19% (24h)
Age
57
Source
Electric bikes, scooters
Industry
Manufacturing
Citizenship
CHINA

Biography

Zhang Jian, born in 1969, is a self-made billionaire and the chairman of AIMA Technology, a leading manufacturer of electric bikes and scooters. His source of wealth comes from the electric bike and scooter industry. As of April 1, 2025, his estimated net worth is $2.7 billion, ranking him at #1045 on Forbes' Billionaires list. His career began in 1999 when he founded Tianjin Taimai Vehicle Industry Co., Ltd., which later became AIMA Technology. Zhang Jian's leadership has been instrumental in AIMA's growth, including its listing on the Shanghai Stock Exchange in 2021. He is married and resides in Tianjin, China.

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Wealth Over Time

In-Depth Profile

Early Life

According to information, Zhang Jian was born in 1969. In 1999, he founded Tianjin Taimai Vehicle Industry Co., Ltd. in Tianjin with his wife Duan Hua. This company would later become AIMA Technology.

Rise to Success

Starting in 2008, Aima Technology began inviting Jay Chou to serve as the company's image spokesperson. Since then, the company's product, Aima Electric Vehicle, quickly became popular. The company was listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange in 2021. As of the end of September 2024, Zhang Jian holds 68.8% of the shares of Aima Technology.

Key Business Strategies

In 2021 and 2022, the revenue from the electric bicycle business grew by 42.71% and 69.49% respectively, replacing the electric motorcycle business to become Aima Technology's highest revenue business.

Philanthropy

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Career Milestones

1999

Founded Tianjin Taimai Vehicle Industry Co., Ltd.

Established the company with his wife, Duan Hua, which later became AIMA Technology.

2008

AIMA Technology partnered with Jay Chou

Invited Jay Chou to be the company's image spokesperson.

2021

AIMA Technology Listed on Shanghai Stock Exchange

Listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange in 2021.

Philanthropy & Social Impact

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Business Philosophy & Leadership

Notable Quotes

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Leadership Principles

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Controversies & Challenges

2024

Detention

There was an announcement that Zhang Jian was detained, but the company stated that he was performing his duties normally. The reason for the detention is not mentioned in the search results.