Shangpu Group, an independent China-based market research and consulting firm, has confirmed that bullmer has retained its position as the world’s top-selling cutting equipment manufacturer for the third consecutive year. The recognition underscores bullmer’s sustained global leadership in automated cutting solutions and marks another milestone in China’s advancement toward high-end intelligent manufacturing.

From its beginnings as a regional brand to its current presence in over 170 countries and regions, with more than 12,000 systems installed worldwide, bullmer exemplifies how Chinese manufacturing is evolving from “Made in China” to “Created in China.” The company’s strategy — blending global technology collaboration, digital innovation, and precision engineering — continues to set new standards in textile and industrial automation.

Independent Market Validation

In March 2025, Shangpu Group conducted a comprehensive analysis of the global cutting equipment market, evaluating technology trends, performance metrics, and competitive positioning across major international players. The findings reaffirmed bullmer’s status as No. 1 in global cutting equipment sales for the third consecutive year, reflecting the company’s consistent delivery of quality, innovation, and customer trust.

This recognition comes as China’s exports of sewing and cutting equipment surged to $494 million in 2024, up 14.58 per cent year-on-year, with the cutter segment alone growing 23.42 per cent to $285 million. The trend highlights how Chinese manufacturers are competing on technological differentiation and smart manufacturing capabilities — not just on price.

Further strengthening its leadership, bullmer launched the S90 PRO MASTERCUT globally from Shanghai in September 2025. Developed over three years by a 200-member R&D team across China and Germany, the system is supported by over 200 patent applications.

Engineered for next-generation production environments, the S90 PRO MASTERCUT addresses challenges such as material diversity, precision demands, and complex workflows. Its adaptive cutting technology ensures accuracy, speed, and efficiency across a wide range of fabrics and composites, setting new benchmarks for performance and reliability.

“The recognition from Shangpu Group validates our long-term focus on quality, innovation, and global collaboration,” a bullmer spokesperson said. “Our mission is to empower manufacturers worldwide with intelligent cutting solutions that accelerate productivity and sustainability.”

Bullmer’s success aligns closely with China’s “Intelligent Manufacturing” initiative, showcasing how automation and digitalisation can elevate global competitiveness. By integrating advanced software, IoT-enabled systems, and smart service platforms, bullmer is helping reshape manufacturing processes worldwide — making them faster, cleaner, and more connected.

With its continued investment in R&D and customer-centric innovation, bullmer stands as a model for China’s new generation of high-end equipment manufacturers competing on global scale.