According to an official announcement from Nantong Zhiyun Football Club, on May 10, 2026, Scania Group China officially signed a strategic cooperation agreement with the club. The partnership stems from a shared commitment to rooting in Nantong and serving the community, aiming to use football as a bridge to fulfill corporate social responsibilities.
Fan Bing, General Manager of Nantong Zhiyun Football Club, stated, “We welcome Scania to the Zhiyun family and look forward to joining hands to contribute to Nantong’s sports development and community growth.”
As a global leader in commercial vehicle manufacturing, Scania is renowned as the “King of the Road” and a benchmark in the world’s premium truck segment. Since establishing its presence in Rugao in 2020, Scania has not only injected strong momentum into Nantong’s high-end manufacturing but also deeply integrated into local development with an open and inclusive attitude, becoming a key symbol of the city’s openness. Its commitment to craftsmanship and innovation aligns seamlessly with Nantong Zhiyun’s never-give-up, striving wolf spirit, forming a solid foundation for collaboration.
Ino Moberg, Vice President of Government Relations at Scania Group China, commented, “Nantong Zhiyun Football Club has long promoted local sports development and boasts a devoted fan base. Scania, also based in Rugao and deeply engaged in the Chinese market, hopes this partnership will bring us closer to our users and fans while fulfilling our corporate social responsibilities.”
This signing marks a new chapter in the cooperation between Nantong Zhiyun and Scania. Both parties will leverage this opportunity to complement resources and build on strengths, engaging in deep collaboration across brand synergy, market promotion, and cultural communication. Scania will provide comprehensive support to Nantong Zhiyun with its global brand influence and robust capabilities, while Nantong Zhiyun will enhance Scania’s local brand recognition through its own brand appeal and extensive fan base, driving mutual brand value growth.
