Brief Introduction of China Sewing Machinery Association

The China Sewing Machinery Association (formerly named the China Sewing Machine Association, hereafter referred as “CSMA”) was established in 1984. CSMA is a social organization voluntarily formed by enterprises, institutions, and local industry associations engaged in production, sales, research, and services within the national sewing machinery industry. CSMA is registered with the Ministry of Civil Affairs, operates under the guidance of the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of the State Council, and under administration of the China Light Industry Council.

Over the years, the China Sewing Machinery Association has gathered a number of well-known, high-quality member enterprises both domestically and internationally. Currently, CSMA has 506 members, including 154 council members, with members all over China.

The highest authority of CSMA is the Members' Congress, which convenes once every five years. The CSMA Council leads the association's work when the Members' Congress is not in session. The Secretariat, the executive body of the Council, is permanently based in Beijing and is responsible for the daily affairs of CSMA.

Over the past 40 years since its establishment, CSMA has consistently adhered to its mission of "serving as a bridge, guiding industry self-regulation, serving industry enterprises, and promoting common development." Through efforts in industry planning, industry standards, technological innovation, quality improvement, brand cultivation, talent development, statistical analysis, information dissemination, market regulation, management consulting, and exhibition organization, CSMA actively promotes the comprehensive competitiveness of enterprises, maintains market order, and advances its own democratic, scientific, and professional development, making CSMA an advanced social organization with strong industry cohesion and international influence.

Currently, the Chinese sewing machinery industry is transitioning from traditional mechanical sewing machines to comprehensive development of mechatronic, energy-saving, and intelligent sewing machinery, and from extensive, labor-intensive production to intensive, industrialized, and information-based production. Especially since the global financial crisis, after enduring trials and tribulations, the Chinese sewing machinery industry has matured through challenges, solidifying its position as a "global powerhouse." During the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, the China Sewing Machinery Association further enhances management, strengthens services, and, under the leadership of the CSMA Council, leverages the wisdom and strength of all members to better unite the industry and serve enterprises. CSMA will continue to strive for the healthy, sustainable development and transformation of the industry.