(From L) Chen Chun, Li Xiaojian and Cao Limeng are among the young entrepreneurs in Fortune China's 2026 lists of business leaders under 40.  File photos

Three entrepreneurs from Shenzhen's Longhua District have been named to Fortune China's 2026 lists of business leaders under 40, highlighting the growing international presence of local companies in 3D printing, electric mobility and robotics.

Chen Chun, 37, co-founder and chairman of 3D printing company Creality, was named to Fortune China's 40 Under 40 list. Li Xiaojian, 38, co-founder and president of electric mobility company DYU, and Cao Limeng, 34, co-founder and chief strategy officer of robotics company Yarbo, were included in the publication's separate list of Most Promising Business Leaders Under 40.

Released Sept. 22, the annual rankings recognize young entrepreneurs and business leaders making an impact across industries. Fortune China has published its 40 Under 40 rankings since 2011.

Taking innovation to global markets

Chen has helped expand Creality's consumer 3D printing business worldwide. The company has developed an ecosystem spanning hardware, software, materials and an online community of creators. Its products and services now reach more than 140 countries and regions, with over 6 million users globally, according to the company.

Li's company, DYU, specializes in lightweight electric mobility, including electric bicycles and intelligent transportation products. Since entering the e-bike market in 2016, the company has expanded to more than 60 countries and regions, with its products reaching international retail channels including Costco and Best Buy.

Cao serves as chief strategy officer and board secretary at Yarbo, a company specializing in intelligent outdoor maintenance robots. Its modular robotic platform is designed to perform tasks such as snow removal and lawn care. The company's crowdfunding campaign reportedly raised more than US$3.45 million in just over 40 days, before the company began mass production and global deliveries in 2023.

Longhua's growing innovation ecosystem

The three companies represent emerging strengths in Longhua's advanced manufacturing and consumer technology sectors, where businesses are developing products for international markets.

As of August 2026, Longhua was home to 4,140 national high-tech enterprises, 179 national-level specialized and innovative “Little Giant” enterprises, and 1,974 city-level specialized and innovative small and medium-sized enterprises.

The district has been expanding its industrial ecosystem around artificial intelligence, intelligent robotics and advanced manufacturing, supporting companies as they develop new technologies and bring products to global markets.