The 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will begin on June 11. From precision displays to fabric innovation and green mobility, Shandong manufacturing is playing a key role on this global stage.

Hisense, a sponsor of the World Cup for the third time, is the official VAR display technology partner for this tournament. The high color accuracy of its RGB‑Mini LED screens will help video assistant referees make precise calls. FIFA officials have praised the technology, and FIFA President Infantino experienced it at this year's Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. The partnership is more than branding – it represents deep technological collaboration to make this World Cup the most immersive yet.

Qingdao Wandelong Textile Technology, a flag "super factory" in Qingdao's Jimo district, is supplying over 30 million flags for the event, marking its eighth consecutive World Cup as a supplier. The company has already made nearly 10 million flags for this year's event and developed UV‑resistant, cold‑proof fabrics to meet North American climate demands.

Qingdao Wandelong Textile Technology is to supply over 30 million flags for this year's FIFA World Cup. [Photo/Haibao News]

Zhongtong Bus from Liaocheng has delivered 42 N12 dual‑source trolleybuses to Mexico City. The vehicles will support public transport during the tournament, featuring low floors, fast‑charging batteries, and smart safety systems. A local buyer said the buses will enhance the city's global image.

Liaocheng-based Zhongtong Bus sends 42 N12 dual‑source trolleybuses to Mexico City to support 2026 FIFA World Cup. [Photo/Haibao News]