Since the introduction of its new industrialization strategy, Tai'an has developed a modern industrial system and 11 key industry value chains. The city's industrial foundation has grown stronger, with value-added industrial output recording steady growth for 44 consecutive months. Industry now comprises 27.4 percent of GDP and contributes 38 percent of total tax revenue.

The impact of industrial clustering has become more evident. In 2025, the 11 key industry value chains brought together 1,743 enterprises. The city established 14 provincial-level SME characteristic industrial clusters, ranking first in the province in total number. In addition, Tai'an hosted three provincial-level advanced manufacturing clusters, ranking fifth in the province.

Tai'an leads the province in manufacturing digital transformation, with 95.1 percent of industrial enterprises above a designated size using digital technologies. The high-tech industry now accounts for 70.2 percent of output value, ranking second in Shandong.

In 2025, the city's industrial investment increased 27.9 percent, with 424 new projects launched. Looking ahead to 2026, Tai'an will focus on industry-specific upgrade plans, expanding effective investment, accelerating "AI + manufacturing", driving green low-carbon transformation, helping companies explore overseas markets, and enhancing services for businesses.

The city aims to build a comprehensive industrial ecosystem, supporting traditional enterprises while cultivating future industries like AI and biomaterials, ensuring high-quality development for the future.