In mid-April 2026, a delegation from a leading New Zealand construction company visited Weifang, Shandong, China, to conduct a multi-day inspection of SUNRISES GROUP's modular building production facility. The visit covered the automated intelligent production workshop, the display area for dual-wing expandable container homes, testing laboratories, and warehouses for eco-friendly materials. Both parties engaged in in-depth discussions regarding bulk procurement of the expandable container homes, project implementation, and long-term strategic cooperation for the Oceania market.
A key focus of the visit was the products' compliance with the New Zealand Building Code (NZBC) and Australia/New Zealand Standards (AS/NZS). Situated in a high-seismicity zone, New Zealand presents unique challenges-such as strong coastal winds and significant temperature fluctuations-that demand high standards for structural load-bearing capacity, durability, and moisture resistance. SUNRISES presented its optimized designs addressing these structural and environmental requirements and provided professional support plans covering Product Technical Statements (PTS), local certification, and customs clearance.
The core advantages of expandable container homes include: conforming to standard container dimensions when folded, which significantly reduces transportation costs; and the ability to expand in just three minutes, increasing usable floor area by over 200%. The units leave the factory pre-installed with electrical, plumbing, and bathroom systems, making them ready for immediate use upon connection to utilities. These products are suitable for various applications in New Zealand, including residential housing, worker camps, tourist accommodation, and emergency shelters.
Both parties view this visit as a significant milestone in deepening their partnership. As housing affordability remains a pressing issue in New Zealand, modular construction is attracting increasing interest from local builders as a rapid and cost-effective housing solution. Industry analysts suggest that such international collaborations will help diversify and localize the modular housing supply chain in New Zealand.
