Culture at the Core. Excellence in Every Action. Leadership That Endures.
-----The Development Journey of Shenzhen Kinghelm Electronics
Front Desk of Kinghelm Electronics’ New Headquarters, 2025
In recent years, Kinghelm Electronics (www.kinghelm.net), together with its sister company Slkor Semiconductor (www.slkoric.com), both originating from Shenzhen’s renowned Huaqiangbei electronics hub, have drawn growing attention across the global electronics industry.
According to Mr. Song Shiqiang, General Manager of Kinghelm, the company’s rapid growth is fueled not only by the team’s dedication and hard work, but more fundamentally by a set of clearly defined core competencies. Sustaining high-speed development requires long-term strategic vision, rigorous execution, and—above all—a strong corporate culture and ethical management framework that keeps the organization grounded, disciplined, and sharply focused.
Kinghelm is guided by the core values of Integrity, Continuous Improvement, Resilience, and Attention to Detail, alongside business principles centered on Fairness, Openness, Cooperation, and Win-Win Growth. Mr. Song promotes the Eastern philosophy of “Inner Virtue, Outer Leadership”, emphasizing self-discipline, deep technical expertise, and responsible, sustainable expansion.
With over a decade of dedication to RF technology and connector solutions, Kinghelm has consistently pursued uncompromising product quality while cultivating long-term partnerships with customers and industry peers worldwide. The company remains committed to building a healthy, positive industrial ecosystem and contributing to broader social progress—creating a mutually supportive external environment that underpins sustainable, long-term growth.
Kinghelm & Slkor Corporate Culture: “Integrity, Continuous Improvement, Resilience, Detail”
Kinghelm Electronics Founded in 2007
Founded in 2007 by Mr. Song Shiqiang in Shenzhen’s renowned Huaqiangbei electronics hub, Shenzhen Kinghelm Electronics Co., Ltd. is an active member of the China Satellite Navigation and Positioning Association, the China Chamber of Information Industry, and the Guangdong Connector Association.
The company holds multiple invention patents in navigation and positioning technologies and operates under internationally recognized certifications, including ISO 9001 Quality Management System, EU RoHS, REACH, and Dun & Bradstreet, reflecting its strong commitment to quality, compliance, and global standards.
Kinghelm specializes in the R&D and manufacturing of antennas, RF cables, connector series, and related non-standard products, offering both highly customized solutions and large-scale production capabilities. Under the “Kinghelm” brand, the company delivers comprehensive product portfolios and end-to-end technical solutions, serving tens of thousands of customers worldwide across diverse industries.
Guided by the vision “Kinghelm, Connecting the World,” the company is dedicated to enabling smarter electronic products through reliable, high-performance antennas and connectors, strengthening communication between people, devices, and systems on a global scale.
Mr. Song Shiqiang’s Early Office at Leizhen Building, Huaqiangbei
Kinghelm’s core technical team is composed of senior engineers from Tsinghua University and the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, bringing nearly two decades of expertise in microwave and RF technologies to the company’s innovation engine.
The Shenzhen headquarters is supported by a fully equipped, in-house laboratory with end-to-end capabilities for independent product development, validation, and testing. In parallel, the Luzhai production base in Guangxi operates advanced intelligent manufacturing lines, enabling efficient fulfillment of high-volume and high-mix orders.
Kinghelm’s product portfolio covers a broad spectrum of RF and interconnection solutions. The company designs and manufactures Beidou/GPS antennas, as well as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi antennas engineered for stable and reliable wireless performance. Its offerings further include RF jumper cables and telecom signal connectors to ensure dependable signal transmission, along with board-to-board and board-level connectors widely used across electronic systems.
Beyond standard products, Kinghelm delivers a comprehensive switch product series and provides highly customized solutions, including medical and automotive wiring harnesses. The company also undertakes the development of non-standard probes and specialized connectors, offering one-stop services spanning design, tooling, testing, and mass production.
Kinghelm & Slkor: A Strong Talent Team
Kinghelm Development Timeline
In 2007, Mr. Song Shiqiang founded Kinghelm Electronics (www.kinghelm.com.cn) in Shenzhen, strategically focusing on RF products and Beidou satellite navigation technologies. In its early years, the company successfully developed Beidou GPS antennas and RF connectors, securing original invention patents in satellite navigation and positioning. Powered by independent R&D, these breakthroughs established a strong technical foundation in RF and microwave technologies and enabled Kinghelm to participate in national “Two Passenger, One Hazardous” transportation safety projects.
Following several years of steady growth, Kinghelm’s innovation capabilities and product quality earned wide recognition from both the market and its customers. In 2015, the company was awarded the status of National High-Tech Enterprise and Software Enterprise, and the “Kinghelm” trademark was officially registered—marking a significant milestone in the company’s brand evolution and long-term development.
In 2016, Kinghelm further intensified its R&D efforts in Beidou-based positioning and communication technologies, achieving a series of key technical milestones. In the same year, the company successfully obtained ISO Quality Management System certification, strengthening standardized operations, internal governance, and end-to-end product quality control.
In 2017, Kinghelm was admitted as a senior member of the China Satellite Navigation and Positioning Association, a recognition that significantly elevated its industry standing and influence. That year also marked a strategic turning point, as the company officially entered the connector and interconnect components sector, expanding its portfolio from Beidou GPS antennas to a comprehensive range of communication signal interconnection solutions.
Introduction to Kinghelm Electronics and the “Kinghelm” Brand
As the market scale and influence of the “Kinghelm” brand continued to expand in 2018, the company further reinforced its production and sales infrastructure. Kinghelm established strategic partnerships with leading platforms such as LCSC, Huaqiang Network, Alibaba, and Tmall, and completed the acquisition of Dongguan Lijin Electronics. These initiatives significantly strengthened mass-production capacity, delivery efficiency, and supply chain stability for Beidou GPS antenna products.
In 2019, Kinghelm was once again certified as a National High-Tech Enterprise, underscoring the consistency and robustness of its R&D capabilities. During this period, the brand’s market influence continued to rise, and the company began to accelerate its expansion into international markets.
In 2020, Kinghelm joined the China Chamber of Information Industry and the Guangdong Connector Association, further solidifying its presence in the information technology and connector industries. The company also established a product turnover warehouse in Longhua, Shenzhen, enabling faster order fulfillment and more responsive customer service.
To better address growing demand for customized and application-level RF solutions, Kinghelm expanded its office facilities in 2021 and established dedicated RF and microwave laboratories in Tangxia, Dongguan. In parallel, the company launched large-scale brand promotion initiatives in Huaqiangbei, Shenzhen, and Zhongguancun, Beijing, further elevating the visibility and recognition of the “Kinghelm” brand.
Kinghelm Engineers Testing Antenna Products in the Laboratory
Kinghelm & Slkor Advertising in Huaqiangbei, Shenzhen
In 2022, Kinghelm continued to scale its office facilities and production capabilities, while successfully completing ISO 9001 Quality Management System recertification, reinforcing its commitment to standardized management and product excellence. During the same period, the company’s official website surpassed 100,000 daily visits, signaling a significant rise in brand awareness and industry attention. Kinghelm also established its own badminton team, further integrating its corporate values—Integrity, Continuous Improvement, Resilience, and Attention to Detail—into everyday work and team culture.
In 2023, Kinghelm launched a new production base in Luzhai, Guangxi, equipped with multiple automated manufacturing lines and supported by a professional operations and management team. This expansion ensured stable, on-time delivery for large-volume antenna and connector orders. At the same time, the company accelerated its global market expansion, with its English-language website gaining growing overseas traffic through targeted digital marketing efforts. As a result, the “Kinghelm” brand achieved broader international recognition, with its global customer base exceeding 15,000.
Mr. Song Shiqiang (Right) with Factory Director Liu at the Production Base
Mr. Song Shiqiang at the “Kinghelm Cup” Basketball Tournament
In 2025, Kinghelm and Slkor led a delegation of over 40 team members to participate in Electronica China (Munich Shanghai Electronics Show), further boosting the companies’ brand visibility and industry presence. In October, Kinghelm’s headquarters moved to a new office on the 18th floor of Lijing City, Longhua. Thoughtfully designed by Mr. Song Shiqiang, the interior blends traditional Chinese aesthetics inspired by the Song Dynasty masterpiece A Panorama of Rivers and Mountains, creating a nature-integrated workspace that fosters creativity and provides a strong foundation for the company’s continued international expansion.
Kinghelm & Slkor at Electronica China 2025, Mr. Song Shiqiang (Far Right)
General Manager’s Office Featuring “A Panorama of Rivers and Mountains”
With a dual-engine international growth strategy, Kinghelm Electronics and Slkor Semiconductor are steadily expanding their presence on the global stage, with both brands emerging as internationally recognized leaders in the electronics and semiconductor industries.
Mr. Song Shiqiang serves as a lecturer at the China Institute of Electronics, a recognized researcher of the Huaqiangbei electronics ecosystem, an entrepreneurship mentor, and a science and technology columnist. For many years, he has studied and articulated the unique culture of Huaqiangbei, marked by bold exploration, continuous innovation, and a willingness to take calculated risks. His influential writings—including Huaqiangbei: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow, Research on Huaqiangbei Shanzhai Mobile Phones, Huaqiangbei Research (Volumes I–III), Challenges and Opportunities in Huaqiangbei, Why Does Huaqiangbei Produce So Many Billionaires?, The Business Models of Huaqiangbei, and Timing, Location, and Human Factors in Huaqiangbei—have been translated into multiple languages and shared with audiences around the world, spreading insights on innovation, entrepreneurship, and the dynamics of global electronics markets.
Kinghelm Development Overview
Through more than 50 essays in the “Song Shiqiang Insights” series, with over 200 million reads across 100+ countries, Mr. Song continues to champion ethical business practices and a healthier commercial ecosystem in Huaqiangbei. His thought leadership is shared globally through articles and short videos on platforms including YouTube, TikTok, and major Chinese social media channels, fostering the international exchange of Chinese business philosophy and entrepreneurial culture.
Mr. Song Shiqiang at the Huaqiangbei Office
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