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Sino-Galvo President Conquers Mount Everest Summit

 

 

At 10:50 a.m. Beijing time on May 24, 2025, Zhou Shuangliu, Chairman of Sino-Galvo Technology, successfully reached the summit via the north slope of Mount Everest. This is his second summit attempt after reaching the top of Mount Everest via its southern slope from Nepal on May 21, 2024, successfully completing the "North-South Double Ascent."

The north slope of Mount Everest, located within Dingri County, Tibet, China, is perpetually covered in snow and features extremely rugged terrain. Compared to the south slope in Nepal, summiting the north side places far higher demands on climbers' physical fitness and technical skills—winds are stronger above 7,790 meters, the mixed ice-and-rock terrain is significantly more treacherous, and steep snow slopes ranging from 60° to 70° stretch for hundreds of meters, posing a tremendous challenge to climbers' endurance.


On April 9, 2025, Zhou Shuangliu set off from Zhenjiang, heading for Tibet to embark on his expedition to climb the north face of Mount Everest. After several days of waiting at Everest Base Camp, Zhou Shuangliu finally caught the coveted summit window on May 19. Over the next five days, he steadily ascended from an altitude of 5,200 meters to 8,300 meters, reaching the Advanced Base Camp by the 23rd.

However, at 1 a.m. the following day, shortly after the team set off from the assault camp at an altitude of 8,300 meters, Zhou Shuangli suddenly experienced severe gastrointestinal discomfort and felt weakness in his legs, severely hampering his physical stamina. Determined to push through, he gritted his teeth and persevered—even though he ended up trailing far behind the other 14 team members. Still, he carefully followed the snow-filled footprints left by the climbers ahead, inching forward step by step as he slowly climbed higher.

From the base camp to the summit, the elevation difference is just over 500 meters, and the climbing distance spans only 2,000 meters. Yet, climbers typically spend a grueling 8 to 9 hours making their way upward. After tackling a 200-meter snow slope, they encounter a thin-ice-covered 50° rock wall, where crampons frequently slip on the treacherous surface. Reaching the "First Step," they face another bottleneck: a group of 40 to 50 international climbers becomes stuck on the narrow ridge, forcing the entire team to wait for half an hour. The subsequent traverse path is a mere 30 centimeters wide—just enough for one person at a time—and requires climbers to move sideways, pressing themselves against the rocky wall as they inch forward.

One hour later, Zhou Shuangliu stood at the "Second Step," where he waited for two hours. Ahead lay an almost vertical 5-meter rock wall, followed by a metal ladder over 4 meters high that required everyone to take turns climbing. The final meter of the climb was a sheer, slippery cliff face—so smooth that it was easy to lose your footing. With sheer determination, he relied solely on his arms, gripping tightly onto the rope strung between the rocks as he pulled himself upward.

One hour later, we reached the "Third Step" at 8,700 meters. Above it lay another long, steep triangular snow slope. After half an hour of steady progress—covering more than 200 meters—we finally arrived at a relatively flat section of the route.

At an altitude of 8,750 meters, Zhou Shuangliu’s stomach and intestines began to feel uneasy again. With every few steps, he had to stop to take deep, labored breaths. The fierce winds whipped up snowflakes that stung painfully against his face. After advancing a short distance, the summit now came into clear view.

At this moment, the guide’s urging voice came through the walkie-talkie: "Closing time is almost here!" He gazed at the towering peak just ahead, momentarily forgetting his exhaustion as he pushed himself to sprint with all his might—each step pushing the limits of both his body and willpower.

At 10:50 a.m. on May 24, Zhou Shuangliu successfully reached the summit of Mount Everest via its North Ridge! At the world's highest point, at an altitude of 8,848.86 meters, he unfurled a flag bearing the words "Sino-Galvo Technology," showcasing to the global community the relentless climbing spirit of Chinese entrepreneurs.

 

No matter how high the mountain, the climber’s steps will eventually reach the summit; no matter how distant the path, the believer’s determination will never fade. From the first ascent of Mount Everest’s South Ridge to the ultimate challenge on its North Face, Zhou Shuang has embodied with his actions the true meaning of "climbing knows no bounds."

As a pioneer at Sino-Galvo Technology, he has seamlessly integrated the spirit of perseverance into the company’s growth. Under his leadership, the firm is relentlessly refining its operational management system with unwavering determination and resilience, accelerating its journey toward an IPO—and boldly aiming to reach the "Mount Everest" of the global laser industry, undeterred by challenges and moving forward without pause.