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Top 25 Xiamen Startups to Watch in 2026

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Xiamen's startup environment features a mix of industries, from advanced manufacturing to artificial intelligence. The city is home to both established companies and newer ventures.

For example, Hithium Energy Storage has secured CN¥6.5B for its battery technology. Companies like Meiyou also show a strong focus on the growing healthcare software market.

Below is our list of 25 Xiamen startups worth keeping an eye on.

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Hithium Energy Storage develops and manufactures lithium-ion batteries and stationary energy storage products for utility-scale as well as commercial and industrial applications. The enterprise handles the entire process from research and development of core materials to the production and sale of its battery systems.

Year Founded2019
FoundersJason Wang
Funding AmountCN¥6.5B
Startup SizeEnterprise Organization (5,001+)
Last Funding StatusPrivate Equity
Top InvestorsCDH Investments, Matrix Partners China, CICC, Dayone Capital, GoldStone Investment
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DataExa builds a full-stack artificial intelligence platform that gives enterprises the tools to manage their entire AI workflow. Their core product suite helps companies with everything from data processing and feature engineering to model building and business deployment.

Year Founded2014
FoundersPing Huang, Xie Chen
Funding AmountCN¥700M
Startup SizeMid-Size Team (51-250)
Last Funding StatusSeries B
Top InvestorsFortune Venture Capital, CICC, Security Capital, CDF-Capital, Fujian Electronics & Information Group

Meiyou develops a software platform that helps Chinese women manage their menstrual health, beauty, and overall wellness. The application serves as a comprehensive tool and community for personal health management.

Year Founded2013
FoundersFangyi Chen
Funding Amount$200.7M
Startup SizeLarge Team (251-1,000)
Last Funding StatusVenture Round
Top InvestorsMatrix Partners China, Cathay Innovation, K2VC, Cathay Capital Private Equity, Share Capital

Xiamen Golden Egret Special Alloy manufactures tungsten powder and a range of cemented carbide products, including cutting and mining tools. As a major global supplier, they provide high-quality tungsten materials and precision tools to various industries.

Year Founded1989
Founders
Funding AmountSEK700M
Startup SizeMajor Organization (1,001-5,000)
Last Funding StatusSecondary Market
Top InvestorsXiamen Tungsten HC

LP Pharmaceuticals develops innovative therapies for cancer and immune diseases using a proprietary drug design platform. The clinical-stage company is advancing a pipeline of small molecule drugs that target difficult-to-treat cancers.

Year Founded2012
FoundersYing Ye
Funding Amount$102M
Startup SizeLarge Team (251-1,000)
Last Funding StatusSeries C
Top InvestorsHSG, Shenzhen Capital Group, CMB International Capital Corporation, Lapam Capital, SDIC Fund Management

Meet You builds a female health management app focused on menstrual cycle tracking. The platform provides women with personalized health insights and consulting services.

Year Founded2013
FoundersChen Fangyi
Funding Amount$157.8M
Startup SizeMajor Organization (1,001-5,000)
Last Funding StatusSeries E
Top InvestorsMatrix Partners China, Cathay Capital, K2VC, ZhenFund, Puhua Capital

Zhangtongjiayuan builds a smart management platform for kindergartens and early childhood education centers. Their system connects schools with parents through tools for communication, administration, and sharing educational resources.

Year Founded2011
FoundersChunying Feng, Peng Yu, Renqian Ye, Ye Renqian
Funding Amount$75.6M
Startup SizeMid-Size Team (51-250)
Last Funding StatusSeries D
Top InvestorsQualcomm, ZhenFund, Centurium Capital, New Oriental Education & Technology Group, China Equity

Junde Pharmaceutical develops novel therapeutics for chronic diseases, managing the entire process from research and development to commercialization. The company focuses on bringing innovative treatments from the lab directly to patients.

Year Founded2021
Founders
Funding AmountCN¥100M
Startup SizeMid-Size Team (51-250)
Last Funding StatusSeries A
Top InvestorsYingke Capital, Xiamen Hi-Tech Investment, China Reform Securities, Pien Tze Huang Investment, Guoxing Investment

Manteia creates deep learning and data-driven technologies specifically for tumor radiotherapy. Their work centers on researching and developing advanced algorithms to enhance cancer treatment protocols.

Year Founded2007
Founders
Funding AmountCN¥210M
Startup SizeMid-Size Team (51-250)
Last Funding StatusSeries B
Top InvestorsRedhill Capital, Dyee Capital, Yangming Capital, Zhongke Haichuang

Home King developed a platform that simplifies the process of booking professional housekeeping services. Their online marketplace connects customers with service providers, streamlining the entire transaction from search to payment.

Year Founded2010
FoundersBin Li
Funding AmountCN¥370M
Startup SizeEnterprise Organization (5,001+)
Last Funding StatusSeries D
Top InvestorsFortune Venture Capital, SAIF Partners, IDG Capital, Puhua Capital, Lavender Hill Capital Partners

15 Additional Xiamen Startups Worth Following

The top 10 are just a small part of the story in Xiamen. Many other founders are building great companies in areas from manufacturing to food, raising hundreds of millions along the way.

Some are early in their journey, while others are already scaling up. Here’s a look at the rest of the startups that are defining the local scene.

StartupIndustryYear FoundedAmount RaisedLast Funding Round
YIAUTO logo YIAUTOMobility2015$100.3MSeries C
A1Food logo A1FoodFood2015$58MVenture Round
Future Advanced Technology Research Institute logo Future Advanced Technology Research InstituteHardware2017CN¥100MUndisclosed
socialarks.com logo socialarks.comData2014$33MSeries C
QKids logo QKidsEducation2015CN¥133MSeries C
Baojiayoupin E-commerce logo Baojiayoupin E-commerceFood2023CN¥8MAngel
TEYITECH logo TEYITECHManufacturing2014CN¥310MSeries C
RadRock Tech logo RadRock TechManufacturing2017CN¥100MSeries D
EXE logo EXEEnterprise2015CN¥183MVenture Round
Morewis logo MorewisEnterprise2017$12.2MSeries B
MAXMAC logo MAXMACMobility2004CN¥13MSeries A
Nanup logo NanupManufacturing2006CN¥200MSeries B
Raykol logo RaykolManufacturing2018CN¥100MSeries A
Reconova Technologies logo Reconova TechnologiesAI2012$15MSeries D
Onlyou logo OnlyouFintech2013CN¥323MSeries A

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