Deepening cooperation in Central Asia: The general manager of the Bishkek Free Economic Zone visits Yonfron Group and Ingkol Metal

Xi'an, China. Late December 2025, Ingkol Metal, an international brand under the Yonfron Group specializing in construction formwork and engineered metal solutions—welcomed Mr. Umbriel Temiraliev, General Manager of the Bishkek Free Economic Zone (FEZ), to Xi'an from December 15 to 19, 2025. This high-level delegation visit quickly evolved into a strategic dialogue regarding cooperation between China and Kyrgyzstan in the fields of infrastructure modernization, advanced metal formwork systems, and innovative financial collaboration.

For Ingkol Metal, this visit represented far more than a mere factory tour; it served to underscore the brand's core mission: to extend the Yonfron Group’s China-rooted manufacturing expertise, real-world project execution capabilities, and mature domestic leasing models to the global market. During his intensive five-day itinerary, Mr. Temiraliev toured Ingkol Metal’s production facilities, visited active construction sites, and engaged in in-depth business discussions regarding how engineered products and financial leasing solutions can collectively empower urban development across Central Asia.

High-level Reception: Building a Bridge between Xi'an and Bishkek

This visit received great attention at the group level. Mr. Yang Rongfeng, the founder and chairman of Yonfron Group, personally met and hosted Mr. Temiraliev in Xi'an, highlighting Yonfron Group's long-term strategic vision for Kyrgyzstan and the broader Central Asian market. As an industry giant deeply involved in the infrastructure and equipment leasing markets in China, Yonfron Group has made Ingkol Metal an important bridge connecting international partners.

Borui Yang, the founder and general manager of Ingkol Metal, accompanied the visit and presided over the business talks. This reception reflects the common strategic consensus of the two generations of leaders: future infrastructure cooperation not only requires reliable products, but also rich project experience, a deep understanding of the local market, and flexible financial tools that make advanced building systems more accessible.

Inspiration from Advanced Manufacturing and the "Leasing Model"

At the advanced manufacturing base that supports Ingkol Metal International's template solution, Mr. Temiraliev closely observed the production process. The efficient operation of laser cutters, stamping equipment, and automated spraying lines provided extremely high precision, durability, and consistent surface protection for reusable metal templates. These characteristics perfectly met the urgent needs of local contractors to increase construction speed, reduce labor intensity, and control project delays.

When seeing a large number of neatly stacked second-hand formworks, prepared by YONFRON Group for its domestic leasing business, a decisive moment occurred. Mr. Temiraliev immediately and astutely realized that this model has strong reference significance for the Central Asian market. By managing durable and high-turnover-rate metal formworks through the leasing model, not only can the initial investment costs of contractors be significantly reduced, but also more projects can use professional-level systems. For rapidly developing cities like Bishkek, the conclusion is clear: formworks should not be left idle after completing a project. With the help of a mature leasing platform, it can become a shared productivity tool in the entire construction market.

Practical Verification: Clean Sites and Rapid Construction

After the factory inspection, the delegation went to an active construction site that was using the Ingkol metal formwork system for a field visit. Accompanied by Yang Borui, Mr. Temiraliev not only observed the technical performance of the formwork but also experienced firsthand the efficient working environment created by the standardized construction process.

What impressed him the most was the unprecedented cleanliness of the site. Materials were neatly arranged, the working area was clear and distinct, and the formwork system brought a rare sense of order to the construction site that was rarely seen in traditional work environments. Equally impressive was the rapid construction efficiency, which was attributed to the components being specially designed for rapid installation, frequent turnover, and precise alignment.

Mr. Temiraliev personally touched the high-quality concrete wall poured by this formwork system and praised its smoothness and consistency. He also used his mobile phone to record the construction process, site layout, and wall quality. "I will bring these materials back to my country and work with relevant government departments to study how to introduce this system," he said during the inspection.

Beyond Manufacturing: The Synergistic Effect of Industrial-Financial Integration

The most forward-looking part of this visit took place during the in-depth business talks on the evening of December 18th. The two sides did not limit their cooperation to traditional product sales; instead, they jointly explored a grand framework that deeply linked manufacturing and finance.

Yang Borui detailed the financial strength of Yonfron Group in the fields of commercial factoring and leasing (which is also managed by them). This opened up a new path for discussion: exploring the possibility of investing in a local financial enterprise in Bishkek to provide leasing services for Ingkol Metal Formwork System and large-scale construction machinery.

This model precisely hit the most common pain point in infrastructure development: capital turnover. Contractors are aware of the value of advanced equipment, but are often constrained by high upfront procurement costs. The localized leasing platform will significantly lower the entry threshold, enabling more enterprises to use advanced metal formwork, cranes, excavators, and other heavy machinery without bearing the burden of full purchase at the project's initial stage.

For Ingkol Metal and Yonfron Group, this is the most practical manifestation of industrial-financial integration: Yonfron Group's domestic foundation provides strong manufacturing strength, project experience, and financial resources; while Ingkol Metal will export these capabilities, transforming them into international cooperation and market opportunities.

Build infrastructure together, build friendship together.

Beyond the formal meetings and technical discussions, this visit also established deep personal bonds. At the end of the itinerary, Mr. Temiraliev warmly invited Yang Borui and his family to visit Bishkek and expressed that he and his wife would personally receive them and show them the authentic Kyrgyz cuisine. This gesture went beyond business formalities and demonstrated mutual trust and hospitality.

This cross-border friendship continued to grow after the visit, becoming a solid human foundation for future cooperation. Looking to the future, Ingkol Metal is fully prepared, relying on the support of Yonfron Group, to fully empower Kyrgyzstan and the broader Central Asia region with high-quality template products, mature project experience, and innovative financing solutions.

Based on China's industrial and financial ecosystem and facing the global market, Ingkol Metal's mission is clear and firm: to help build stronger cities and more efficient infrastructure in Central Asia and to forge deeper partnerships.