On March 14, 2026, the 9th QingLong Waterproofing Festival and QingLong Cup National Waterproofing Skills Competition took place successfully at the Maison New Century Hotel in Hangzhou, China. The large-scale industry event gathered nearly one thousand waterproofing professionals, including contractors, distributors, applicators, repair specialists, and construction industry representatives from across the country.
The annual event has become an important platform for promoting technical excellence, professional development, and innovation within the waterproofing and building repair industry. This year’s festival focused strongly on the future of waterproofing services, especially the growing role of digital technology, repair-oriented construction markets, and customer-focused solutions.
Under the theme “Exquisite Craftsmanship, Media-Driven Growth,” the event highlighted how the waterproofing sector is evolving beyond traditional material supply toward integrated service solutions, digital operations, and stronger brand communication.
Waterproofing Skills Competition Focused on Real Construction Challenges
One of the main highlights of the festival was the QingLong Cup National Practical Skills Competition, where professional waterproofing applicators demonstrated their expertise through live installation and repair challenges.
Unlike theoretical examinations, the competition was designed around real construction and repair scenarios commonly faced in the field. Participants were evaluated on workmanship quality, construction efficiency, technical knowledge, and problem-solving abilities under time-controlled conditions.
Key competition categories included:
Waterproofing repair works
Negative-side basement waterproofing systems
Roof and wall leakage troubleshooting
Water leakage detection techniques
Standardised waterproofing construction procedures
These categories reflected the growing demand for maintenance and repair solutions in today’s construction industry. As many buildings age and new development projects slow down, waterproofing repair and refurbishment services have become increasingly important across residential, commercial, and infrastructure sectors.
The competition also reinforced the importance of proper application methods, as even high-quality waterproofing materials require skilled workmanship to achieve long-term performance and durability.
QingLong Introduces Digital Service Platform for Waterproofing Repair Industry
During the main conference session, QingLong officially introduced its new digital repair service platform (青龙钱宝宝）, designed to improve workflow management and operational efficiency within the waterproofing repair sector.
The platform integrates multiple service stages into a single system, including:
Customer enquiry management
Project order coordination
Technician and applicator allocation
On-site progress monitoring
Service documentation
Payment and settlement management
By digitalising the repair service workflow, the platform aims to improve transparency, standardisation, and communication between contractors, service teams, and customers.
The launch reflects a broader transformation happening across the construction and waterproofing industry. As customer expectations continue to rise, companies are increasingly required to provide not only quality materials and technical skills, but also efficient project coordination, responsive communication, and reliable after-sales service.
Digital platforms can also help reduce common industry issues such as inconsistent pricing, delayed communication, unclear service records, and limited project visibility.
With repair and renovation demand steadily increasing in many markets, digitalisation is becoming an essential strategy for companies seeking sustainable long-term growth.
Industry Sharing Session Discusses Waterproofing Business Growth Strategies
Another key segment of the festival featured sharing sessions from successful QingLong distributors and industry professionals. Speakers discussed practical strategies for adapting to changing market conditions and expanding business opportunities in the waterproofing sector.
Topics covered included:
Expanding into engineering and infrastructure projects
Developing repair-focused waterproofing service businesses
Using short-video marketing for local customer acquisition
Leveraging AI tools for digital content creation
Strengthening customer trust in competitive markets
Adapting to slower growth in the real-estate industry
Many speakers highlighted that modern waterproofing businesses must evolve beyond material distribution alone. Today’s successful companies are increasingly acting as complete solution providers, offering technical consultation, on-site support, repair services, and project management capabilities.
The sharing sessions also demonstrated how digital marketing and social media platforms are becoming valuable tools for contractors and distributors to improve brand visibility, generate leads, and educate customers about waterproofing solutions.
Awards Ceremony Celebrates Industry Excellence
The evening awards ceremony recognised outstanding achievements across multiple categories, including:
Waterproofing Skills Competition winners
Outstanding distributors
Technical service contributors
Distributor sharing representatives
Short-video marketing competition participants
One of the most notable awards was the grand prize for the Short-Video Competition, where the winner received a Wuling Zhiguang EV in recognition of excellence in digital marketing and customer engagement.
The award reflected the growing influence of online platforms and digital communication within the construction materials industry, where customer education and brand visibility are becoming increasingly important for business growth.
The ceremony also highlighted QingLong’s continued collaboration with its nationwide network of distributors, contractors, applicators, and technical partners who contribute to the company’s long-term development.
Conclusion
The 9th QingLong Waterproofing Festival successfully showcased how the waterproofing and building repair industry is evolving through a combination of technical craftsmanship, digital transformation, and customer-focused service solutions.
From practical waterproofing skills competitions to digital platform development and modern marketing strategies, the event highlighted the industry’s transition toward smarter, more professional, and service-oriented business models.
As repair and maintenance demand continues to grow across residential, commercial, and infrastructure sectors, companies that embrace innovation, technical capability, and operational efficiency will be better positioned for long-term success in the changing construction market.
