About Us

Why CAMAL Was Founded

We Saw Too Many International Companies Make Costly Mistakes Sourcing From China

CAMAL was founded in 2011 by international professionals living in China who saw the same problem again and again
Global companies wanted to access China’s manufacturing capabilities, but often struggled to build successful relationships with Chinese manufacturers.
Finding a supplier online was easy — making it work was the challenge.

Who is CAMAL?

Trusted by Global Mining and Industrial Companies

Our Core Focus

CAMAL specializes in three core procurement sectors where we have developed deep market knowledge, supplier relationships, and technical expertise.

For Heavy Equipment

Earthmoving, Crushing, Processing & Mining Equipment

For Chemicals/Reagents

Flotation, Leaching, Frothers, Water Treatment & Process Chemicals

For Steel Consumables

Grinding Media, Rods, Steel Roof Support, Steel Structure

Supporting Global Companies Across Key Industries

CAMAL Customer Sourcing Equipment

CAMAL Customer Sourcing Steel

CAMAL Customer Sourcing Chemicals

Our Team Reflects Our Customers and Suppliers

Our team combines international experience with local expertise in China. With backgrounds in engineering, economics, trade, and communications, our multilingual and multicultural team helps international companies work effectively with Chinese manufacturers.

Qin Jinwei

Non-Exec Chairman

B.S., M.S. Engineering (Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China)
Extensive experience in investment strategy, economic development, and consulting across China and international markets
Former Senior Consultant at CCCC; Head of Investment Strategy for East China (Shandong) and Emerging Market Strategist (London); Chairman of China-Africa Economic Development Promotion
Leads strategic direction and investment initiatives
Languages: Chinese

Walter Ruigu

Managing Director

B.S/B.A./M.S. (Georgetown University/ California State University- Fullerton, USA)
20 years professional experience in United States, France, China and several African countries
Recent business development focus on China’s mining and construction sectors especially in Africa
Strategy implementation for foreign companies into China
Languages - Chinese, French, Swahili, English, basic Arabic

Richard Minchom

Director

B.S. (University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom); M.S. (University of London, United Kingdom)
Extensive investment/financial consulting experience in China assisting European companies enter the China market
Former Senior Advisor at CreedCap Asia Advisors and Director of Development at the Asia Scotland Institute, with a China market-entry consulting background spanning clients including JP Morgan
Oversees CAMAL's China operations and leads the investment advisory team
Languages: English, Chinese

Liu Yuan

Director, HR/International Affairs

B.A. International Business (Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China)
10 years of international procurement experience, mainly China exports
Focus on steel, chemicals, heavy equipment, and FMCG
Also leads CAMAL's HR and international affairs function, overseeing human capital management and workforce planning
Languages: English, Cantonese

Sheldon Lee

Chief Engineer, C.P.M. (ISM)

B.S. Mechanical Design and Manufacturing (Tsinghua University, China)
Extensive experience in procurement, project management, and engineering across international and Chinese industrial projects
Former Procurement Manager at Ausenco Beijing Limited; Project Manager at Beijing GEA Energietechnik; Fabrication and Purchasing Manager at BOKELA GmbH Beijing; Deputy General Engineer at China Airport Construction Group Corporation
Oversees procurement strategy and supplier management
Languages: Chinese, English

David Kyalo

Senior Project & Operations Manager

B.S., M.S. Flight Vehicle Design and Engineering (Beijing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, China)
Focus on commodity trading, mainly chrome and manganese
Project implementation — engineering projects, especially procurement in heavy industries
Has helped clients generate over $15M in facilitated revenue, including sourcing a roof bolt manufacturing line for a South African client and securing 3,000 tons/month in manganese orders for a new mine client
Languages: English, Chinese, Swahili

Peter Wang

Procurement Manager – Heavy Equipment

B.S. (Shandong University, China)
Experienced in international trade of heavy construction machinery — excavators, loaders, graders, lifting equipment
Focus on mining equipment including crushing, milling, and flotation systems
Handles due diligence and organizes after-sales support and installation
Languages: English, Chinese

Nancy Bai

China Supply Chain Manager

B.A. International Business & Trade (Beijing International Studies University, China)
Experienced in managing China supply chain operations, including supplier sourcing, factory coordination, procurement execution, and logistics management
Develops and maintains a vetted supplier network to support international customers across industrial sectors
Oversees production coordination, quality control, and delivery processes to ensure efficient and reliable procurement outcomes
Languages: Chinese, English

Kerry Li

Head of International Outreach

B.A. (Anhui University, China)
Experienced in international trade and relations from trade document translation to export procedures
Due diligence and assistance of foreign customers to visit factories, especially steel plants
Negotiation and organization of logistics to customers overseas
Languages: English, Chinese

Jing Xie

Account Manager - Australia

M.S. Business Information and Logistics Management (University of Western Australia); B.S. Quantity Surveying (Heriot-Watt University, UK)
Experienced in supply chain analysis, procurement processes, and project coordination
Supports supplier communication, cost evaluation, and procurement activities for construction and industrial projects
Skilled in data-driven research and logistics coordination to improve procurement decision-making
Languages: English, Chinese

Maureen Ndegwa

Account Manager - Africa

B.A. Hospitality and Management (Kenyatta University, Kenya); M.A. Environmental Design (Tianjin University, China)
Account Manager and former Sales Manager at CAMAL Group, leading client development with a focus on Chinese clients
Founder & Creative Director of Café Amka, applying environmental design and hospitality experience to brand and guest experience development
Background in event planning and documentation development, including prior experience organizing weddings and events
Languages: English, Chinese, Swahili

Stephen Yin

Commodity Trading/Finance

B.S. Engineering (Heilongjiang Institute of Technology, China)
Over 10 years in machinery and heavy industries, especially mining, in China
Extensive supply chain experience across manufacturing — design, raw material procurement, fabrication, testing, logistics, and commissioning
Leads end-to-end sourcing including supplier selection, due diligence, quality control, and after-sales support, with a focus on manganese, chrome, copper, and bauxite
Languages: Chinese, English

QUALITY ASSURANCE

Our Quality Control Process: Know Exactly What You're Getting Before It Leaves China.

“Our team is on the ground in China — so you don’t have to be.”

Step 1: Pre-Production Review

Before manufacturing begins, we review and confirm your specifications with the factory — so nothing gets lost in translation.

Step 2: In-Process Inspection

Our team monitors production at key milestones — catching issues early before they become costly problems.

Step 3: Pre-Shipment Inspection

Before your order leaves the factory, we conduct a full inspection against your approved specifications — so what arrives is exactly what you ordered.

Step 4: Third Party Testing

Where required, we arrange independent third party testing through accredited labs — giving you an additional layer of confidence.

Step 5: Full Documentation

You receive full documentation — inspection reports, certificates and test results — so you have complete visibility on everything before it arrives.

Ready to Get Started on China Sourcing

Our team will carefully evaluate your requirements and respond shortly with how CAMAL can support your project.