Delta promotes sustainability with technology and is committed to R&D and innovation in fields that include power and electronics, infrastructure, and automation. The Company established 73 R&D Centers across the world with more than 12,000 R&D engineers. In recent years, we have continuously invested at least 8% of total revenue into R&D and innovation. The Company remained committed to creating innovative and energy-efficient solutions, with investment in R&D having reached 10% of revenue in 2024, which was 1% higher than 2023. In terms of intellectual property rights, Delta has maintained its long-term commitment to patents and assets in terms of R&D, manufacturing bases, and main markets to maintain its competitiveness.
The accumulation of patents has made Delta one of Clarivate's Top 100 Global Innovators for four consecutive years, which shows that Delta’s achievements in innovation have been recognized by international professional evaluations.
Facing the rapidly changing technology landscape, Delta's Corporate Research Department is committed to fields with high growth potential and transformational potential. Under the leadership of the Chief Technology Officer, Delta Research Center was established in 2013 to work closely with partners in the industry, government, academia, and research ecosystems worldwide, creating opportunities for industry transformation and upgrade.