Embark on a captivating journey through the dynamic automotive industry of the Yangtze River Delta! Chosen as our sightseeing destination for its position as a cornerstone of China's economy, this region boasts a complete industrial chain and is home to renowned domestic and international automotive manufacturers and research institutes. In recent years, the Yangtze River Delta region has yielded significant results in coordinating its industrial clusters, establishing a "4-hour industrial circle" for new energy vehicles (NEVs), with approximately 80% of critical components, materials, and services now sourced within this radius1.
In the first quarter of 2025, the region produced 1.1123 million new energy vehicles, representing over one-third of the national output, further cementing its position as the nation's leading NEV manufacturing hub2.
Join us for the exciting industrial investigation tour! Discover the groundbreaking advancements in new energy vehicles and smart connected vehicles in the Yangtze River Delta. Experience firsthand how industry collaboration and innovation are shaping the future of the global automotive sector.
Sources:
1. cinic.org.cn
2. ThePaper.cn
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Tour 1: Shanghai's Lin-gang Special Area
Date: 28 November 2025
Time: 08:30 – 18:00
Itinerary:
08:30 Departure
10:00 Experience: Intelligent Connected Roads
12:00 Lunch and networking
13:00 Visit: Digital car manufacturing factory
15:00 Visit: Smart manufacturing enterprise
17:00 Return to Shanghai
The area prioritises innovation, especially in promoting the international data economy and hi-tech industries, resulting in significant growth and attracting investments1.
- Key sectors see substantial growth with innovation-driven development in industries like intelligent cars and advanced technology.
- Industrial output grows annually by 34.6%2.
The visit will focus on digital manufacturing, intelligent chassis production, and smart manufacturing.
Sources:
1. lingang.gov.cn
2. shanghai.gov.cn
Tour 2: Suzhou, Jiangsu
Date: 28 November 2025
Time: 08:30 – 19:30
Itinerary:
08:30 Departure
09:30 Visit: Research institute
12:00 Lunch and networking
13:00 Visit: Embodied intelligent robotics company
15:30 Visit: Flying car manufacturer
18:00 Return to Shanghai
An intelligent vehicle cantered industrial chain thrives with 600+ companies, with innovative products, and extensive testing infrastructure for intelligent connected roads and advanced automotive technologies.
Suzhou partners with top universities to establish research institutions, leading to over 100 innovative products and the development of international, local, and group standards.
The visit will focus on electric drive system, assisted driving technologies and Tsinghua University Suzhou Automotive Research Institute.
Source: suzhou.gov.cn
Tour 3: Zhejiang Ningbo Hangzhou Bay
Date: 29 November 2025
Time: 08:30 – 20:00
Itinerary:
08:30 Departure
09:30 Visit: Intelligent Automotive Manufacturing
12:00 Lunch and networking
13:30 Visit: Automotive-grade semiconductor production
15:30 Visit: Battery and charging technology related
18:00 Return to Shanghai
The area, dubbed "Automobile City," aims to build a billion-dollar intelligent automotive industry. It has attracted major carmakers, including SAIC Volkswagen and Geely as well as over 10 Fortune 500 companies.
It has exceeded 50 billion RMB in investments and achieved 60 billion RMB in digital manufacturing output last year, with over 30% average growth in the past three years.
The visit will focus on intelligent manufacturing, semi-conductors, batteries and charging technologies.
Source: jxj.ningbo.gov.cn
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