China has rapidly emerged as a global leader in innovation across multiple industries, including AI, robotics, biotechnology, electric vehicles (EVs) and telecommunications.
Through focused investments and national strategies, China has evolved from the "world’s factory" into a leader in technological innovation. For five consecutive years, it has ranked first globally in international patent applications. At the same time, more and more European companies are engaging with China to tap into its innovation ecosystem.
During this webinar, industry experts will share their first-hand experiences in R&D and engineering in China, offering valuable insights and best practices. This session provides a unique opportunity to learn from their expertise and engage directly with them in an interactive discussion.
09:30 – 09:35 | Welcome & Introduction – Gwenn Sonck, Executive Director, Flanders-China Chamber of Commerce
09:35 – 09:55 | R&D Experiences in China – Yves Van Rompaey, Senior Vice President, Corporate Research & Development, Umicore
09:55 – 10:15 | Engineering Experiences in China – Kristof Roelstraete, R&D Manager, Picanol
10:15 – 10:30 | Q&A Session
Date: 25 March 2025
Time: 9:30 - 10:30 CET
Location: Online
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