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  The China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CICC) and the EU SME Centre are pleased to invite you to a webinar where we will launch our new report on the industrial robot market in China.   RESERVE YOUR PLACE Scan the QR code to sign up!   Since 2013, China has been the world’s largest market for industrial robots, maintaining sustainable and stable growth over the years. The market is creating enormous business opportunities, attracting global industrial robot enterprises scrambling to enter the Chinese market.     The European industrial robot industry has its unique advantages in providing state-of-the-art products and solutions for high-end industrial applications: in most cases, these needs cannot be fully satisfied by Chinese local suppliers. However, entering the Chinese market is a time-consuming process that requires a significant amount of resources and time; many European companies, especially SMEs, are not fully aware of how to begin. This report aims to give answers to these issues, by providing a comprehensive, up-to-date picture of the industrial robot market in China.  Specifically: • The first section provides an overview of the Chinese market for industrial robots, including its size, driving factors, main product categories and application fields – both traditional such as automotive, as well as new emerging ones. This section also indicates the most important regional clusters in China for industrial robots, as well as the key players dominating the market – largely foreign enterprises, which are facing increasing competition from domestic producers. • The second section elaborates in detail on the role of government policies and incentives in pushing forward the development of industrial robots in China. The industrial robots industry is officially classified as a key strategic sector in the Made in China 2025 strategy; it is also an encouraged sector for foreign investment, and it is also central in the 14th Five-year Plan (2021-2025). This translates into a myriad of preferential policies, incentives, grants, subsidies and other forms of administrative support – at all government levels, from district to municipal, from provincial to national – granted to foreign investors who introduce their technologies and products in China. • The third section examines in detail the market access requirements that industrial robots must meet in order to be exported to China. Specifically, it introduces the five mandatory national standards in the sector – which are identical to (IDT) ISO/IEC standards; it also introduces the requirements, processes and costs for obtaining the main certification scheme, i.e., the China Robot certificate – which although not mandatory, is often considered as a strong asset especially when applying to government subsidies and procurement. Finally, this section analyses the requirements, pros and cons for investing in China, with a special focus on the risks that European investors may face. • The fourth section summarises the main opportunities and challenges that European SMEs face in the Chinese market for industrial robots. Opportunities are significant and can largely outweigh the challenges – but only with meticulous planning, knowledge of the sector and informed decisions. Finally, this report is enriched by two case studies that were developed through interviews with representatives of European companies in China. The first, a leading Italian company in the industrial automation field, highlights the strong support that local administrations in China give to enterprises operating in the industrial robots sector – as a way to attract investment and facilitate growth. The second case study, presenting the experiences of a Finnish SME and a leading German company, highlights the importance of localisation in China, achievable through on-the-ground presence and developing partnerships with local players.   Click here to download the report!   AGENDA 16:00 – 16:10 Welcome remarks & Introduction of EU SME Centre and CICC 16:10 – 16:45 Presentation of the report - Ms Melanie Li, Consultant of BESTAO  16:45 – 17:00 Q&A   The CICC Staff

Dear Members and Friends, The China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CICC), the EU SME Centre and the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China (EUCCC) are glad to invite you to the seminar "New Work Practices Emerging in China: What Has Changed", which will be held both ONLINE and OFFLINE at Marposs (Nanjing) Automation Co., Ltd. on November 18th 2021 from 1:50 pm to 4:30 pm (China Standard Time). Our discussion aims to provide European SMEs with an overview of: • How COVID-19 has changed work practices in China, including in terms of flexibility, smart working, fringe benefits, etc. • How to hire, train, retain and fire talents – both local and foreigners – over the long-term against the backdrop of evolving work practices (White collars/Blue collars..)   During our seminar, we will provide professional advice to answer the above questions. Please submit your questions in advance to: infoshanghai@cameraitacina.com         Speakers Mr Riccardo Verzella, Senior Associate at D’Andrea & Partners Legal Counsel ”Mr. Verzella is an Italian-qualified lawyer currently serving as the responsible attorney for Nanjing Office of D’Andrea & Partners Legal Consuel, based in Shanghai. He has more than five years of legal experience in Italy and China with particular focus on civil and labor law. He has cooperated to the drafting of the Practical Guide CLL – Labor Law in China with Mr. Carlo D’Andrea and other professionals of D’Andrea & Partners Legal Counsel, published in China with the cooperation of EUSME center and in Italy with the cooperation of Class Editori. He has been entrusted by Wolters Kluver Italy for the realization of private trainings on Chinese labor laws and regulations (with particular focus on the procedures for dismissals) for the global HR managers of important Italian multinational companies (e.g. Dompe’ Pharmaceuticals). He has intervened as speaker in various seminars dedicated to labor law and work-injury regulations.” Mr Kenneth A. Taylor Jr, founder of Nanjing Ying Bao Management and Consulting Company “I’m an American raised in the South. I have a BS in Urban & Regional Planning with minors in Music Education & Geographic information Science, a Masters in Public Administration focused in on Non-profit management and policy and procedures, 120 hr. TEFL, and several certifications. I have been a part of the education and business world now for 18 years: international and diverse students groups ranging from 3-66 years of age. During my time I have used my experience as a teacher, mentor, consultant, supervisor and business manager to impact the lives of many people. I have managed large federal and local government programs, organized events of all kinds and negotiated in hostile environments. My way of working allows me to maintain my sense of honor and respect while getting a job completed that meets the needs of all involved.” Frank Redecker, CEO-Partnter of Reach Talent, Board member of the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China "Frank has nearly 10 years General Manager experience in China and more than 35 years world-wide experience in various different industries, like manufacturing, automotive, heavy machinery and foundry. He is focused on creating mind-set change that will enable corporation business to evolve to a sustainable and self-sufficient Learning Organization. He has remarkable records by transforming organization through strategic and organizational development, process optimization and reengineering based on LEAN management and 6SIGMA principles, including restructuring and organizational redesign and realignment across the business segments. For more than 8 years Frank served as an elected board member the European Chamber of Commerce of China in Nanjing as well as in Tianjin. The experience to support companies and talents from European Countries and China to learn and benefit from each other is the key objective of his company REACH Talent Consulting the international talent bridge of X-Giants Group. He want to contribute to grow the cooperation between the various cultures."   Event Details Method: Online/Offline Time & Date: Thursday, November 18th, 1:50 pm - 4:30 pm Place: Nanjing City, Marposs (Nanjing) Automation Co., Ltd. (No.7 Jing Ming Street, Riverside Economic Development Zone, Jiangning, Nanjing city, Jiangsu / 滨江开发区景明大街7号) Target Audience: European SMEs in China, Chambers of Commerce, Embassies Price: Free of charge   Agenda  12:30 PM Departure from Nanjing South Railway station to Marposs Nanjing* 1:30 PM - 1:50 PM Registration 1:50 PM - 2 PM EU SME Centre and CICC Introduction 2 PM - 2:15 PM Welcome speech 2:15 PM - 2:45 PM “New Employment Trends and Challenges in the PRC: Regulatory Aspects and Compliance Suggestions”, Mr Riccardo Verzella, Senior Associate at D’Andrea & Partners Legal Counsel 2:45 PM - 3:15 PM “Covid-19 Impacts, in the Hope of Helping More Companies to Strengthen Their Status”, Mr Kenneth A. Taylor Jr, founder of Nanjing Ying Bao Management and Consulting Company 3:15 PM - 3:45 PM “White Collars and Blue Collars Cases” discussion moderated by Mr Frank Redecker, CEO and Partner of Reach Talent, Board member of the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China  3:45 PM - 4 PM Q&A session 4 PM - 4:30 PM Coffee break and greetings 4:30 PM Departure from Marposs Nanjing to Nanjing South Railway station* *Please note that we will provide a bus from Nanjing South Railway Station to Marposs Nanjing at 12:30 PM and from Marposs Nanjing to Nanjing South Railway station at 4:30 PM.   You can also join the morning session of the CICC MEWG Intercompany Network at Marposs Nanjing (same place of the seminar), starting from 9:30 pm. In this case, we will provide a bus from Nanjing South Railway station to Marposs Nanjing at 8:15 am (meeting point at 8:00 am Nanjing South Railway North Square). Follow the link below to check all details: https://www.cameraitacina.com/en/events/cicc-mewg-intercompany-network-marposs-november-18th-2021-nanjing     The CICC Team

Dear Members and Friends, The Manufacturing Engineering Working Group (MEWG) of the China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CICC) is organizing the third session of our Intercompany Network. The business visit will take place on November 18th, 2021 at Marposs (Nanjing) Automation Co., Ltd. in Nanjing (No.7 Jing Ming Street, Riverside Economic Development Zone, Jiangning, Nanjing city, Jiangsu / 滨江开发区景明大街7号). The registration starts at 9:30 am. The business visit is free of charge. Interested in joining? Scan the QR code to sign up!     Agenda 8:11 AM Arrival at Nanjing South Railway station (train No. G2, 7:00 AM Shanghai station-8:11 AM Nanjing South Railway station) 8:15 AM Meeting point in Nanjing South Railway station North Square 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Driving to Marposs Nanjing by bus 9:30 AM - 9:50 AM Registration at Marposs Nanjing 9:50 AM - 10:00 AM Institutional Greetings representatives by: Consulate General of Italy in Shanghai Italian Trade Agency (ITA) (tbc) China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CICC) (speaker tbc) 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Marposs Nanjing Business case by Riccardo Budriesi, President at Marposs China and Fabrizio Giambra, CEO at Marposs Nanjing Automation Co.,LTD 10:30 AM - 10:45 AM Coffee Break 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM MEWG Discussion and Q&A Carlo Nizia, Vice-Coordinator of Manufacturing Engineering Working Group (MEWG) and Risk Management at UFI FILTERS Giada Piccinini, Head of Shanghai Office, Senior Tax Advisor - “Tax Relief Measures for Manufacturing Enterprises” Discussion about the MEWG Business Sentiment Survey 11:45 AM - 12:30 PM Company tour 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Networking & buffet  1:30 PM First group departure from Marposs Nanjing to Nanjing South Railway station 1:50 PM - 4 PM Workshop "New Work Practices Emerging in China: What Has Changed" in collaboration with EUSME Centre and EUCCC Nanjing 4 PM - 4:30 PM Coffee break and Greetings 4:30 PM Second group departure from Marposs Nanjing to Nanjing South Railway station   Please note that this is an event with limited seats, and priority will be given to Members of the Manufacturing Engineering Working Group (MEWG), CICC Members and companies from the industrial manufacturing sector.     About Marposs Marposs (Nanjing) Automation Co., Ltd.: The company was established in Bologna in 1952 and it is currently led by Stefano Possati, the President. Marposs supplies precision gauging, testing and process monitoring equipments to industries worldwide: from traditional sectors such as automotive and mechanical processing, to emerging market sectors such as aerospace, electro mobility and consumer electronics with an export share >90% of its production. For about 20 years, Marposs began a program of acquisitions of solid, well-structured companies, each able to supply a top quality product in its field. Marposs has thus become a world leader in quality and process control by offering its customers a combination of advanced products, market knowledge and commitment to long term global partnerships. Building on these foundations, Marposs has created an international organization with approx. 3500 direct employees, which is able to deliver application and service support virtually anywhere in the world. Marposs is present in Asia Market, since 1970s. Marposs started to build a trading company since 1986 named MG Asia Ltd. based in Hong Kong. After 20 years’ development, Marposs established his own company in Shanghai, China in 2006. After two years, in 2008, Marposs Nanjing was totally invested by Italian Marposs Group, which is aim to manufacture the same quality products with Italian Marposs Group and serve the Chinese market directly. Nowadays China is Marposs first market for direct sales, accounting around 20% of Revenues; main destination markets are automotive, especially New Energy Vehicles, Mechanical Precision Components, Consuming Goods, Semiconductors, White Goods, Electrical Motors, Aerospace and Medical. We have widely spread sales and after sales organization overwhelm China market. Marposs Nanjing is capable to engineer and produce latest Marposs technologies to serve Chinese and International customers within the territory and around the world. For more information about Marposs Marposs (Nanjing) Automation Co., Ltd., please visit the following website link: www.marposs.com.     Know more about MEWG The MEWG represents the interest of all Italian companies in China working directly or indirectly in the sector on a national base. MEWG Objectives ▪ Coordinate and promote all Italian members’ needs which are active in many different industries of the Chinese mechanical engineering sector (machinery, automotive, component manufacturers, mechanical engineering …); ▪ Promote and raise awareness on the size and the importance of the Italian technology in the sector to all institutions in China and Italy that are our natural counterparts, in order to develop business opportunities; ▪ Coordinate and promote activities and events that boost the visibility and the image of “Technology Made in Italy”; ▪ Inform all members on the topic Made in China 2025, particularly with regard to risks and opportunities for Italian businesses; ▪ Become a reference for all mechanical engineering companies within the China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CICC), lobbying private and public institutions active in the Chinese market.   For more information about the MEWG please contact the email address: infoshanghai@cameraitacina.com. Not a member yet? Send an email to sh.projects@cameraitacina.com.   Kind Regards, The CICC Team

Dear Members and Friends, The Manufacturing Engineering Working Group (MEWG) of the China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CICC) is organizing two sessions of its Intercompany Network. The third session will take place on November 18th 2021 at Marposs (Nanjing) Automation Co., Ltd. in Nanjing (No.7 Jing Ming Street, Riverside Economic Development Zone, Jiangning, Nanjing city, Jiangsu / 滨江开发区景明大街7号). The fourth session will instead take place on December 14th 2021 at Comau (Shanghai) Engineering Co. Ltd. in Shanghai (No. 1353, Jiugan Road, Sijing Industrial Park, Songjiang District, Shanghai / 上海市松江泗泾工业园九干路1353号). In both cases, business visits are free of charge.     During our Intercompany Network series, you will learn more about different business case histories and perspectives of companies in China. Please note that this is an event with limited seats, and priority will be given to Members of the Manufacturing Engineering Working Group (MEWG), CICC Members and companies from the industrial manufacturing sector.   Interested in joining the first of these two new Intercompany Network sessions at Marposs (Nanjing) Automation Co., Ltd.? Please scan the QR code and follow the steps to register:   Know more about MEWG The MEWG represents the interest of all Italian companies in China working directly or indirectly in the sector on a national base. MEWG Objectives ▪ Coordinate and promote all Italian members’ needs which are active in many different industries of the Chinese mechanical engineering sector (machinery, automotive, component manufacturers, mechanical engineering …); ▪ Promote and raise awareness on the size and the importance of the Italian technology in the sector to all institutions in China and Italy that are our natural counterparts, in order to develop business opportunities; ▪ Coordinate and promote activities and events that boost the visibility and the image of “Technology Made in Italy”; ▪ Inform all members on the topic Made in China 2025, particularly with regard to risks and opportunities for Italian businesses; ▪ Become a reference for all mechanical engineering companies within the China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CICC), lobbying private and public institutions active in the Chinese market.   Know more about the Intercompany tour series: Please check out the following link for more information on our first 2021 session of the intercompany tour at Würth Industry Service (China) Co., Ltd,  in Shanghai:  http://www.cameraitacina.com/en/news/post-event-cicc-mewg-intercompany-network-wurth-industry-service-china-co-ltd-august-5th-2021.     Following the second session of our visit at Danieli China in Changshu:  https://www.cameraitacina.com/en/news/post-event-cicc-mewg-intercompany-network-danieli-china-october-13th-2021-changshu.     For more information about the MEWG please contact the email address: infoshanghai@cameraitacina.com. Not a member yet? Send an email to sh.projects@cameraitacina.com.   The CICC Team