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As the flagship business event organized by AHK Greater China, the AHK Xceleration Days (X-Days) attract thousands of business leaders, executives, and representatives of international organizations, aiming to promote bilateral economic and trade exchanges and cooperation between China and Germany jointly and to accelerate their business development in China.
The X-Days were already successfully held in Shenzhen and Shanghai, featuring a wide range of exciting activities, such as opening ceremonies, parallel forums, matchmaking sessions, exhibitions, field trips, business dinners, social events, and so on. The second edition of the X-Days in 2023 was a significant Sino-German business event after the pandemic and attracted nearly 1,000 German and Chinese business representatives and political guests to participate in more than 15 events over four days, setting an example for the strong will for cooperation and mutual trust in the international business community.
Our event partners will enjoy huge exposure and additional benefits. As an attendee, you will have the opportunity to meet like-minded business partners, get insights into cutting-edge technology trends, learn about the industrial development policies, and explore business cooperation potentials.
We cordially invite you to mark your calendar and join us in Beijing for the AHK X-Days 2024! For partnership and speaker inquiries, please do not hesitate to contact us:
AHK X-days team: xdays@china.ahk.de
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November 13
The AHK Innovation Awards is a startup pitching competition that aims to find and award innovative Chinese and German companies in specific industry categories. It is an ideal platform to present innovative technologies and solutions as well as to network with potential investors and business leaders and accelerate the cooperation within the industry. SMEs and startups that have won the pre-selection by a professional jury team will present and be evaluated by the audience. The winners will receive an AHK Innovation Awards Trophy plus additional awards.
Event Highlights:
Presentation of innovative solutions by startups
On-site voting by audience
Award ceremony
Networking and dinner
Registration
Welcome Speech
Pitching and Live Voting for each Category
Topic 1 - Future Mobility
HyperPark Technologies (Shanghai) Ltd.
U POWER Tech
Q&A, Live audience voting
Topic 2 – AI & Digital Economy
Edgenesis inc.
Stardust AI
Q&A, Live audience voting
Topic 3 – Sustainability & Green Manufacturing
Leafypolymer (Nantong) Agricultural Technology Co., Ltd.
Shanghai Golytec Automation Co..ltd
Q&A, Live audience voting
Topic 4 – Future Innovation
Apodibot Medical
Braillic Limited
Q&A, Live audience voting
Insight Talk
Award Ceremony
Networking & Dinner
November 13 16:00～17:15
Business Xceleration: Maximize the Impact of your Intellectual Property in China
Constant Innovation is important for accelerating business in China. To make the most out of a companies’ innovation activities a solid management of the intellectual property involved can help to maximize and sustain the innovation’s impact. This is ever more crucial against the background of increasing competition. In this closed-door exchange, experts and participants discuss strategies how intellectual property makes companies more competitive in China.
November 14 - Morning
Nearly 1,000 high-level officials of the Chinese and German governments and executives from top enterprises are expected to showcase the latest achievements of Sino-German cooperation, discuss cutting-edge technology issues, promote strategic dialog, and deepen mutually beneficial collaboration.
Event Highlights:
Leadership Remarks
Industry Leader Sharing
CEO Tech Talk
Registration
Welcome Remarks
Keynote Speeches
Tea Break
Keynote Speeches
CEO Tech Talk:
Where Will the Next Wave of Growth Be?
How to Build an Innovative Industrial Cooperation Ecosystem with Local Partners?
Lunch & Networking
November 14 - Afternoon
The sub-forums address key topics in Sino-German economic cooperation, such as green manufacturing, green energy and decarbonization, digital economy and new quality productive forces etc. Each sub-forum offers invaluable opportunities to gain insights from influential voices in these fields. Through in-depth discussions and case analyses, new cooperation modes will be explored, and technology exchanges and business partner matching will be promoted.
Event Highlights:
Roundtable Discussion
Case Studies
Cooperation Matchmaking
The Sustainable Markets Forum aims to explore ways to improve people's quality of life by promoting the growth of sustainable markets. Through the best practices of pioneering enterprises and insightful discussions between Sino-German stakeholders to identify the opportunities for innovation and investment in sustainable markets and jointly grasp this booming business environment.
Opening Remarks
ESG Vision, Harmony with Nature
The Present & The Future of Sustainable Finance: where we are and where we’re going
Sustainable Supply Chain Management
Green Innovation Empowers Green Buildings
Coffee Break & Networking
Innovative Bio-and Circonomy for a Livable Future
The purpose of this Panel is to explore the application and challenges of circular economy models in Bio industries, share best practices and innovations of German companies in China in the field of circular economy, and facilitate cooperation and exchange between Chinese and German companies in the circular economy sector.
ESG Driving Market Competitiveness – Consumer Choice and Corporate Strategy
ESG factors are influencing market competitiveness, driving consumer choice and corporate
strategy. Consumers prefer sustainable and ethical businesses, while companies realize the critical
role of ESG in profitability, risk management, and reputation. A multi-stakeholder discussion helps understand how ESG is reshaping the market and promoting sustainable growth
Group Photo & Closing Remarks
Dinner & Networking
The Green Manufacturing sub-forum will present cutting-edge research results, valuable practical experience, and unique industry insights by bringing together leading experts, senior scholars, and visionary entrepreneurs to discuss the challenges, opportunities, and prospects faced by the manufacturing industry. It will address the question of how to achieve green transformation of the manufacturing industry by improving productivity with innovative technologies, as well as how to accelerate the application of green and intelligent manufacturing technologies by building an effective transnational cooperation mechanism.
Opening and Welcome Remarks
China’s Green Transformation and Life Cycle-based Policy Initiatives
Sustainability Initiatives in Semiconductor Manufacturing at Infineon
Empowering the Business With Sustainable Solutions For Process Optimization and Energy Transfor- mation
Coffee Break & Networking
Panel Discussion: Status quo, Challenges, and Opportunities of Green Manufacturing in China
Q&A Session
Group Photo & Closing Remarks
Dinner & Networking
The AI Economy sub-forum will delve into how AI in China is turning into a new quality productive force to drive innovation and transformation in various industries. Thought leaders, technology pioneers, and policy makers in this field will congregate to jointly analyze the latest advances in AI technology and discuss its key role in enhancing productivity, optimizing decision-making processes, and facilitating sustainable development.
Opening Remarks
Unleash the Power of AI
AI is everywhere
The Development and Application of LLMs
AI for Good: Addressing Global Challenges of Circular Economy and Carbon Reduction with Technology
Panel
Get Future Ready: 3 Strategies to Accelerate Innovation in China with AI
Coffee Break & Networking
Escape Velocity: Breaking Free from Old Thinking in AI
Applications of Generative AI Technology in Advanced Industrial Scenarios
Panel
Transforming Industries with AI: Opportunities and Challenges
Showcase: How to build an AI Bot in 20 minutes?
Closing remarks
Dinner & Networking
The Mineral Resources sub-forum is dedicated to deepening the Sino-German strategic dialogue and stable long-term cooperation in the mineral resources industry. It will bring together leaders of top-enterprises, policymakers, industrial experts, and senior scholars to discuss the latest global trends, technological innovations, sustainable development in the mineral resources industry, as well as new cooperation opportunities between China and Germany in this field, providing attendees with cutting-edge insights and strategic connections.
Opening Remarks
Welcome Address
Critical Raw Materials Act of the European Union
Developments and Trends of the Nonferrous Metals Industry in China
Session 1: Metals Supply: Challenges and Responses
Challenges and Responses of Copper Processing Enterprises
Status Quo and Measures for Energy Efficiency and Carbon Reduction in the Aluminum Manufacturing Industry
Approaches of German Automotive Industry in Securing Metals Supply
Coffee Break
Session 2: Investment and Cooperation along Battery Materials
Aligning Company’s Strategy and Investments with Indonesia’s National Development Plan: A Focus on Sustainable Growth
Cooperation along Battery Materials
Session 3: High-level Panel Discussion:
Opportunities and Challenges in Global Investment in Metals for Energy Transition
Dinner & Networking
Shijingshan District is the central urban area of Beijing. As the venue for the AHK Greater China Xceleration Days 2024, the district will hold a special exchange event on the afternoon of November 14 with the theme "Sino-German Collaboration: Creating a New Chapter of Win-Win." The event will focus on characteristic industries such as industrial Internet, artificial intelligence, science fiction, and virtual reality. Through keynote speeches, project roadshows by representative Chinese and German enterprises, and exchanges, the event aims to promote cooperation and exchanges between the two sides and jointly open a new chapter in industrial transformation and upgrading.
Guest Sign-in
Welcome Remarks
Signing Ceremony
Between Government of Shijingshan District and GCC (The German Chamber of Commerce in China)
Between Government of Shijingshan District and CIPA (Investment Promotion Agency of the Ministry of Commerce)
Keynote Speech:
Speech by expert in AI and industrial internet
Keynote Speech: Path of Digital Future: From Industry 4.0 to Manufacturing-X
Keynote Speech: Introduction of Shijingshan industrial parks such as industrial internet and artificial intelligence
Company Roadshow: From Concept to Customer: How 3D & AI Accelerate Product Marketing
Company Roadshow: We Bring Better Sound to Life
Company Roadshow: German Integrated Software connects Global Business
Company Roadshow: The Door of Time and Space to Arrive at the Intelligent Warehouse Management System Based on “MetaUniverse” Technology
Company Roadshow: HyperPark | A Smart Parking Solution – Unleashing deep underground space to boost urban parking capacity
Pitching and Networking
Dinner & Networking
Date & Venue: 14 November 2024 · Shougang Park, Beijing
Language: Chinese-German Bilingual Simultaneous Interpretation
Co-Host: Investment Promotion Agency of the Ministry of Commerce
Moderator: Frank Xu, Head of Oversea Team, Investment Promotion Agency, MOFCOM, P.R.China
Guest Sign-in
Welcome Speech
Introduction to China's Regions: Introduction to the 40th Anniversary of Nantong Economic and Technological Development Zone and Sharing of Successful Investment Cases
Introduction to China's Regions: Introduction to Key Investment Areas in Bozhou City, Anhui Province
Introduction to China's Regions: Equipment Manufacturing Industry
Introduction to Binhai New Area in Tianjin
Introduction to China's Regions: Green Technology Industry
Introduction to Wuhan City, Hubei Province
Introduction to China's Regions: Science and Innovation Industry
Introduction to Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province
Speeches by German Enterprises
Concluding Remarks
Business Matchmaking & Networking Dinner
Business Xceleration: Maximize the Impact of your Intellectual Property in China
Constant Innovation is important for accelerating business in China. To make the most out of a companies’ innovation activities a solid management of the intellectual property involved can help to maximize and sustain the innovation’s impact. This is ever more crucial against the background of increasing competition. In this closed-door exchange, experts and participants discuss strategies how intellectual property makes companies more competitive in China.
November 15
Based on the impulses from the X-Days 2024, two field trips will be organized for German companies to visit Huawei and Shijingshan District.
Participating in the field trip: Shijingshan tour, you will have the opportunity to engage with local enterprises, to gain a deeper understanding of the business environment and industrial layout of Shijingshan District, to discover the latest developments in unique industrial fields like Virtual Reality, Science Fiction and Artificial Intelligence. This provides a chance for potential future collaborations.
Registration at Shangri-La Hotel
Visit Shijingshan District Planning Exhibition Hall
Visit Zhongguancun VR Industrial Park
Business lunch (Shangri-La Hotel)
Visit ZGC Science Fiction Industry Innovation Center
Visit No.1 Blast Furnace - SoReal Science Fiction Paradise
Visit Folk Museum, Historical and Cultural Block in Moshikou
Visit Fahai Temple Mural Art Center in Moshikou
Transfer back to Shangri-La Hotel
End
Participating in the field trip: Xplore Huawei, you will personally experience how 5G enables digital transformation in thousands of industries, how digital technologies support smart and low-carbon development in the context of carbon neutrality, and immerse yourself in Huawei's full-scenario perceptual experience as well as discover potential cooperation opportunities.
Gathering at the Shangri-La Shougang Park Hotel
Head to Huawei Beijing R&D Center
Visit & Exchange in Huawei Beijing R&D Center
Business Lunch
Head to the Huawei Beijing WangFuJing Flagship Store
Visit of the Huawei Beijing Wang FuJing Flagship Store
End of the field trip, bus transfer to the Shangri-La Shougang Park Hotel, or individual transfer to airports or railway stations
Registration
Welcome Speech
Pitching and Live Voting for each Category
Topic 1 - Future Mobility
Topic 2 – AI & Digital Economy
Topic 3 – Sustainability & Green Manufacturing
Topic 4 – Future Innovation
Insight Talk
Award Ceremony
Networking & Dinner
Registration
Welcome Remarks
Keynote Speeches
Tea Break
Keynote Speeches
CEO Tech Talk:
Where Will the Next Wave of Growth Be?
How to Build an Innovative Industrial Cooperation Ecosystem with Local Partners?
Lunch & Networking
Opening Remarks
ESG Vision, Harmony with Nature
The Present & The Future of Sustainable Finance: where we are and where we’re going
Sustainable Supply Chain Management
Green Innovation Empowers Green Buildings
Coffee Break & Networking
Innovative Bio-and Circonomy for a Livable Future
ESG Driving Market Competitiveness – Consumer Choice and Corporate Strategy
Group Photo & Closing Remarks
Dinner & Networking
Opening and Welcome Remarks
China’s Green Transformation and Life Cycle-based Policy Initiatives
Sustainability Initiatives in Semiconductor Manufacturing at Infineon
Empowering the Business With Sustainable Solutions For Process Optimization and Energy Transfor- mation
Coffee Break & Networking
Panel Discussion: Status quo, Challenges, and Opportunities of Green Manufacturing in China
Q&A Session
Group Photo & Closing Remarks
Dinner & Networking
Opening Remarks
Unleash the Power of AI
AI is everywhere
The Development and Application of LLMs
AI for Good: Addressing Global Challenges of Circular Economy and Carbon Reduction with Technology
Panel
Get Future Ready: 3 Strategies to Accelerate Innovation in China with AI
Coffee Break & Networking
Escape Velocity: Breaking Free from Old Thinking in AI
Applications of Generative AI Technology in Advanced Industrial Scenarios
Panel
Transforming Industries with AI: Opportunities and Challenges
Showcase: How to build an AI Bot in 20 minutes?
Closing remarks
Dinner & Networking
Opening Remarks
Welcome Address
Critical Raw Materials Act of the European Union
Developments and Trends of the Nonferrous Metals Industry in China
Session 1: Metals Supply: Challenges and Responses
Challenges and Responses of Copper Processing Enterprises
Status Quo and Measures for Energy Efficiency and Carbon Reduction in the Aluminum Manufacturing Industry
Approaches of German Automotive Industry in Securing Metals Supply
Coffee Break
Session 2: Investment and Cooperation along Battery Materials
Aligning Company’s Strategy and Investments with Indonesia’s National Development Plan: A Focus on Sustainable Growth
Cooperation along Battery Materials
Session 3: High-level Panel Discussion:
Opportunities and Challenges in Global Investment in Metals for Energy Transition
Dinner & Networking
Guest Sign-in
Welcome Remarks
Signing Ceremony
Keynote Speech:
Keynote Speech: Path of Digital Future: From Industry 4.0 to Manufacturing-X
Keynote Speech: Introduction of Shijingshan industrial parks such as industrial internet and artificial intelligence
Company Roadshow: From Concept to Customer: How 3D & AI Accelerate Product Marketing
Company Roadshow: We Bring Better Sound to Life
Company Roadshow: German Integrated Software connects Global Business
Company Roadshow: The Door of Time and Space to Arrive at the Intelligent Warehouse Management System Based on “MetaUniverse” Technology
Company Roadshow: HyperPark | A Smart Parking Solution – Unleashing deep underground space to boost urban parking capacity
Pitching and Networking
Dinner & Networking
Guest Sign-in
Welcome Speech
Introduction to China's Regions: Introduction to the 40th Anniversary of Nantong Economic and Technological Development Zone and Sharing of Successful Investment Cases
Introduction to China's Regions: Introduction to Key Investment Areas in Bozhou City, Anhui Province
Introduction to China's Regions: Equipment Manufacturing Industry
Introduction to Binhai New Area in Tianjin
Introduction to China's Regions: Green Technology Industry
Introduction to Wuhan City, Hubei Province
Introduction to China's Regions: Science and Innovation Industry
Introduction to Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province
Speeches by German Enterprises
Concluding Remarks
Business Matchmaking & Networking Dinner
Registration at Shangri-La Hotel
Visit Shijingshan District Planning Exhibition Hall
Visit Zhongguancun VR Industrial Park
Business lunch (Shangri-La Hotel)
Visit ZGC Science Fiction Industry Innovation Center
Visit No.1 Blast Furnace - SoReal Science Fiction Paradise
Visit Folk Museum, Historical and Cultural Block in Moshikou
Visit Fahai Temple Mural Art Center in Moshikou
Transfer back to Shangri-La Hotel
End
Gathering at the Shangri-La Shougang Park Hotel
Head to Huawei Beijing R&D Center
Visit & Exchange in Huawei Beijing R&D Center
Business Lunch
Head to the Huawei Beijing WangFuJing Flagship Store
Visit of the Huawei Beijing Wang FuJing Flagship Store
End of the field trip, bus transfer to the Shangri-La Shougang Park Hotel, or individual transfer to airports or railway stations
Unlock new business opportunities with our Business Matchmaking Platform, designed to enhance your experience at AHK Greater China Xceleration Days 2024. This platform connects you with like-minded professionals, allowing you to tailor your outreach and initiate conversations that matter.
You can easily view and edit your own profile while discovering others. Schedule in-person meetings in advance to maximize your time at the event and utilize the online chat for pre- and post-event interactions to keep the momentum going.
Elevate your experience at X-Days and connect with key players in your industry—don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to drive your business forward!
Want to become a partner at X-Days 2024?
Partners of X-Days 2024 will enjoy huge exposure and various benefits before, during and after the event, thus enhance your company's visibility among the Sino-German business community. All forms of sponsorships for door gifts are also highly welcomed. If you are interested to be our partner or to get the complete partnership kit, please kindly contact: jin.si@china.ahk.de.
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Contact
Get in touch with our X-Days event team
xdays@china.ahk.de
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