Join BritCham Shanghai's joint Committees for an immersive one-day exploration of Suzhou's cutting-edge industrial landscape. This exclusive tour, developed in collaboration with the Wuzhong District Government, offers a unique opportunity to witness firsthand how Suzhou is driving innovation in advanced manufacturing and embodied intelligence – from global pharmaceutical giants to pioneering robotics enterprises.

Why Attend?

– Deep Dive into UK-China Collaboration: Engage with leaders from Haleon, a global healthcare leader with deep UK roots, to discuss R&D synergies, smart production, and sustainable practices.

– Discover Suzhou's Industrial Vision: Explore Wuzhong District's strategic focus on embodied intelligence (e.g., humanoid robotics, AI-driven manufacturing) through site visits and dialogues with local policymakers.

– Network with Innovators: Connect with BritCham Shanghai communities, Wuzhong government officials, and Suzhou's tech pioneers to foster cross-border partnerships.

Key Highlights:

1,Behind-the-Scenes at Haleon's Smart Factory

– Tour Haleon's state-of-the-art Wusong River facility, including its production lines and R&D center, to learn how digitalisation and sustainability are shaping the future of healthcare manufacturing.

2, Government-Industry Dialogue

– Meet with Wuzhong District leadership during an exclusive luncheon to discuss policy support for foreign enterprises and emerging opportunities in advanced manufacturing.

3, Embodied Intelligence in Action

– Visit a leading Wuzhong factory specializing in humanoid robotics or AI-driven components, showcasing how Suzhou is positioning itself at the forefront of Industry 4.0 and intelligent systems.

4, Wuzhong Exhibition Center

– Gain a panoramic view of Suzhou's innovation ecosystem, from its industrial heritage to its ambitions as a global hub for next-gen technologies.

Who to Attend? 

– Executives in technology, manufacturing, healthcare, and R&D

– Professionals interested in AI, robotics, smart factories, or cross-border innovation

– Companies exploring partnerships in the Yangtze River Delta's industrial ecosystem

This tour is more than a site visit – it's a gateway to understanding how British expertise can align with Suzhou's ambition to become a global leader in intelligent manufacturing. Join us to build connections, spark ideas, and shape the future of UK-China tech collaboration.

 *Please note: Due to limited capacity, this event requires prior approval for attendance. Priority will be given to BritCham Shanghai members. To ensure fair access for all members, we kindly suggest that each company nominates one representative to attend.

Agenda

• 08:00-08:30 Attendees arrive at BritCham SH Office (Address: 2107, Oriental Centre, 699 West Nanjing Rd, Jing'an District, Shanghai)
• 08:30–10:00 Travel to Haleon's Suzhou Factory
• 10:00–11:00 Visit to Haleon Wusongjiang Factory (Safety briefing, production line tour, and R&D center visit)
• 11:00–12:00 Meeting with Haleon's R&D and production staff
• 12:00–12:30 Depart Haleon for lunch at a designated location in Wuzhong District
• 12:30–13:00 Meeting with Wuzhong District leaders
• 13:00–14:00 Lunch Meeting
• 14:00–15:00 Visit to Wuzhong District Exhibition Center
• 15:00–16:30 Visit to an advanced manufacturing facility in Wuzhong District (Focus on embodied intelligence-related industries, such as humanoid robotics or related component manufacturers)
• 16:30–18:00 End visit and return to Shanghai

*BritCham Shanghai reserves the right to alter the above agenda at any time. 

Notes:

Transport is arranged by BritCham Shanghai and Suzhou Wuzhong Government.

*Safety Caveat: For the factory tour, long-sleeved shirts, closed-toe flat shoes and pants are required. Hair must be tied up for females.

For event attendees, if you have any prepared questions, thoughts, or insights that you would like to discuss during the event, kindly send an email to the BritCham Shanghai Event staff eloise.zhang@britishchambershanghai.cn before 12 pm, 11 June to facilitate productive discussions.