Numerous applications were received from companies based in and outside of the European member states in the 2023 submission process. To highlight the successful stories of the winning applications from this year, we group the winners by the countries of origin. In this talk, we are inviting companies originating from France, FORVIA Faurecia China, Lesaffre, and VEOLIA, who won the 2023 SBA in these categories respectively - Decarbonisation Leader, Rural Development Pioneer, and Circular Economy Pioneer, to outline their successful projects and practices. To recognise the contribution of French companies to sustainability, the Chamber is also inviting a representative from the Consulate General of the Republic of France in Shanghai to deliver the closing remarks.

• 2023-12-14 | 14:30 - 16:00
• European Chamber Shanghai Office 中国欧盟商会上海办公室

Are you ready to elevate your managerial skills to the next level? The Managerial Acceleration Programme (MAP) is a dynamic curriculum to equip mid and senior managers, as well as forward-thinking entrepreneurs, with the knowledge and tools to thrive in today’s ever-evolving business landscape.
MAP focuses on three pivotal elements that define the modern business environment: sustainability, digitalisation, and agility. These elements are not just buzzwords; they are the driving forces behind success in the contemporary world of business.

• 2023-11-17 | 13:30 - 16:45
• European Chamber Shanghai Office 中国欧盟商会上海办公室

Companies are currently clearly facing a complicated legal risk landscape, in regard to both regulatory and disputes issues. The regulatory developments worldwide also pose new challenges for companies operating in China. These developments require robust risk mitigation strategies. This seminar therefore dives into the important topic of legal risk management.

Join us for the seminar on 12th October to hear from lawyers, in-house counsels, and other experts on this important topic.

• 2023-10-12 | 14:30 - 16:30
• European Chamber Shanghai Office

The European Union Chamber of Commerce Shanghai Chapter is delighted to invite you to the launch event of the European Business in China – Position Paper 2023/2024 on 27th September 2023.

Join us to discuss the issues, recommendations and possible solutions outlined in the Position Paper from the perspective of European businesses from a range of industries in Shanghai.

• 2023-09-27 | 14:00 - 15:00
• European Chamber Shanghai Office

The European Chamber fosters collaboration among members from diverse industries in China. The dedicated platform facilitates idea-sharing and best practices, enhancing the supply chain for all participants.

• 2023-09-26 | 14:00 - 15:55
• European Chamber Shanghai Office

In recent years international F&B manufacturers and exporters are looking at the country for their investments and business expansion; US and European brands such as Beyond Meat, Omni Foods, VIOLIFE, and St Hubert have stepped into the Chinese market, of which the food and beverage market size was 9.1 billion US dollars in 2021, registered with a CAGR of 14%, according to Zhiyanzhan Research Institute. On the other side, the EU’s Farm to Fork strategy calls for a fair, healthy and sustainable food system and one of the approaches is transitioning from intensive animal agriculture to more plant-based food production.

This event will help European SMEs identify the market opportunities in plant-based food in China; analyse the exports to the region; understand the regulatory landscape; build competitive advantages against local brands; and benchmark against other leading entities that are thriving in this sector.

Join us on 30th August to hear about the latest developments and best practices from our prominent group of industry players and analysts.

• 2023-08-30 | 16:00 - 17:50
• European Chamber Shanghai Office & ZOOM

Faced with a complex international situation, tensions and turbulence continued to affect the chemical and energy industries in China. With the 14th Five-Year Plan, aligning with six departments, shedding light on the layout of petrochemical, coal, and chemical materials industries, updated policies concerning hazardous chemicals. The 14th FYP aims to upgrade production capacity, promote capacity consolidation, and accelerate technological innovation to extend the industrial value chain.
As the petrochemical base achieved the 2025 goals ahead of schedule, Zhoushan Green Petrochemical Base relies on LNG and LPG to develop green energy, develop the basic chemical materials industry, further extend the industrial chain, develop high-end polyester and special chemicals, and build a base for new energy materials and characteristic materials. It pioneers in the Yangtze River Delta and it is also the national benchmark in the chemical and energy industries.
The uniqueness of chemical and energy related products lies in its connection to the global market. The European Chamber warmly invites experts and officials from the industry to share valuable insights.

• 2023-08-24 | 14:00 - 16:30
• European Chamber Shanghai Office

Despite the intricacies and challenges of the regulatory environment in China, understanding the role of the Chinese government in shaping policies and regulations in the Chinese market is vital for building constructive relationships and achieving business objectives.

In this constantly changing and growing market, insights into China's dynamic business ecosystem and its rapid advancements are crucial. This event, hosted by the European Chamber, will bring together China experts as well as authors of the book Selling to China to share their insights about the China market and its future opportunities.

• 2023-08-23 | 14:00 - 15:15
• European Chamber Shanghai Office

With new advances in battery, electric vehicles and solar, how will China shift away from coal as the dominant power source, and what advancements are needed in energy storage for a secure energy future? What steps are industry players taking to optimise their energy efficiency ahead of the anticipated summer energy shortages in 2023? Join the European Chamber and various industry experts to take a closer look at the renewable energy outlook for the rest of the year.

• 2023-08-17 | 15:00 - 17:00
• European Chamber Shanghai Office

The fourth industrial revolution is reshaping the manufacturing industry, bringing new opportunities and challenges for businesses to navigate. The development of smart manufacturing has emerged as a crucial driver for China's industrial sectors to transition towards mid and high-end manufacturing, leveraging new-generation technologies like 5G, artificial intelligence, and big data. This progress not only facilitates economic growth but also positions China as a competitive force on the global stage.
China has closely cooperated with smart manufacturing industry of European countries to jointly cope with opportunities and challenges. Nanhu District and Jiaxing Science City continue to deepen the practice of the “88 strategy”, adhere to innovation and development, and form a “2+X” science and technology innovation system, becoming a comprehensive innovation platform for gathering high-quality science and technology innovation resources, which will bring greater momentum to China and the EU in the next era of the smart manufacturing.
The European Chamber of Commerce in China welcomes representatives of Jiaxing and industry experts to share their latest insights in the revolution of smart manufacturing.

• 2023-07-26 | 13:30 - 16:15
• European Chamber Shanghai Office