*Language: Chinese (English translation service available upon request)

With the property sector remaining sluggish, the Chinese government has introduced a series of measures to promote urban infrastructure renewal, aiming to revitalise existing assets and stimulate economic activity. However, the market remains scattered, and many European companies face significant hurdles in participating effectively in such programmes.

The Construction Forum in Shanghai invites you to join us at the Sika Suzhou R&D Centre to explore the challenges and potential solutions for corporate participation in China’s urban infrastructure renewal drive. Key topics will include overcoming market entry and financing barriers, navigating policy incentives and procurement processes, and developing innovative products and technologies tailored for urban renewal projects.

Sika is a specialty chemicals company that develops systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industrial manufacturing. Sika works to support transformation of the construction and transportation sector toward greater environmental compatibility. The visit will also highlight construction green practices in China - including localisation of R&D to address local climate and material conditions, collaboration with municipal authorities and industry partners on sustainable construction standards, and adoption of advanced manufacturing techniques to improve efficiency and reduce environmental impact. 

Tentative Agenda:

• 09:00: Gather at the European Chamber Shanghai Office, SHUI ON PLAZA.
• 09:00 – 10:30: Shuttle Bus from SHUI ON PLAZA to Sika. (upon request)

• 10:30 – 11:00: Factory Tour in Sika Suzhou R&D Centre.
• 11:00 – 11:10: Introduction by Mr. Ma Shouwang, Chair of the Construction Forum in Shanghai.
• 11:10 – 11:30: Presentation of Renovation and Urban Renewal by Sebastian Chen, Head of BU Infrastructure & West Construction Sika China
• 11:30 – 12:30: Group Discussion on business opportunities in Urban Renewal.
• 12:30– 13:30: Lunch.

• 13:30– 15:00: Transport from Sika to SHUI ON PLAZA. (upon request)

Speakers

Mr. Shouwang Ma

Chair of the Construction Forum in Shanghai

Mr. Shouwang Ma

Chair of the Construction Forum in Shanghai

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Currently serves as the Deputy Head of Construction Strategy Department at Sika China, where he is fully responsible for the strategic development and execution of Sika’s initiatives.

Before joining Sika, Mr. Ma worked for seven years in construction project management within the China CSCES, followed by two years in Singapore managing building projects. Since 2003, he has been active in the construction chemicals industry, holding roles in product management and technical support at Switzerland-based Sarnafil and U.S.-based WR. Grace.

In 2007, Mr. Ma joined BASF Construction Chemicals, which was later integrated into Sika. During his time at BASF, he served in key leadership roles including Marketing Director of Construction Chemicals and Head of the construction industry in China. He was responsible for strategic planning, product portfolio management, and cross-business industry development and marketing in China’s construction chemicals sector.

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