Longgang launches city's 1st innovation consortium

06-10,2026

The Shenzhen Low-Altitude Economy Industrial Integration & Innovation Consortium is established at the headquarters of Global Eagle UAV in Longgang district.The Shenzhen Low-Altitude Economy Industrial Integration & Innovation Consortium wasestablished at the headquarters of Global Eagle UAV in Longgang district. The launch marks the start of a new chapter for Shenzhen's low-altitude economy, featuring in-depth coordination between industrial and talent chains and integrated development across the whole industrial chain.Nine leading enterprises jointly set up the consortium to address major challenges such as fragmented industrial resources, a talent supply-demand mismatch and inadequate industry-education integration in the low-altitude economy sector. It will foster a new ecosystem combining manufacturing with human resource services and featuring a full-cycle model spanning manufacturing, vocational training, professional certification and employment.The consortium has rolled out a host of innovative initiatives. Leveraging Global Eagle as a core hub, it will establish databases for talent pools and enterprise recruitment demands and offer business incubation services. It will take the lead in compiling national textbooks and formulating competition standards forsurveying and mapping, fire protection and more. Partnering with universities to develop tailored curricula and opening practical training venues, the consortium will build a demonstration base focusing on both industrial development and employment.Clear quantitative development targets have also been set.The consortium will provide vocational training for over 10,000 low-altitude economy professionals and grant professional certifications to more than 2,000 personnel annually, with the employment rate of certified talent kept above 90 percent. It will also deliver over 1,000 skilled workers to enterprises each year. Moving forward, it will further improve cross-regional employment services, formulate industrial standards, and incubate startups in niche segments such as low-altitude logistics, cultural tourism and plant protection. Local authorities will continue to provide strong support to fuel the high-quality development of Shenzhen's low-altitude economy and advance the integrated growth of human resource services and manufacturing industries.

Intl high-tech executives visit Longgang to explore robotics, AI industry in Shenzhen

06-04,2026

A delegation led by the Macao Technology General Association visited the Longgang district of Shenzhen in South China's Guangdong province on June 3 to explore the city's robotics and artificial intelligence industry.Comprising over 40 senior executives and technical experts from various countries and regions specializing in the fields such as AI, venture capital, and green energy, the delegation included notable figures like Matt White, the Global Chief Technology Officer of AI at the Linux Foundation.Participants visit Huawei Harmony Smart Home at Longgang Robotics Avenue.This visit follows BEYOND Expo 2026, which was organized by the Macao Technology General Association in late May, aiming to transform the intentional cooperation at the expo into practical partnership.The delegation's itinerary highlighted Longgang's robust robotics industry and AI implementation capabilities. At BYD, discussions between the delegation and the company extended beyond vehicle manufacturing to overseas supply chain strategies. BYD emphasized that the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area remains its core R&D and manufacturing hub.At YOUIBOT, a global leading embodied AI company, the delegation saw the application of the mobile industrial robots in semiconductor and new energy sectors. Jack Chong, Director at Singapore's Emerge Consulting, noted the technology's practical application beyond mere algorithms.Participants visit a robot 6s store in Longgang.While visiting a robot "6S" store, the delegation learned about products from over 60 companies that are showcasing in the store. The participants showed keen interest in household service robots and explored pricing and international distribution channels.Longgang's Robotics Avenue displayed unmanned delivery vehicles and smart home solutions. There, the delegation showed particular interest in Neolix's Level 4 (L4) autonomous driving technology.Longgang, as a manufacturing hub in Shenzhen, boasts a GDP surpassing 600 billion yuan ($88.5 billion) in 2025, with R&D investments at 14.7 percent of GDP. During the visit, several international companies engaged in discussions with Longgang regarding local industry support policies and models for international collaboration.

Longgang launches AI Hub to serve smart hardware industry

06-03,2026

A rendering of Global Intelligence Hardware Valley (AI Hub) in Longgang district, Shenzhen.Longgang district of Shenzhen in South China's Guangdong province has launched the Global Intelligence Hardware Valley (AI Hub) to offer comprehensive services for smart hardware companies from concept design to mass production.The district made the announcement at its second edition of the Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Development Conference on May 30. Serving as the primary service platform of the hardware valley, the AI Hub Service Center was simultaneously inaugurated at the conference.The AI Hub spans a planned area of 410,000 square meters with a total building area of 1.3 million sq m. It is designed to include R&D offices, smart factories, various innovation platforms, and supporting facilities, catering to high-end production needs.The AI Hub Service Center features areas for corporate promotion, industry exchange, project roadshows, and administrative services. It integrates government services, policy promotion, industry connections, investment and financing support and talent development, supported by a dedicated service team and an integrated online-offline service platform.Currently, over 70 companies and institutions, including Shenzhen JLC Technology Group, Guangdong Well Technology Co and Anycubic, have agreed to join the service center, forming the beginnings of an industry ecosystem.To foster long-term growth, the AI Hub also launched the OPC Entrepreneurship Training Camp for those engaging in One Person Company, with the first training session to start in July at Shenzhen City Polytechnic.

Longgang expands global tech footprint via BEYOND Expo

06-02,2026

Longgang district of Shenzhen has strengthened cross-border tech cooperation and expanded its global market presence through a prominent showing at the BEYOND Expo in Macao during May 27-31.As a dynamic global platform spotlighting international tech advancements and fostering a culture of tech and innovation in Asia, the event marks a key step forward in the district’s push to connect local innovators with international opportunities.Thirty enterprises from Longgang showcase their products at the district’s dedicated booth during the expo.Thirty high-quality Longgang enterprises took center stage at a dedicated district pavilion, covering high-end intelligent manufacturing, AI and digital economy, semiconductors and integrated circuits, and low-altitude economy.The roster includes national manufacturing champions, specialized "Little Giant" enterprises, and listed industry leaders. Over the course of the expo, they engaged with nearly 600 potential clients and secured preliminary orders worth nearly 15 million yuan ($2.2 million).A Shenzhen-Macao Tech Industry Cooperation and Exchange Seminar was held alongside the expo. Co-hosted by Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of Shenzhen Municipal People's Government and People's Government of Longgang District, the event gathered about 60 representatives from tech enterprises, associations and institutions, focusing on deepening industrial links and access to Portuguese-speaking markets.A Shenzhen-Macao Tech Industry Cooperation and Exchange Seminar is held alongside the expo.Capitalizing on the forum, the Macao Science and Technology Association plans to invite a delegation of more than 40 overseas enterprises and investment institutions to visit Longgang, aiming to foster in-depth exchanges and explore practical cooperation projects.As Shenzhen's industrial powerhouse, Longgang has ranked first among China's top 100 industrial districts for eight consecutive years. In 2025, its GDP exceeded 600 billion yuan, with R&D investment accounting for 14.9 percent of GDP. The district provides comprehensive services to support local enterprises in global expansion.Longgang runs Shenzhen's first district-level physical service base for enterprise internationalization.

Longgang rolls out new projects to fuel AI development

06-01,2026

Longgang district successfully hosted the second Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Development Conference on May 30. The event unveiled three major infrastructure projects, the AI Hub Global Intelligent Hardware Valley, ten co-creation platforms, seven Long Dazi AI products, and upgraded industrial policies. A snapshot of the second AI and Robotics Development Conference held in Longgang.Endowed with a solid advanced manufacturing foundation and the country's top cross-border e-commerce cluster, Longgang has built a pioneering municipal system integrating power, transport, aerial mobility and computing capabilities. It now boasts more than 800 AI enterprises. The conference clarified two core development directions: AI-native development and AI co-creation. The AI Hub provides full-cycle services from conceptual design to mass production. Meanwhile, ten co-creation initiatives have been rolled out, covering the whole industrial chain from R&D to commercialization.Guests gather at the conference to witness new progress in local AI and robotics industry.Annual industrial support funds has been raised to 160 million yuan ($23.5 million), targeting an industrial output of over 100 billion yuan by 2027. Among the star products, Long Xiaoer can detect urban management violations and dispatch robotic dogs to issue verbal warnings, while Long Feishou delivers drone services with full district coverage within five minutes.These AI products act as handy daily companions for residents, covering healthcare, urban governance, low-altitude economy and industrial sectors. The launch of the third Waka Awards has further refined Longgang’s full-fledged AI ecosystem that spans from infrastructure to end-user applications.

High-tech fun at Longgang's robot experience hub

05-29,2026

The world's first robot 6S store in Bantian, Longgang district, has become a new tech landmark in Shenzhen and drawn many overseas visitors lately.Guests had a great time exploring the diverse array of intelligent products. They posed for photos and danced alongside robot Fangfang, embracing the wonders of smart technology.Featuring an upgraded 6S operation mode, the store offers one-stop services for robots, ranging from sales and maintenance to personalized customization. It vividly showcases the district's achievements in the robotics industry.Overseas visitors applauded the creative concept and advanced technologies. They shared their experiences online, teaching international audiences about Longgang's booming intelligent manufacturing industry.

Agreements on key projects inked to boost AIGC growth in Longgang

05-27,2026

The Longgang district of Shenzhen in South China's Guangdong province has secured agreements on 13 key projects at the 22nd China International Cultural Industries Fair, which concluded in Shenzhen on May 25, as part of the district's efforts to transform itself into a hub for artificial intelligence-generated content (AIGC) industry.The Longgang district of Shenzhen, located in Guangdong province, hosts a business promotion event on May 23 during the 22nd China International Cultural Industries Fair.The agreements were signed at a business promotion event organized by Longgang on May 23, during the five day event that highlights the development of cultural industries. They cover areas such as the AIGC ecosystem, cultural innovation headquarters, brain-machine interfaces, sci-fi films, intangible cultural heritage technology, and marine cultural tourism.At the event venue.Among the projects is an AI sci-fi movie project by Hugo Award winner Hao Jingfang. This collaboration aims to explore new modes of content production that combine AI, ultra-high-definition, and sci-fi IPs.During the event, Longgang introduced 11 innovative, AI-driven cultural products that span a range of sectors. These include advanced AI animation and comic dramas, cutting-edge smart toys, applications of brain-machine interfaces in healthcare, collaborative initiatives in film production, and sophisticated educational robots.At this event, 13 agreements are signed to promote AIGC industry.Highlights include the full-domain AI film joint production public service platform, unveiled by the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Ultra HD Digital Innovation Park to provide comprehensive services for film production.Li Zhiguang from the innovation park emphasized the park's role as a platform for implementing the district's "All in AI" strategy, highlighting facilities such as the 8K creation center and the XR/VP virtual studio, which lower technical barriers for creators. The park aims to promote the development of original content IP further, Li said.

GBA cross-border e-commerce hub debuts in Longgang

05-26,2026

A one-stop cross-border e-commerce hub for the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area has opened in Longgang district. The inauguration ceremony and supply-demand matching session were held at Tian'an, a commercial complex, on May 20.As an AI-powered integrated platform for exhibition, trade and promotion, it connects resources across the GBA, empowering enterprises to expand their domestic and global presence and driving industrial coordination.The hub features panoramic showrooms and new product zones, hosting premium goods in beauty, 3C electronics, home appliances, pet supplies and outdoor gear. Guided by the philosophy of "Curated Quality, Global Reach", it delivers one-stop services to boost trade efficiency and lower operational costs.Tailored services serve both suppliers and buyers. Suppliers benefit from product displays, channel expansion, branding and order matching, while buyers gain access to new product updates, factory links, audits, logistics and order tracking. "The hub aligns supply and demand with full-cycle support," said a participant.Partnering with industry associations, leading platforms, universities and research bodies, it creates a robust industrial ecosystem. Regular training, incubation and mentorship help startups and traditional traders overcome cross-border barriers.A number of preliminary cooperation agreements were reached at the event. Moving forward, the hub will leverage the GBA's strengths in policy, logistics, finance and markets, pioneer AI-driven innovation, and facilitate Hong Kong and Macau brands' mainland penetration and Chinese products' global expansion. It aims to become a benchmark for GBA cross-border e-commerce innovation and help foster a high-quality trade ecosystem.

Longgang showcases AI-driven cultural innovations at cultural expo

05-25,2026

The Longgang district of Shenzhen in South China's Guangdong province highlighted its "All in AI" strategy at the 22nd China (Shenzhen) International Cultural Industries Fair, bringing more than 30 local cultural enterprises to the exhibition.The exhibition area of Longgang district of Shenzhen at the 22nd China (Shenzhen) International Cultural Industries Fair.The Longgang-based enterprises showcased the deep integration of culture and technology, with highlights including AI digital humans, MR experiences, AI short dramas, jade carving AI models, and original Chinese IPs, reflecting the district's advancements in digital cultural industry.Han Wanli, general manager of Shenzhen Chuangxin Weiyue Crafts, said that as a high-tech enterprises in Longgang, his company has engaged in the cultural creative industry for more than 20 years, boasting a 15,000-square-meter production base and 400 employees. In 2024, the company's IP-related revenue reached 160 million yuan ($23.5 million).At the exhibition area of Longgang district of Shenzhen at the 22nd China (Shenzhen) International Cultural Industries Fair, visitors admire the creative refrigerator magnets at the booth of Shenzhen Chuangxin Weiyue Crafts.The fair serves as a platform for global resource integration and collaboration. Han emphasized the role of creative design in bringing traditional culture into daily life, aiming to enhance cultural and industrial value through innovation.Longgang's IP section featured popular products like global IP figurines and trendy collectibles. The "Xingfu Craftsman" AI model for jade carving demonstrated AI's role in modernizing traditional crafts, showcasing Longgang's commitment to leading the AI-driven cultural industry in China.At the 22nd China (Shenzhen) International Cultural Industries Fair, visitors admire the cultural creative products at the exhibition area of Longgang district, Shenzhen.Utilizing the advantages of the Longgang Digital Creative Industry Corridor, a national cultural industry demonstration park, Longgang is continuously deepening the comprehensive and in-depth integration of AI technology with the cultural industry.The district is committed to building a leading AIGC (Artificial Intelligence Generated Content) industry hub in China, promoting the cultural industry's development towards digitalization, internationalization, and high quality.