Tech dragons of Asia: From Shanghai to Taipei
Inspirational trip to Shanghai, Hangzhou and Taipei
Join our innovation mission to China and Taiwan from 7 to 12 March 2027. Discover first-hand how leading Asian companies and innovation ecosystems are using technology to boost their productivity and competitiveness.
Whilst many European manufacturing companies are looking for ways to accelerate their productivity growth, businesses in China and Taiwan are fully committed to smart automation, industrial AI and integrated value chains.
During this mission, we’ll go beyond theory. You’ll visit innovative production sites and technology hubs, engage with local technology and industry leaders, and discover the approach behind their speed and scale. This way, you’ll return with concrete insights that you can apply to your own organisation.
What to expect?
We visit industrial environments where new technology is already having a tangible impact today. In doing so, we focus on four key challenges facing the manufacturing industry:
- How do you run a factory efficiently and flexibly? Discover how future-proof processes support productivity.
- How do you deploy smart automation effectively? See how technology can adapt to changing circumstances.
- How do you scale up industrial AI? Learn how companies are making the transition from pilot projects to larger-scale applications.
- How do you bring design, production and ecosystems together? Discover the power of integrated engineering and collaboration.
We’ll also explore emerging developments such as physical AI and humanoid robots, and what they could mean for the industry of tomorrow.
For whom?
This innovation mission is aimed at:
- C-level executives and senior leaders involved in industrial, technological, digital or operational transformation;
- Professionals from manufacturing companies and providers of digital and technological solutions;
- Companies ranging from start-ups to large enterprises;
- Academic and institutional experts.
Why should you join?
During this mission, you will have the opportunity to:
- learn from leading industrial innovation ecosystems;
- discover how companies scale up innovation more quickly;
- engage in dialogue with local technology leaders, R&D centres and innovation ecosystems;
- exchange experiences and network with Belgian peers;
- explore new technological trends and potential business opportunities;
- take concrete insights back home to boost productivity and competitiveness.
Programme
| Day | Programme | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday 07/03/2027 | Arrival and start of the programme | Shanghai |
| Monday 08/03/2027 | Introduction to the local technology-ecosystem and real-life testimonials. Deep-dive in the most advanced Vandewiele factory. Networking event organised by the Belgian Consulate-General in Shanghai. | Shanghai |
| Tuesday 09/03/2027 | Visit to a humanoid robot training centre and a mega-factory. Transfer to Hangzhou and a visit to Alibaba. | Shanghai → Hangzhou |
| Wednesday 10/03/2027 | Sessions with some of the ‘Six Tech Dragons’, including Unitree and BrainCo. Evening flight to Taipei. | Hangzhou → Taipei |
| Thursday 11/03/2027 | Introduction to the local technology-ecosystem and real-life testimonials. Deep-dive at NEXCOM and Solomon. | Taipei |
| Friday 12/03/2027 | Information session on ASIC-development within the ecosystem of Faraday and UMC. Session at Foxconn headquarters. | Taipei |
| Saturday 13/03/2027 | Optional one-day extension. | Taipei |
The programme is subject to change.
Practicalities
- Date: 7 March - 13 March 2027
- Price: €5990 for members and €7490 for non-members (all-in, excluding flights)
- Questions: Do you have questions or need more information? Please contact the organisers (Sirris & Agoria):
- Paul Peeters
paul.peeters@sirris.be
+32 473 75 75 40 - Julie de Bergeyck
julie.debergeyck.ext@agoria.be
+32 2 706 78 55
+32 474 99 71 16
- Paul Peeters
