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AHK Greater China Xceleration Days 2026: Accelerating Innovation Together, Shared Global Competitiveness

From November 25 to 27, 2026, AHK Greater China will host the fourth edition of the AHK Greater China Xceleration Days in Shanghai. Following successful editions in Shenzhen, Shanghai and Beijing, this year’s event will focus on “Accelerating Innovation Together – Shared Global Competitiveness.” The three-day programme will bring together key decision-makers from the Sino-German business community to discuss innovation, industry development, smart manufacturing, AI and robotics, future skills and cross-border supply chains. With high-level dialogues, a CEO Summit, industry forums, field trips and business matchmaking, the event offers companies valuable opportunities to exchange insights, expand their networks and explore new areas of cooperation.

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From November 25 to 27, 2026, AHK Greater China will host the fourth edition of the AHK Greater China Xceleration Days in Shanghai, following previous editions in Shenzhen, Shanghai and Beijing. The event provides a platform for German and Chinese companies, business leaders and other stakeholders to connect and discuss developments shaping the bilateral business environment.

AHK Greater China invites the Sino-German business community to Shanghai

The AHK Greater China Xceleration Days 2026 are annual gatherings of the Sino-German business community. Over the past three editions, the event has established a multi-level and wide-ranging platform for exchange, connecting companies, business leaders and other stakeholders from both countries.

 

With its focus on professional dialogue and practical outcomes, the Xceleration Days have attracted broad attention and recognition from the Sino-German business community and beyond. The 2026 edition will once again provide an opportunity to exchange insights, strengthen business relationships and explore new avenues for bilateral cooperation.

AHK Greater China Xceleration Days 2024 at a Glance:
  • 3 days of professional exchange
  • 15 industry events
  • More than 105 speakers
  • Over 1,100 participants from the Sino-German business community
  • A key platform for professional exchange, networking and business cooperation
Innovation and competitiveness at the center of the 2026 program

The theme of the 2026 event is “Accelerating Innovation Together – Shared Global Competitiveness.” It highlights the importance of innovation and cooperation for companies operating in an increasingly interconnected global economy.

 

Across the three day event, participants will have the opportunity to gain new perspectives, exchange experiences and connect with decision-makers from the Sino-German business community. The program combines high-level business dialogue, professional exchange, industry insights and networking opportunities.

  • Opening Ceremony and China-Germany Business Leaders Dialogue
  • CEO Summit
  • Germany–China Future Lab
  • Parallel Industry Forums on Smart Manufacturing and Future Industries, AI and Robotics, Future Skills, as well as Navigating the Future: Reshaping Cross-Border Supply Chains
  • Strategic Leadership Dialogue
  • Industry Field Trips
  • German-Chinese Business Matchmaking
Exchange, networking and new perspectives

The AHK Greater China Xceleration Days 2026 create space for dialogue between German and Chinese stakeholders and offer participants opportunities to:

  • expand their professional networks;
  • engage with relevant business contacts;
  • gain insights into areas of shared interest;
  • exchange perspectives with stakeholders from the Sino-German business community.

 

The program focuses on practical exchange and strengthening cooperation between German and Chinese business communities. An online B2B matchmaking platform will also support participants in establishing relevant business connections.

Event Venue

The AHK Greater China Xceleration Days 2026 will take place at Zhangjiang Science Hall in Shanghai. (Address: No. 1393 Haike Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai, China)

 

Zhangjiang Science Hall is a landmark venue in Shanghai’s Zhangjiang City Sub-Centre, with a gross floor area of approximately 115,000 square metres. It is located close to Zhangjiang Biotech and Pharmaceutical Industrial Base, Zhangjiang AI Island and Zhangjiang Science Gate.

 

Further information on the venue, program and individual event sessions is available on the official event website.

Registration for the AHK Greater China Xceleration Days 2026

Join AHK Greater China and the Sino-German business community in Shanghai from November 25 to 27, 2026. The registration deadline is November 6, 2026. Registration is subject to approval by the organizer.

 

For further information, please contact the AHK Greater China Xceleration Days Team at dong.wen@china.ahk.de.

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