Transform your China Strategy this Spring
Wuxi & Nanjing,
March 23–27, 2026
Access the latest in AI, Robotics and Advanced Manufacturing the world has not seen yet. 5 days, 2 cities, curated for you across intelligent supply chains, rising unicorns, government decision-makers, and research labs.
What’s the Spring Sakura Trip?
The Spring Sakura Trip is a 5-day immersion into China’s AI, robotics and advanced
manufacturing heartland in the Jiangsu region. Built for startup founders, investors,
and executives ready to move beyond surface-level market tours, this trip puts you in
the room with the decision-makers who matter.
In this trip you will:
Tour Production Facilities
Tour production facilities backed by $100M+ in funding ready to scale outwards
Engage with Founders
Engage with founders blitzing from Series A to global expansion
Meet State Officials
Sit down with state officials and enterprise leaders looking for commercial partners
Access R&D Labs
Meet with R&D labs pioneering embodied AI and intelligent hardware
This is real access to how China builds—and how you can build with them.
Value Proposition
Supply Chain Access
Tap into China’s latest advancements in AI models, intelligent robotics, and advanced manufacturing. Discover partnership and joint venture opportunities with the real players looking outwards.
Market Exploration
Go beyond the hype. Explore Wuxi and Nanjing’s tech
ecosystems firsthand—from rising unicorns to university
research labs and policy makers shaping the industry.
Commercial Opportunities
Tap into China’s latest advancements in AI models, intelligent robotics, and advanced manufacturing. Discover partnership and joint venture opportunities with real players looking outwards.
Who is it for?
Founders in AI, Robotics or Advanced Manufacturing
Looking to understand where deep tech is scaling fastest—and build long-term connections with supply chain partners, investors and commercial leads often closed to outsiders
Investors & VCs
Seeking firsthand exposure to China's AI, robotics and advanced manufacturing pipeline—from early-stage deals to expansion-ready companies looking for global capital and distribution partners
Corporate Executives & Business Leaders
Exploring supply chain diversification, R&D partnerships, or market entry strategies—wanting to meet the right people on the ground who can open doors to opportunities and capital
Exploring Wuxi & Nanjing
Wuxi: China’s IoT Capital
As China’s only national-level IoT zone, Wuxi is a $56 billion powerhouse home to 3,000+ enterprises. It serves as the global “ground zero” for robotics and smart manufacturing, leading the charge in V2X technology and industrial innovation.
Nanjing: Robotics R&D and Talent Hub
A top-tier robotics cluster, Nanjing bridges elite academic research with a powerhouse sector of nearly 100 firms, including industry leader Estun. Backed by deep government support, the city is a premier hub for commercializing AI and embodied intelligence.
Who You’ll Meet:
*subject to changes
Quicktron Intelligent Technology
Warehouse Robotics & Logistics Automation
Fueled by a $100M+ Series D, an industry leader who has deployed 30,000+ robots across 15 countries for giants like DHL and Mitsubishi. Famously pioneered China’s largest automated warehouse for Cainiao, setting the global standard for high-scale logistics.
Juxie Intelligent Drive Technology
Robotic Core Components
A key intelligent manufacturing enterprise in Jiangsu, operating an 8,000 sqm R&D and mass-production base. Specialize in full-stack humanoid components, delivering critical hardware from harmonic reducers to advanced force sensors.
CasiaHand Robotics
Dexterous Hands & Embodied AI
Born from 10+ years of Chinese Academy of Sciences research, backed by powerhouses like JD and CP Group. Producing industrial-grade dexterous hands featuring elite 720°/sec joint velocities and a million-cycle lifespan.
Nanjing University AI Lab
AI Research & Talent Pipeline
Led by world-renowned Fellow Prof. Zhou Zhihua, bridging top-tier academia with giants like Huawei, Intel, and ByteDance. Newly launched Embodied AI Collaborative Innovation Lab serves as a premier engine for driving research into application.
*SGD 2,999 fees + SGD 30,000 subsidies
*Full subsidy coverage + additional landing support available subject to evaluation
Included:
- 4 nights accommodation
- All in-country transportation
- Meals throughout the trip
- Curated company visits and facility tours
- Pre-trip commercial matching
- Government and SOE engagement sessions
- Networking dinners with founders and investors
NOT Included:
- International airfare
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
Ready to Go?
Spots are limited and close once filled. Apply now to secure your place on the Spring Sakura Trip.
