Sept 21 - 28, 2025
€854 net /pax
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S-Tron (23.&24.09.)
German nationals enjoy currently Visa-free entrance to China
July 6th, 2025
As geopolitical shifts reshape global business opportunities, China's post-COVID reopening and increasing openness to international collaboration presents a unique moment for European startups. With U.S. market entry becoming more complex, China offers an increasingly attractive alternative for international expansion. The AsiaBerlin Shanghai Delegation provides your startup with direct access to this opportunity through S-Tron, China's largest independently operated innovation summit, followed by curated visits to manufacturing powerhouses in nearby provinces. Beyond Shanghai's vibrant startup ecosystem, these industrial hubs - already home to 600+ successful German companies - offer unprecedented access to manufacturing excellence, distribution networks, and local government support. Through guaranteed pitch slots at S-Tron, pre-arranged meetings with Chinese VCs and corporate innovation teams, and exclusive site visits to innovation centers like SAP's Innovation Hub and TusStar, your startup gains immediate traction in the world's largest consumer market. As China embraces international collaboration with renewed vigor and European companies seek alternatives to traditional expansion routes, this delegation offers a timely, structured pathway into an ecosystem eager to welcome innovative European technologies and solutions.
Launch your China journey at S-Tron Shanghai - China's largest independently operated innovation summit. Over two high-impact days, international startups will gain direct access to China's leading VCs, corporate innovation teams, and potential manufacturing partners. Unlike government-backed conferences, S-Tron offers a community-launched, authentic, market-driven environment where international founders can showcase their solutions, explore market entry strategies, and connect with decision-makers from China's vibrant technology and industrial landscape.
As part of the AsiaBerlin delegation, you'll receive:
Whether you're seeking Chinese investment, exploring manufacturing partnerships, or planning market entry, this curated conference experience ensures maximum visibility and connection opportunities for your startup in the Chinese market.
Take your startup to the next level with personalized introductions to Shanghai's most relevant decision-makers. Through AsiaBerlin Ambassador Catherine Duan's extensive network and deep understanding of the Chinese market, we'll set up targeted one-on-one meetings that match your specific goals - whether you're seeking investment, exploring manufacturing partnerships, or planning market entry.
Post-conference, you'll meet with:
Catherine's hands-on support ensures you're not just meeting contacts, but connecting with the right stakeholders who can actually move your business forward in China. Each meeting is carefully curated based on your startup's sector, stage, and specific China objectives.
Get exclusive access to China's most influential innovation hubs and industrial leaders. Our carefully curated site visits put your startup in front of the right decision-makers at:
Global Tech Leaders
Strategic Innovation Hubs
Each visit is designed to give your startup concrete next steps for entering or expanding in the Chinese market.
Venture into China's most dynamic manufacturing and innovation centers where real business opportunities often exceed those in first-tier cities. Our delegation extends beyond Shanghai to explore carefully selected industrial hubs in the Zhejiang and Jiangsu provinces, where over 600 German companies have already established successful operations.
Each city visit includes:
Position your startup at the forefront of Europe-China technology collaboration. This delegation opens doors that typically take years to access:
Immediate Market Impact
Berlin's Competitive Edge
By joining this delegation, you're not just exploring opportunities - you're becoming part of a select group of Berlin startups actively shaping the future of Europe-China technology collaboration.
21.09.: Arrival
22.09.: Shanghai Ecosystem Tour
23. - 24.09.: S-Tron Conference
25.09.: Taicang - German Industry City
26.09.: Suzhou
27.09.: Shanghai Ecosystem Tour
28.09.: The Cool China Day (optional)
29.09.: Departure Day
*NOTE: Tentative Calendar, Programme is subject to modifications
What's included:
What's NOT included?
Here's the Deal: We need at least 8 amazing startups on board to give this trip the green light. To make that happen and secure the best spots for you, we ask for a payment commitment at deadline date (July 06th).
The Important Bit: If we don't reach a minimum of 8 founders by July 22nd, 2025, everyone gets their money back – 100%, no fuss. This setup allows us to pre-book killer venues and line up those high-value meetings, ensuring the delegation is not just viable, but seriously impactful.
Flights and after hour beverages are not included.
19% VAT will be added onto the above price.