This is Taicang, the nearest city to Shanghai located along the Yangtze River and a shining example of Sino-German cooperation.
Taicang, Jiangsu, China
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⚓️Milestone alert!
In the first 9 months of this year, Taicang Port exported over 1 million vehicles, reaching 1.08 million units — up over 80% YoY! In September alone, exports hit a record single-month high of nearly 160,000 units.
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Taicang is making a big splash at the ongoing 9th @ciieonline!
Local innovator Lianchang Fiber supplied 440,000 square meters of flame-retardant carpet for the main venue, while over 10 global companies operating in Taicang showcased innovations:
@Heraeus: Breakthrough semiconductor test probe materials
Skechers: China debut of its AERO ELITE flagship running shoes
@ThisIsReckitt: Latest health & hygiene solutions
Taicang continues to leverage major platforms like CIIE to deepen global partnerships and fuel innovation!
Global commercial vehicle giant @TRATON_GROUP signed to locate its first-ever logistics trade center in the Taicang Port Economic and Technological Development Zone on Nov 4. Leveraging Taicang's robust auto ecosystem and port infrastructure 🚢, TRATON will integrate its global network by centralizing parts procurement from Chinese suppliers to supply its global production bases.
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Right in Bürkert Fluid Control Systems (Jiangsu) Co., Ltd. in #Taicang, there's a Suzhou-style garden tucked into the plant, where German industry and Eastern garden aesthetics meet in the most unexpected way.
"Suzhou gardens are the crown of Chinese gardens, and Bürkert is a 'hidden champion' in the niche field of industrial fluid control. These two champions meeting in Taicang is a symbol of where Chinese and German cultures intersect." says Harald Josef Schmidt, Global Production Director of Bürkert' Taicang project. #ChinaOpportunity #InvestinChina #ChinaGermany
Ready, set, bowl! 🏏
The 2026 Belt and Road U19 Girls' T20I officially kicked off on Nov 3 in Shaxi town, Taicang! Running through Nov 8, teams will compete in 12 matches, with each team facing the others twice. The tournament also gives young athletes a chance to connect across borders while introducing more local audiences to cricket!
A group of international students from Soochow University recently joined the Suzhou International Day: Harvest Season in Taicang for a hands-on autumn farming experience! From harvesting rice and digging up taro to cooking on traditional brick stoves, they immersed themselves in the authentic charm of Jiangnan's countryside. 👨🌾
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2026 marks 10 years of German Centre Taicang 🇩🇪🇨🇳
For GM Marieke Bossek, hosting economic delegations, welcoming business visitors, and fielding company inquiries is just another day at the office. What's the magic combo to pull German firms in? In fluent Chinese, she tells us --
High efficiency ⚡, direct communication 🗣️, and a real Sino-German environment 🤝
#ChinaOpportunity #Taicang #InvestinChina
Music, autumn breeze, and rice paddies — how romantic can Taicang get? 🎶
A countryside-themed concert took center stage in Qingfeng village on Oct 31 and Nov 1, creating two unforgettable days. From children's voices and energetic live bands to bustling rustic markets, hands-on field workshops for kids, and even a romantic traditional wedding moment — the golden fields were filled with music and joy.
Autumn is painting Taicang in vibrant shades of copper, gold, and caramel!🍂
From the fairytale lake views at Dulou Xiaohai to the bold, riverside rows at Yangtze River Forest Adventure Park and the cozy city vibes of Binhe Park, our dawn redwood forests will soon be in full late-autumn glory.
Taicang achieved 91.8 billion yuan ($13.78 billion) in foreign trade from Q1 to Q3, up 1.4% YoY, with exports reaching 61.09 billion yuan, up 9.2%. Trade with ASEAN surged 5.4% to 20.69 billion yuan, while that with Belt and Road countries held strong at 44.49 billion yuan.
In the first three quarters of the year, German-funded enterprises in Taicang's Sino-German Enterprise Cooperation Base generated 17.61 billion yuan ($2.64 billion) in total imports and exports, up 3.2% YoY, with September hitting a new annual monthly high of 2.18 billion yuan.📊
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60+ players from 26 countries hit the pickleball court in Taicang, Jiangsu, on Oct 17! 🏓 The "Focus on Beautiful Jiangsu" friendship tournament drew 13 teams. Wuxi, Suzhou & Xuzhou took top 3. "More than sport—it's cultural exchange," says Indonesia's Angie Bong. #Pickleball
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🤖 Humanoids making humanoids: Today Schaeffler opened a state-of-the-art lighthouse factory for humanoid robotics in Taicang, China.
Curious? Read the full press release here: spkl.io/Schaeffler/60187XiIo
#Wepioneermotion #TheMotionTechnologyCompany #HumanoidRobotics
Leading the future of smart manufacturing right here in Taicang! 🤖⚡️ Proud to see Schaeffler setting a global benchmark with humanoids building humanoids.
With the Lighthouse Factory in Taicang, Schaeffler has created something unique in its global network: a closed-loop manufacturing process in which humanoid robots assemble components for other humanoid robots.
Find out more here. spkl.io/Schaeffler/60137X0zB
#tomorrowSchaeffler
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🚗🌏Your China-made car may have taken its first journey abroad from Taicang Port in Suzhou!
From January to September 2026, Taicang Port exported 1.08 million vehicles, surpassing the one-million mark for the first time in a single year! That's an 80% year-on-year increase.
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🥨 He brought a taste of Germany to China and found a home in Taicang. Meet German baker Erwin Gerber! #WorkInChina
"I don't feel like it's a second home, it's my real home." German baker Erwin Gerber has been baking bread in Taicang for over a decade. With every pretzel, he brings a taste of home and finds a true sense of belonging. Taicang's warmth and openness make it a real home for international residents! ❤️
Music amid golden fields! 🎤
A countryside-themed concert is coming to Qingfeng village in Taicang on Oct 31 & Nov 1! Enjoy live music right in the middle of golden rice paddies, along with vibrant markets, cozy village coffee shops, and fun family workshops. Free entry for all — come stroll the field paths and soak in the romance of autumn!
Dominik Schreiner, a product manager from STIHL's German headquarters, is thriving in Taicang as he works with local teams to expand new lithium-battery power tools into emerging markets. 🪚 Combining German precision with China's manufacturing power creates an unmatched synergy. With 31 years of growth in Taicang, STIHL's continued investment proves its strong faith in China's market.
Today marks 𝑭𝒓𝒐𝒔𝒕'𝒔 𝑫𝒆𝒔𝒄𝒆𝒏𝒕, the final solar term of autumn! As the weather turns crisp and cool, it's time to warm up from the inside out.
In Taicang, few things beat a steaming bowl of Shuangfeng Mutton Noodles! 🍜 The tender, flavorful lamb paired with springy noodles is pure autumn comfort in every bite. Come and have a taste!
"I don't feel like it's a second home, it's my real home." German baker Erwin Gerber has been baking bread in Taicang for over a decade. With every pretzel, he brings a taste of home and finds a true sense of belonging. Taicang's warmth and openness make it a real home for international residents! ❤️
Strengthening global ties!
Lieke van Dorst, Manager of Internationalisation for the Province of North Brabant in the Netherlands, visited Taicang from Oct 17-18. Her two-day itinerary spanned aerospace tech, local history, and scenic heritage sites — from the Aerospace Industry Exhibition Center to Shaxi Ancient Town. Looking forward to deeper cooperation in tech innovation, cultural preservation, and urban development!
