Singapore-Ningbo Business & Cultural Trip (13 to 18 October, 2025)

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VitalEdge Journeys: Ningbo, Zhejiang (6D5N)
Where Innovation Meets Intention

Ningbo is a powerhouse of advanced manufacturing, smart logistics, and emerging technologies. Home to one of the world’s busiest ports, it leads in auto parts, EVs, robotics, and precision machinery. The city is also advancing in green tech, high-performance materials, and AI-driven supply chains. With growing investment in healthcare, eldercare, and wellness communities, Ningbo blends industrial strength with human-centered innovation—making it a dynamic hub for business leaders in technology, sustainability, logistics, and the future of wellbeing.

Trip Highlights:

 Top Cultural & Historical Experiences

• Ningbo Bang Museum – Discover the legacy of Ningbo’s influential business community who have successfully left their footprints all around the world. 

• Tianyi Pavilion Museum –  The oldest and most famous private library in China. showcasing ancient Chinese texts.

• Nantang Old Street – Stroll through this charming historic district with traditional architecture.

• Night Cruise on Sanjiang River – Stunning views of Ningbo’s illuminated skyline.

Business & Innovation Highlights

• Zhenhai New Materials Town & National Graphene Innovation Center – Explore cutting-edge tech in advanced materials.

• Ningbo E-Commerce Innovation Park – See China’s booming digital economy in action.

• Geely Zeekr Factory (Hangzhou Bay) – Tour one of China’s top electric vehicle production hubs.

• Beilun International Port – Witness one of the world’s busiest cargo ports.
  

• Ningbo Zhejiang University Alumni Science and Technology Park - Innovation hub for emerging industries across key sectors, from smart manufacturing and health tech to robotics and green mobility.

• Ningbo Southern Business District - Adjacent to scenic Yinzhou Park, this is one of Zhejiang's most vibrant economic clusters—home to global finance, advanced manufacturing, trade, and logistics ecosystems. 

Key Networking Opportunities

• 4 Dedicated Investment Promotion Meetings – Engage with officials from Zhenhai, Haishu, Beilun, and Yinzhou districts.

• One-on-One Business Matching – Connect with local enterprises for potential collaborations.

• Government-Hosted Welcome Dinners – Build relationships in a formal yet welcoming setting.

Local Flavours & Hospitality

• Ningbo Welcome Dinner – Connect with like-minded business leaders, innovators, and government partners at the Ningbo Administrative Conference Center.

• Beilun & Cixi Dinners – While you savour local delicacies and time-honored recipes, you’ll also have the opportunity to connect with regional leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators in key sectors such as logistics, manufacturing, wellness, and smart technology. These dinners offer an intimate setting to deepen relationships, exchange ideas, and discover the spirit of hospitality that drives local business culture.

• Traditional "Lao Zihao" Visit –Step into the rich legacy of Chinese wellness with a visit to Shou Quan Zhai (SQZ).  Founded in 1760, SQZ is one of the oldest food companies in China. Renowned for its expertise in traditional Chinese herbal medicine and tonic drinks, this heritage company blends centuries-old practices with modern innovation. Discover how wellness is deeply rooted in culture as you explore its product craftsmanship, brand evolution, and ongoing relevance in today’s health-conscious market.

💡 Unique Extras

• Cixi Huayang Dental Hospital Visit – Experience China’s advanced dental care services.

• Optional – Visit the E-commerce Live Broadcast Centers 
  

  Live commerce in Ningbo spans across industries—from consumer goods and fashion to health products and smart home technologies. With strong support from local government and a thriving ecosystem of MCNs (multi-channel networks), content creators, and export-ready brands, the city is redefining how products are launched, marketed, and sold in the digital era.

  During our VitalEdge Journeys trip, participants will gain insider access to observe livestream studios in action and explore how real-time engagement, data-driven marketing, and storytelling are shaping the future of retail.

   

Ningbo has recently been making significant strides in IoT-driven eldercare, capitalizing on its strong foundations in electronics, advanced manufacturing, and smart city initiatives. The city is emerging as a leader in developing wearables, telemedicine, smart homes, and robotics tailored specifically for senior care, blending technology and wellbeing to enhance quality of life for older adults.

Ningbo plays a pivotal role within Zhejiang’s comprehensive silver economy strategy, driving innovation and practical solutions to address the needs of China’s aging population. Earlier this year (2025), Zhejiang announced plans to enhance senior welfare, aiming to address the rising needs of its aging population.

Together, Ningbo and Zhejiang form a powerful ecosystem fostering eldercare innovation, wellness services, and age-friendly technologies, positioning the region as a national leader in the rapidly growing silver economy.

What to Expect:

• Strategic Business Networking
  Connect with influential government leaders, healthcare pioneers, wellness innovators, and next-gen logistics and EV technology companies.

• Expert Insights & Site Visits
  Gain firsthand understanding of Zhejiang’s economic strategies and tech-driven growth through visits to innovation parks, wellness institutes, and high-performing enterprises.

• Cultural Encounters & Meaningful Moments
  Explore the rich heritage of Ningbo — from centuries-old temples and serene tea houses to modern waterfronts and design-forward urban spaces. Discover how history and progress coexist in elegant harmony.

• Wellbeing & Inspiration
  Reflect and recharge as you engage in conversations that go beyond business — focused on purposeful leadership, mindful innovation, and human-centered progress.

Who Should Join?

• Founders and executives in eldercare, wellness tourism, or health tech

• Innovators in EV, robotics, and smart logistics

• Investors and policymakers exploring cross-border collaboration

• Changemakers and anyone passionate about purpose-driven growth
  
  Excluding airfare, the trip will cost SGD $1,800 per person. There will be a discount of 20% for Ningbo Guild members.

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