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China-Europe Offshore Wind Power Cooperation Forum | 中欧海上风电产业合作与技术创新论坛
On 16th November, the first China-Europe Offshore Wind Power Cooperation Forum, which was jointly organised by the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China (European Chamber), China Renewable Energy Engineering Institute, Huaneng Clean Energy Research Institute and Yancheng Municipal People’s Government, took place in Yancheng, Jiangsu, and online. More than 200 people joined the onsite event, including Chinese and European authorities, international organisations, local government officials and key industry players.
Read moreEuropean Chamber representatives meet with Director-General for DG GROW Kerstin Jorna
On 15th November, a delegation of senior European Chamber representatives let by Secretary General Adam Dunnett met with Director-General for DG GROW Kerstin Jorna.
Read moreComments on the Partial Revision of the General Design Specification for Seaports (Draft for Comments) to the Ministry of Transport
The main comments concerned the summer full load draft of MOSS type LNG ship, and its estimated weight in relation to the GTT membrane type used.
Comments to the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) on Negative List of Market Access (2021 Edition) (Draft for Comment)
The Investment Working Group delivered comments to the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) on Negative List of Market Access (2021 Edition) (Draft for Comment)
Read morePosition Paper Presentation to the Chinese Ambassador to the European Union (EU), H.E. Zhang Ming
On Friday, 8th October, a delegation of European Chamber working group chairs, led by Chamber President Jörg Wuttke, met online with Chinese Ambassador to the European Union (EU), HE Zhang Ming, and presented the European Business in China Position Paper 2021/2022 (Position Paper).
Read moreDialogue on the Roadmap to Maritime Carbon Neutrality
Decarbonization is always on the agenda, and we are seeking alignment of China’s vision. Governments around the world and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) have already joined the mission in reducing emissions from shipping. All carriers are now installing equipment to ensure sustainability and remain heavily engaged. Shipbuilders are looking at vessel conversion and replacement, as well as newbuilt orders. Shipping has a lower carbon emission than air cargo, so the concern is mainly on fuel transition.
Read moreChina-Europe H2 Workshop | 2021中欧氢能产业研讨会
On 29th June, the China-Europe H2 Workshop, jointly organised by the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China and China Hydrogen Alliance, was held successfully in Suzhou and online. The workshop was a vital part of NEA’s International Dialogue on Energy Transitions 2021, as well as an annual flagship event of the China-Europe Energy Innovation Cooperation—Hydrogen Work Stream, aiming to build an international platform for technological and industrial exchange, and promote cooperation on hydrogen industry. More than 500 people participated including Chinese and European authorities, international organisations, local government officials and key industry players.
Read moreWorking Group Meeting with the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR)
Quality and Safety Services Sub-working Group, Maritime Manufacturing and Industrial Services Working Group along with Fashion and Leather Desk held a joint working group meeting with the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) . Mr LUO Yuanzhuo from SAMR shared his views and interpretation with members on the recently published Measures on Inspection and Testing Agencies Supervision and Management.
Meeting with Department of Foreign Investment of Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM)
On 14th April, the European Chamber led a delegation of representatives from six working groups (WG) to meet with the Department of Foreign Investment of the Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM).
Read moreSubmitted comments to MIIT on the Guide to the Construction of Intelligent Ship Standard System (Draft for Second Round of Comments)
In general, the Guide has a good vision on the future vessels. It covers almost all relevant aspects around intelligent ship from concept to design, verification, and operation. The WG made some suggestions on additional relevant aspects to take into consideration, and to clarify some requirements.
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