Innovation in science and technology

To improve the innovative and entrepreneurial environment, the zone has introduced a series of innovative and entrepreneurial carriers, including the Pioneer Building in the scientific and technological CBD, the Sino-Russia Science and Technology Park, Yantai Pioneering Park for College Students and Yantai Innovative Port for International Business. The No 513 Institute of China Aerospace Science and Technology Corp, Yantai CIMC Marine Engineering Research Institutes, Institute of Computing Technology of Chinese Academy of Sciences (Yantai) and Advanced Manufacture Technology Center of China Academy of Machinery Science & Technology, Shanghai Institute of Materia Medica (SIMM) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, the R&D Center of Hamilton Medical (China) and a range of other high-end R&D institutes have got together to settle in the development zone. Plenty of cooperation programs among industries, academies and research institutes have been propelled, including Yantai BUAA Science and Technology Park, Yantai Industrial Park of Xidian University Industrial Group and Yantai Tongji University Institute of Translational Medicine. With an established innovation service system and a highly dynamic innovation and entrepreneurial platform,, Yantai High-Tech Industrial Development Zone quickly rises as a scientific and technological engine and a frontrunner in innovation.

Development advantages

The Yantai High-Tech Industrial Development Zone adjoins the municipal administration center. The development zone, 15km from the railway station and the port and 6km from Yantai Airport, has direct trade interaction with other cities. Well-developed aviation, seaways and highways have connected Yantai with other major cities in China and over 100 foreign countries. Built along the coastline, the development zone is an integral part of the charming shore in Yantai. It has received China’s ISO14001 International Environmental Management System Certification, thanks to its planned green area accounting for more than 35 percent of the total area, an annual average temperature of 12 C and year-round quality air.

Complete infrastructure and improved urban functions

The development zone enjoys favorable conditions including perfect road network layout, an independent water supply system, sufficient electric power supply and an enhanced sewage treatment facility. Thanks to the desirable living conditions, it proves an ideal homeland for the talents. There are international cultural and sports leisure centers; exhibition centers for international conferences; all sorts of comprehensive service functions ranging from finance, business and trade, conventions and exhibitions to starred hotels; and an advanced post and telecommunication network. The zone offers superior development and living conditions for entrepreneurs.

Solid industrial foundation and distinct industrial features

A series of new and high-tech enterprises with proprietary intellectual property rights and brilliant development prospects have taken roots in the development zone. Competitive industries like bio-pharmaceuticals, marine science and technology, aviation and aerospace science and technology, electronic information and advanced equipment manufacturing have formed clusters. A large number of major projects and excellent programs are developing faster than ever. They include Shandong International Biotechnology Park with a total investment of 6 billion yuan ($966.15 million), Green Leaves International Medical Science and Technology Industrial Park with a gross investment of 1 billion yuan, the Yantai CIMC Marine Engineering Research Institutes with 1 billion yuan, Dongfang Intelligence Science and Technology Park with 1 billion yuan, Comprehensive R&D and Production Base for Titanium Alloy Fastener with 800 million yuan, and Tuopubang Biotechnology Park with 600 million yuan. Yantai High-Tech Industrial Development Zone has become an industrial leader and demonstration zone for the development of new and high-tech industries.