Europe’s Leading Equipment Makers Explore New Opportunities at CIIE

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On November 5, leading equipment manufacturers from Europe, including the Dutch semiconductor equipment company specializing in lithography machines and the large German industrial conglomerate, are gathering in Shanghai for the 8th China International Import Expo, which opened today. They are exploring new growth opportunities within the country.

“The CIIE offers an invaluable platform for communication and collaboration. We look forward to engaging more deeply with Chinese customers, partners, and industry players,” stated Shen Bo, the global executive vice president and China president of the Dutch company.

As a global leader in semiconductor lithography equipment, this firm plays a vital role in the worldwide chip industry. Despite recent challenges caused by U.S. restrictions on chip exports to China, the company, based in Veldhoven, continues to participate in the CIIE for the seventh consecutive year.

“Artificial intelligence is fueling global demand for chips across various process nodes, with mainstream chips being essential to this growth. Through our comprehensive lithography solutions, we are dedicated to helping Chinese clients capitalize on opportunities in the mainstream chip market,” Shen explained.

The expo serves as a dynamic hub that unites global innovation, said Xiao Song, president of Siemens China, participating for the fifth year in a row.

“China remains a key source of innovation for Siemens. Recent breakthroughs in new energy vehicles and AI have not only stunned the world but also strengthened our confidence in continued growth in China,” Xiao added.

Siemens has established a robust ecosystem in China, including 20 R&D centers, 24 manufacturing plants, and more than 20 digital innovation hubs, serving over 50,000 clients and nearly 10,000 suppliers.

Moving forward, the Munich-based company plans to expand further in China by increasing investments in local R&D and promoting “Made-in-China” innovations on a global scale, Xiao stated.

The German company, which focuses on industrial specialty materials, is participating in the expo for the eighth straight year. This year, they are showcasing quartz glass—an essential material for microchip manufacturing—for the first time in China, aiming to help the semiconductor industry transcend Moore’s Law limitations.

“At this year’s expo, we are demonstrating how our specialty materials serve as an ‘invisible force’ connecting smart applications through advanced technologies in semiconductors, photovoltaics, and automotive electronics,” said Salvatore Ruggiero, vice president and head of global marketing and communications.

The company is also expanding its manufacturing footprint in China. For instance, it established a new electronic packaging production line in Suzhou, near Shanghai, this year to produce airtight components used in automotive airbags.

German logistics and material-handling equipment producer Jungheinrich is also participating for the eighth year. This year, they are displaying innovations in smart warehousing, line-side logistics, and digital solutions—such as how four-way shuttles operate alongside autonomous mobile robots.

Through the expo, Jungheinrich continues to grow its presence in China, attracting a substantial number of high-quality clients and partnerships while accelerating strategy implementation across the Asia-Pacific region, the company said.

This year’s expo, which runs until November 10, is the largest ever, covering over 430,000 square meters. It has attracted more than 4,100 international companies, up from about 3,500 last year.