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The China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CICC) is delighted to invite you to the Factory Tour to GAC AION on Thursday, 3rd July 2025 in Guangzhou, in collaboration with the CICC Mechanical Engineering Working Group (MEWG).   This event promises to be an excellent platform for exchange and collaboration between Italian and Chinese automotive stakeholders. You will have the opportunity to go on an in-depth factory tour and listen to a keynote speech on GAC Group’s new energy vehicle international business. The speech will focus on the current operations in Europe and Italy, as well as the recent investment and cooperation plans, providing valuable insights into the company’s global strategy.   About GAC Group   Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Ltd. (abbreviated as GAC Group), headquartered in Guangzhou, has about 100,000 employees. Fortune Global 500 ranked No. 181. The main business covers seven major sectors: research and development, vehicle, parts, energy and ecology, internationalization, commerce and transportation, investment and finance. Sticking to independent innovation and joint venture cooperation, GAC Group is now transforming itself with all its strength to a technology-based enterprise. Adhering to the enterprise concept of ‘Humanity, credibility, creativity’, GAC is committed to building a world-class company which wins customers’ trust, ensures staff’s well-being, and meets social expectations. GAC Group boasts three core brands. GAC Motor, established in 2008, is positioned in the high-performance fuel and hybrid vehicle segment and is dedicated to creating mid-to-high-end vehicles with a commitment to quality leadership. AION, launched in 2017, is focused on the high-value pure electric vehicle space and is driving intelligent electric mobility through technological innovation. Hyper, introduced in 2022 as a premium pure-electric brand, exemplifies luxury and performance with its supercar - class products such as the Hyper SSR and is advancing the “international localization” strategy. Together, the three brands cover a diverse range of markets, bolstering GAC Group's global market expansion.   About GAC International   GAC INTERNATIONAL CO., LTD. (hereinafter referred to as GAC INTERNATIONAL) is a wholly-owned subsidiary established by Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as "GAC Group"). Strategically positioned in Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, a broad space for Chinese independent automobile brands to extend globally, GAC INTERNATIONAL was born in September 2019 to strategically coordinate and manage its overseas business. GAC Group is taking the initiative to embrace global developing trends and put focus on expanding in the international market. GAC INTERNATIONAL sells vehicles, auto parts and components developed by GAC Group to overseas markets, and provides relevant trade services for their international partners. Currently, GAC INTERNATIONAL has successfully infiltrated the markets of Middle East, Southeast Asia, Eastern Europe, Africa and America, total of 80 countries and regions worldwide, by establishing a strong global sales network and service system. While actively exploring sales channels, GAC INTERNATIONAL also focuses on the establishment of brand image. Since 2013, GAC INTERNATIONAL has participated in North American International Auto shows for a number of five times and continues to participate in international auto shows such as Paris Auto Show, Dubai Auto Show, progressively building its image as an international brand. In order to meet the needs of its rapid development, GAC INTERNATIONAL has set up its subsidiaries in Hong Kong, Middle East, Mexico, Brazil and Europe. Moving forward, GAC INTERNATIONAL will become the preacher, practitioner and leader in pursuance of excellence, reliability, quality and innovative technology, creating more value for their customers.   Agenda 13:30–14:30  Garden Hotel to GAC AION 14:30–15:30 Visit AION Factory (Participants are prohibited from taking photos during this part) 15:30–15:40 Opening Remarks 15:40–16:20 Keynote Speeches 16:20-16:50 Move from AION to GAC Technology Museum 16:50–17:30 Visit the GAC Technology Museum 17:30 Back to Garden Hotel   Event details Date: Thursday, July 3rd, 2025 Time: 13:30 – 17:30 Venue: GAC AION Factory Address: No.36 Longying Road, Panyu district, Guangzhou, Guangdong | 广东省广州市番禺区石楼镇龙瀛路36号 Event Language: English Event Fee:  Member Price: 180 RMB Non-member Price: 280 RMB   **Bus transportation is provided for this event, all the participants attending this event need to gather at the Garden Hotel and take the bus together. In case participants would like to arrange transportation individually, please kindly inform infoguangdong@cameraitacina.com about the car plate information.   Special reminder on Visiting Notice According to GAC Group regulations, please be aware of the following visit instructions to have a safe and pleasant visit experience: Wear formal or business casual attire. Avoid suspenders, short skirts, slippers, etc. that may pose safety risks. Violators will be denied entry. No photography or video recording allowed in workshops due to confidentiality. Follow visiting guidelines, staff directions, and stay on designated paths. Do not cross fences, step on car seats, or touch exhibits. Smoking is prohibited in the entire company for production safety. Vehicles speed limits: 30km/h on large roads, 15km/h on main roads, and 5 km/h in the parking lot. For visitor safety, children under 12 and seniors over 70 are not allowed

Dear Members and Friends, The China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CICC) is pleased to announce a new session of the Company Visit Series organized by CICC together with its Mechanical Engineering Working Group (MEWG) and Intellectual Property Working Group (IPWG). The focus of this series is to provide all participants with insights and valuable business lessons by sharing the expertise of successful companies based in China. Case studies of successful Italian companies are generally selected.  The host of this event will be Aquafil Synthetic Fibres and Polymers (Jiaxing) Co., Ltd., a manufacturing company specialized in the production of nylon 6 synthetic fibers since 2010. The visit will take place on August 30th, 2023 at Aquafil Synthetic Fibres and Polymers (Jiaxing) Co., Ltd.’s premises in Jiaxing (No. 338 Changsheng Road (North), Jiaxing city, Zhejiang province / 浙江省嘉兴市昌盛北路338号) starting at 9:30 AM. We will have the pleasure to be introduced to Aquafil by the Vice President, Jose Luis Martin, and Marketing Manager Ann Fu. Participation is open to both Members and Non-Members.   EVENT DETAILS Date: August 30th, 2023 Time: 09:30 am - 01:00 pm (Beijing Time) Venue: Aquafil Synthetic Fibres and Polymers (Jiaxing) Co., Ltd. - No. 338 Changsheng Road (North), Jiaxing city, Zhejiang province (浙江省嘉兴市昌盛北路338号) Language: English Event fee: Free of charge for CICC Members; 200 RMB for Non-Members     The Aquafil Group is a leading manufacturer of synthetic fibers committed to doing its part to propel the design industry into a circular economy. Since 1969, Aquafil has been one of the leading players, both in Italy and globally, in the production of Polyamide 6, with a primary focus on manufacturing fibers and polymers used in carpet flooring, but also with experience in engineering plastics and synthetic apparel fibers.  The Group is present in 9 countries with over 2.800 employees at 21 production sites located in Italy, Slovenia, Croatia, the United Kingdom, the United States, Thailand, China, Japan, and Chile. Our flagship product is ECONYL® nylon, which revolutionizes the world of synthetic fibers through a closed-loop model. Aquafil Synthetic Fibres and Polymers (Jiaxing) Co., Ltd, is mainly focused on the production of nylon 6 synthetic fibers since 2010. The company is wholly foreign owned by Aquafil, and has been certified with ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001, ISO50001, and other enterprise management system certifications.     KNOW MORE ABOUT MEWG The MEWG represents the interest of all Italian companies in China working directly or indirectly in the sector on a national base. MEWG Objectives ▪ Coordinate and promote all Italian members’ needs which are active in many different industries of the Chinese mechanical engineering sector (machinery, automotive, component manufacturers, mechanical engineering...); ▪ Promote and raise awareness on the size and the importance of the Italian technology in the sector to all institutions in China and Italy that are our natural counterparts, in order to develop business opportunities; ▪ Coordinate and promote activities and events that boost the visibility and the image of “Technology Made in Italy”; ▪ Become a reference for all mechanical engineering companies within the China-Italy Chamber of Commerce, lobbying private and public institutions active in the Chinese market. For more information about the MEWG, please contact us at infoshanghai@cameraitacina.com.