Company Visit to CRRC Sifang and Carraro China, 18.09, Qingdao

The Italian Chamber of Commerce in China (CCIC) and its Mechanical Engineering Working Group (MEWG), in collaboration with the Qingdao Municipal Bureau of Commerce are pleased to invite you to the Company Visit to CRRC Sifang Qingdao and Carraro China, taking place on September 18th, 2026, in Qingdao, Shandong Province.

The visit will offer participants a unique opportunity to explore two leading industrial companies operating in China, gain first-hand insights into their manufacturing and engineering operations, and learn more about the development of advanced industrial technologies and international business in the Chinese market.

The morning session will begin with a visit to CRRC Sifang Qingdao, one of China's leading manufacturers and service providers of passenger railway vehicles.
Participants will have the opportunity to discover the company's advanced production facilities, including its production lines for aluminum alloy and stainless-steel car bodies, final assembly and commissioning of high-speed trains, metro vehicles and other railway products.
The company visit will provide insights into advanced manufacturing, technological innovation, R&D and the evolution of China's railway and mobility sector. 

The programme will then continue at Carraro China, where participants will discover the company's manufacturing operations and engineering capabilities in transmission systems for off-road vehicles, with a focus on production, innovation and localization.

Bringing together CRRC Sifang and Carraro China, the visit will offer a valuable opportunity to explore different facets of advanced manufacturing and technological development in China, from railway mobility and high-speed transportation to power transmission systems for off-road vehicles.
The initiative will also provide an opportunity for business networking and knowledge exchange encouraging dialogue on industrial cooperation, innovation and business opportunities in the Chinese market.


Tentative Agenda

9:30–10:00 Registration

10:00–12:00 Company Visit at CRRC Sifang Qingdao

12:00-12:20 Bus transfer to Carraro China

12:20–13:20 Lunch at Carraro China

13:30–15:00 Company visit at Carraro China

Please note that the agenda is tentative and may be subject to change. Further details and final programme will be communicated soon.

Ticket: 

• CICC Members 220 RMB;
• Non-Members 320 RMB

Refund policy: refunds are available only within 24 hours before the event.

For any inquiries, please send an email to bj.events@cameraitacina.com

Accomodation

Special accommodation rates are available for event participants. For information, please contact bj.events@cameraitacina.com  

About CRRC Sifang
CRRC Sifang is a designer, manufacturer, and service provider of passenger railway vehicles. It always endeavors to offer the best value in its products and service for safety, reliable, on-time, green, and efficient public transport. As the core subsidiary of CRRC Corporation, CRRC Sifang has a proven legacy of setting benchmarks/records throughout its history since its founding in 1900.In China, the first steam locomotive, the first diesel-hydraulic locomotive, the first AC transmission diesel locomotive, the first DMU, the first high-plateau passenger coach, the first high-speed train, the first Intercity EMU, and the first high-speed maglev were all CRRC Sifang’s titles. After years of constant research and development, CRRC Sifang has now established eight product platforms, covering high-speed trains, mass transit vehicles, passenger coaches, intercity trains, trams, DMU, monorail vehicles, and high-speed maglev. CRRC Sifang manifests a large team for technical innovation and product development covering the full range of professional categories with logical hierarchical structures. Its Qingdao facility possesses world-class production lines for aluminum alloy car bodies, stainless steel car bodies and bogies as well as final assembly and commissioning test lines for high-speed EMUs, metro cars, commuter EMUs, light rail cars, DMUs and high-grade passenger coaches.

About Carraro China
Carraro Group is a globally recognized leader in the design, manufacturing, and marketing of transmission systems for off-road vehicles, with a strong presence in agricultural machinery, construction equipment, and high-value markets such as heavy-duty trucks and four-wheel-drive vehicles. The company specializes in producing gears, axles, and transmissions, which form the core of its business worldwide. Carraro is also a trusted partner for major international companies, providing both specialized and utility tractor development and manufacturing services. With a commitment to innovation, reliability, and sustainability, Carraro focuses on anticipating market needs, developing effective products and services, and creating value through advanced engineering. The company operates across a broad international footprint, with manufacturing plants and research centers in Italy, India, China, Argentina, and Luxembourg. Carraro’s dedication to reducing environmental impact, improving product effectiveness, and supporting local communities underscores its holistic approach to sustainable growth.

About Mechanical Engineering Working Group (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 of the size and the importance of Italian technology in the sector to all counterparts in China and Italy, 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 Italian Chamber of Commerce in China