Location Analysis

Finding the Optimal Location in China — Data-Driven and Verified

With access to 2,700+ economic zones, we identify the location that precisely matches your industry, budget, and supply chain.

China's Economic Zone Landscape

233
National ETDZs
178
High-Tech Zones
21
Free Trade Zones
2,100+
Provincial Zones
ETDZ

Economic & Technological Development Zones

National economic and technological development zones. Best infrastructure, highest incentives, directly approved by the State Council.

HIDZ

High-Tech Industrial Development Zones

Focus on R&D and innovation. Ideal environment for technology companies with special tax conditions for "High-Tech" status.

FTZ

Free Trade Zones

Liberalised trade and investment rules. Simplified customs processing, Negative List privileges, foreign exchange liberalisation.

Four Key Regions for German Investors

RegionKey IndustriesAdvantagesTypical Incentives
Yangtze Delta
Shanghai · Suzhou · Hangzhou
Automotive, Pharma, Machinery, ITBest infrastructure, largest talent pool, international environment15% CIT, 5yr tax exemption, rent subsidy
Pearl River Delta
Shenzhen · Guangzhou · Dongguan
Electronics, EV, Consumer Goods, LogisticsPort proximity, supply chain density, HK connectivity15% CIT, SEZ special conditions, export promotion
Jing-Jin-Ji
Beijing · Tianjin · Hebei
Aerospace, AI, Fintech, State-Adjacent IndustriesGovernment proximity, research institutes, capital effectIndividually negotiable, R&D grants
Chengdu-Chongqing
Sichuan · Chongqing
IT Services, Machinery, Agriculture, MedicalLower costs, Western China promotion, growing market15% CIT, wage subsidy, discounted land

Location Analysis in Four Steps

Requirements Profile

Industry, production scope, logistics requirements, budget, target market, staffing plan.

Shortlist

Database screening, 5–8 locations pre-selected, detailed comparison report with incentive analysis.

Site Visit

Organised on-site inspections with local authority representatives, infrastructure review, start of negotiations.

Negotiation & Conclusion

Incentive negotiation, lease/land acquisition, building permits, handover to operations team.

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