QJEDA
Hangzhou Qianjiang Economic Development Area
Location
Hangzhou Qianjiang Economic Development Area (QJEDA) is located 20 km northeast of Hangzhou. It is situated in the south wing of the Yangtze River Delta, the west end of Hangzhou Bay, the lower reaches of Qiantang River, and the south end of Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal. Shanghai Pudong International Airport is only 2 hours drive away. As a part of the Yangtze River Delta Economic Zone it is situated in the center of China's most advanced region with excellent infrastructure and transport connection.
Highway: The development zone locates with the west to No. 09 Provincial Road, south to No. 320 National Road and north to Beijing-Hangzhou Big Channel.
Airport: It is about 100 minutes drive to Shanghai Pudong International Airport and about 40 minutes drive to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport.
Sea: It is a ninety-minute drive to Shanghai Harbor and to Ningbo Harbor, two of the largest harbors in China.
Rail: The Shanghai-Hangzhou Expressway and Hangzhou-Nanjing Expressway cross with each other.
A high-speed magnetic railway will be built between Shanghai and Hangzhou, by which a single trip will take only 37 minutes.
Business environment
Hangzhou Qianjiang Economic Development Area puts great emphasis on the development of the industries of new materials, new energy, electronic information, electrical and mechanical integration. A series of projects covering photovoltaic solar energy, semiconductor lighting, energy conservation and environmental protection, and service outsourcing has been successfully introduced.
- Hangzhou was awarded "UN Human Settlement Prize" and "International Garden City" respectively in the year 2001 and 2002. In 2003, it was chosen by the World Bank to be the City with the best Investment Environment in China together with Shanghai.
- In 2002 and 2003, it was among the best "Highly Recommended Investment City", rated by Taiwan Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers' Association.
- In Report on Urban Development in China (2002-2003) and Report on Urban Competitiveness in China (2003) published in 2004, the comprehensive development capability of Hangzhou was ranked the 6th among the large and medium-sized cities nationwide and the comprehensive competitiveness was also the 6th in all the 200 cities.
- In both 2004 and 2005, it was appointed by the American magazine Forbes as the best among "the list of the best commercial cities in mainland China".
- In 2006, it was designated by the National Tourism Administration and the World Tourist Organization of the United Nations (UNWTO) as "the Best Tourism City of China".
- In Ocotber 2007, Hangzhou received Gold Star Award for International Tourism.
- In December 2007, Hangzhou was ranked No. 1 in the Top Ten Leisure Cities in China.
- In January 2008, Hangzhou was awarded "the Most Vigorous City for Private Economy in China".
- In May 2008, Hangzhou was approved as "China's Service Outsourcing Base City".
- In September 2008, Hangzhou was officially recognized as "China's E-Commerce Capital".
Human Resources
There are abundant human resources in Hangzhou. Over 80% of colleges and universities and scientific research institutes in Zhejiang Province (including the largest comprehensive university in China – Zhejiang University), gather in Hangzhou. Zhejiang University, a top ranked university, houses several labs and research centers focusing on renewable energy and related engineering. There are 40 general universities and over 300,000 students studying in Hangzhou. Meanwhile, the Development Zone is adjacent to Xiasha Higher Education Park – the largest higher education park in Hangzhou, which enables the Development Zone to boast various specialized talents and rich labor force resources. They are strong technical backup for investment and business establishment.
Industry
After 25 years of strong economic growth the Chinese government has now taken several measurements to promote and support investments in renewable energies and clean tech industries. It is expected that China’s next economic growth will go along with a clean tech industry boom.
Hangzhou has already established several measurements to successfully attract investment in renewable energy and evironmental industries. Some of the measurements are specialised fairs and exhibitions, university research departments and specialised education parks. At the end of 2008 the renewable energy and clean tech industry already contributed about 10% to Hangzhou’s industry.
Hangzhou and consequently QJEDA enjoy superb location and infrastructure. Hangzhou is part of the Yangtze Delta Economic region one of China’s economically most dynamic regions. Due to QJEDA’s location northwest of Hangzhou, the distance to China’s financial Centre Shanghai is less than two hours, and soon – with the high-speed magnetic railway working - less than 40 minutes.
Highways and railways lead to all important regions in the north, south and west of China. Two international airports and two of China’s largest seaports lead to all important destinations in Southeast Asia and the world. The Yangtze Delta is one of the most densely populated regions on earth. Hangzhou is the educational center of Zhejiang Province with a student population of more than 300.000.
The combination of all these site-related factors has already convinced several companies to invest in QJEDA, Hangzhou. The renewable energy and clean tech have become major clusters in Hangzhou now.
QJEDA Energy and Environment Industry Park
QJEDA Energy and Environment Industry Park is a Recycling Economy Demonstration Park. It puts the main focus on circular economy; energy-saving and environmental protection technologies are highlighted. Its exhibition hall of green construction technology is considered a showcase for energy conservation and renewable energy. Next to this Exhibition Hall, QJEDA offers ready to use offices, production halls and production capacities for rent or for sale. For individual construction plans, adjoining premises are available in any required size.
Energy and Environment Industry Park Specifications (Warehouses/Offices)
| Warehouses area | Single floor | 900 - 1,300 m2 |
| Single building | 3,500-5,500 m2 (normally with 3 floors, 2-floor and 4-floor buildings are also available) | |
| Warehouses floor height | Ground floor | 8.2 m (can be divided into 2 floors at the height of 4 m) |
| First floor and above | 4.2 m | |
| Area of reserved office | First floor and above | ca. 200 m2 |
| Rent | € 1.15 per square meter/month | |
| Sale price | € 240 per square meter | |
| Property maintenance charge | € 0.11 per square meter/month | |
| Payment terms | Seasonally, in advance | |
| Parking | Common, open and covered parking facilities are provided |
Incentives
Incentive Policy
Almost free for administration fee;
Assist specified hi-tech enterprises, projects and products to apply the supporting funds from government;
Many preferential policies for enterprises;
Financial subsidies and rent supplement according to the investment capital and annual revenue.
