借力人才“蓄水池” 浙江台州眼镜产业“看”未来

Core Viewpoint - The Taizhou eyewear industry has evolved over more than half a century, forming a complete industrial chain and a billion-level industrial cluster, significantly contributing to the transformation and upgrading of China's eyewear industry and high-quality economic development [1][3]. Industry Overview - The Taizhou eyewear industry is recognized as a national production and export base, with over 700 eyewear manufacturing enterprises in the Duzhuo Town, generating a total output value exceeding 7 billion yuan, and exporting products to over 50 countries and regions [3]. - The annual production of sunglasses in Taizhou reaches 800 million pairs, accounting for 30% of the national output [3]. Challenges and Transformation - The industry has faced challenges such as low-end product positioning, complex distribution channels, and intense competition, with over 60% of products selling at around 5 yuan five years ago, yielding only a 4% profit margin [3][4]. - There is a pressing need for the Taizhou eyewear industry to shed its low-end label and reshape its market perception to meet high-quality development requirements [4]. Strategic Initiatives - Local initiatives include the establishment of administrative compliance guidelines for the eyewear industry, the launch of quality grading standards for sunglasses, and the creation of various industrial platforms such as the China Duzhuo Eyewear City and the "Mirror Future" service platform [4]. - The Duzhuo Town has also set up a "Highland Protective Glasses" testing base in Lhasa, Tibet, to expand application scenarios and has engaged in deep collaborations with over 20 universities to tackle technical challenges [4]. Future Development - The industry is focusing on integrating AI technology with traditional eyewear manufacturing, exploring new development avenues such as "Eyewear + Technology Innovation," "Eyewear + Cultural Tourism," and "Eyewear + Sports Events" [5]. - The establishment of a talent-sharing mechanism and innovation alliances aims to enhance resource sharing, problem-solving, and talent cultivation, thereby transforming the "craftsman spirit" into a driving force for industrial upgrading and promoting common prosperity [5].