江苏宜兴“陶都转身”

Core Perspective - Yixing, known as "China's Ceramic Capital," is transforming from traditional ceramic craftsmanship to high-tech industrial applications, integrating ceramic materials into sectors like new energy and semiconductors [10][12][13]. Group 1: Traditional Industry Transformation - Yixing has a 7,000-year history of pottery, with over 1,000 ceramic production enterprises, more than 30% of which have ventured into the new energy sector and nearly 30% into semiconductors [13]. - Jiangsu Baifu Technology Co., Ltd., established in 1989, has transitioned from traditional ceramic glaze production to high-tech materials for photovoltaic, electronic ceramics, and automotive applications [14][15]. - Baifu's strategic shift included establishing a research center in 2022, focusing on new materials, and preparing for an IPO while upgrading its production lines [15]. Group 2: Emerging Industries and Innovations - Yixing has become a hub for refractory materials, with Jiangsu Guohao Refractory Technology Co., Ltd. successfully transitioning to environmentally friendly and new energy sectors [16]. - The cable industry in Yixing has evolved, with the local government supporting high-quality development through a three-year action plan [17][18]. - Jiangnan Cable Co., Ltd. has maintained double-digit revenue growth through smart manufacturing and has invested over 100 million yuan in fully automated production lines [18]. Group 3: New Business Ventures - Far East Group, a leading cable manufacturer, is expanding into battery and storage sectors while maintaining a focus on its core cable business [19]. - Zhongchao Holdings has entered the aerospace sector, supplying high-temperature alloy castings for aircraft engines [20]. - Yixing has 20 listed companies, showcasing strong operational resilience and a focus on attracting high-tech talent to foster innovation [21]. Group 4: Academic and Research Collaborations - Yixing is home to numerous academicians and professors, with new provincial academic workstations established to enhance technological innovation [21][22]. - Jiangnan Midao focuses on low-GI functional health foods, collaborating with experts to enhance its research capabilities [23]. - The establishment of Wuxi Dingxu Airport has facilitated the growth of low-altitude economy applications, supporting various innovative scenarios [24].