达州创新创造创业大赛暨第十四届“东升杯”国际创业大赛达州专场圆满落幕

Core Insights - The 2026 Dazhou Eastern Economic Development Zone's first Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition, themed "Intelligent Gathering, Dream Rising East," was successfully held, showcasing the integration of innovation resources with local industrial advantages [1][8] - The event attracted significant attention, with 92 innovative projects registered from various regions, leading to a record number of high-quality projects advancing to the finals [2][9] - The competition is part of the "Dongsheng Cup" International Entrepreneurship Competition, which has seen substantial participation and success since its inception in 2013, highlighting its influence in fostering innovation [3][10] Industry Development - The competition aligns with the industrial development needs of the Dazhou Eastern Economic Development Zone, focusing on four core industrial clusters: modern steel, new energy storage, chemical industry, and intelligent manufacturing [2][9] - The Dazhou Eastern Economic Development Zone has implemented 55 major projects with an investment of 42.2 billion yuan, achieving an annual fixed asset investment growth rate of over 40% [4][11] - The region's industrial output value is projected to increase significantly, from 1.48 billion yuan in 2022 to 23.9 billion yuan in 2024, enhancing its role as a new engine for industrial manufacturing [4][11] Competitive Advantages - Dazhou Eastern Economic Development Zone offers competitive advantages in terms of cost, with the lowest industrial water prices among key parks in the Sichuan-Chongqing region and anticipated reductions in electricity costs [5][11] - The zone emphasizes a service-oriented approach, aiming to create a favorable business environment that supports enterprises effectively [5][12] - The competition has established a new model for regional collaboration, facilitating the integration of global innovation resources and enhancing local industry development [6][12] Future Prospects - The Dazhou Eastern Economic Development Zone plans to build a comprehensive service model that includes project selection, incubation acceleration, industrial connection, and production implementation [6][12] - There is a commitment to enhance long-term cooperation with the "Dongsheng Cup," focusing on resource integration, project incubation, and talent cultivation to drive continuous innovation [6][12]