从“冠军之城”到“新质之城”——宁波发展新质生产力纪实

Core Insights - Ningbo has steadily increased its GDP since joining the "trillion yuan club" in 2018, achieving a GDP of 1.35 trillion yuan in the first three quarters of 2025, with a year-on-year growth of 5.0% [2] - The city is recognized as a cradle for national manufacturing champions, boasting 119 national-level manufacturing champions, maintaining the top position in China for eight consecutive years [2][4] - Ningbo's economy is characterized by a diverse structure, with significant advancements in emerging sectors such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and high-tech services, which saw investment growth rates of 9.3%, 41.2%, and 56.7% respectively [2][3] Economic Structure and Innovation - Ningbo is a vital economic center in the Yangtze River Delta, with a robust manufacturing, foreign trade, and logistics industry [3] - The city has implemented an innovation-driven development strategy, with 90% of R&D activities and over 80% of invention patents originating from enterprises [3] - High-tech enterprises in Ningbo have reached a total of 8,855, with an average annual growth rate exceeding 30% over the past three years [3] Manufacturing and Global Presence - Ningbo's manufacturing sector is recognized globally, with significant contributions from companies like Sunny Optical Technology, which supplies one in three Android smartphones with optical lenses [4] - The city has seen a rise in the number of enterprises capable of producing humanoid robots, increasing from 3 to 8 since 2025, supported by a growing supply chain [6] - The global market share of Ningbo's manufacturing products continues to expand, with companies like Longyan Technology leading in the optical film market with a 55% share [5] Financial Support and Innovation Ecosystem - Ningbo's financial sector has shown robust growth, with a financial industry value added of 1,224.3 billion yuan in the first three quarters of 2025, marking a 13.8% increase [13] - The city has established a multi-layered risk mitigation system to support small and micro enterprises, facilitating access to financing [14] - Financial tools such as specialized loans and transformation insurance are being utilized to support the transition of manufacturing and emerging industries [13][14] Policy and Strategic Development - Ningbo has introduced various policies to enhance its innovation ecosystem, including the establishment of national-level innovation platforms and support for high-tech enterprises [8][10] - The city aims to build 10 national-level innovation platforms and over 1,000 provincial-level R&D institutions by 2030 [8] - Collaborative efforts between government and enterprises are emphasized to foster innovation and address industry challenges [10] Market Expansion and Trade - Ningbo has accelerated its international trade efforts, with over 300 companies participating in exhibitions abroad, achieving an intended transaction amount exceeding 5 billion USD [11] - The city has seen a 7% increase in imports and exports to Central and Eastern European countries, with specific companies reporting significant growth in this market [12] - Cross-border e-commerce has also flourished, with Ningbo's special area for cross-border e-commerce exports reaching 47.99 billion yuan, a 16.9% increase year-on-year [12] Conclusion - Ningbo is positioned as a "Champion City" with a strong manufacturing base and a commitment to innovation, aiming to transform into a "New Quality City" through strategic initiatives and financial empowerment [24]