把长沙当“第二故乡”！外企高管畅谈扎根心声，共赴新春之约

Group 1 - The 2026 Changsha Foreign Investment Enterprises Spring Networking Event was held, showcasing the city's vibrant openness and the commitment of foreign enterprises to develop in Changsha [1] - Over 100 foreign enterprise executives and representatives gathered to discuss opportunities and development, highlighting the strong relationships and collaborative spirit among businesses [1] Group 2 - Mario Bastodoro, President of Ximai Machinery Manufacturing Co., shared the company's 18-year growth story in Changsha, emphasizing the rapid project approval process and the establishment of two production bases with annual revenue exceeding €100 million [2] - The company has contributed over 380 million yuan in taxes, with 40% of its revenue coming from direct exports, serving major clients like BYD and Daimler [2] - The favorable industrial chain, "enjoy first" policies, and innovative atmosphere in Changsha have driven the company's dual development in manufacturing and R&D [2] Group 3 - Stephen, Deputy General Manager of Hunan Deutz Power Co., discussed the company's global achievements, with its engines being integrated into Deutz's global product system, marking a significant milestone for "Changsha manufacturing" [4] - The company expressed optimism about future growth in Changsha, linking personal and corporate development to the region [4] Group 4 - The event featured an award ceremony recognizing 12 companies, including Lens Technology and Bosch Automotive Parts, for their outstanding contributions to foreign investment in Changsha [6] - Award-winning companies pledged to increase their investment and deepen industrial cooperation with Changsha [6] Group 5 - In 2025, Stellantis will establish a research center in Changsha, focusing on new energy and intelligent connected technologies, with planned annual investments exceeding 100 million yuan, expected to drive over 1 billion yuan in upstream and downstream investments [8] - The company highlighted Changsha's complete automotive industry chain, rich talent resources, and favorable business environment as key factors for its investment [8] Group 6 - In the past year, foreign investment activities in Changsha have surged, with notable projects including the opening of Aeon Mall and the development of the world's first Wangwang Experience Hall [9] - During the 14th Five-Year Plan period, Changsha utilized $6.741 billion in foreign investment, accounting for 72.21% of the province's total, with a year-on-year growth of 16.5% in 2025 [9] - High-tech industries saw a remarkable 330% increase in foreign investment, becoming a new engine for growth [9] Group 7 - Currently, 201 Fortune 500 companies have established operations in Changsha, contributing over 6.2 billion yuan in R&D investments, which supports the city's goal of becoming a global R&D center [10] Group 8 - Changsha's strong industrial foundation and cluster effects are key factors attracting foreign investment, with major industries including construction machinery and emerging sectors like intelligent connected vehicles [11] - The city's transportation infrastructure and enhanced openness facilitate foreign investment, supported by policies that streamline approval processes [11] Group 9 - In the past year, Changsha has leveraged tax incentives for reinvestment, facilitating over $100 million in new profit reinvestments for multiple enterprises [12] - The city aims to focus on key industries and enhance international cooperation to attract significant foreign investment projects in 2026 [12]