Core Insights - The Chinese biomanufacturing industry is projected to reach a scale of 1.01 trillion yuan in 2024, with a year-on-year growth of 15.4%. By 2030, the industry is expected to exceed 2.5 trillion yuan, with a compound annual growth rate of 16.8% [1]. Group 1: Industry Overview - The DT New Materials Research Institute has been actively monitoring and supporting the progress and innovation in the synthetic biology sector since the release of the "China Synthetic Biology Industry Map (2023)" which includes over 300 listed companies [1]. - The upcoming "4th Synthetic Biology and Green Biomanufacturing Conference (SynbioCon 2025)" will take place from August 20-22 in Ningbo, Zhejiang, where the "China Synthetic Biology Industry Distribution Map (2025 Edition)" will be announced, featuring over 500 representative biomanufacturing companies and their product information [1][9]. Group 2: Event Details - The conference will focus on five key areas: AI + Biomanufacturing, Green Chemistry and New Materials, Future Food, Future Agriculture, and Beauty Raw Materials, inviting industry leaders, experts, and various stakeholders to explore trends in biomanufacturing development during the 14th Five-Year Plan [9]. - Participants at the conference can receive a free copy of the industry map valued at 499 yuan, and eligible biomanufacturing companies can register to be included in the map [6][10].

Core Insights - The Chinese biomanufacturing industry is projected to reach a scale of 1.01 trillion yuan in 2024, with a year-on-year growth of 15.4%. By 2030, the industry is expected to exceed 2.5 trillion yuan, with a compound annual growth rate of 16.8% [1]. Group 1: Industry Development - The DT New Materials Research Institute has been actively monitoring and supporting the progress and innovation in the synthetic biology sector since the release of the "China Synthetic Biology Industry Map (2023)" which includes over 300 listed companies [1]. - The upcoming "4th Synthetic Biology and Green Biomanufacturing Conference (SynbioCon 2025)" will take place from August 20-22 in Ningbo, Zhejiang, where the "China Synthetic Biology Industry Distribution Map (2025 Edition)" will be announced, featuring over 500 representative biomanufacturing companies and their product information [1][9]. Group 2: Conference Details - The SynbioCon 2025 conference will focus on five key areas: AI + Biomanufacturing, Green Chemistry and New Materials, Future Food, Future Agriculture, and Beauty Raw Materials, inviting industry leaders, experts, and various stakeholders to explore the development trends of the biomanufacturing industry during the 14th Five-Year Plan [9]. - Participants at the conference will have the opportunity to receive a free copy of the industry map, valued at 499 yuan, and companies that qualify can apply to be listed on the global bio-based and biomanufacturing industry service platform [6][10].

Core Insights - Sinopec (Dalian) Petrochemical Research Institute is recruiting for 11 positions in key areas such as solid-state batteries, petrochemical artificial intelligence, bio-based monomers and materials, and synthetic biology, offering attractive annual salaries ranging from 500,000 to 2,000,000 CNY and 10 million CNY in research startup funding [1]. Group 1: Recruitment Details - The recruitment focuses on experts in synthetic biology, petrochemical engineering plastics, and bio-based monomers and materials [2][3][4]. - Each position requires a PhD, candidates aged between 30-50 years, and a minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience, with flexibility for outstanding candidates [5][5][5]. Group 2: Job Responsibilities and Requirements - Responsibilities include formulating strategic plans for carbon gas bioconversion, developing strain modification and biocatalysis systems, and leading product development and market promotion [5]. - The positions also involve planning the development strategy for special engineering plastics and bio-based materials, with a focus on technology development and market promotion [5][5][5]. Group 3: Compensation and Benefits - The salary range is between 500,000 to 2,000,000 CNY per year, with additional relocation allowances of 1.2 to 5 million CNY for high-level talent [7]. - The company provides 10 million CNY in research startup funding, a well-equipped research team of 3-8 members, and various support for relocation, education, and employment for family members [7]. Group 4: Upcoming Events - The 4th Synthetic Biology and Green Bio-Manufacturing Conference (SynBioCon 2025) will be held from August 20-22, 2025, in Ningbo, Zhejiang, focusing on AI and bio-manufacturing, green chemicals, new materials, future food, agriculture, and beauty raw materials [8]. - The conference aims to explore the development trends in the bio-manufacturing industry and promote the transfer and transformation of scientific achievements [8].

Core Insights - The National Investment Group (国投) is establishing a dedicated CVC fund for the biomanufacturing industry, focusing on early-stage, small investments in hard technology to support strategic emerging industries and core technology breakthroughs [1][3] - The biomanufacturing industry is recognized as a new engine for economic growth, with the establishment of the National Investment Group's new protein biomanufacturing innovation center aimed at addressing bottlenecks in new protein research and industrialization [1][2] Group 1: Industry Development - The new protein, which does not rely on traditional livestock or fishery methods, is synthesized using innovative technologies like microbial fermentation, addressing the significant protein gap in China, where over 66% of grain imports are soybeans [2] - The shortage of edible protein has become a safety issue, prompting the government to promote a comprehensive approach to food resource development [2] Group 2: Investment and Funding - The National Investment Group has invested in 25 biomanufacturing companies, totaling over 4 billion yuan, and has established various government-guided funds to support the industry [4] - The National Investment Group's funds exceed 270 billion yuan, with investments in 424 specialized enterprises, supporting 120 companies to go public, which constitutes 10% of the total on the Science and Technology Innovation Board [3][4] Group 3: Strategic Initiatives - The establishment of the National Investment Group's Biomanufacturing Innovation Research Institute, with a registered capital of 6 billion yuan, marks a strategic initiative to cultivate the biomanufacturing industry [3] - The National Investment Group aims to achieve a total output value of 60 billion yuan in the biomanufacturing sector by the end of the 14th Five-Year Plan, focusing on various sub-sectors such as industrial strains and food additives [3]

Group 1 - The food industry in Hainan achieved significant growth in Q1, with 201 large-scale enterprises reporting industrial output and added value growth of 27.1% and 23.4% year-on-year, respectively [1] - The agricultural and sideline food processing industry was the main driver of this growth, with 140 enterprises in this sector experiencing industrial output and added value growth of 34.2% and 50.4% year-on-year, respectively [1] - Investment in these enterprises increased by 54.3% year-on-year, and profit growth from January to February reached 299.6% [1] Group 2 - The food industry is a traditional advantageous industry in Hainan, playing a crucial role in stabilizing the economy and society [2] - Hainan is focusing on digital transformation in traditional food manufacturing and has recognized brands like "椰树牌" and "海南椰品" as notable products [2] - The province is set to launch the "Three-Year Action Plan for the Biological Manufacturing Industry in Hainan," aiming to enhance the quality of food products and capitalize on opportunities in the biological manufacturing sector [2]