Core Insights - The collaboration between South Grid Group and Xi'an Jiaotong University aims to bridge the gap between academia and industry, fostering practical technological innovations and talent development [1][2] - Since 2021, Xi'an Jiaotong University has signed agreements with 248 leading enterprises to establish joint research institutes, addressing over 3,100 technical challenges and creating 276 technology-based companies with a total valuation of nearly 13 billion [2] Group 1 - The South Grid Group-Xi'an Jiaotong University Joint Research Center focuses on new power system protection and control, and actively supports renewable energy generation [1] - The partnership emphasizes a new model of deep integration of industry and academia, moving beyond traditional client-provider relationships to a collaborative approach [2] - The center has successfully formed high-level interdisciplinary teams that address real-world problems in the new power system sector [2] Group 2 - The establishment of the "8-inch advanced silicon photonic integration technology innovation platform" marks a significant development in the photonics industry in Shaanxi, serving as a key support for the province's goal of building a 100 billion industry cluster [6] - The Shaanxi Photonics Technology Laboratory is set to be established, aiming to gather over 100 member units to tackle critical technologies within two years [6] - The focus on original innovation and key core technology breakthroughs aligns with national strategic needs and regional development priorities [5]

Core Insights - The Photon Industry Summit at the 2025 Hard Technology Innovation Conference in Xi'an announced plans to tackle over 30 critical core technologies in the next two years, aiming to boost the output value of Shaanxi's photon industry to over 50 billion yuan [1] - The global photon market reached a scale of 920 billion USD in 2023 and is expected to exceed 1.2 trillion USD by 2027, driven by the explosion of AI technology [1] - The Shaanxi Photon Technology Laboratory, which has entered its cultivation phase with over 1 billion yuan in funding, aims to serve as a government think tank, innovation hub, and industry chain promoter [1] Development Plans - The laboratory's strategy is based on a dual approach of "source innovation + industry integration," with a spatial layout of "one laboratory and two bases" [2] - The core of "source innovation" is the advanced attosecond laser facility, which will integrate research resources from universities and institutes, focusing on fundamental research and technological breakthroughs [2] - The laboratory aims to establish a mechanism for "laying eggs along the way" to promote the industrial application of multiple achievements by 2030, aspiring to become a nationally influential photon technology laboratory [2] Industry Landscape - Since the launch of the "Chasing Light Plan" in 2021, Shaanxi has developed three core industrial clusters in photon materials and chips, advanced lasers and photon manufacturing, and photon sensing, with a total output value exceeding 35 billion yuan [2]

Core Insights - The establishment of the "8-inch Advanced Silicon Photonic Integration Technology Innovation Platform" marks a significant milestone for the photonics industry in Shaanxi, filling a gap in the region's silicon photonic chip pilot testing capabilities [1][2] - Shaanxi has announced a plan to invest over 1 billion yuan in the construction of a photonics technology laboratory, aiming to attract top international scientists and achieve a provincial photonics industry output value exceeding 50 billion yuan by 2027 [1][3] Investment and Infrastructure - The 8-inch silicon photonic platform has a total investment of 750 million yuan, with construction starting at the end of 2023 and completion expected by September 2025 [2] - The platform incorporates advanced technology from Belgium's IMEC and over 60 key core equipment sets, enabling the development of a self-controlled advanced process system [2] Industry Growth and Development - Since the launch of the "Chasing Light Plan" in 2021, the number of photonics companies in Shaanxi has increased from fewer than 100 to 379 by 2024, with the industry scale growing from 15 billion yuan to 36.5 billion yuan [3][4] - The photonics industry in Shaanxi is projected to grow at an annual rate exceeding 50%, with total output expected to surpass 30 billion yuan in 2024 [4] Ecosystem and Innovation - The photonics technology laboratory aims to create a comprehensive innovation ecosystem, integrating government, industry, and international resources to overcome systemic barriers [5][6] - The laboratory's dual-driven strategy focuses on "source innovation and industry integration," with plans to attract over 100 researchers and achieve breakthroughs in over 30 key photonics technologies by 2027 [6]

Core Insights - The establishment of the "8-inch Advanced Silicon Photonic Integration Technology Innovation Platform" marks a significant milestone for the photonics industry in Shaanxi, filling a gap in the region's silicon photonic chip pilot production capabilities [1][2] - Shaanxi has announced a plan to invest over 1 billion yuan in the construction of a photonics technology laboratory, aiming to attract top international scientists and achieve a photonics industry output value exceeding 50 billion yuan by 2027 [1][6] Investment and Infrastructure - The 8-inch silicon photonic platform has a total investment of 750 million yuan, completed by September 2025, and includes over 60 key core devices [2] - The platform will support the development of high-performance components for applications in AI, optical communication, and smart driving, with an expected completion of active product lines by 2026 [2][3] Industry Growth and Development - Since the launch of the "Chasing Light Plan" in 2021, the number of photonics companies in Shaanxi has increased from fewer than 100 to 379 by 2024, with industry scale growing from 15 billion yuan to 36.5 billion yuan [3] - The photonics industry in Shaanxi is projected to exceed 30 billion yuan in total output by 2024, growing at an annual rate of over 50% [4] Ecosystem and Innovation - The photonics technology laboratory aims to create a comprehensive innovation ecosystem, integrating research, industry, finance, and international resources [5] - The laboratory will focus on both source innovation and industry integration, leveraging advanced scientific facilities and collaborative platforms [5][6] Future Goals - By 2027, the laboratory aims to attract 30 high-end talents and achieve breakthroughs in over 30 key technologies, establishing three pilot production lines and two specialized incubation platforms [6] - Long-term goals include creating a nationally influential photonics technology laboratory and establishing Shaanxi as an international center for photonics technology and industry [6]

Core Insights - The "Photon Technology Laboratory" in Shaanxi aims to overcome over 30 key core technologies within two years, with a total investment exceeding 1 billion yuan, and to boost the province's photon industry output value to over 50 billion yuan by 2027 [1][5] Group 1: Laboratory Overview - The laboratory will serve as a "government think tank, innovation hub, and industry chain promoter," facilitating deep collaboration among research, industry, finance, and international resources [1][3] - The laboratory's construction plan includes a dual-driven approach of "source innovation + industry integration" and a spatial layout of "one laboratory and two bases" [3] Group 2: Technological Focus - The laboratory will focus on developing the most advanced ultrafast electronic dynamics research facility, characterized by attosecond time resolution and high spatial coherence [4] - The laboratory aims to achieve breakthroughs in key indicators, including a pulse width of 60 attoseconds and photon energy of 550 eV [4] Group 3: Industry Foundation - Shaanxi has established three core industrial clusters in photon materials and chips, advanced lasers and photon manufacturing, and photon sensing, with a total of 379 hard-tech enterprises in the photon field, generating over 35 billion yuan in total output [4] Group 4: Goals and Timeline - The laboratory aims to attract 30 top international scientists and over 100 research personnel, establish three pilot production lines, and two specialized incubation platforms within the short term [5] - By 2030, the goal is to create a nationally influential photon technology laboratory and establish a large-scale scientific facility, striving to become a source of original innovation and an international center for photon technology and industry [5]

Core Insights - The article highlights the transformative impact of photonic technology as a foundational technology for future advancements, particularly in its integration with AI, leading to an upgrade from "chain aggregation" to "ecological fusion" in the Shaanxi photonic industry [1][2] Group 1: Technological Breakthroughs and Platform Development - The Shaanxi photonic industry has made significant advancements in technology research and platform development, providing a solid foundation for the deep integration of AI and photonic technology [2] - The photonic technology laboratory is in the cultivation phase, with notable achievements such as the domestically leading attosecond streak camera developed by the Xi'an Institute of Optics and Precision Mechanics, which supports high-precision visual applications in AI optical imaging and quantum computing [2] - The laboratory aims to establish a comprehensive facility by 2027, targeting over 30 critical technologies [2] Group 2: Industry Growth and Investment - The "Chasing Light Plan" initiated in 2021 has led to a rapid growth in the photonic industry in Shaanxi, with the number of companies increasing to 379 and the industry scale rising from 15 billion to 36.5 billion [3] - The Shaanxi Optoelectronic Pilot Institute has invested 1.5 billion in building platforms for 6-inch compound photonic chips and 8-inch silicon photonic integration technology, facilitating the development of automotive-grade photonic chips and high-precision intelligent sensing chips [3] Group 3: Talent Integration and Ecosystem Development - The conference emphasized the importance of integrating education and technology talent to create a robust innovation ecosystem in the photonic industry [4] - A signing ceremony was held to promote the integration of education and technology talent, involving multiple stakeholders to address bottlenecks in the photonic industry's development [4] - The Qin Chuang Yuan Photonic Industry Innovation Cluster aims to establish a comprehensive development model that combines education, technology, industry, and finance [4] Group 4: Strategic Collaborations - A strategic cooperation signing ceremony for advanced semiconductor equipment was conducted, involving key institutions to enhance the upstream core segments of the photonic industry chain [5] Group 5: Expert Insights and Future Directions - Experts at the conference discussed the future core track of the industry, focusing on the integration of AI and photonics, with applications in various fields such as medical diagnostics and space exploration [6] - Several photonic-related companies showcased innovative technologies and products, promoting collaboration and communication within the industry [6]

Core Insights - The "Chasing Light Plan" in Shaanxi has achieved significant progress, with the establishment of the "8-inch Silicon Photonic Integration Technology Innovation Platform," marking a key milestone in the region's photonics industry development [1][2]. Industry Growth - Since the launch of the "Chasing Light Plan" in 2021, the number of companies in the photonics industry in Shaanxi has increased to over 370, with the industry scale growing from 15 billion to 36.5 billion yuan [2]. - The upgraded "Chasing Light Plan - Leap Action" aims to create a complete industrial chain from "materials - chips - devices - systems" [2]. Technological Advancements - The 8-inch Silicon Photonic Platform is the first of its kind in Northwest China, addressing the gap in silicon photonic chip pilot testing [1][4]. - The platform has a total investment of 750 million yuan and has completed all construction by September 2025, featuring advanced technology and equipment [4]. Support for Startups - The photonics institute has resolved R&D and pilot testing challenges for over 100 startups, facilitating the development of a high-quality industrial cluster [3][4]. Collaborative Ecosystem - The "1+N" flexible engineering platform model allows for resource sharing and collaboration among small and medium-sized enterprises, enhancing innovation and reducing initial investment costs [6][7]. - The 6-inch compound platform has already provided services to over 50 clients, while the newly established 8-inch silicon photonic platform has attracted interest from numerous leading companies [7]. Future Developments - The institute plans to advance the construction of a heterogeneous integration platform, covering the entire chain from material growth to system testing, supporting key areas such as optical communication and artificial intelligence [7].

Core Insights - The establishment of the photonics technology laboratory in Shaanxi aims to tackle over 30 critical core technologies within two years, with a total investment exceeding 1 billion yuan, and to boost the province's photonics industry output to over 50 billion yuan by 2027 [1][4] - The global photonics market reached $920 billion in 2023 and is expected to exceed $1.2 trillion by 2027, driven by the explosion of AI technology [1][2] Investment and Infrastructure - The laboratory will serve as a "think tank for the government, an innovation hub, and a promoter of the industrial chain," facilitating deep collaboration among research, industry, finance, and international resources [1][2] - The laboratory's construction is based on a dual approach of "source innovation + industrial integration," with a focus on advanced attosecond laser facilities and the integration of research resources from universities and institutes [2][3] Technological Development - The laboratory plans to develop a comprehensive ultrafast electronic dynamics research facility characterized by attosecond time resolution and high spatial coherence [3] - The laboratory has already achieved significant technological milestones, including the development of the attosecond streak camera, which set domestic records in 2019 and 2021 [3] Talent and Industry Growth - The laboratory aims to attract 30 top international scientists and over 100 researchers, while also focusing on overcoming key technological challenges in the photonics field [4] - The current industrial foundation in Shaanxi includes three core industry clusters in photonic materials and chips, advanced lasers, and photonic manufacturing, with 379 companies generating over 35 billion yuan in total output [3][4]

Core Insights - The conference themed "Focusing on Shaanxi, Accelerating Leap" was held in Xi'an to promote the photon industry chain, emphasizing the strategic importance of quantum technology as a new economic growth point [1][2] - The provincial leadership highlighted the need to seize opportunities in the photon industry, focusing on strategic planning, innovation capabilities, and expanding the industry chain [2] Group 1: Strategic Planning - The provincial government aims to capture the revolutionary, foundational, and leading role of the photon industry by planning development paths in frontier technologies, industry segments, and terminal applications [2] - Emphasis was placed on ensuring the photon industry develops in the right direction by leveraging historical opportunities from the new round of technological revolution and industrial transformation [2] Group 2: Innovation and Infrastructure - The establishment of a regional technology innovation center in Xi'an is intended to enhance systematic problem-solving capabilities, supported by advanced scientific facilities and photon technology laboratories [2] - The Qin Chuang Yuan platform and "three reforms" will accelerate the efficient transformation and application of scientific achievements, aiming to create new competitive advantages in the photon industry [2] Group 3: Industry Chain Development - The focus is on expanding the scale of the industry chain by leveraging leading enterprises, building a quality enterprise cultivation system, and enhancing investment attraction [2] - The goal is to promote the clustering and quality enhancement of the photon industry through chain extension, supplementation, and strengthening [2] Group 4: Ecosystem Improvement - Continuous efforts will be made to optimize the development ecosystem of the photon industry by summarizing effective practices from the "chain leader system" [2] - The strategy includes enhancing financial support and deepening talent cultivation to better support high-quality development in the photon industry [2] Group 5: Conference Participation - The conference was attended by provincial leaders, government officials, representatives from state-owned enterprises, financial institutions, universities, and key enterprises in the photon industry chain [3]

Group 1: Photon Industry - The "Chasing Light Plan" aims to illuminate new industrial tracks, with the first silicon photonics pilot line in Northwest China set to open in November, providing R&D and pilot services for various photonic innovations [3] - Since 2021, the photon industry has been recognized as a key industrial chain in Shaanxi, with the number of photon enterprises increasing from under 100 in early 2021 to 379 by 2024, and the industry scale growing from 15 billion to 36.5 billion [4] - The establishment of the Qin Chuang Yuan Photon Industry Innovation Cluster in 2024 aims to connect high-growth tech companies with resources and funding, enhancing the innovation ecosystem [4][5] - The application scenarios for the photon industry are expanding, including laser radar for vehicles, 3D sensing for smartphones, satellite communication, and precision manufacturing [4] Group 2: New Energy Vehicles - In the first three quarters of this year, Shaanxi's new energy vehicle exports reached 207,000 units, with an export value of 28.02 billion, marking year-on-year increases of 73.3% and 79.7% respectively [6] - The annual production of new energy vehicles in Shaanxi is projected to grow from 59,500 units in 2020 to 1.198 million units by 2024, representing a nearly 20-fold increase [6] - The automotive industry in Shaanxi has seen a rise in domestic supply rate from 32% in 2020 to 57% currently, with plans to exceed 1.5 million units in annual production by 2027 [9] Group 3: Solar Energy - Longi Green Energy ranked first in China's photovoltaic industry for R&D investment, reflecting the transformation of Shaanxi's photovoltaic sector from manufacturing to intelligent manufacturing [10] - The photovoltaic industry in Shaanxi has maintained the world's leading position in silicon wafer shipments for nine consecutive years, with a market share in photovoltaic modules also ranking first globally [11] - By 2025, the photovoltaic industry in Shaanxi is expected to achieve an annual output value exceeding 350 billion, contributing significantly to the energy revolution [11]