Core Insights - The Baotou Rare Earth High-tech Zone is fostering innovation among "specialized, refined, distinctive, and innovative" enterprises, transitioning from a "follower" to a "leader" in high-end manufacturing [1][3] - The zone has established a comprehensive cultivation system for small and medium-sized enterprises, promoting a deep integration of nurturing enterprises with strengthening industries [1][2] Group 1 - The high-tech zone features a digital production workshop where smart devices operate at high speed, producing cerium-based polishing materials for high-end optical applications [1] - The world's first multi-track fully automated production line for three-axis ball-type anti-shake motors has begun mass production, with orders scheduled until the end of 2026 [1] - The zone has cultivated 85 provincial-level specialized and innovative small and medium-sized enterprises, accounting for 45% of Baotou's total and 10.51% of the autonomous region's total [3] Group 2 - Baotou Licheng Technology, which focuses on high-end optical fields, received customized support from the high-tech zone, helping it achieve recognition as a specialized and innovative small enterprise for 2025 [2] - The company, established in 2018, has over 15% of its employees engaged in R&D, with an expected revenue growth of 30% year-on-year [2] - The high-tech zone has introduced a three-dimensional service system aimed at precise support, professional cultivation, and innovative development for enterprises [2][3] Group 3 - The zone emphasizes "green empowerment" to accelerate the upgrading of traditional industries and the growth of emerging industries [3] - In 2025, 28 enterprises were listed as specialized and innovative small enterprises, with Chang'an Permanent Magnet Motor being the only one awarded the title of "small giant" in Baotou [3] - Eight national-level "small giant" enterprises have been cultivated, representing 66.7% of Baotou's total and 29.6% of the autonomous region's total [3]

Group 1 - The core theme of Baotou's New Year celebration in 2026 is centered around technological innovation and integration, marked by the launch of the "Cross-Industry and Cross-Year" consumption festival led by the "Buy in China" brand [1] - The "Extreme Intelligence Deer City · Digital Life Season" is one of the seven major themed activities, showcasing Baotou's technological innovation entering daily life and commercial spaces [1] - The "Technology Heat" phenomenon is officially guided and widely participated in, exemplified by the "New Year · Library Wonderful Night" event at Baotou Library, which featured interactive technology experiences for children and citizens [2] Group 2 - Baotou's industrial innovation foundation is strong, with companies like Licheng Technology and Magxin Electronics leading the way in producing advanced materials and components, such as cerium-based polishing materials and three-axis anti-shake motors [3] - The "Baotou Technology Breakthrough Project Implementation Plan" outlines 12 key areas for technological advancement, aiming to implement around 10 cutting-edge projects by 2026 and achieve over 15 technology transfer results [3] - The Baotou Municipal Science and Technology Bureau is actively organizing applications for central funding to support local innovation systems and technology transfer, requiring companies to match funds to enhance R&D investment [3] Group 3 - External industrial collaboration is strengthening, with a partnership between Rongcheng New Energy and Baotou's Jiu Yuan District to introduce 1,000 hydrogen-powered heavy trucks for zero-carbon transportation by 2026 [4] - Baotou is building a comprehensive innovation ecosystem that spans from popular science to research and from enterprises to industries, with specialized and innovative enterprises making up about 45% of the Baotou Rare Earth High-tech Zone [4] - The "Technology Heat" of New Year's 2026 is part of Baotou's broader strategy to leverage technology as an engine for economic transformation, aiming to form new productive forces [4]