Innovation Centre Denmark, Shanghai

  Join us for Corporate Innovation Days 2024 in Beijing on November 28-29! 🚀 Future-Ready: Gaining a Competitive Edge in a Changing World 🚀 ⏰ It’s not too late to register! Deadline is extended to November 18 ⏰ Gain insights and connect with industry leaders as we dive into the latest trends and innovation approaches for success in China’s dynamic business landscape. Program Highlights - Keynotes & Case Presentations by Anders Peder Bøtker Siegumfeldt (Deputy Head of Mission, Ambassador, Embassy of the Kingdom of Denmark in Beijing), Hans Henrik Pontoppidan (Secretary General at Danish-Chinese Business Forum (DCBF)), Michael Madsen (Vice President, Danfoss China), Carrie Yang (Marketing and Innovation Director, Arla), Maj Munch Andersen (Associate Professor, University of Copenhagen). - Panel Discussions: Navigate the complexities of today’s business landscape through expert-led discussions. - Interactive Workshop: Discover the potential of the bio/circular economy in an engaging, hands-on session. - Networking Opportunities: Connect in the Professional Fusion Zone of the event designed for fostering partnerships and connections. Co-hosted by: Sino-Danish Center For Education And Research(SDC), Danish Chamber of Commerce in China (DCCC), Danish-Chinese Business Forum(DCBF), and Innovation Centre Denmark Shanghai (ICDK). Who Should Attend? The event is targeted at managers from Danish, international, and Chinese companies, as well as academics and junior researchers interested in engaging with industrial partners. The event is also open to SDC students, and students from all programs are welcome to register and attend. 💲 Participation: Free 📅 Extended Registration Deadline: November 18 Secure your spot now! https://lnkd.in/dMvyhpmh Anders Sloth Nielsen I Dmitrij Slepniov I Amalie Cicilie Sarna I Yubo Guo I Oskar Rask Hjorth I Meeja Neergaard #CID #Innovation

Nordic discussion at CIIE We had the pleasure of moderating and participating in a Nordic discussion on sustainable innovation and Chinese collaboration in the midst of China’s most important expo, the CIIE. Consul General Mikael H. Winther kicked off the talk, stressing the massive potential for Nordic innovation when collaborating with Chinese partners, whom share our values and ambitions for green transition and life science. Next, Anders Sloth Nielsen took the stage to moderate the discussion between Business Finland, Innovation Norway, Business Sweden, the Icelandic Deputy Head of Mission of Beijing and the Danish Commercial Consul Mads Vesterager Nielsen. Whenever we unite as Nordics, our similarities and common ground are evident as a huge advantage. Knowledge sharing, sustainability and innovation is treasured by all of us, and at the Innovation Center Denmark in Shanghai we are thankful from the synergy we have with our Nordic neighbors and already look forward to our next collaboration. Innovation Centre Denmark I Yubo Guo I Jane Wu

Networking with Gløgg and Ideas: Danish Alumni Strengthen Ties in Shanghai Last night we held another Alumni Network Meeting in Shanghai, hosting a lecture by Professor Ma Chi from The Shanghai Academy of Social Sciences on Danish traces in the modernization of Shanghai and a presentation on Sino-Danish collaboration within life science and sustainable development by Ms. Heidi Yan, PhD. The lectures turned into discussions as speakers and the audience engaged with each other, and our triple helix approach became full circle as industry and academia learned from one another with Executive Director Anders Sloth Nielsen as moderator. With risalamande in one hand and gløgg in the other, our alumni had ample time to develop relationships across sectors. And yes, somebody eventually found the almond. At every event we stick to our mission: to engage, exchange and grow. Any meet up is a learning opportunity and a place to connect with likeminded individuals. If you are Chinese who has studied in Denmark, or you have an idea for an interesting presentation, please reach out to us at the Innovation Centre Denmark, Shanghai.

Exciting Career Opportunity in Shanghai! Innovation Centre Denmark in Shanghai is looking for a passionate and ambitious Innovation Officer to join our dynamic team at the Royal Danish Consulate General. This full-time role offers an outstanding platform to drive sustainability and innovation in an international setting, supporting Sino-Danish partnerships in research, development, commerce, and entrepreneurship. As an Innovation Officer, you will: ✅ Develop projects within green transition areas like energy efficiency, water, and circular economy ✅ Facilitate growth for Danish companies – from start-ups to multinationals – in China's innovation ecosystem ✅ Drive consultancy services including technology scouting, partner identification, and business model development ✅ Scout for fresh knowledge and innovation trends, bringing valuable insights back to Denmark ✅ Collaborate within the Triple Helix Model to connect private companies, public authorities, and universities across borders The ideal candidate is a flexible and motivated team player with a background in sustainability, a knack for cross-cultural communication, and a drive to deliver tangible results. Experience with green transition, clean tech industry, consultancy roles, project management, and an international outlook is a plus. 📅 Application Deadline: 3rd November 2024 at noon (local CN time) 📧 Send your application to shainn@um.dk and help shape the future of sustainable innovation!

Visiting the Nordic Centre: a Scandinavian hub of knowledge in Shanghai! Executive Director Anders Sloth Nielsen visited the Nordic Centre at Fudan University in Shanghai, accompanied by intern Amalie Cicilie Sarna. Nordic Centre, Fudan University is a collaboration between various Nordic academia and serves as a platform for initiating and developing research, education, conferences and workshops, hosting Scandinavian students and researchers alike. Programme Manager Veli-Matti Palomäki (马维) briefed Anders on the knowledge institute and hosted a discussion on the opportunities for new activities and the development of existing concepts. By chance, we met Professor Søren Klausen from the University of Southern Denmark, whose research his university’s membership in the Nordic Centre accommodates. The chance encounter provided us valuable insight with a scholarly perspective. We look forward to deepening this partnership and continue to strengthen Danish innovation and academia through Nordic and global initiatives.

Last week we hosted one of our key partners, Clean, the Danish Water and Environmental Cluster. Representing Clean, COO Henrik Bjornager Jensen and Project Manager Joan Juul were introduced first hand to some of our partners, stakeholders, and key activities in Shanghai. The visit underlined the importance of global collaboration in advancing solutions for environmental sustainability and clean water technologies. We are thrilled to work alongside forward-thinking organizations like Clean, who excel in connecting industry, academia and the public sector to market-driven innovation. Together, we can connect Danish innovation with market opportunities in China. For businesses looking to expand globally, Innovation Centre Denmark provides critical support in connecting with local stakeholders, navigating market complexities, and leveraging opportunities for growth and innovation. #innovation #sustainability #academia

👩🎓 Chinese spend years studying in Denmark – but what happens next? Introducing the Alumni Network Denmark in Shanghai: a community for Chinese who studied in Denmark. The Innovation Center Denmark in Shanghai is committed to explore the impact of studying in Denmark, cultivating valuable insights and gathering a detailed overview of Danish alumni in China. To nurture the new alumni network, the first ever meet-up for Danish alumni in Shanghai took place, where guests met to mingle, discuss and connect across industries. 🔬 Our Executive Director Anders Sloth Nielsen kicked off the event by welcoming participants and stressed Denmark’s genuine interest in connecting and learning from Danish alumni working in Shanghai. Members of the extensive network then hosted the evening themselves under supervision by a team from the Danish Consulate General, fostering discussions on their own with knowledgeable perspectives on industry and academia. #dkinchina

Neon-lit exhibition? Check. Chatty robots? Check. Passionate youth, innovative start-ups and creative investors? Check, check, check. Introducing China’s largest tech innovation event, S-Tron China (S创中国), which opened its doors last Friday. We’re still electric from being there. Together with entrepreneurial savants Peter Vesterbacka and Dominika Wilinska, our Executive Director Anders Sloth Nielsen kicked off the event with an immersive discussion about the future of Sino-Nordic collaboration. Off the stage, we spoke with S-Tron’s global community. The fiery engagement and vibrant display of innovation hints at great things in store for the future of tech in Shanghai – it’s invigorating to be part of this field, and you can be too. Ready to get in touch with likeminded creatives? We serve Danish industry and academia that wish to create innovation within green transition and life sciences, and those who carry out research and development, all through our knowledge hub in Shanghai. Feel free to reach out - let's collaborate. #innovation #startups #tech

Executive Director Anders Sloth Nielsen will be at S-Tron China (S创中国)! Fresh off the boat from TechBBQ in Copenhagen, our Executive Director is fired up and ready for more! Together with entrepreneurial icon Peter Vesterbacka and scouting associate Dominika Wilinska, Anders will engage in a fireside chat about contemporary innovation and entrepreneurship in the Chinese market. When the opening ceremony concludes, join us by the Horizon Stage at 10:10 on Friday September 20. It’s no doubt going to be an interesting and knowledgeable talk, so make sure not to miss it! No tickets? No worries! S-Tron China (S创中国) has covered our community with free entry - scan the QR-code to claim your ticket! #entrepreneurship #shanghai #techtrends #innovation #dkinchina

We're at TechBBQ 2024! Green transition, life science and technology is on the agenda at Innovation Centre Denmark’s booth at this year’s TechBBQ. Visit us for exclusive Southeast Asian insights on some of the world’s leading life science and green transition trends. Executive Director Anders Sloth Nielsen and Innovation Officer Yubo Guo will be present at Booth no. 3 on Wednesday 11 September. Feel free to drop by – whether you’re looking for new connections, want to learn more about our areas of expertise, or just curious about our work in China. #dkinchina #techbbq #innovation #lifescience #technology #tech