ASTRI Technology Research (Shenzhen), a wholly-owned subsidiary of ASTRI, relocated to the "Hetao Shenzhen-Hong Kong Science and Technology Innovation Cooperation Zone" (Hetao Cooperation Zone).
The relocation happened earlier this year and was officially inaugurated in October. This expansion marks a significant step in accelerating innovation and technology (I&T) cooperation within the Greater Bay Area (GBA).
The setup of over 1,300 sqm includes approximately 1,100 sqm of space, housing an office and an exhibition hall, with an additional 300 sqm of laboratory within the Hetao Cooperation Zone
The opening ceremony was officiated by Ms Lillian Cheong, Under Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry of the HKSAR Government, Mr Zeng Jianpeng, Director-General of the Hetao Development Authority in Shenzhen, and Ir Sunny Lee, Chairman of ASTRI.
Other guests included government officials and industry leaders from Hong Kong and Shenzhen.
Focusing on Semiconductor and Smart Mobility Technologies
The Shenzhen branch of ASTRI’s new facility is strategically located in the Hong Kong Science Park.
The setup of over 1,300 sqm includes approximately 1,100 sqm of space, housing an office and an exhibition hall, with an additional 300 sqm of laboratory within the Hetao Cooperation Zone.
The facility's location benefits from the No.1 Channel of Futian Bonded Area, a dedicated immigration passage connecting Lok Ma Chau with the Shenzhen Futian Free Trade Zone.
ASTRI (Shenzhen) has initiated several R&D and testing projects, primarily focusing on third-generation semiconductors and next-generation communication technologies
In July 2023, ASTRI's "International Application Fundamental Research Institute Project" was officially launched in the Hetao Cooperation Zone.
ASTRI (Shenzhen) has initiated several R&D and testing projects, primarily focusing on third-generation semiconductors and next-generation communication technologies.
Key developments include GaN high-end power technology development and testing platform, SiC smart power system development and testing platform, and smart campus simulation and testing platform.
These platforms aim to facilitate technology transfer, commercialisation and promote technology exchanges while cultivating top-tier talent.
Looking ahead, ASTRI (Shenzhen) will serve as a 'super connector', promoting collaboration among government, industry, academia, and research institutes
Furthermore, in June 2024, ASTRI (Shenzhen) supported the first cross-border C-V2X test at Hetao, successfully completing autonomous driving tests and data collection under various extreme road conditions.
"Looking ahead, ASTRI (Shenzhen) will serve as a 'super connector', promoting collaboration among government, industry, academia, and research institutes.
"We aim to facilitate the transformation and industrialisation of collaborative innovation outcomes between Hong Kong and Shenzhen in the Hetao Cooperation Zone and the GBA, contributing to the nation's development of 'new quality productive forces’," Ir Sunny Lee concluded.
About ASTRI
The Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute (ASTRI) and ASTRI Technology Research (Shenzhen) are closely related entities but operate in distinct locations.
ASTRI was founded in 2000 and is a government-backed research institute based in Hong Kong.
The Shenzhen branch of ASTRI’s new facility is strategically located in the Hong Kong Science Park
It aims to enhance Hong Kong’s competitiveness through applied research, focusing on areas like smart cities, fintech, and artificial intelligence.
On the other hand, ASTRI Technology Research (Shenzhen) operates in Shenzhen, China, and is ASTRI’s research and development (R&D) extension across the border.
This Shenzhen branch strengthens ASTRI's presence in mainland China, facilitating collaborations in innovation and technology development between Hong Kong and Shenzhen.