Shanghai's Lin-gang Special Area held a press conference on Jan 21, unveiling its development plan for Lin-gang sci-tech innovation city.

A panoramic view of Dishui Lake in Lin-gang Special Area. [Photo/lingang.gov.cn]

The plan emphasizes strengthening Shanghai's innovation-to-industrialization pipeline, developing Lin-gang into a hub for technology commercialization, a key cluster for emerging industries, a testing ground for new business models, and a preferred destination for young entrepreneurs.

Through differentiated development alongside Zhangjiang Science City, Lin-gang will jointly support Shanghai's goal of becoming a global science and technology innovation center.

Focusing on sectors such as integrated circuits and commercial aviation, Lin-gang will deepen the integration of technological and industrial innovation and establish industry clusters with competitive advantages.

In addition, the plan highlights the development of emerging sectors to drive economic momentum. Lin-gang will promote new business models such as the global expansion of digital cultural content, explore new economies integrating culture, tourism, commerce, sports, and exhibitions, and become a hub for innovative creators and One Person Companies.

According to the plan, by the end of 2027, at least seven world-class research institutions will be operational in the area, the number of high-tech enterprises will exceed 2,000, four sci-tech innovation communities will be established, and more than 40,000 talents will be introduced. By 2030, Lin-gang's science and technology innovation capabilities will be further strengthened, significantly enhancing its ability to commercialize new technology and transforming it into a key pillar of Shanghai's international science and innovation center.

The four sci-tech innovation communities include the Dishui Lake AI Innovation Harbor, focusing on sectors such as digital culture and automotive electronics; the Dishui Lake IC innovation harbor, covering fields like integrated circuits and brain-computer science; the Dishui Lake Financial Bay, oriented toward cross-border services and international finance; and the Dishui Lake international data harbor, centered on digital services, e-commerce livestreaming, and other sectors.

To accelerate the development of Lin-gang sci-tech innovation city, five major action plans have been outlined.

The plans focus on strengthening the commercialization of technology and building a global offshore innovation base; reinforcing leadership in frontier industries while cultivating emerging sectors and expanding cross-border data services; further concentrating innovation and entrepreneurship talent; accelerating capital-driven development; and developing a vibrant innovation ecosystem.