Thanks to our wonderful members both from ANDRITZ and all the friends who joined the event! Seeing ANDRITZ was wonderful.
A special highlight was the lovely and interesting traditional architecture on the premises, which complimented the wonderful rooftop BBQ after the workshop tour.
FinnCham South China Business Visit: ANDRITZ, Foshan
FinnCham South China is pleased to invite its members to an exclusive factory visit at ANDRITZ in Foshan, Guangdong, on Friday, April 11, 2025. This visit offers a unique opportunity to explore the operations of a global leader in hydropower, pulp and paper, metals, and environmental and energy solutions.
About ANDRITZ
ANDRITZ China is dedicated to providing cutting-edge industry plants, equipment, digitalization, and automation services across multiple industries. With a factory area covering over 100,000 square meters in Foshan, the company plays a crucial role in the manufacturing sector in China. The visit will provide insights into their advanced production processes and innovative solutions. ANDRITZ has its headquarters at Graz, Austria, but Pulp & Paper business is originated from Finland. ANDRITZ acquired Kone Wood at 90’s and Ahlström Machinery early 2000.
Why Attend?
The event is designed to offer members a deeper understanding of how Finnish businesses operate in China, particularly in industrial and manufacturing sectors. The visit will also serve as an excellent opportunity to network with fellow professionals and exchange ideas, and gain firsthand knowledge of sustainable business practices and industry advancements.
In addition to the ANDRITZ factory tour, FinnCham South China will provide a brief introduction about its activities, highlighting ongoing initiatives and ways members can engage more actively in the Chamber’s network.
Following the visit, members are welcome to continue discussions and unwind at an optional, self-paid afterparty at nearby Lintiandian in Foshan, providing a relaxed atmosphere to strengthen connections and end the week on a positive note.
Event Details
Date: Friday, April 11, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Foshan Tianbao Road P.R. China 9 Tian Bao Road, West City Industry Zone, Chancheng District 528000 Foshan, Guangdong
How to get there:
You can take Line 2 subway from Guangzhou South Station to either
张槎站 and switch to bus 157 and ride four stops until 消防特勤队站, or
Who Can Attend: FinnCham South China & Hong Kong members. Non-members who would like to join the event, leave your contact information in the sign up survey and we will get back to you.
Event Program
Introduction to ANDRITZ
Factory tour
Short presentation by FinnCham South China & Hong Kong
Networking and refreshments at the roof top.
Optional afterparty at Lintiandian (self-paid)
This event is a great opportunity for members to gain business insights, make new connections, and enjoy a Friday afternoon in an engaging setting.
FBCGD järjesti perinteikkään vuosikokouksen ja Suomi 100 vuotta juhlaillallisen Shekoun Hiltonin tiloissa 6.12.2017. Ruoka maistui, osallistujamäärä ylitti odotukset ja vuosikokouksin pysyi aikataulussa!
Hallitus piti kesäkokouksen Fiboxin Guangzhoun tehtaalla, jossa oli mahdollisuus myös saunomiseen. Tilaisuudessa annettiin lahja Finpron Jari Seiloselle tunnustuksena useita vuosia jatkuneesta yhteistyöstä kanssamme. Jari siirtyi pian kokouksen jälkeen uusiin tehtäviin Taiwanille, edelleen Finpron organisaatioon. Ilman Jarin, hänen edeltäjiensä ja Finpron tukea emme olisi selviytyneet ja pystyneet jatkamaan toimintaamme keskeytyksettä vuodesta 2003 alkaen. Hallitus pohti kokouksessa mm loppuvuoden toimintasuunnitelmaa, jatkajaa Jarin työlle sekä budjettia.
FBC Guangdoning hallitus oli kutsuttu mukaan Guangzhoun Mandarin Oriental -hotellissa pidettyyn tilaisuuteen, jossa juhlistettiin Finnairin uuden Guangzhoun reitin avajaisia. Finnair oli kokeillut ko reittia jo kymmenisen vuotta sitten, mutta nyt se paatettiin avata uudelleen mm kiinalaisten Suomeen ja muualle Eurooppaan suuntautuvaa matkailua helpottamaan. Paikalla olivat mm Finnairin toimitusjohtaja Pekka Vauramo, Suomen Kiinan suurlahettilas Marja Rislakki seka runsas joukko muita kiinalaisia ja suomalaisia, seka suomalaisen median edustajia. FBC Guangdongin hallituksen puheenjohtaja Mika Tavast seka hallituksen jasenet Pekka Kyyriainen, Jari Kaisanlahti, Petri Matikainen ja Ville Majanen olivat paikalla ja tapasivat suurlahettilaan aiemmin paivalla lounaan merkeissa.
Lunch speaker SCMP commentator, former Head of InvestHK Mike Rowse “The role of Hong Kong in the economic and political development of China, Past Present and Future”FBCGD is part of Team Finland and represents its members in meetings such as the one on 17 March 2014. The members of Team Finland in China gathered together in Hong Kong to assess the current situation of Team Finland and think freely ways to solve known problems.
The key conclusion of the meeting was that communication and coordination will enable Team Finland to use all possible resources in a more efficient way. It was also agreed that the cooperation must be continuous and long-term instead of individual events or projects.