It’s been a huge and impressive period of growth for the city of Jiaozhou in recent years, because this is a city that’s poised to rock the world of manufacturing, wholesale, and export for years to come! With a population of roughly 4 million people in the area, it’s not one of China’s larger cities, but what it lacks in physical size is amply made up in a keen ability to produce quality goods that proudly carry the mark of approval from numerous countries around the globe. If you want to be on the ground floor of getting into trade opportunities with some of China’s next major players in the industry, you’ll need to start right here, because we’re bringing you the information first.

I’ve gotten to know China quite well, and in the past few years of living here it’s been a real learning experience that has often surprised me on a near-daily basis. With so many cities to see here, I’m asked by many in the business about how I come to find what I need to know, and the answer hasn’t changed much over the last few years: relationship-building is key. While most people can’t or won’t simply pack up their things and take a trip to China for months at a stretch, the choices can seem daunting for anyone who wants to make their connections in the market. On the other hand, there are already so many experienced professionals who have been doing the legwork for you, that you really don’t need to make the effort. One great example is Jiaozhou. By expanding their economic policies to include some major investing and cooperation with foreign companies, this is a forward-thinking community of manufacturers, distributors, and planners who can help you to make your first venture into business with China a real success.

One of the biggest reasons this city has taken on a really attractive qualities for foreign investors is because of all the infrastructure improvements and projects that have been in the works over the last decade, in anticipation of those who would need to get situated in a major port hub like Shandong Province, to keep their supply chains running at optimal levels. Great access to Qingdao Logistics Center of the CRMC (China Railway Materials Corporation) and the Qingdao Northern Passenger Transport Station of the JIAOJI Railway, make this an ideal spot. It is a surprisingly short drive from Jiaozhou to Qingdao International Airport, and there are also more than 100 international and domestic airlines working at the Qingdao International Airport. This assures efficient, convenient and affordable transportation between Jiaozhou and over 50 domestic and 10 major international cities, connecting Jiaozhou to every other city in the world. Last but certainly not least, sea ports are nearby, with Qingdao and Qianwan Ports only 30 minutes away by car. To add to the onvenience, both of the expressways from the two ports converge in Jiaozhou. International shipping from Jiaozhou to more than 150 countries is now available, too. With a freight handling capacity of 300 million tons and a container handling capacity of 10 million TEU since 2008, the Qingdao Port is the third largest port in China. Now that’s the power of building the right relationships… and you can be amongst the first to find your opportunity waiting for you in Jiaozhou!