Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong Youth Innovation and Entrepreneur Hub Debuts at GITEX AI ASIA

EHub Connects Global Innovation Resources and Engages Singapore's Innovation Community, with AI and Investment as Core Drivers, Unlocking International Collaboration in Intelligent Manufacturing and Sustainable Technologies

SINGAPORE, April 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Qianhai Shenzhen–Hong Kong Youth Innovation and Entrepreneur Hub (EHub) made its debut at GITEX AI ASIA, marking a significant step in engaging Singapore's innovation ecosystem and integrating more closely with local technology and innovation networks. As a flagship innovation and technology collaboration platform bridging Shenzhen and Hong Kong, EHub leverages its extensive innovation resources, technological strengths, industrial networks, and cross-border service capabilities to support Qianhai-based technology enterprises in entering Singapore and expanding their reach across Southeast Asia. Through integrated innovation support, tech ecosystem empowerment, and tailored international market development services, EHub enables enterprises to accelerate their overseas expansion and enhance their competitiveness in the regional technology market. Concurrently, the platform is actively establishing an international innovation gateway by forging connections with top-tier local universities including the National University of Singapore, Nanyang Technological University, and Singapore Management University, as well as leading regional incubators and investment institutions, with these strategic initiatives aimed at building a sustainable framework for cross-border innovation linkages, industrial cooperation, and investment matching. 

EHub brought three pioneering technology companies to GITEX AI ASIA to present China's latest advances in intelligent manufacturing, industrial intelligence, and low-carbon technologies. Their participation reflects a broader push toward expansion into Southeast Asian and international markets. As one of Asia's premier AI and technology gatherings with global influence, GITEX AI ASIA focuses on building trust and scaling innovation, bringing together top-tier resources across cutting-edge technology and investment. It functions as a key connector between Asian and global innovation ecosystems, and as a central platform for technology companies and institutions to grow their international presence.

By participating in the exhibition, EHub enhanced its global visibility and showcased the achievements of Shenzhen–Hong Kong collaborative innovation and Qianhai's technology ecosystem. The event brought together high-quality industry resources, capital partners, and technology collaborators from Southeast Asia and around the world, providing EHub with a direct and highly efficient platform to facilitate cross-border innovation and support Qianhai-based companies in expanding internationally. This setting enabled closer alignment with priorities including overseas market entry, technology partnerships, and investment opportunities. Singapore, recognized as a leading innovation hub in Southeast Asia and a global gateway, offers a well-established startup ecosystem, robust financial infrastructure, world-class academic resources, and an open, internationally oriented policy framework. These attributes position Singapore as a strategic entry point into the Southeast Asian innovation ecosystem and a springboard for accessing ASEAN and global markets. Building on Singapore's geographic and ecosystem advantages, EHub aims to accelerate connections across the region and deepen cooperation between Qianhai and Singapore in areas such as startup incubation, technology commercialization, talent development, and industrial deployment. These efforts are intended to enable Qianhai-based businesses to enter regional markets more efficiently while driving global expansion and cross-border collaboration.

The participating companies span key sectors including construction robotics, machine hearing, and advanced energy-saving materials, demonstrating the strength of Qianhai's innovation ecosystem in integrating deep-tech capabilities into real-world applications.

Castor Construction Robotics Ltd., a rising company in the field of smart construction, focuses on introducing automation into high-intensity and repetitive construction processes. Its proprietary fully automated rebar-tying robots and intelligent construction solutions have already achieved commercial deployment across Hong Kong SAR, mainland China, and the Middle East, providing an efficient and scalable pathway for modernizing traditional construction practices.

Synovate Technologies (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. specializes in machine hearing technologies, employing high-precision detection and advanced data analytics to deliver comprehensive lifecycle quality and health management solutions for complex electromechanical systems. Its offerings are widely used in automotive, energy, and aerospace sectors, demonstrating the international competitiveness of China's industrial intelligence technologies.

i2Cool Ltd. showcased an innovative cooling material that operates without electricity. Based on a proprietary nanomaterial system, the product significantly reduces surface temperatures and can be applied across buildings, industrial settings, and everyday environments, offering a practical solution for energy efficiency and emissions reduction.

All three companies view their participation as a key opportunity to expand internationally, with a focus on Singapore and the Southeast Asian market. They are actively exploring local partnerships, industrial cooperation, and investment opportunities. By engaging in the premier global technology exhibition, they aim to strengthen their international presence and lay the groundwork for regional market entry. Their participation reflects the broader momentum of Qianhai's technology companies in going global and highlights the active role of Chinese innovation in the ongoing wave of technological and industrial transformation. EHub will continue to build international collaboration platforms, supporting top-tier companies in connecting with and integrating into the global innovation ecosystem.

About EHub

Jointly initiated by the Qianhai Authority, the Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups, and the Shenzhen Youth Federation, the Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong Youth Innovation and Entrepreneur Hub ("EHub") is an internationally oriented innovation and entrepreneurship platform that officially launched operations on 7 December 2014.

EHub focuses on strategic sectors including artificial intelligence, embodied intelligence, life and health technologies, cultural and sports tech, and fintech, it was named the only national cross-border demonstration zone for youth innovation and entrepreneurship, and the Guangdong-Hong Kong and Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area youth innovation and entrepreneurship bases.

Ehub launched the "1510" development model in August 2024. This model fosters a cross-border ecosystem through subsidized workspace, dedicated funds, and comprehensive services, empowering startups and young talent from both Shenzhen and Hong Kong.

As of March 2026, we are home to 417 enterprises, 91 are recognized national high-tech enterprises, and collectively, our park companies have raised over RMB 8.4 billion in funding to date.

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Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong Youth Innovation and Entrepreneur Hub Debuts at GITEX AI ASIA

Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong Youth Innovation and Entrepreneur Hub Debuts at GITEX AI ASIA

Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong Youth Innovation and Entrepreneur Hub Debuts at GITEX AI ASIA

Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong Youth Innovation and Entrepreneur Hub Debuts at GITEX AI ASIA

HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, April 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ardingly College Vietnam Joint Stock Company, in collaboration with Vietnam Prosperity Joint Stock Commercial Bank (VPBank), officially announces the launch of a Financial–Education solution named "World Ready," exclusively designed for parents of students at Ardingly College Vietnam. This innovative financial solution aims to support families seeking international education for their children by enabling long-term financial planning with peace of mind, while preserving their initial capital for future educational stages beyond secondary school.

This marks the first time in Vietnam that a financial solution has been developed through a strategic partnership between a bank and an educational institution, offering a unique dual-benefit model for parents. Specifically, with an initial savings deposit (depending on the selected duration, programme, and study format), parents can enroll in the "World Ready" package, under which VPBank guarantees full payment of tuition fees and related expenses throughout the student's study period at Ardingly College Vietnam, with no additional costs incurred. Upon completion of the contracted programme, parents will receive back 100% of their initial principal, along with any remaining accrued interest (if applicable, depending on chosen options).

A key advantage of the programme is the full protection of the initial investment at a reputable financial institution, while shielding parents from any annual tuition fee increases. This ensures complete confidence in long-term financial planning for their children's education.

The "World Ready" Financial–Education package is also considered a practical, cost-efficient, and effective solution for corporations, including multinational companies operating in Vietnam, in designing educational benefit policies for their senior employees' children—particularly amid ongoing global uncertainties in exchange rates, interest rates, and operational costs.

"World Ready," the name of this integrated Financial–Education solution, is also the core slogan of Ardingly College Vietnam, reflecting its educational philosophy: preparing students to thrive in a dynamic and ever-changing world.

About Ardingly College Vietnam
Ardingly College Vietnam is an authentic British boarding school in Vietnam, developed through a partnership between Khoi Nguyen Investment Group (KNI) and Ardingly College UK—a prestigious British boarding school established in 1858. In the UK, Ardingly College ranks among the top 40 independent boarding schools and is recognized as a leading school for International Baccalaureate (IB) academic results.

Ardingly College Vietnam inherits a modern and well-equipped campus with a total investment of nearly VND 700 billion, formerly the Canada International School Lao Cai (CIS Lao Cai), developed by KNI and located in the administrative center of the former Lao Cai province. With strong infrastructure advantages, particularly its newly completed premium boarding facilities (as of October 2025), Ardingly College

Vietnam, as part of the global Ardingly College family, fully adopts the educational philosophy, operational model, quality standards, and distinctive British boarding system of Ardingly College UK.

Guided by the "World Ready" philosophy, Ardingly College Vietnam is committed to the holistic development of students in academics, skills, and character, preparing them for international higher education and to become global citizens in an ever-evolving world.

Academic Programmes

Ardingly College Vietnam currently offers two educational pathways, both available in day and boarding formats:

• Bilingual Programme: Based on the Vietnamese Ministry of Education and Training (MOET) curriculum from Grade 1 to Grade 12, integrated with English as a Second Language (ESL) following Oxford international standards. The programme leads to the Vietnamese High School Diploma.
• International Programme: Based on the OxfordAQA curriculum from Grade 6 to Grade 12/Sixth Form, leading to IGCSE and A-Level qualifications.

Both programmes accept boarding students from Grade 6 (age 11) to Grade 12 (age 18), regardless of nationality or gender. The school is currently recruiting for its inaugural academic year 2026–2027 and is offering only 100 "World Ready" Financial–Education packages for first-year students.

 

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Ardingly College Vietnam (ACVN) Partners with Vietnam Prosperity Joint Stock Commercial Bank (VPBank) to Launch "World Ready" Financial-Education Solution

Ardingly College Vietnam (ACVN) Partners with Vietnam Prosperity Joint Stock Commercial Bank (VPBank) to Launch "World Ready" Financial-Education Solution