Landing of the SMC project was expedited thanks to the establishment of the Integrated National Demonstration Zone for Opening up the Services Sector and the China (Beijing) Pilot Free Trade Zone ("two zones" for short) and the specific moves to promote the "two zones” by the Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area. During the incorporation of SMC Investment Management Co., Ltd. and SMC Automation Co., Ltd., strong support was provided by the Chinese government and leaders and departments at all levels in Beijing. The Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area also provided steward service throughout the whole process, and helped the enterprises to quickly obtain relevant licenses.

Relevant policy

The Overall Plan for the China (Beijing) Pilot Free Trade Zone, and Policies on Promoting High Quality Development of Daxing Cluster in the High-end Industrial Area of the China (Beijing) Pilot Free Trade Zone (Trial)

Extended Reading

SMC is a Fortune 500 company, a world-class company on R&D, manufacturing and sales of pneumatic components, and a global leader in the field of pneumatics. As one of the earliest foreign enterprises to invest and develop in the Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area, SMC China has built and operated four projects in the area, including the first, second, and fourth factories, and the R&D center. It is a participant in and witness to the high-quality development of industries in the area. The development of automation in China's high-end, precision and sophisticated industries has expanded the pneumatic industry market. The SMC China Headquarters, now registered in the Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area, will be responsible for SMC's management and operation of investment, manufacturing, R&D, and sales in China. The headquarters will integrate SMC automation, SMC (China) manufacturing, and other manufacturing resources in Beijing, Tianjin, and Guangzhou to accelerate its growth in the Chinese market.