Opening Ceremony of the CRRC Eco-Connect Center (Austria)
On September 21, the CRRC Eco-Connect Center (Austria) was officially opened in Vienna.
The ceremony was attended by notable guests, including Chinese Ambassador to Austria, Qi Mei, Commercial Counselor Meng Fanzhuang, Secretary General of the Austrian-Chinese Friendship Association Zhang Hongbin, Director of the Confucius Institute at the University of Vienna Prof. Dr. Richard Trappl, CRRC Executive Director Wang An, Deputy Director of Corporate Culture and Brand Management Department Li Min, and other representatives from 10 Chinese companies in Austria.
Chinese Ambassador to Austria, Qi Mei and CRRC Executive Director Wang An cut the ribbon to mark the official opening of the center.
Wang An, CRRC Executive Director stated in his speech:
“Located in the heart of Europe, Austria is a country with a rich history and a vibrant culture and stands as a leader in innovation and environmental protection. CRRC has consistently adhered to its corporate mission of ‘connecting the world and benefiting mankind,’ and has actively engaged in exchanges and cooperation with the global community. The CRRC Eco-Connect Center (Austria) will undoubtedly become a vital platform for CRRC to interact with local governments, customers, communities, media, and railway fans. It also serves as a testament to the enduring friendship between China and Austria.“
In her address, Qi Mei, China’s Ambassador to Austria, remarked:
“In recent years, the cooperation potential between China and Austria in areas such as advanced manufacturing, new energy, environmental protection, science and technology, the digital economy, organic agriculture, artificial intelligence, and healthcare has steadily expanded and deepened. With the establishment of the CRRC Eco-Connect Center (Austria) , it will take on the role of a builder, contributor, and promoter of friendly cooperation between China and Austria. The space will actively foster communication and collaboration between various parties and contribute to the continued growth of the strategic partnership between our two nations.“
The ceremony was directed by Fu Chengjun, Chairman of CRRC Zhuzhou Locomotive Co., Ltd., who introduced the event with enthusiasm.
The ceremony began with a “Xiang sheng – face and voice” crosstalk performance by Li Chenhao from CRRC ZELC EUROPE, telling the Chinese classical tale ‘Zhuge Liang’s Bet’, captivating the audience and offering a deep appreciation of Chinese culture.
Li Min presented the book “Wen Xin Zheng Dao” to the center.
The CRRC Eco-Connect Center (Austria) is constructed based on CRRC’s “6G Green Development Concept” (green investment, green innovation, green manufacturing, green products, green services, and green enterprises). The center represents both speed and progress, showcasing CRRC’s rapid global development and its accelerating pace of innovation. The space includes exhibition areas with multimedia presentations, train models, China bookshelf, works from CRRC employees, corporate social responsibility and cultural exchange displays. These exhibits highlight CRRC’s history, dating back to its founding in 1881, its industrial structure and its dedicated service to the European market.
The center embodies CRRC’s mission to “Connect the World and Benefit Mankind”, while promoting green transportation solutions and sustainable concepts globally. The CRRC Eco-Connect Center (Austria) allows the local community to learn about and appreciate CRRC’s values without the need to travel abroad.
| The CRRC ZELC Corporate Social Responsibility & Cultural Exchange Center, established in September 2022 and located at the CRRC ZELC Verkehrstechnik GmbH (CRRC ZELC EUROPE) office in Vienna, Austria, aims to strengthen ties between Europe and China. Since its founding, the center has planned and organized over 10 overseas social responsibility and cultural exchange activities, deepening the bonds between the two regions. The center has played an active role in promoting China-Europe cultural cooperation. |
