ANNUAL - AHK - AHKs

ANNUAL 

REPORT 

ANNUAL REPORT 2009 

2009 

German Chamber of Commerce . Shanghai

Mr. Arved von zur Mühlen 

Chairman of the Board 

GCC • Shanghai 

Mr. Manfred Rothgänger 

Executive Director 

GCC • Shanghai 

PREFACE 

Dear Members of the German Chamber of 

Commerce in Shanghai, 

With so much excitement building around 

2010, it is easy to glance over the significance 

of the freshly retired 2009. The 

financial crisis reminded us that there are 

always challenges which must be faced; 

but they can be overcome. A new government 

in Germany looks poised to do just 

this, while preparations for the Shanghai 

World EXPO 2010 continue to move ahead 

at full speed. 

Still, no matter how you choose to view 

the past year, for the Chamber it has to be 

seen as a successful one overall. Our thanks 

go out to the Chamber’s board members, 

workshop moderators and dedicated staff 

members, and everyone who joined us in 

making this past year so memorable. 

The term “financial crisis” is already ingrained 

into our daily conversation, but the 

Chamber remains resilient. The number of 

Chamber members has once again grown, 

now totalling 1,137. Also, due to the 

Chamber’s dedication to excellence, meetings 

and events continued to hold high attendance. 

None of this though would have 

been possible without the goodwill, knowledge 

and charisma of our many speakers. 

We thank them for sharing their time and 

expertise with us. 

With so much support and input received, 

the Chamber feels a strong obligation to 

give back its share to the community we 

live in. As in previous years, the focus on 

education was continued through developing 

skilled workers at the AHK-supported 

Vocational Training Centre in Taicang. The 

successful institution continues to progress 

and give local talents a basis for successful 

living while contributing German companies 

in the area with qualified skilled workers. 

We look forward to partaking in further 

sustainable endeavours such as this 

one in the future. A signing ceremony in 

December for the AHK’s second vocational 

training centre in the Yangtze Delta is set 

to bring German educational standards also 

to Wuxi. 

A project of more immediate aid was the 

rebuilding of a primary school in Qingchuan, 

one of the hardest hit areas of the 

devastating Sichuan earthquake. The German 

Chamber of Commerce • Shanghai 

acted as lead sponsor with a donation of 

RMB 650,000 for the ‘Friends for Friends’ 

project, which was initiated by the Taicang 

Roundtable with the support of German 

companies and private donors. Just over a 

year after the earthquakes, the cornerstone 

for the new ‘Hope School’ was laid in June 

2009. 

Catering to the community back at its 

home base, a refreshed team at the Chamber 

put on another fantastic German Ball in 

November - still the undisputed highlight 

of the social calendar in Shanghai. The 

classics tend repeat themselves, but there 

are always new ideas unfolding. Make sure 

to keep an eye on what we have in store 

for the start of a new year! 

As the year on our calendar changes, we 

are reminded that the world around us is 

constantly revolving. This will only become 

more evident as the Expo draws closer. As 

these changes come to pass, we must be 

sure to embrace them using them to our 

advantage, instead of fighting them to our 

detriment. With so much to look forward 

to, we hope to share as much joy as possible 

with our members in the next decade. 

May the next year bring you good fortune, 

health and happiness. 

Yours truly, 

Arved von zur Mühlen 

Manfred Rothgänger 

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About us 

German Chamber of Commerce • Shanghai 

Chamber Board Shanghai | Chamber Team Shanghai 

Membership Development 

Member Distribution 

Membership Types 

Event Participants Survey 2009 

Chamber Events 

Chamber Meetings 

Workshops / JV Round Table Events 2009 

Events Neighbouring Provinces 

Special Events 

In Focus: Special Events 

Greater China Day – Chances in the Crisis 

In Focus: Fairs 

Special Seminars & Delegations 

12th German Ball 

Qingchuan School Project 

Outlook 2010 

Services 

Upcoming Social Events

ABOUT US 

120 locations in 80 countries 

The members of the German Chamber Network, the AHKs, are present in all countries of particular interest for the 

German Industry and Commerce (GIC). AHKs provide support services to both German and host country companies in 

the development of their business. 

Under the DEinternational brand, the AHKs offer their commercial services at market prices in line with performance. 

Basic services like market entry support, market information, legal assistance and address research are provided by 

the AHKs all over the world. Depending on the size and location of an AHK, additional specialized services may be 

provided. 

In China 

According to Chinese legislation bilateral chambers are not yet allowed in the People’s Republic. Therefore the AHK 

in China is a delegation office at pre-stage for the foundation of a full fledged AHK. There are three offices of the 

Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Mainland China (Beijing, Guangzhou and Shanghai) as well as 

Delegation offices in Hong Kong and Taipei. These offices all operate under the umbrella of AHK as the official representation 

of the German industry. 

The office of the Delegation of German Industry and Commerce • Shanghai operates since 1994 and has developed a 

strong cooperation with all German institutions in China. 

To also offer the benefits of a membership and networking platform and support services to German companies in 

China, the German Chamber of Commerce and the GIC – German Industry and Commerce have been founded. 

The German Chamber of Commerce has its official registration in Beijing and consists of three equal regional chambers 

in Beijing, Guangzhou and Shanghai. Each chamber has its own localized setup to fulfill the requests of its 

members. The chambers are financed exclusively through membership fees and corporate sponsorship and receive no 

financial support from Germany. 

The GIC bundles the service functions of the AHK in China. It has been founded in 2001 and since then has helped 

coordinate the market entries of more than 400 companies. Over 20,000 inquiries from 5,000 customers per year 

give evidence of the experience of the nine GIC Greater China offices in Beijing, Guangzhou, Hangzhou, Hong Kong, 

Ningbo, Qingdao, Shanghai, Taicang and Taipei. 

German 

Industry & Commerce 

(GIC) 

Delegation office 

German 

Chamber of Commerce 

GCC . Shanghai 

The German Chamber of Commerce • Shanghai has truly experienced 

a year of expansion, and we look forward to broadening our services 

in 2009. More events, more neighboring cities, and more opportunities 

for our members to build their China network. 

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Chamber Board Shanghai 

Chamber Team Shanghai 

Ms. Michaela Beck 

Head of Chamber 

Department 

Mr. Bernhard Porpaczy 

Product Manager 

GC Ticker 

Chairman 

Mr. Sebastian Zettelmeier 

Social Event & 

Marketing Manager 

Mr. Arved von zur Mühlen 

Managing Director Greater China 

Lufthansa German Airlines 

Treasurer 

Mr. Thomas Dorn 

CEO Vossloh Fastening Systems (China) Co. Ltd. 

Dr. Rolf Hupke 

CEO Analogic Corporation 

Mr. Günther Strobel* 

Managing Director 

DEKRA (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. 

* until December 2009 

Mr. Rainer Burkardt 

Partner, Head of German Desk 

Squire, Sanders & Dempsey L.L.P. 

Ms. Li Yandi 

Project Manager 

Vice Chairman* 

Mr. Elmar E. Weitzel 

Executive Vice President 

Bosh (China) Investment Ltd. 

*until August 2009 

Executive Director 

Mr. Manfred Rothgänger 

Chief Representative 

Delegation of German 

Industry & Commerce Shanghai 

Mr. Ulrich Mäder 

Chairman of the Board 

POLYMAX (Shanghai) Trading Co. Ltd. 

Ms. Brigitte Wolff 

Managing Director 

Management Engineers China Ltd. 

Mr. Jan Höpper 

Regional Manager 

Shanghai 

Mr. Sebastian Wegener 


Zhejiang & Jiangsu Provinces 

Ms. Liu Li 

Chamber Team Assistant 

Membership Development Shanghai 

Membership Distribution Beijing 


Associate 

Additional 

Single Principal 

Wholly Principal 6 


Special 

Total 

Private 

Additional 

Principal 



Special 

Total 

0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 

Membership Development South China 

Private 

Additional 

Single Principal 

Special 

Total 

0 200 400 

600 800 1000 1200 

0 50 100 150 200 250 

2009 

2008 

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IN FOCUS: 

MEMBERSHIP SHANGHAI 2009 

Member Distribution 

n Member distribution in total 

Members in Shanghai 

Members in the 

Neighbouring 

Provinces 

Members abroad 

235 

n Member distribution Neighbouring Provinces 

Taicang 53 23% 

Suzhou 50 21% 

Wuxi 18 8% 

Others in Jiangsu Province 16 7% 

Nanjing 15 6% 

Other cities & provinces 15 6% 

Hangzhou 14 6% 

Membership Types 

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n Member distribution by gender 

Male members 

Female members 

Kunshan 14 6% 

Changzhou 9 4% 

Anhui Province 9 4% 

Ningbo 7 3% 

Others in Zhejiang Province 7 3% 

Shandong Province 6 3% 

Sichuan 2 1% 

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Type Benefit No. of Employees Price 

Wholly Principal Developed in order to grant a larger group of people access to the amenities of a membership 500+ RMB 9,000 

Membership All employees can benefit from member rates and discounts Less than 500 RMB 6,000 

Designated employees may also receive a membership card 

The main representative will be listed in the Membership Directory and has the right to vote 

Single Principal Refers to a company with one representative member 1 representative RMB 4,000 

Membership Other employees may become members with the purchase of an additional membership 

The representative is listed in the Membership Directory 

Additional Requires a Single Principal Membership 1 per membership RMB 1,500 

Membership Listed in the Membership Directory 

Associate Individuals who do not belong to a company or organization 1 per membership RMB 1,500 

Membership Does not include the right to vote at Board Elections 

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IN FOCUS: 

EVENT PARTICIPANTS SURVEY 2009 

Every year the German Chamber of Shanghai is evaluating all the questionnaires that have been handed out to event 

participants in order to improve our customer service. In 2008 we received 552 completed surveys from a total of 

961 workshop participants (57.44%). In 2009 we already received 762 filled-in surveys from our 1329 workshop 

participants during 39 events, a response rate of 58.48%. 

n Participants satisfaction 2009 (all events) 

Event as a whole 


Organisation 

Moderation 

Presentation Style 

Content 


Organisation 

Moderation* 


Content 

0 1 2 3 4 5 

n Participants satisfaction (workshops): 

* Moderation not evaluated in 2008 

1.76 

1.78 

1.63 

1.69 

1.88 

1.79 

1.71 

1.90 

1.89 

1.79 

1.78 

1.88 

1.69 

1.84 

1.79 

1.90 

1.90 

1.79 

1.90 

Chamber meetings 

All workshops 

Workshops 2009 

Workshops 2008 

0 1 2 3 4 5 

Scale: 1 (very good), 2 (good), 3 (fair), 4 (did not like it), 5 (did not like it at all)

IN FOCUS: 

EVENT PARTICIPANTS SURVEY 2009 

n Participant satisfaction (Chamber Meetings): 


Organisation 

Moderation 


Content 

n Key reasons for participants to attend: 

Acquisition of clients / employees 

Exchange of experiences 

Care of existing contacts 

Networking 

Speaker 

Topic 

Shanghai Workshops and JVRT 

Chamber Meetings 

4% 6% 

4% 

15% 

25% 

27% 

27% 

1.76 

1.88 

1.63 

1.70 

1.88 

1.83 

1.71 

1.88 

1.89 

1.88 

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41% 

45% 

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% 

n Chamber & workshop / JVRT participation 2009: 

961 

0 500 100 1500 2000 

56% 

1329 

Chamber meetings 2009 

Chamber meetings 2008 

0 1 2 3 4 5 

Scale: 1 (very good), 2 (good), 3 (fair), 4 (did not like it), 5 (did not like it at all) 

Chamber meetings 

All workshops 

1535 

86% 

Participants 2009 

Participants 2008 

1895 

Chamber Events 

GCC • Shanghai hosts a broad range of events including everything 

from entertaining social evenings to informative breakfast seminars. 

Our team strives to tailor each event to the needs of our members 

and we push to maximize the longterm rewards of being an active 

member of the GCC • Shanghai. 


JANUARY 15 

FEBRUARY 26 

MARCH 26 

CHAMBER 

Sino-german economic relationships – recent developments, perspectives 

and new initiatives 

January 15 th , 2009 

Consul General Dr. von der Heyden 

Dr. Albrecht von der Heyden, the German consul general, opened his speech with a short review 

of the last year and than gave speculations about the future development of China. In 

this case, the speaker underlines the growing importance of bilateral relationships. The aim 

is to overrun 100 million Euros in the bilateral trade between China and Germany till 2010. 

The speaker commended the strong Sino-German relationships which include economical issues, 

culture, science, and education. The speaker stresses the importance of the growing bilateral 

cross linking especially in the case of job trainings. In this regard, Dr. von der Heyden 

commends the training center in Taicang, which educates Chinese students according to the 

German dual system. 

Balancing Work and Life in a Fast-Paced Environment 

February 26 th , 2009 

Ms. Doris Rathgeber, OMD, General Manager and Founder of Body & Soul – Medical Clinics 

Chairman of GCC • Shanghai, Mr. Arved von zur Mühlen, welcomed the audience full of senior 

executives who have to deal with the hustle of China’s economic capital. Speaker for the 

evening, Ms. Doris Rathgeber, shared her experiences and thoughts on keeping a balance 

in a fast-paced, hectic city such as Shanghai. The aim of Work-Life Balance is to keep one’s 

input and output of energies on an equalized level. Harmful lifestyle habits are the easiest 

preventable factors and include three main groups, dietary habits, self-medication and 

physical exercise. Ms. Rathgeber recommended the audience to develop more consciousness 

concerning their lifestyles to pay attention to one’s nutrition, to exercise and to consult a 

doctor in case of health conditions. 

Germany and China: A Programme and a Corporate Success Story 

March 26 th , 2009 

Mr. Michael König, Geschäftsführer Bayer (China) Ltd., 

Botschafter Dr. Wolfgang Röhr, Leiter des Arbeitsstabes Deutschland-China im Auswärtigen Amt 

After Ambassador Röhr’s status report on the event series “Germany and China – Moving 

Ahead Together”, Ambassador Dr. Wolfgang Röhr, introduced the project “Deutschland und 

China – Gemeinsam in Bewegung”, a joint initiative of the two countries. The three year programme 

will culminate in the Shanghai World Expo in 2010. Next Mr. Michael König, General 

Manager of Bayer China and Bayer MaterialScience China, reviewed the German chemical giant’s 

successful China history. Speaking of the predicted outcome and affects of the economic 

crisis on his company, Mr. König noted that the shrinking consumer markets and the struggling 

automotive industry have also affected Bayer’s sales figures for the last quarter of 2008. Nevertheless, 

Bayer remains confident about the future and the great potential that China holds. 

MEETINGS 

China’s Road to 2050: A Precise Analysis 

April 23 rd , 2009 

Mr. Jörg Wuttke, President, European Union Chamber of Commerce in China; Chief Representative, 

BASF (China) Company Ltd. 

Chairman of the evening, Mr. Elmar Weitzel, welcomed the audience and speaker, Mr. Jörg 

Wuttke, the President of the European Union Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Wuttke provided a 

very topical and outspoken account of the current status and outlook for China until 2050. 

The speaker stressed China’s weak and slowing private consumption as a particular area of 

concern. Stronger focus should go into the stimulation of private consumption through increased 

spending in education, healthcare and smart technologies. These measures would help 

prepare China well for its undisputed future role as the single largest contributor to the global 

economy. Developing China into a service-focused, rather than a processing-driven economy 

will therefore become even more crucial to secure enough employment for its growing cities. 

Sustainability at the Shanghai Expo 2010 

May 21 st , 2009 

Mr. Pascal Berger, PLAYZE Architects 

Mr. Goetz Lehmann, Chief Representative China, Triad Projektgesellschaft mbH 

Mr. Holger Morneweg, General Manager, German Industry & Commerce Shanghai Co., Ltd 

Ms. Jing Ying, Deputy District Manager of Putuo District in Shanghai 

Mr. Jens Kump, Office Manager, HPP International Planungsgesellschaft mbH Shanghai 

Mr. Christian Sommer, CEO and Chairman, German Centre for Industry & Trade Shanghai 

The panel presentation on Germany at next year’s Shanghai Expo was kicked off by Pascal Berger 

of PLAYZE Architects, the local architect of Germany’s ‘balancity’ pavilion. Götz Lehmann of TRI- 

AD introduced ‘Urban Planet’. Jointly presented by Ms. Ying and Mr. Morneweg was the ‘Zhong|De’ 

project. Mr. Kump and his company HPP won the bid for the so-called ‘Expo Village’ on which 

they gave a briefing. Then, closing the round of panellists, Mr. Sommer from the German Centre 

introduced his project called ‘Living & Working in Balancity – Experience the Quality of Life’. 

Good News at Last: 85% Growth in Times of “Crisis” 

June 25 th , 2009 

Mr. Ulrich Walker, Board Member, GCC • Beijing & Executive Vice President, Daimler AG; 

Chairman & CEO, Daimler Northeast Asia Ltd. 

Starting his presentation, Mr. Ulrich Walker pointed out that even an economic growth of 

“only” 6-7% is still an excellent condition for an expansion in the market. China still has a 

huge demand for cars and luxury goods. With a focus on “Green Luxury”, heavy investments 

in R&D of innovative power train technologies and the introduction of car leasing in China, 

the company plans to maintain and further develop its stronghold in the biggest automotive 

market of the near future. 

The June Chamber Meeting was not only the last one before the summer break, but also Mr. 

Weitzel’s last event as Vice Chairman of the German Chamber of Commerce • Shanghai. 


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CHAMBER 

Farewell with a Plea 

August 27 th , 2009 

Prof. Norbert Walter, Chief Economist of Deutsche Bank Group 

A record number of 293 guests, among them Consul General Dr. Albrecht von der Heyden, 

had come to attend the first Chamber Meeting after the summer break. Dr. Jari Grosse-Ruyken, 

Vice-Director of the Chinese-German University Preparatory College (CDHK) at Tongji 

University, introduced his institute that is closely collaboration with industry to train the future 

talents needed by German companies in China. Chairman of the evening, Mr. Arved von 

zur Mühlen, opened the floor for the keynote speaker, Professor Walter. He quickly captured 

the audience with his free speech and welcomed a number of questions. The speaker also 

called on Europe and Asia to become more assertive and seize the new openness of America 

under Obama to treat them as equal partners. 

Expats vs. Flexpats 

September 24 th , 2009 

Dr. Martin Posth, Former Board Member, VW AG 

Mr. Rolf Köhler, HR Director, Freudenberg Group Asia 

Mr. Frank Quosdorf, Chairman and Co-Founder, Totuba 

The host for the evening, Mr. von zur Mühlen, began by giving two striking statistics: According 

to the 2009 Global Association Research Survey the country with the most expats in 

the world is China (19% of total expats), but failure quota is also highest in the world, with 

20% of China expats returning or moving on before the end of their initial term. He then 

handed the podium over to the panel. Dr. Posth shared that he considers it a “time of opportunity” 

for expats. Mr. Köhler discussed how he sees expats in China as “luxury-expats.” Mr. 

Quosdorf coined the new term “flexpat” for himself and his contemporaries, sharing what 

the means. Finally, a Q&A session was held to discuss all the topics covered. 

A Level Playing Field 

October 29 th , 2009 

Mr. Jörg Wuttke, President, European Union Chamber of Commerce in China & Chief Representative, 

BASF (China) Company Limited 

Keynote speaker Mr. Jörg Wuttke led with a few impressive statistics of the 9th Position 

Paper of the European Union Chamber of Commerce, the body headed by Mr. Wuttke as its 

President. In spite of a still growing market and slowly but steadily recovering growth rates, 

China also seems to offer more headaches to foreign investors than ever before. The number 

of specific EU recommendations for China gathered in the report this year has grown twofold 

from 250 last year to over 500. Still, two thirds of the 300+ survey respondents expressed 

optimism about the Chinese economy. Closing his powerful presentation, Mr. Wuttke 

called for an understanding of a level playing field between China and Europe. 

MEETINGS 

Annual review 2009 and outlook 2010 

December 10 th , 2009 

Consul General Dr. von der Heyden 

Consul General Dr. Albrecht von der Heyden’s speech regarding the last year focused on the 

topics “world financial crisis”, “the impacts of the Lisbon contract for the European Union” 

as well as the “Expo-preparations”. 

Germany as well as China had to struggle with the world financial crisis in 2009, but both 

managed to overcome it really well. The biggest German event series in a foreign country 

so far under the slogan "Germany and China - Moving Ahead Together“ finds its end in the 

Expo 2010. Till the start of the expo, there is still a lot of work to do, but Dr. von der Heyden 

is confident to present Germany in a proper way. He thanks all participants and helpers. 

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CHAMBER-MEETING PARTICIPANTS 

2008 

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August 

September 

October 

December 

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173 

184 

190 

210 

262 

280 

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Workshop/JVRT 

Automotive 

Construction 

Controlling 

Energy Saving 

Environmental Protection 

Young Professionals 

IT 

JVRT 

WORKSHOPS+JVRT 

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Tax Finance Law 

Human Resources 

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Automotive 

n January 20 th 2009 

Challenges SVW Purchasing 2009 

Mr. Thorsten Brand, Shanghai Volkswagen 

n April 20 th , 2009 

Auto Shanghai 2009 

Consul General Dr. Albrecht von der Heyden, Anting City Mayor Ms. Li Xue 

Mr. Bräunig, German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) 

n July 1 st , 2009 

Strategy & Controlling VW Group China 

Bernd Pichler, SAIC-Volkswagen Sales Co., Ltd. 

n December 7 th , 2009 

Dealer Network Development and Qualification in the Premium Car Segment 

Mr. Jon Flinn, Porsche China (Motors) Ltd. 

Construction 

n May 26 th , 2009 

Current status and development of China green buildings 

Mr. Sun Daming, Academy of Building Research Shanghai Branch, 

Green and Ecological Building Development Center 

n October 27 th , 2009 

Shanghai’s Future - An Overview of current major Urban Planning Projects 

Prof. Dr. Zheng Shiling, Vrbau Building Bureau Shanghai 

n December 1 st , 2009 

How to optimize building performance 

Dr. Andreas Ermann, GSN Property Services Co., Ltd. 

Controlling 

n March 4 th , 2009 

Stand des Controllings aus Sicht eines Praktikers 

Mr. Bernd Pichler, SAIC-Volkswagen Sales Co., Ltd. 

n November 25 th , 2009 

Effizientes Controlling des Chinageschäfts durch ERP 

Mr. Jürgen Kracht, Fiducia Management Consultants 

Mr. Siegfried Meier, Voith IT Solutions GmbH 

Energy Savings 

n May 6 th , 2009 

Resource Efficiency at Industry Parks in China 

Ms. Bing Tian, ARQUM GmbH 

(Gesellschaft für Arbeitssicherheits-, Qualitäts- und Umweltmanagement mbH)

n June 29 th , 2009 

How foreign invested companies can benefit from the Chinese government’s solar power 

system grant for their operations in China 

Mr. Henning Schulze, COLEXON Energy AG, Shanghai Representative Office 


n March 5 th , 2009 

Industrielle Enstaubung und Luftreinhaltung 

Mr. Wolfgang Uhrmann, Keller Lufttechnik GmbH + Co. KG, Shanghai Office 

n June 22 th , 2009 

Überblick und Entwicklung des Marktes für Umwelt- und Entsorgungstechnologie in China 

Mr. Thomas Dorn, Vossloh Fastening Systems (China) Co. Ltd. 

n August 25 th , 2009 

Gemeinsamer Auftritt während der IFAT 2010 in Shanghai (Internal Workshop) 

Mr. Daniel Tweer, REMONDIS Shanghai Representative Office 


How large is your Footprint? Carbon footprint and energy efficiency in the process industry 

and how it can save you money 

Dr. Dieter Heinz, Bayer Technology and Engineering (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. 


n March 11 st , 2009 

Strategic Talent Development in China – Local Needs and Measures to Implement them 

Ms. Katrin Braun, MACHWUERTH TEAM INTERNATIONAL, MTI 

n April 2 nd , 2009 

Interim Management - Another Management Approach to master Challenges 

Mr. Frank Elzinga, IMS Interim Management Solutions 

n June 16 th , 2009 

Talent Management in Times of the Crisis 

Mr. Stephan Weidinger, China Europe International Business School (CEIBS) 


Salary development 2009 and outlook 2010: company action and actual trends 

Ms. Stella Hou, Hewitt Associates Consulting (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. 

Ms. Lisa Wei, Hewitt Associates Consulting (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. 

Information Technology 

n April 1 st , 2009 

RFID and Auto ID Solutions – Applications in Retail, Logistics and Industry 

Mr. Dieter Hahn, Head of RFID/AutoID Solutions, T-Systems 


JVRT 

n January 2 nd , 2009 

Die wichtigste Frage für 2009 - Wie kommt man gestärkt aus dem Tal? 

Mr. Alexander Fischer, Roedl & Partner Legal Shanghai Representative Office 

n March 19 th , 2009 

Rezession in China – Welche Zielsetzung verfolgt die Chinesische Regierung und wie kann 

die Umsetzung in der Praxis sein? 

Mr. Prof. Xiaobao Yan, General Director, Modern Management Center 

n April 16 th , 2009 

Ein 2. Mal China: Gründe für die Rückkehr und Erfolgsaussichten - Ein Erfahrungsaustausch 

Mr. Emil Schlumpf, Managing Director, RITZ Instruments Transformers Shanghai Co. Ltd 

n May 14 th , 2009 

Analysis of the future for Expatriates in China 

Ms. Grace Zhou, Senior Consultant, Hewitt Greater China 

Mr. Peter Zhang, Leader, Hewitt Greater China 

Ms. Ana Ramos, Managing Director – Shanghai, AIMS Int’l - Greater China, Human Capital Partners 

n June 18 th , 2009 

Praxisnahe deutsche Bildungsmodelle als Weg aus dem Fachkräftemangel in China 

Martin Abendschein, Koerber Schleifring Machinery (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. 

Wilhelm Dittrich, German Industry & Commerce Shanghai Co., Ltd. 

Prof. Dr. Tobias Specker, Chinesisch-Deutsche Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften (CDHAW) 

n September 17 th , 2009 

China follows WTO recommendation on import taxes – 

What are the implications for foreign businesses and what can be expected next? 

Prof. Feng Jun, SCC/WTO Shanghai WTO Affairs Consultation Centre 

n October 22 nd , 2009 

Vergleich zwischen dem chinesischen und europäischen Bankensystem 

Dr. Gerhard Hinterhäuser, PICC Asset Management Co., Ltd., MEAG 


Products designed for China and the Asian markets successfully produced in China 

Mr. Franz Michael Oppermann, DMG Machine Tools (Shanghai) 

Marketing&Sales 

n February 16 th , 2009 

Maximize the Impact of your online Presence in China 

Dr. Frank Knapp, Psyma Research and Consulting GmbH 

n March 31 st , 2009 

3 simple facts for turning your lifetime skills and interests into a lucrative and liberating income abroad 

Dr. Debi Yohn, Founder of CollegeWorks101.com 

n May 19 th , 2009 

Improve your Internet presence in China via SEO 

Mr. Florian Zeim, mediaman internet design consulting (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. 


How to hire, lead and motivate a winning Sales Team in China 

Mr. C.J. Ng, Executive Director, Directions Management Consulting Pte Ltd.


Rationalizing and effectively utilizing Social Media Marketing in China 

Mr. Michael Adick, northhighland worldwide Ltd. 


n January 14 th , 2009 

Getting ready for the new Transfer Pricing Documentation Rules 

Dr. Wei Shu, Deloitte 

n March 3 rd , 2009 

Navigating the Crisis - Restructuring of Joint Ventures in China 

Mr. Philipp Senff, SJ Berwin LLP 

n April 27 th , 2009 

Compliance: Anti-corruption strategies in China 

Mr. Heiner Braun, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP, Shanghai 

Ms. Amy Sommers, Sanders & Dempsey LLP 

n July 2 nd , 2009 

Das neue chinesische Umwandlungssteuerrecht - Auswirkungen auf Restrukturierungen 

chinesischer Tochtergesellschaften 

Mr. Titus von dem Bongart, Ernst & Young, German Business Center (GBC). 


n June 30 th , 2009 

Kick-off Meeting: Young Professionals 

Working as a Young Professional in China - A Kick-Start to Your Career? 

Mr. Michael Mäder, Direct HR 

Mr. Thomas Seifert, avenit software Shanghai Ltd. 

Prof. Dr. Rolf D. Cremer, China Europe International Business School (CEIBS) 

Mr. Wilf Blackburn, Allianz China 

Mr. Rolf H. Köhler, Freudenberg Management (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. 

Mr. Jack Lim, Korn/Ferry Leadership and Talent Consulting 

Mr. Steve Fisher, Korn/Ferry Leadership and Talent Consulting 

Mr. Arved von zur Mühlen, Lufthansa Greater China 

Mr. Frank Quosdorf, Totuba 


Young Professionals - Success and Fun at the Workplace through Innovation and Creativity 

Mr. Joeri Schilders, WhatIf! 

WORKSHOPLEADER 

Automotive 

Ms. Katrin Ruehr 

Porsche (China) Motors Limited 

Katrin.ruehr@porsche.cn 

021- 2321 5870 

Dr. Marcus Hoffmann 

Roland Berger Strategy Consultants | Shanghai 

Marcus_Hoffmann@rolandberger.com 

021- 5298 6677 

Construction 

Ms. Magali Menant 

econet china 

Menant.magali@sh.china.ahk.de 

021-5081 2266 *1698 

Dr. Ke Qiao 

Shanghai Sto Ltd. 

ke.qiao@stoap.com 

021-5897 2295 

Controlling 

Mr. Ralph Dreher 

PricewaterhouseCoopers Consultants 

(Shanghai) Limited 

ralph.dreher@cn.pwc.com 

021-2323 2723 

Energy Saving 

Mr. Chen Feng 

Siemens Ltd., China 

Feng.Chen@siemens.com 

021-3889 2451 

Seeking Workshop Speakers 

Would you be interested in sharing 

your expertise with the community? Do 

you have a topic which you're passionate 

about and would like to present to 

business leaders in Shanghai? If so, you 

are welcome to contact our Workshop 

Leaders directly or send your topic suggestion 

to our Chamber Team. We are 

looking forward receiving your suggestions, 

enabling us to offer even more 

interesting workshops in 2010. 


Mr. Daniel Tweer 

REMONDIS Shanghai Rep. Office 

Daniel.tweer@remondis.com.cn 

021-5257 4099 

German Chamber Round Table 

(former JVRT) 

Mr. Kurt Fasser 

AHK Senior Advisor 

kurtfasser@hotmail.com 

13916399532 


Mr. Rolf H. Köhler 

Freudenberg Management (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. 

Rolf.koehler@freudenberg.com.cn 

021-5036 6805 

Information Technology 

Mr. Jörg Heil 

hartung:consult 

joerg.heil@hartung.com.cn 

021-6288 3010 

Marketing & Sales 

Ms. Brigitte Wolff 

MANAGEMENT ENGINEERS China Ltd. 

brigitte.wolff@managementengineers.com 

021-6387 0700 


Mr. Titus von dem Bongart 

Ernst&Young 

Titus.bongart@cn.ey.com 

021-228 8888 


Mr. Thomas Seifert 

avenit Software Shanghai Ltd. 

thomas.seifert@avenit.com.cn 

021-5351 0669 

Mr. Michael Mäder 

Direct HR 

m.maeder@directhr.net 

0574-8848 7059 

NEIGHBOURING 

PROVINCES 


Taicang 

n April 17 th , 2009 

Meet the members: Dimo’s Werksbesichtigung 

Zhejiang 


Zhejiang Roundtable: “Anti-corruption: Facts and how to manage the risks!” 

Mr. Rainer Burkhardt, Partner, Squire, Sanders & Dempsey L.L.P 

Suzhou 

n Januar 13 th , 2009 

China Tax Update 2009 – Risks and Opportunities 

Ms. Sarah Chin, National Indirect Tax Partner, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu CPA Ltd 

n April 29 th , 2009 

Verrechnungspreise – Warum Sie JETZT ein Thema für Sie sind 

Mr. Ralph Dreher, PricewaterhouseCoopers Consultants (Shanghai) Limited 

n September 22 nd , 2009 

Anti-corruption: Facts and how to manage the risks! 

Mr. Rainer Burkhardt, Partner, Squire, Sanders & Dempsey L.L.P 


Versicherungsschutz für deutsche Expatriates in China 

Mr. Werner John, Dipl.-Kfm., Seniorberater 


Mr. Rolf H. Köhler, Freudenberg Management (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. 

Kunshan 

March 19 th , 2009 

Kunshan Roundtable 

Kurzarbeit in Kunshan, Entwicklung des KRT in 2009 

Diskussion unter Unternehmern 

July 1 st , 2009 

Kunshan Roundtable 

1. Kurzarbeit – was ist seit dem letzten Treffen passiert? 

2. Einkommenssteuer der Expats – das Finanzamt Kunshan fordert seit Monaten immer mehr Unterlagen 

an, ohne einen Fortschritt oder Ergebnisse in der Sache zu bringen – wie können wir vorgehen 

Diskussion unter Unternehmern 

August 27 th - September 6 th , 2009 

5 th Kunshan International Beer Festival 

September 4 th , 2009 

Member’s Day @ Kunshan Beer Festival 2009

IN FOCUS: 

EVENTS IN NEIGHBOURING PROVINCES 

Member’s Day @ 

KUNSHAN 

BEER 

FESTIVAL 

2009 


As in previous years, GCC • Shanghai invited 

its members to a very special evening in 

Kunshan. Plenty of emptied beer mugs, 

conga lines and stage action heated up the 

tent and made members dance on their 

benches. 

Dimo’s Factory Tour 

n April 17 th , 2009 

GCC members and non-members had the opportunity to gain 

insight to the work of a German butcher in China and to learn 

how to hand-make sausages, enjoying them afterwards at the 

joint barbeque. 

Special Events 

In addition to business events, GCC • Shanghai promotes closer ties 

within the German community through special social events, including 

the German Ball, Happy Hour, Inter-Chamber Christmas Mixer, 

Deutscher Stammtisch und Praktikantenstammtisch. We give our 

members access to VIPs during delegation visits to Shanghai, hosting 

figureheads such as Germany’s chief unionist Mr. Michael Sommer 

and Prime Minster of North Rhine-Westphalia Jürgen Rüttgers. 


IN FOCUS: 

SPECIAL EVENTS 

Happy Hours. Happy Moments. 

15 th May 2009, 30 th October 2009 

Our Members enjoyed the RMB 170 all-you-can-eat and free flow draft beer and soft drinks 

event. Over 200 members stopped by for a delicious dinner buffet, music and cocktails. With 

different themes last year we started the season well off in a traditional Bavarian Beergarden 

environment, while in October it was time for a fancy 80s Party. Dancing and socializing 

until well after 2.30am, members took advantage of the relaxed atmosphere to get to know 

one another and celebrate German culture with their colleagues. 

Asparagus Dinner 

19 th June 2009 

Guests enjoyed a classical 4-course Asparagus Dinner at the Renaissance Yuyuan Hotel. Well 

served with German white wine and beer, the Chef Juan’s delicious organic asparagus creations 

made the evening memorable. The classical live piano music fulfilled this classy dinner. 

Welcome Back Party 

29 th August 2009 

After the summer holidays, the German Chamber of Commerce in China • Shanghai welcomed 

back families and friends with a day of outdoor fun-filled activities, hosted at the 

German School, Euro Campus. Typical summer sun activities such as barbeque, a cake & coffee 

hour, kid games, bouncy castle and live music kept the mood uplifting throughout the 

afternoon and early evening for more than 900 participants. 

Bundesliga is Back! 

7 th February 2009 

The Hofbraeuhaus Pudong hosted this late-night live screening of the game between Werder 

Bremen against Schalke 04 (0:1). An all-you-can-eat-and-drink buffet as well as live music 

during entertained the over 30 fans. 

Shanghai IT Day 

March 25 th 2009, November 3 2009 

In cooperation with the German Chamber, an initiative of European IT companies, with offices 

in Shanghai organized the Shanghai IT Day. These whole-day events offered a variety 

of speeches, discussions of case studies and an exhibition part for their attendants to share 

helpful information of the latest IT topics. 

GREATER CHINA 

CHANCES IN THE CRISIS DAY 

12 th March 2009 

China experts and senior executives 

gathered at this year’s edition of the 

IHK’s annual flagship event on China to 

discuss the future potential for German 

companies for “Greater China Day”. Delegates 

followed the joint call from the organisers, 

this year led by the GCC • Shanghai. 

Together with the Chambers and Delegates 

from Beijing, Guangzhou and, for the first 

time also Hong Kong and Taiwan, the official 

representatives of German industry across 

Greater China made a joint effort to inform 

businesses back home about the current issues 

and outlook of doing business in China. 

China experienced a significant downturn 

since last year’s autumn, but the discussants 

agreed that China’s problems are a luxury 

compared to the ones that other economies 

are facing. This was reiterated by German 

Ambassador in Beijing, Dr. Michael Schäfer 

in his greeting address. He also painted the 

political background picture in present day 

China. On the verge of leaping to the global 

top spot, the country is still far from settled 

in this new role. However, China reaching 

third place after the US and Japan in terms 

of released scientific publications, shows 

that it is nevertheless developing into a 

country of innovations. As a growing player 

in innovative fields, China is increasingly 

accepting the topic of IP protection as 

an area of domestic concern. Corporate 

leaders were even more upbeat about 

the economic prospects. Dr. Rüdiger 

Grube, board member of Daimler AG, 

reconfirmed the prediction that China 

would become the world’s largest car 

manufacturer 

The “new dynamism in Sino-German 

relations”, that Ambassador Dr. Schäfer 

witnessed, was also the call of Gerhard 

Schröder in his keynote. The former 

Chancellor promoted a more proactive 

economic and political approach towards 

China. Building up of trust and mutual 

understanding without open accusations 

is a better way to lead to more openness 

and change from within. Closer integration 

of Germany and China should not be 

confined to the political sphere however. 

Mr. Schröder pleaded for a closer commercial 

interlocking of the two counties 

by means of intensified reciprocal asset 

participations and “no foreclosing 

against Chinese capital” by German legislators 

and businesses. 


IN FOCUS: 

SPECIAL EVENTS 

Sino-German Union Talks 

Business Breakfast with Michael Sommer 

27 th August 2009 

Germany’s chief unionist Mr. Michael Sommer provided a summary of his intensive China 

visit focused on examining the situation of Chinese migrant worker. The Chinese government 

seems to be aware of the social dynamite that the situation of migrant workers holds. 

Efforts to secure minimum standards for the group and the emergence of migrant workers 

being represented in the ACFTU should be seen as positive signals 

Pudong Day – Meet the Leaders 

19 th November 2009 

Members of the German Chamber had the opportunity to meet with Mr. Zhu Jiajun, Deputy 

Governor, and Mr. He Yiqun, Director of the Commercial Committee of Shanghai Pudong 

New Area. After the merger with neighbouring Nanhui District, ‘new Pudong’ will spread 

over 1,210.41km² and house 2.686mn registered residents. 

Visa Information Workshop 

Informationsveranstaltung zur Vergabepraxis von Geschäftsvisa für 

Deutschland 

24 th November 2009 

Members of the law and consul department and the visa section answered questions, provided 

information regarding deadlines, policies and procedures, and addressed frequent 

problems that are encountered when applying for a visa to Germany. 

Stammtische 

Monthly Events 

Through the “Deutscher Stammtisch” and “Praktikantenstammtisch”, the German Chamber 

of Commerce provides the opportunity for Germans in Shanghai to exchange ideas and 

broaden their China network in an informal setting. 

IN FOCUS: FAIRS 

9 th and 10 th German Chamber Trade Fair 

February 26 th , 2009 & September 24 th , 2009 

The 9 th and 10 th German Chamber Trade Fair gave companies the opportunity to present 

their products and services to the members and attendees of the Chamber Meeting. 

Aside from using the chance to network at the trade fair, the exhibitors used the opportunity 

to socialize at the Chamber Meeting. Around 200 participants showed up at each 

Trade Fair. 

3rd Sino-German Job Fair 

March 26 th & 27 th , 2009 

2009’s Sino-German Job Fair was jointly organized by DEinternational, the German 

Chamber, Watson Wyatt and the German Centre Shanghai and three of Shanghai’s leading 

Sino-German University Co-operations: CDHAW, USSST & ECUST. 

34 companies used this chance to present themselves as outstanding German employers 

and met more than 1.000 future graduates & young professionals. 

Joint Chamber Trade Fair 

May 27 th , 2009 

The Joint Chamber Trade Fair was a joint effort of the Chambers of Commerce from Canada, 

Switzerland, Germany and the Benelux States. The Shanghai Singapore Business Association 

and the Irish Business Forum also took part in the beforehand organization. The whole event 

was aimed at providing a multi-faceted platform for networking by bringing exhibitors and 

visitors from different nationalities and industries together. 

SPECIAL SEMINARS & DELEGATIONS 

February 18 th , 2009 Chinas Innovationssystem auf dem Prüfstand – internationaler Vergleich und regionale Variation 

March 17 th , 2009 SAFETY FIRST - Drivers Safety driving training 

April 3 rd , 2009 Delegation der Atlantik-Brücke 

April 29 th , 2009 Frühstücksseminar: Kaufmännische Ausbildung zum Gross- und Aussenhandelskaufmann in Shanghai 

August 21 st , 2009 Frühstücksseminar: Die Finanzmarktkrise 

September 28 th , 2009 Technology Foresight aus politischer und unternehmerischer Perspektive 

October 21 st , 2009 Versicherungsschutz für deutsche Expatriates in China 

October 26 th , 2009 Japan Day 2009 - You want to succeed in Japan? You don’t want to fail in Japan? 

November 12 th , 2009 Research and Innovation for the Environment - Potential in China 

November 19 th , 2009 Delegation des Ministerpräsidentens Nordrhein-Westfalens; Jürgen Rüttgers 

November 30 th , 2009 Expo Roundtable 

December 2 nd , 2009 

Corporate Restructuring in China - best practice strategies from legal and tax perspectives 

(Joint Seminar with European Chamber) 

December 8 th , 2009 Malaysia Day 2009 • Malaysia – Stronghold within the ASEAN Market 


Temptations Abound 

Shanghai’s German Ball 

turned 12 this year 

The German Ball – each year under a new 

theme – is organised every November by the 

German Chamber of Commerce in China • 

Shanghai. Running strong in its 12th year 

after conception, the German Ball 2009 attracted 

again one thousand elegant guests Greeting the room on behalf of the host- 

of German and multinational descent to a ing organisation, Executive Director of the 

‘Night of Temptations’, the purple and dia- German Chamber of Commerce in China 

mond studded theme of the ball night. 

11th German Ball 2008 – A Night in 

• 

Black 

Shanghai, 

& White 

Mr. Manfred Rothgänger, and 

Chairman of the Board, Mr. Arved von zur 

Mühlen expressed their joy and high expec- 

Guests poured into the Grand Hyatt early to snap keepsake shots 

tations for the 12th German Ball. Consul 

and enjoy the welcome cocktail, the first note of an elegant black & 

General Dr. Albrecht von der Heyden and 

white symphony. Lost in conversation, the guests reconnected with 

his charming wife Gabi then traditionally 

old friends in the foyer – decorated to evoke the sensation of danc- 

opened the dance floor with a solid waltz. 

ing along the Huangpu River. As always, the décor transformed the 

venue’s atmosphere. There was a tingling magic in the air, radiating 

German-imported Master of Ceremonies Felix 

the suspense and anticipation of the guests, eager to open the ball- 

Heimberg started his tour through the night 

room doors. 

with a much-appreciated announcement – 

opening the sinful dinner buffet. Pork knuckle 

Master 

When guests 

of Ceremonies 

arrived at 

Felix 

the Ball 

Heimberg 

this year 

assured the evening ran 

on sauerkraut was replaced this night by 

smoothly 

excitement 

and 

for 

invited 

a night 

guests 

of Temptations 

to indulge 

was 

in the never-ending buf- 

oysters, caviar, beef tenderloin and an endfet 

in the 

that 

air. 

lined 

Passing 

the 

through 

corridors 

a 

outside 

light and 

of 

sound 

both ballrooms. An extensive 

less dessert spread. The international and 

dessert 

tunnel to 

buffet 

the tunes 

satisfied 

of ‘Time 

every 

for 

sweet 

Dreams’ 

tooth 

– 

with 

a 

an infinite supply of 

dancing-happy crowd seemed to enjoy it. 

sweets 

musical 

from 

joint 

fruit 

venture 

to chocolate, 

of Chinese 

and 

piano 

cream 

su- 

to syrup. It didn’t take 

long 

perstar 

for 

Lang 

first-rate 

Lang 

entertainers 

and German 

Princess 

sound artist 

Cut and Men in Black to fill 

the 

Schiller 

dance 

– the 

floor. 

elegant 

Energizing 

ladies 

the 

and 

audience, 

gentlemen 

they ensured everyone was 

on 

were 

their 

audio-visually 

feet, working 

put 

up 

in 

an 

the 

appetite 

right mood 

for seconds 

to 

at the lavish buffet. 

have 

Rolf 

a dream 

Becker’s 

of a 

Band, 

time. 

Metiss and Cuentanos pounded out alltime 

favorites to guarantee the party didn’t stop until well after 4 am. 

Especially flown in for the night, international 

top acts ‘Princess Cut’ and ‘James 

Steiner Band’ got everyone out of their seats 

and on to the dance floor early on in the 

night. The ones with tired feet took a break 

at the champagne bar or cigar lounge, or 

checked out their photos taken earlier in the 

night. 

As every year at midnight, a lucky draw 

was announced with some fabulous prizes 

including two business class roundtrip tickets 

to Europe and a weekend getaway in a 

Porsche to Hangzhou. A midnight buffet, 

dancing and more dancing allowed guests to 

continue enjoying themselves well into the 

night. At 6.49am the last ones left, happy 

and slightly tipsy, already puzzling about 

what next year’s theme would bring. 

Voices from Shanghai 

It is kind of a surprise that an event sponsored by lawyers and even 

more reputable people could be so smashing. Absolutely fabulous! 

Thanks to the Ball Team for giving us the feel good factor. 

Philippe Lazare | Partner | Luther Attorneys 

For me, the German Ball is the most delightful and simply 

indispensable social event in Shanghai. 

Dr. Stefan Gilch | Managing Director 

Liebherr Machinery Service (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. 

I have attended all 12 German Balls in Shanghai...and I am 

already looking forward to next year’s event - the uncontested 

highlight of the ball season in Shanghai! Thanks to all, who 

contributed to making it happen again this year. 

Dr. Benno Freiherr von Canstein | Chief Representative 

Allianz SE Beijing Representative Office 

Your chance to become involved – Sponsor the 

13th German Ball in Shanghai! 

We are glad to provide you more information on our German Ball 

sponsorship opportunities in 2010. For enquiries, please get in 

touch with Mr. Sebastian Zettelmeier, +21-50812266 ext. 1605 

zettelmeier.sebastian@sh.china.ahk.de 


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QINGCHUAN SCHOOL 

PROJECT 

For more informatione or details 

to get involved, please contact: 

Mr. Sebastian Wegener 


Jiangsu & Zhejiang Province 

021-50812266*1830 

wegener.sebastian@sh.china.ahk.de 

GCC • Shanghai Supports Project of 

the Taicang Roundtable from Friends for Friends 

After the tragic earthquake in Sichuan in May 2008 the Taicang Roundtable (TRT) initiated a 

private project titled ‘Friends for Friends’ to build up a primary school in Qingchuan, a small 

city located in one of the hardest hit areas of the devastating earthquake. 

The region around Qingchuan is located at the furcation of the Sichuan, Shanxi and Gansuhas 

provinces with an area of about 3,269km2 and 250,000 habitants. Qingchuan is one of 

the most seriously damaged cities. Until the end of 2008, this region has suffered more than 

20,000 aftershocks. Nearly all public buildings have been destroyed and only one school is 

left. 

In order to support the Friends for Friends project, the GCC • Shanghai became the lead 

sponsor with a donation of RMB 650,000. The project was first introduced to the members 

at a Chamber Meeting in June 2008. GCC • Shanghai’s board confirmed the donation at the 

Taicang Roundtable – a generous act, which will go a long way towards the construction of 

the school. 

Just over a year after the earthquakes, the cornerstone for the new ‘Hope School’ was laid 

in June 2009. Representatives of the GCC had the honour to attend the ceremony. Until the 

school can move into its completed new building, temporary container class rooms have 

been set up to allow the children to attend classes. After the building will receive its final 

approval from the quality bureau in Qingchuan in Febuary, we are looking forward to the official 

opening ceremony in March 2010. 

As children are our future, we all have an obligation to support such sustainable projects. 

Helping pupils to increase their opportunities in life through better education will give them 

the chance to independently enhance their living situation in the future. 

Outlook 2010 

Moving forward, the German Chamber of Commerce • Shanghai will 

continue to provide its members with the top notch service they have 

come to expect. 


SERVICES 

n Membership - Card 

Chamber Members benefit from various discounts, for example on events as workshops (30%) 

or chamber meetings (25%). Furthermore, membership-card owners can enjoy the preferential 

treatment in many bars, hotels, restaurants, business and retail outlets, sport, relaxation 

or medical and dental services China-wide with discounts up to 35%. 

n GC - Ticker 

GC-Ticker, the free bi-monthly newsletter of the German Chamber of Commerce in China, 

informs about the latest news and events of the German community and offers valuable 

information for Sino-German businesses. As the attractiveness of China’s market continued 

to increase in 2009 for German and foreign companies, the readership of GC-Ticker has risen 

steadily to over 10,000. 

n BusinessForum China 

"BusinessForum China" is a bi-monthly, English language business magazine which is free 

of charge for chamber members. On 80+ pages, it provides in-depth information on China’s 

major industries and trends, its economy and business environment. All articles are written 

by international experts of various industry sectors as well as academics. The regular price of 

"BusinessForum China" is RMB 60 per copy. 

n GIC Services 

As in 2009, members of the German Chamber of Commerce get a discount of 10% to some 

services of the German Industry and Commerce Co. Ltd. in 2010. This offer gives companies, 

who want to enter the Chinese market, the possibility to make use of the individual support 

of the GIC as legal advice, market entry support, translation services and so forth to preferential 

prices. 

n German Company Directory (GCD) 

Chamber members have free entry to the only official database of German companies in 

China all year. Visitors can search German companies in China within a pool of over 3700 

entries by several categories as city or industry. This extensive resource is well arranged and 

easy to use. The regular price for the entry to the database is RMB 2200 per year. 

n Membership Directory 

The Membership Directory is a great resource for anybody interested in Sino-German business 

relations. It includes the detailed profile of all members of the German Chamber of 

Commerce in China, informs about chamber activities and presents many useful contacts as 

of Embassies and Consulates, several institutions and of important Chinese websites. 

The regular price of the Membership Directory is RMB 800. 

n Newsletter & Mailings 

The bi-monthly newsletter of the German Chamber of Commerce informs its members about 

the latest chamber-news and regular mailings update the receivers with an event-guide for 

Shanghai and its neighboring provinces. 

n Job Market 

Every year our Online Job Market http://china.ahk.de/en/job-market/ supports hundreds of 

European companies all over China in finding qualified employees. It is not only the most 

frequented site of our entire website but also the biggest Job Market for Chinese and foreigners 

looking for an employment with European companies in China. To place a job offer 

you can choose between a "Top Job Listing", a normal "Job Listing" and our "Job Listing Subscription", 

according to the different listing Service fee is between RMB 500 - RMB 6000 for 

3 months. (50 % Discount for members of the German Chamber of Commerce in China). 

n Homepage 

Counting more than 4 Million hits and 70.000 users every month www.china.ahk.de is the most 

popular business platform for Germans in China. The website of the German Chamber of Commerce 

is an information portal for everybody with an informative newsletter, insightful information 

about the German Chambers and the GIC in China, a popular online Job Market, news about 

past or upcoming events and many more. Chamber members have entry to the exclusive members-only 

section of the homepage, where they can download the presentations of past events, 

register themselves for workshops or search in the extensive database and so forth. 


n Econet 

econet china is the platform of GIC for promoting Sino-German cooperation on sustainability. 

econet china assists you on Chinese building, energy and environmental sectors, through information, 

networking and marketing services. econet china benefits your company for an overview of 

China's trends in the growing green markets through www.econet-china.com, facilitates your access 

to a powerful network and ensures your visibility and access to key decision makers. Members 

of the German Chamber will be granted 10% discount on our econet online directory in 2010. 

n Training - Offers 

As part of the German Chamber Network, the GIC department Recruitment and Training Service 

has been offering training service since 1999 with professional courses focused on commercial, 

administrative, management and technical skills. All courses are closely connected to 

the practical needs of the business community in China. Training programs are available as 

public and In-house courses. In-house Training can be customized to the individual needs of 

the company. The trainers are businessmen from well-known international companies in China. 

n Visa Benefit 

Chamber members can enjoy the advantages for German Business Visa Application of Chinese 

employees by handing in the visa application documents without making appointments 

in advance at Visa Department of GIC during the given time from Monday to Thursday. 

In addition to events and networking 

opportunities, the GCC • Shanghai 

serves its members by acting as 

an information source. Up to date 

and fast-acting, GCC • Shanghai 

aims to keep its members abreast of 

the latest developments in China.

UPCOMING SOCIAL EVENTS 

2010 

n Happy Hour 

Spring & Autumn 2010, Shanghai 

The hugely popular German Happy Hour featuring an all-you-can-eat-and-drink buffet with 

German food and draft beer, this event is the perfect opportunity to network in a relaxed atmosphere. 

Live music will get guests on their feet, completed with conga lines and singing! 

n Family & Friends Day 

April 2010, Neighboring Provinces 

Spring fever drives us to a fun filled outdoor event at a beautiful, relaxing place in the 

neighboring provinces. Families and friends can enjoy the first sunshine; also fun, games and 

sport activities are provided. 

n InterChamber Mixers 

Quarterly 2010, Shanghai & Neighboring Provinces 

Meet the international crowd and dip into an excellent networking event. This Chamber- 

Members- only-event is a perfect platform to make new business contacts, while enjoying a 

delicious dinner buffet and drinks. 

n Asparagus Dinner 

May 2010, Shanghai 

We welcome members and their guests to enjoy the German tradition of white asparagus, 

or “Spargel” this coming May. The comfortable seated dinner will be accompanied by white 

wine, networking, and live music. Dress code is business casual. 

n WM 2010 - Public Viewing 

June 2010, Shanghai 

‘Footballs coming home’ - The German Chamber will organize a public viewing to let fans 

gather to cheer on Germany at each game up to the finals. Participants can expect a real 

German football atmosphere with draft beer and snacks for reasonable prices. 

n Welcome Back Party 

Summer 2010, Shanghai 

After the summer holidays, the German Chamber of Commerce • Shanghai welcomes back 

families with a day of outdoor fun-filled activities. Typical summer- sun pleasures such 

as a barbecue, a cake & coffee hour, draws and games will be organized for members and 

their families. Live music will keep the mood uplifting throughout the afternoon and early 

evening. 

n Kunshan Beerfestival 

August 26 th – September 6 th 2010, Kunshan 

In cooperation with the German Chamber of Commerce • Shanghai the GIC Shanghai Fairs, 

Events & Delegations Department is organizing the German Beer Tent at the Kunshan International 

Beerfestival, which is one of the largest festivals of its kind. We are glad to provide 

our members again a special member day at this great event. 

n 13th German Ball 

November 2010, Shanghai 

Our most anticipated event – the German Ball – welcomes over 960 guests every year. What 

began in 1998 at the Hilton Hotel has now become an institution in Shanghai and is widely 

regarded as one of the highlights of the German and international social calendar. Exquisite 

surroundings, exceptional entertainment and fine food draw guests back year after year. 

n Christmas Goose Dinner 

December 2010, Shanghai 

The Chamber brings the traditional German Christmas feeling to Shanghai and welcomes our 

members to enjoy a traditional goose dinner. Accompanied by mulled wine, ‘Plätzchen’ and 

Christmas decoration it will be the perfect Pre-Christmas celebration. 

n New Years Reception 2011 

January 2011, Shanghai 

Start the year off by joining the first kind of this high class gathering for more than 1,000 

guests, organized by the German Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai. While a guest speaker 

will give a brief outlook for 2011, participants can enjoy the complimentary provided food & 

beverages and classical played live music. 

We look forward to brining our members 

top quality events in 2010. We 

welcome your input to continuously 

improve our services and meet your 

needs. Please contact us with your 

comments at: 

chamber@sh.china.ahk.de 


Market Entry 

Publications 

l Investment, industry and location guidebooks 

l China-business and community magazines 

l Online company directory 

Media Consulting & Design Services 

l Advertising and artwork support 

l Design services for exhibitions, 

events and company formations 

Exhibition Services 

l Trade fair research & 

consulting 

l Extensive trade fair visitor & 

exhibitor services 

Delegations 

l Full-scale planning & 

organization of group & 

delegation visits to China 

Purchasing Support 

l Analyze potential and quality of products 

l Find suppliers and producers 

Sales Support 

l Analyze products market potential 

l Find distributors/sales partners 

Office in Office 

l Technical service 

Market Research & Company Pool 

l Development of market strategies for market entry 

l Recruiting for business partners 

Company & Office Foundation 

l Location studies 

l Foundation & change of 

representative offices, WFOEs, JV 

Recruitment Services 

l HR Management 

l Online job market 

Building, Energy & Environment econet China 

l Market intelligence 

l Market entry & business development 

l Networking & marketing 

Event Management 

l Tailor-made & full-service events 

for corporate & institutional customers 

Training Services 

l Management training service 

l Vocational education 

Legal Services 

l Contract drawing & negotiations 

l IP-Protection 

l M&A advice 

Success 

German Chamber Membership 

l Biggest platform of the German 

Business-Community in China 

l Member support & event management 

in the Yangtze-Delta 

l Business & social networking

ANNUAL 

REPORT 

2009 

ANNUAL REPORT 2009 

German Chamber of Commerce in China • Shanghai 

021 5081 2266 

chamber@sh.china.ahk.de 

www.china.ahk.de/en/chamber/shanghai/

ANNUAL - AHK - AHKs

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