Siemens innovative solutions help China build 'digital cities'

Date:2017-08-25 21:46:34

Siemens China will lead the company's global research and development of autonomous robots. Experienced experts from Siemens around the world will form a global team to focus on research and development on new mechatronics integration, human-machine collaboration, and the application of artificial intelligence in robot controllers. As part of Siemens' global innovation strategy, this initiative aims to master the technology that is crucial for the company's future successful development. Along this strategic direction, on the same day, Siemens established a partnership with Tsinghua University (one of Siemens' global "knowledge exchange centers") to establish a joint research center for advanced industrial robots in Beijing.
Siemens announced the above measures at the "2017 Siemens China Innovation Summit" held in Suzhou today. About 400 Siemens customers and partners participated in this event, discussing with Siemens how innovation can drive China's transformation.
"The digital transformation has had a profound impact on China's economic development. The proposal of the 'Made in China 2025' and the 'the Belt and Road' initiative has made it more necessary for China to rely on digital oriented innovation to achieve industrial upgrading and enhance its competitiveness in the world." Dr. Roland Busch, a member of the management committee and chief technology officer of Siemens AG, pointed out that "Siemens will continue to increase its investment in China, cooperate with China and many customers, and jointly move towards digitalization in the future."
In addition to autonomous robots, Siemens' core research and development areas in China also include big data analysis, industrial information security, industrial Internet of Things and digital twins, as well as connected city solutions. In order to better tap into the potential of these technologies, Siemens has partnered with the Chinese government, universities, and customers to jointly solve the many problems faced by cities in areas such as traffic congestion, energy conservation, public facilities, and the environment. Siemens' connected city solutions can help cities optimize infrastructure, improve living environments, and assist China in building "digital cities".
Create the first smart city digital center based on MindSphere in Hong Kong
Siemens also signed an agreement with the Hong Kong Science and Technology Park today to build the first smart city digital center in Hong Kong. The center will utilize Siemens' cloud based IoT operating system MindSphere to provide solutions to the problems faced by cities from an open, interactive, and comprehensive perspective. Previously, Siemens had continued its cooperation with Zhuhai City to provide customized intelligent transportation management solutions. Siemens has also deployed embedded urban connectivity terminals for Suzhou Industrial Park, helping the park reduce traffic congestion and air pollution, optimize infrastructure operations, and improve public safety.
In early September this year, Siemens Industrial Information Security Operations Center obtained the National Information Security Level Protection Level 3 certification issued by the Chinese Ministry of Public Security. Siemens has previously obtained ISO27001 certification from T Ü V S Ü D, making it the first industrial multinational enterprise to obtain both Chinese and international safety certifications, thus possessing the strength to safeguard the digitalization process of customers in various industries.
Up to now, Siemens has established cooperation with multiple local governments and 87 universities and educational institutions in China to jointly carry out scientific research and talent cultivation. In the digital age, it is even more necessary to cooperate sincerely and create value together. With this goal in mind, we are building an open, inclusive, and trust based innovation ecosystem in China, "said Lothar Herrmann, CEO of Siemens Greater China." Siemens will contribute a new generation of innovative achievements to customers and society in China and even globally

China has become one of Siemens' largest global research and development bases. As of the fiscal year 2016 (October 1, 2015- September 30, 2016), Siemens had over 4500 R&D personnel and engineers, 20 R&D centers, and more than 11000 valid patents and patent applications in China.

Image 1. (Left: Dr. Roland Busch, member of the Management Committee and Chief Technology Officer of Siemens AG, and right: Dr. Zhu Xiaoxun, Senior Vice President of Siemens (China) Co., Ltd. and President of Siemens China Research Institute, at Siemens China Research Institute Suzhou Campus).

Image 2.3.4: Dr. Roland Busch, member of the Management Committee and Chief Technology Officer of Siemens AG, stated at the 2017 Siemens China Innovation Summit that Siemens will continue to increase its investment in China and collaborate with numerous customers to move towards digitalization.

Lothar Herrmann, CEO of Siemens Greater China, stated at the 2017 Siemens China Innovation Summit that Siemens will contribute the next generation of innovative achievements to customers and society in China and even globally.