2026-03-18

Hong Kong Business : MTR Lab and ZGC Science City Powering China’s AI Hub to Accelerate Global Startup Scale‑ups

MTR Lab has joined forces with ZGC Science City Ltd, the powerhouse of Chinese innovation, to explore new frontiers in technology investment. Together, both parties aim to support Chinese tech startups in expanding internationally and to spark broader global collaboration. By combining ZGC Science City Ltd ’s cutting‑edge technology and industrial depth with MTR Lab’s role as a global venture capital investor, the partnership seeks to unlock new waves of technological and industrial innovation, while aligning with the national strategy of advancing “new quality productive forces (新質生產力).

MTR Lab’s Head of Investment, Jing Shi, emphasised the mission to build a new cross‑border investment and collaboration platform by connecting China’s Silicon Valley with Hong Kong as a superconnector. Meanwhile, Mary Huang, Deputy Division Manager of the Ecosystem Partnership Division at ZGC Science City Ltd, highlighted the opportunity to leverage MTR Lab’s global network and extensive international market experience to help Chinese tech enterprises access overseas opportunities, supporting global expansion and business growth.

This is more than just capital — it’s ecosystem-to-ecosystem execution — the new model for startup support by driving cross-border collaboration and exploring potential co‑investment.

Join MTR Lab 's growing community of innovators building for the future. Let’s connect and explore how this partnership can accelerate your journey.

Find out more about the partnership featured in Hong Kong Business: MTR Lab and ZGC Science City forge startup partnership


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