University–Enterprise Networking for Development: A Win-Win Partnership Ushers in a New Chapter

Release Date:

2016-12-19 18:44

—— Yuegong Steel Structure and Zhejiang Transportation Vocational and Technical College sign a strategic cooperation agreement between the university and the enterprise.

On the morning of December 16, a grand signing ceremony was held for the strategic cooperation agreement between Zhejiang Yuegong Steel Structure Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as Yuegong Steel Structure) and Zhejiang Vocational College of Communications (hereinafter referred to as Zhejiang Communications College). Attending the ceremony were Chen Tianmin, President of the Zhejiang Steel Structure Industry Association; Shu Xiaoxian, Editor-in-Chief of the Zhejiang Steel Association Journal; Ren Qiliang, President of Yuegong Group; Jiang Jinlong, Chairman of the Zhejiang Company; Hua Yuwu, General Manager; Chen Jian, Deputy General Manager and Director of the Design Institute; as well as Ji Yongqing, President of the Vocational College of Communications; Fu Changhui, Deputy Director of the Research Office; Zhang Zhengwen, Dean of the Road and Bridge College; and Professor Zhao Wei, head of the steel structure teaching and research team.

At the ceremony, Dean Zhang Zhengwen of the Road and Bridge Branch Institute first welcomed the guests attending the signing of the university–enterprise strategic cooperation agreement and provided an overview of the institute. General Manager Hua Yuwu of Yuegong Steel Structure introduced the company’s background and its needs for research and innovation, noting that since its establishment more than twenty years ago, Yuegong Steel Structure has been committed to becoming a “little giant” in the specialized steel‑structure sector. While maintaining rapid growth in traditional manufacturing and construction, the company has expanded into prefabricated building, road and bridge engineering, municipal projects, rail transit, and tower‑mast systems. Currently, the company’s R&D priorities fall into three main areas: first, conducting experimental studies and secondary development on successfully patented prefabricated‑building technologies to translate them into actual productive applications; second, making meaningful contributions within niche industry segments by deepening collaboration with the College of Transportation in road and bridge engineering, municipal works, and rail transit; and third, leveraging this partnership to help the College’s existing research achievements in steel‑structure‑related fields—covering road and bridge design, municipal infrastructure, and transportation—take root, flourish, and yield tangible results at Yuegong. Following this, Chairman Jiang Jinlong of Yuegong Steel Structure and President Ji Yongqing of the College of Transportation signed the strategic cooperation agreement on behalf of their respective institutions and posed for a commemorative photo.

Subsequently, Principal Ji Yongqing addressed the gathering on behalf of the university. He noted that the steel‑structure program, a key strength and specialty of the College of Communications, has for many years supplied numerous technical and managerial professionals to steel‑structure enterprises such as Yuegong. The signing of this strategic cooperation agreement with Yuegong represents a further deepening of the longstanding, friendly collaboration between the institution and the company, fully demonstrating both parties’ sincere commitment and shared aspiration to strengthen their strategic partnership and pursue common development. Moving forward, the college will continue to leverage its disciplinary expertise, research capabilities, and human‑resource advantages, intensifying efforts in cultivating high‑tech talent and fostering collaborative research with the enterprise, thereby achieving mutual benefit and win‑win outcomes.

Mr. Ren Qiliang, President of Yuegong Group, delivered a speech on behalf of the company. He noted that the nation is currently vigorously promoting green steel‑structure construction, signaling that the steel‑structure industry has positioned itself at the forefront of contemporary development. Against this backdrop, the strategic partnership between Yuegong and the Jiaozhou Vocational Institute could not be more timely. Through comprehensive, multi‑faceted collaboration, this partnership will undoubtedly drive Yuegong’s innovative growth. He expressed his sincere hope that the Jiaozhou Vocational Institute would leverage its professional strengths to grow and develop in tandem with Yuegong.

Chen Tianmin, President of the Zhejiang Steel Structure Industry Association, extended his congratulations on the collaboration between the university and the enterprise. He emphasized that such partnerships are, in essence, industry–university–research collaborations—effective combinations of the various factors necessary for technological innovation under market‑driven conditions—and serve as a vital means of accelerating social progress and scientific and technological advancement while fostering the healthy development of the industry. The Association has witnessed numerous exemplary cases of university–enterprise cooperation that have addressed pressing business challenges and propelled corporate growth. As a leading enterprise in Zhejiang’s steel structure sector, Yuegong has invested considerable effort in market expansion and technological innovation, and it hopes to leverage this university–enterprise partnership to drive technological breakthroughs at Yuegong Steel Structure and contribute to the further development of the province’s steel structure industry.

Following the ceremony, accompanied by Professor Zhao Wei of the Steel Structure Teaching and Research Team at the Jiaozhou Vocational Institute, President Chen of the Provincial Steel Association and the delegation led by Yue Gong conducted an on-site visit to the school’s tunnel training facility and the Zhejiang Provincial Laboratory for Bridge Maintenance and Safety Technology.

Zhejiang Company has successfully passed the safety standardization review.

The company has been honored with the title of “Harmonious Labor Relations Enterprise” by Shaoxing City.

Zhejiang Company has successfully passed the safety standardization review.

The company has been honored with the title of “Harmonious Labor Relations Enterprise” by Shaoxing City.