March 2026 The Shanghai Municipal Administration for Market Regulation advanced the implementation of its 2025–2027 Action Plan for the Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC) Industry, promoting the establishment of digital demonstration laboratories, supporting AI-enabled testing technologies, encouraging international TIC organizations to expand operations in Shanghai, and strengthening certification capabilities for strategic industries including semiconductors, automotive, and medical devices.
September 2025 TÜV Rheinland established a new photovoltaic (PV) and energy storage testing laboratory in Jiangsu Province, strengthening certification and performance testing services for China's rapidly growing renewable energy sector.
July 2025 SGS expanded its electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and wireless testing laboratory in Shenzhen, increasing testing capacity for consumer electronics, IoT devices, and telecommunications equipment to meet evolving Chinese and international compliance requirements.
June 2025 Bureau Veritas inaugurated a new Automotive Testing Laboratory in Shanghai, expanding its testing and certification capabilities for electric vehicles, batteries, and intelligent connected vehicles to support Chinese automotive manufacturers and exporters.