This Week in WND (2025/07/21-2025/07/25)

Qiaoyin, China's first A-share listed urban-rural utility service company with a presence in 100+ cities, signed to build a smart service robot super factory in WND on July 23. Located in the Wuxi (National) Software Park, the project is expected to generate 3 billion yuan ($419.46 million) in annual sales.

WND and Wuxi Urban Construction Development Group signed an agreement to co-develop three specialized industrial parks on July 25. The partnership focuses on tech innovation, financial empowerment, and the circular economy, aiming to create a new model of differentiated and complementary development. A total of 17 agreements were also signed, involving industrial investment, funds, urban development, green initiatives, rural vitalization and city operations.

The State Council approved the expansion plan for the Wuxi Hi-Tech District Comprehensive Bonded Zone on July 11. A new 1.11-square-kilometer section will be added, expanding the zone to 3.49 sq km. The upgraded zone aims to drive high-level opening-up and attract global resources, advancing Wuxi's institutional and all-around openness.

Deep Blue Aerospace completed the final assembly and delivery of its first Thunder RS rocket engine at its WND headquarters on July 25. This 130-metric-ton-class LOX/kerosene engine is the largest open-cycle engine of its kind currently under development in China. Once fully built, the base will produce as many as three rockets and 50 liquid engines per year, including the reusable Nebula-1 and Thunder series.

Wuxi Life Science Industry Development, based in WND, recently received an AA+ credit rating with a "stable" outlook from Fareast Credit Rating, a leading Chinese rating agency. This reflects the company's strong creditworthiness, solid operations and growth potential. The company will continue to contribute to WND's vision of building a landmark biopharma industry cluster.

At the 2025 China (Shenzhen) Unicorn Enterprise Conference, Greatwall Strategy Consultants released the GEI China Unicorn Enterprise Research Report 2025, which revealed that Wuxi was home to six unicorn companies in 2024, with two located in WND. WND now hosts 1,858 high-tech firms, 78 national-level "little giants", and 19 potential unicorns, forming a strong tech ecosystem for future growth.

A new kind of night market is lighting up WND! On July 20, the night event on Jinhu Road brought government services directly to locals, resulting in over 200 consultations in just two hours. Running through September, the service will continue across sub-districts in WND to better meet community needs and enhance public satisfaction.

The 1969 Creative Block in WND is getting tastier! A giant 15,000-square-meter street food market with 300+ stalls is coming soon, featuring specialties from across China. Opening around Oct 1, it's set to be a must-visit destination for foodies.

WND's second Freshippo Neighborhood Business store opened on July 25 at iOne Mix on Yongle Road. Connecting directly to a metro station, it offers locals and commuters a convenient shopping experience.

Wuxi Symphony Orchestra invites you on a magnificent journey through the 2025/26 season! With 20 symphony concerts and eight chamber shows featuring over 30 top artists worldwide, the season is celebrating the "Year of Beethoven" with music from around the globe, from romantic France to majestic America. Let music transcend borders!