The capital continues to experience a feverish boom, and the robotics industry is now caught in a bubble, with many players rushing in blindly. China has become the world's largest robot market, but recent reports from the *Economic Information Daily* reveal that some local governments are planning and launching robotic industrial parks without proper strategy. This has led to a rush of enterprises and capital, resulting in overcapacity and low-end production. Hidden dangers such as market saturation and inefficiency are beginning to emerge.
According to industry experts, the government’s role should not be replaced by blind investment. Instead, it should guide the development of the emerging robotics sector to avoid creating a bubble. Local governments have been enthusiastic about supporting the robotics industry through policies and financial incentives. In 2014, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology launched the "Guiding Opinions on Promoting the Development of Industrial Robot Industry," aiming to cultivate 3-5 global-leading companies and 8-10 industrial clusters. The "Made in China 2025" initiative further emphasized the importance of high-end CNC machines and robots.
This policy-driven enthusiasm has led to an explosion of robotic industrial parks across the country. There are currently around 40 regions planning to build such parks, with some cities aiming to develop 2-3 parks in the next few years. Some even claim to be building the “largest†or “top†robot parks in their regions. Even county-level cities have joined the trend, showing how widespread this movement has become.
However, this rapid expansion raises concerns. Qu Daokui, president of Shenyang Xinsong Robot Automation Co., Ltd., noted that the number of robot companies in China surged from over 200 at the start of 2014 to more than 500 by year-end. Many companies previously in other industries are now entering the robotics field. This has created what he calls the "era of big bang" for the Chinese robot industry.
Investors like Yao International also observed that the robotics sector became highly popular in the capital market. Over 50 listed companies have announced robot-related strategies, often using acquisitions and investments to enter the field, leveraging the sector’s popularity to boost stock prices.
Despite the excitement, three major concerns have emerged. First, overcapacity is a growing risk. With many local plans targeting annual production capacities far exceeding actual demand, there's a danger of surplus. Second, the industry is moving toward low-end production, with most companies lacking core technologies. Third, domestic robot firms are being marginalized as foreign competitors dominate the market.
Experts warn that the government should not replace the market with its own hand. Instead, it should create a competitive environment where only the strongest survive. Cai Hezhen, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, believes the industry will go through a period of rapid growth, followed by consolidation. Only those who can innovate and compete will remain.
In conclusion, while the robotics industry shows great potential, it must avoid the pitfalls of overinvestment and low-quality development. Proper guidance and strategic support are essential to ensure long-term success.
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