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CIeNET Selected for the 7th Batch of Recognized Foreign-Funded R&D Centers in Beijing

Beijing, July 2025

The Beijing Municipal Science & Technology Commission and the Zhongguancun Administrative Committee recently announced the seventh batch of officially recognized foreign-funded R&D centers. CIeNET was successfully selected thanks to its sustained innovation capabilities, global R&D infrastructure, and deep integration into Beijing’s tech ecosystem. This recognition not only affirms CIeNET’s technological strength and industry influence but also marks a new milestone in the company’s strategic innovation journey in China.

Beijing’s Foreign-Funded R&D Center Program: Attracting Global Innovation Forces

The recognition program aims to attract and encourage multinational companies to establish R&D centers in Beijing, facilitating the localization and integration of advanced global technologies. Recognized enterprises must demonstrate significant strengths in R&D investment, talent development, and technological output, while aligning with the city’s strategic focus on high-end and cutting-edge industries.

CIeNET’s selection reflects its comprehensive R&D capabilities and long-standing commitment to advancing technological progress and serving the local market.

Innovation-Driven, Deeply Rooted in China

As a technology-driven company, CIeNET has consistently increased its R&D investment since entering the Chinese market, building a professional team composed of top-tier talent from both China and abroad. The company focuses on frontier technology areas such as automotive, telecommunications, and artificial intelligence, and has developed a number of globally competitive innovations.

Technological Breakthroughs: CIeNET firmly believes that technology is the cornerstone of sustainable development. In recent years, the company has independently developed several industry-leading technical solutions. For instance, to address challenges in in-vehicle information system testing, CIeNET created a fully automated end-to-end testing platform—C-ATS AUTO®—for connected vehicle clients. This platform significantly improves testing efficiency, system stability, and user experience, earning widespread recognition in the smart vehicle testing field.
Local Collaboration: CIeNET is committed to deeply integrating into the local innovation ecosystem. The company maintains long-term partnerships with universities, research institutes, and industry players. It actively responds to policy directions, thoroughly understands market needs, and accelerates the industrialization of technology. This forms a collaborative model that unites academia, research, industry, and application.
Talent Development: Talent is the foundation of innovation. CIeNET fosters an “open-door” culture that encourages bottom-up communication and collaboration, creating an inclusive and dynamic research environment. The company continuously attracts high-potential talent aligned with its core values and empowers them through systematic training and hands-on experience. This has enabled the formation of a high-caliber R&D team with both global vision and local insights, ensuring sustained innovation and high-quality delivery.

R&D as the Engine for High-Quality Development

Being recognized as a Beijing Foreign-Funded R&D Center marks a new starting point for CIeNET’s growth in China. Moving forward, the company will continue to increase its R&D investment, expand its presence in Beijing, attract global research talent, and drive deep innovation across emerging technologies.

CIeNET will also strengthen collaboration with local enterprises and research institutions, accelerate the commercialization of technological achievements, and focus on the key priorities of Beijing’s 14th Five-Year Plan. The company is committed to participating in the development of core technologies and delivering future-oriented smart solutions.

As a global hub for innovation, Beijing remains a preferred destination for multinational R&D deployment. CIeNET will take this recognition as an opportunity to further unlock innovation potential. With a more open, collaborative, and efficient R&D framework, the company will continue to drive industrial transformation and contribute to the region’s high-quality economic development.

About CIeNET

CIeNET, an ALTEN Group company, is a premier global information technology software development, consulting, and solutions company. Founded in 2000, CIeNET focuses on Telecom, Embedded, IoT, Automotive, Mobile, and Enterprise Software technologies delivering services from development centers and customer support offices in North America and Asia. CIeNET provides innovative solutions from concept to reality helping customers to bring ideas and products to market quickly and cost-effectively. For more information please visit www.cienet.com.