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Last updated: June 12, 2026

Setting Up a New Factory? First Ask What Problem You’re Really Solving [Podcast]

Posted on June 12, 2026 by Adrian Leighton

More companies are taking a serious look at setting up a new factory, relocating production, or bringing manufacturing back under their own control. The reasons are understandable. COVID exposed supply chain risks. Tariffs and trade policies have made some China-based … Continue reading →

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Build Operate Transfer for factories: Can it be implemented in China?

Posted on December 14, 2023 by Adrian Leighton

The Build-Operate-Transfer model can be a beneficial approach for larger businesses that are looking to start manufacturing products in a new location while shielding themselves from some of the typical risks faced when setting up a new factory from scratch. … Continue reading →

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China’s REAL Business Environment In Late ’23 And How Foreigners Can Set Up A Factory

Posted on November 3, 2023 by Adrian Leighton

Sofeast’s CEO Renaud welcomes China business expert Angel Ho, CEO of Hongda Business Services in Shenzhen, onto the show to talk about what the business environment for foreigners seeking to do business there today is really like, and about the process … Continue reading →

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How We Set Up A New Factory In China From Idea To Operation [Podcast]

Posted on February 26, 2021 by Adrian Leighton

Planning on opening a factory in China in 2021? To get some insight and context into just what it takes to set up a new factory in China let’s explore how WE came to open our own factory, Agilian Technology, … Continue reading →

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