Guangdong Chain Operation Association (GCOA)
Established on January 26, 1996, in Guangzhou, the Guangdong Chain Operation Association is a legally registered industry association voluntarily formed by chain enterprises and related institutions within Guangdong Province. It is the earliest provincial-level chain operation association in China.
The association’s mission is to serve as:
A communicator of policies: Disseminating the guidelines of the Party and the government.
A bridge between government and enterprises: Facilitating dialogue and collaboration.
A pillar for industry governance: Supporting government-led industry regulation.
A catalyst for progress: Driving innovation and development in the sector.
A defender of rights: Safeguarding the legitimate interests of member enterprises.
Guided by the principle of “serving members, the industry, the government, the market, and the development of a prosperous Guangdong economy,” the GCOA remains committed to advancing the chain operation ecosystem.
Shanghai Sinoexpo Informa Markets International Exhibition Co., Ltd
Shanghai Sinoexpo Informa Markets International Exhibition Co., Ltd is China’s first Sino-foreign joint venture exhibition company, established in 1998 in Shanghai through a partnership between Informa PLC (the world’s largest exhibitions organizer) and Shanghai Huazhan International Exhibition Co., Ltd. (founded in 1992 as China’s pioneering private exhibition enterprise). By 2019, the company’s annual exhibition space rental had reached 1.5 million square meters, creating multifaceted trade opportunities for nearly 1 million global buyers. Additionally, it has aggressively expanded its digital footprint, building an integrated online platform comprising 8 B2B websites, 2 B2P procurement mini-programs, 4 information-based mini-programs, and 2 mobile apps.
All-China Bakery Association (A.C.B.A.)
Founded in 1996 under the leadership of the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce, the All-China Bakery Association is a national-level industry association dedicated to China’s bakery sector. With the mission of “driving high-quality development in China’s bakery industry and enriching the lives of the Chinese people,” the association now boasts over 3,600 registered member enterprises. Over decades of evolution, the association has developed a diversified service system to better guide and support the dynamic bakery industry. Its contributions include:
Interpreting national policies and regulatory frameworks.
Formulating industry standards and food safety regulations.
Providing tailored services to address industry challenges.
Through collaborative efforts, the association continues to empower the sustainable growth and innovation of China’s bakery sector.
