High Tech NL is pleased to announce a Dutch trade mission program to SEMICON China 2026, scheduled for 23-28 March 2026 in the Greater Shanghai region.

The mission aims to strengthen collaboration between Dutch and Chinese semiconductor companies, knowledge institutes and government organisations, in close coordination with SEMI China and the Dutch economic network in China.

With company visits to strategically relevant companies and research institutes in the field of semiconductors (semiconductors and integrated photonics). The focus is on research and development of advanced equipment, as well as wafer manufacturing and processing.

The Dutch semiconductor sector ranks among the global top players. Against the backdrop of the growing strategic importance of semiconductors, advanced equipment and integrated photonics, the Chinese market offers substantial opportunities for Dutch companies.

Concept Program

This program is still in concept and may be further refined. A more final program with company visits will be shared once available.

Monday, 23 March | Travel Day (Own Initiative)

• International travel to Shanghai
• Travel and accommodation at own initiative and expense

Tuesday, 24 March | Arrival & Kick-off

• Welcome meeting
• Opening by High Tech NL: “Update on the Chinese Semiconductor Ecosystem 2026”
• Informal networking reception
• Introduction to the mission and objectives
• Informal networking moment

Wednesday, 25 March | SEMICON China 2026

• Joint visit to SEMICON China 2026
• Program elements:
  • Collective trade fair visit
  • Guided tour of participating Dutch companies
  • Meetings with Chinese equipment and materials companies at the exhibition

Thursday, 26 March | SEMICON China 2026 & Matchmaking

• Second day at SEMICON China 2026
• Optional additions:
  • Targeted matchmaking meetings
  • Working lunch
  • Bilateral meetings

Friday, 27 March | Company Visits & Group Dinner

• Company visits in the Shanghai region
• Group dinner with the Dutch delegation

Saturday, 28 March | Return Travel (Own Initiative)

Return travel from Shanghai (own initiative and expense)

Participation and costs

Costs: €950,- This includes local bus transportation, admission to the SEMICON exhibition and a networking reception at the Netherlands Consulate.

Travel and accommodation costs: at your own initiative and expense.