Guide to the Upcoming CLNB 2025 New Energy Industry Expo in Suzhou

CLNB 2025 New Energy Industry Expo is set to grandly open its doors soon! This year’s expo will take place from April 16 to 18 at the Suzhou International Expo Center. To help you prepare for your visit, we have compiled a comprehensive guide.

Visitor Guide

We appreciate you taking the time to attend the CLNB 2025 (10th) New Energy Industry Expo. To make your experience enjoyable, please keep the following tips in mind:

Exhibition Hours and Entry Requirements

Be aware of the expo’s opening hours and entry requirements. Make sure to prepare any necessary documents or electronic tickets in advance to avoid delays upon entry. Please also respect the exhibition order and conduct yourself courteously.

Free Pre-registration

Visitors are required to pre-register online before attending the expo. We highly recommend completing your registration at least one day prior to entering the venue.

Visitor Sign-in Location

Suzhou International Expo Center
Entry Address: G1 Hall, Registration Hall

Exhibition Schedule

• April 16: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
• April 17: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
• April 18: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Exhibitor Sign-in Schedule

April 15, 2025: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Note: Exhibitors must wear safety helmets for setup on the morning of April 15.

Conference Schedule

April 16-18: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Note: All representatives are requested to arrive on time. Please bring your business cards or registration confirmation SMS to collect your delegate badge and conference materials at the G1 Hall entrance.

Transportation Guide

Below are estimated travel times, so please allow extra time during peak hours:

• Suzhou Station to Suzhou International Expo Center: 12 km, 25 minutes
• Suzhou North Station to Suzhou International Expo Center: 20 km, 27 minutes
• Suzhou Industrial Park Station to Suzhou International Expo Center: 3 km, 12 minutes
• Sunan Shuofang International Airport to Suzhou International Expo Center: 50 km, 60 minutes
• Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Suzhou International Expo Center: 78 km, 120 minutes

Public Transport:
Take Fast Line No. 2 from Suzhou Railway Station to the International Expo Center.
For the metro, take Line 1 to the Cultural Expo Center Station.

Parking Information:
G Hall Ground Bridge Parking: Free for 2 hours, 6 CNY per hour thereafter (capped at 80 CNY).
Conference Center Underground Parking: Free for 2 hours, 5 CNY per hour thereafter (capped at 80 CNY).

Taxi (Ride-sharing) Destination: Suzhou International Expo Center G Hall

Accommodation Guide

Suzhou Hyatt Hotel
Reservation Contact: 183 2585 6793 (WeChat same number) – Sales Manager Tang Yueyue for booking related to the “2025 New Energy Conference”.
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Hotel Location:
Suzhou International Expo Center, 688 Suzhou Avenue East, Wuzhong District, Suzhou
Suzhou Hyatt Hotel, 88 Huachi Street, Suzhou Industrial Park, near Eslite Bookstore

Note: Due to the proximity to the event, reservations cannot be canceled after payment. Room availability is limited; first come, first served. The hotel guarantees accommodation only for the duration of the conference.

Here are some nearby hotel recommendations:

• Novotel Suzhou Jinji Lake
  Address: 688 Suzhou Avenue East, Suzhou Industrial Park
  Contact: Pu Lanjing, 18862213273
  Price: From 700 CNY, 400 meters from the conference hotel.
• Hanting Hotel (Suzhou International Expo Center)
  Address: 106 Hezhong Street, Suzhou Industrial Park
  Contact: +86 512 62382666
  Price: From 368 CNY, 580 meters from the conference hotel.

Culinary Guide

Within walking distance (1 km from the expo center):

• Su Xiaoyuan – Fine Su cuisine, ideal for business dinners and family gatherings.
  Recommended Dishes: Squirrel-shaped Mandarin Fish, Crab Meat Tofu, Stir-fried Eel.
  Average Cost: ¥120-150
• Jinhaihua – Fusion cuisine suitable for quick meals.
  Recommended Dishes: Black Truffle Shrimp Dumplings, Mango Sago.
  Average Cost: ¥80-100

For more dining options, you may explore the nearby shopping malls (5-minute taxi ride or 1 metro stop):

• Yuanrong Times Square
• Jiuguang Department Store
• Suzhou Center Mall (Dongfangmen Station)

Event Highlights

The expo will also feature a Procurement Matchmaking Event, a major highlight for those seeking quality new energy products, components, and technical services. Over 100 suppliers from around the globe will showcase their flagship products and state-of-the-art technologies, ensuring a perfect match for your procurement needs.

We invite you to form a team! Gather 4 like-minded partners, and together you can unlock exclusive benefits for your expo experience.

Additionally, we have special rewards for inviting friends to pre-register or attend the event. Exciting prizes include Huawei MatePad Pro, gift cards, and much more!

Join the Check-in Campaign at the expo! Collect stamps from 34 exhibitors to create a unique experience and earn exclusive gifts!

As the expo approaches in just seven days, follow our accounts for real-time updates and exclusive benefits!

Throughout the event, a series of high-level, quality forums will take place, featuring industry leaders, experienced experts, and innovative pioneers discussing current challenges and future opportunities in the new energy sector. Each forum promises to be a feast of ideas, providing insights into the latest policies and investment directions.

Forum Agenda

April 15 (Day Before)

• Nickel, Cobalt, Lithium Forum (Invitation Only) – 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
• SMM Lithium Price Forum (Invitation Only) – 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
• SMM Nickel Price Forum (Invitation Only) – 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
• SMM Cobalt Price Forum (Invitation Only) – 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM

April 16 (Day 1)

• Opening Ceremony & Academician and Leading Entrepreneur Forum
• Investing in Poland: New Energy Strategy Forum
• New Energy Industry Forum
• SMM Sodium Battery Application Market Development Seminar (Invitation Only)
• SMM Innovative Anode Material Seminar (Invitation Only)
• International Cobalt Association Industry Salon
• New Energy Mineral Exploration and Industry Development Forum

April 17 (Day 2)

• Battery Raw Materials Forum
• New Energy Battery Materials Forum
• Hydrogen Industry Development Forum
• Lithium Battery Recycling Forum
• All-Solid-State Battery Advanced Technology Forum
• Battery Auxiliary Materials Forum
• New Energy Light Storage Forum
• International Mining Investment and Development Summit Forum

April 18 (Day 3)

• Overseas Market Forum
• Low-altitude Economy Forum

Join us at the CLNB 2025 New Energy Industry Expo. We look forward to welcoming you at the Suzhou International Expo Center.