Zhejiang’s Robot Industry Accelerates Maturation Through Collaborative Ecosystem

On the stage of the 2026 CCTV Spring Festival Gala, Yushu Technology Co., Ltd. showcased its humanoid robot performing a series of breathtaking and technically advanced movements, capturing global attention and undoubtedly becoming one of the highlights of the evening’s technological segment.

This impressive robot performance reflects years of deep cultivation within the Zhejiang robotics industry, embodying the gradual maturation of the province’s ecosystem characterized by “Hangzhou-Ningbo leadership, provincial support, and coordinated production and component collaboration.”

Collaborative Efforts in the Industry Chain

As a benchmark enterprise in the Zhejiang robotics sector, Yushu Technology’s ascent to the Spring Festival Gala serves as a vivid representation of the industry’s technological evolution. In 2021, the company introduced its quadruped robot, allowing the public to experience the charm of robotics on stage for the first time. By 2025, Yushu’s robots donned Northeast floral garments, performing traditional dances and executing complex somersaults. This year, Yushu’s humanoid robot delivered an extraordinary performance featuring groundbreaking moves such as the world’s first continuous single-leg somersaults and a seven-and-a-half rotation Airflare, pushing the limits of humanoid robotics to new heights.

According to Gao Zelong, Secretary-General of the New Quality Productivity Committee of the China Association of Private Science and Technology Enterprises, “The challenging maneuvers and stable operation of humanoid robots showcase the superior performance of their core components.”

Yushu’s remarkable display is supported by the robust framework of “Hangzhou-Ningbo whole machine leadership + regional component collaboration.” A number of high-quality listed companies in Zhejiang play a critical role in this industry chain.

For instance, Ningbo Yunsheng Co., Ltd. specializes in neodymium-iron-boron permanent magnetic materials, which are essential for motor systems that control collaborative robot joints, providing crucial power support for stable robot operations across various scenarios. Ningbo Zhongdali Intelligent Transmission Co., Ltd. develops high-precision reducers compatible with dynamic actions like flips and parkour performed by robots. Companies such as Ningbo Zhenyu Technology Co., Ltd. focus on the development of core components like robotic hands, overcoming challenges in precision transmission and tactile perception technologies. Additionally, Changhua Holdings Group Co., Ltd. possesses the capability to manufacture high-precision ball screw assemblies, effectively supporting the precise motion control necessary for executing complex actions.

Gao further added, “The technological breakthroughs of these Zhejiang-listed companies in key component areas are the core competitiveness of the Zhejiang robotics industry ecosystem.”

Policy Empowerment Accelerating Industrial Ecology

Policy initiatives further amplify the advantages of the industry ecosystem. The Implementation Plan for the Innovative Development of the Humanoid Robot Industry in Zhejiang Province (2024-2027) emphasizes leading whole-machine manufacturing and promoting coordinated layouts between complete machines and components. This plan aims to leverage the advantages of Hangzhou and Ningbo in innovation, location, and talent to cultivate and expand whole-machine enterprises, establishing a leading zone for humanoid robots.

Currently, Zhejiang has established an industrial framework of “Hangzhou-Ningbo whole machine leadership + regional component collaboration,” centered around Hangzhou and Ningbo, and radiating to cities like Wenzhou, Shaoxing, and Taizhou. This ecosystem covers the entire chain from complete machine research and development to core component manufacturing, algorithm support, and application scenarios.

Accelerating Commercialization

The Spring Festival Gala not only serves as a showcase for corporate technological prowess but also acts as a catalyst for industrial development, propelling the rapid commercialization of the Zhejiang robotics industry.

According to Guo Tao, Deputy Director of the China E-commerce Expert Service Center, “As technology iterations deepen and products converge, the Spring Festival Gala becomes a crucial battleground for companies to seize brand opportunities.”

Industry experts widely believe that the humanoid robotics sector is reaching a pivotal point in commercialization, with 2026 potentially marking a significant watershed for industry development. Zhejiang is at the forefront of mass production and acceleration of commercialization. Public data shows that Yushu Technology’s actual shipments of humanoid robots exceeded 5,500 units in 2025, with over 6,500 units rolling off the production line.

Simultaneously, Zhejiang enterprises are actively promoting the adoption of robots in various niche sectors, enabling robots to become vital contributors to the real economy. For example, Geely Automobile has incorporated humanoid robots into its production lines for tasks such as assembly and fabric cutting, while Yiwu Small Commodities Market has piloted robotic shopping assistants and logistics delivery services, exemplifying the practice of smart commerce.

Today, “Zhejiang-made” robots are widely applied in various fields, including emergency rescue, power inspection, urban management, industrial manufacturing, and smart tourism.

Industry professionals interviewed emphasized that the “whole-machine collaboration + policy empowerment + scenario-driven” industrial ecosystem constructed by Zhejiang provides a replicable development model for the nation. They believe that the core advantage of the Zhejiang robotics industry chain lies in the deep integration of research and development innovation, manufacturing support, and application scenarios. With the increasing localization of core components and enhanced regional collaborative capabilities, the cost of “Zhejiang-made” humanoid robots will continue to decrease, allowing them to penetrate various sectors, thereby injecting new momentum into the real economy.