Taichung City is a major industrial and commercial hub in central Taiwan. In addition to its strategic transportation advantages, it is also a key center for the manufacturing industry. The Dadu Mountain Golden Valley is home to the world’s highest-density precision machinery cluster, with the highest output value per unit area globally.
Nearly 70% of Taiwan’s machine tool component manufacturers and hand tool manufacturers are concentrated in central Taiwan, forming a unique and highly specialized industrial cluster.
Since Mayor Lu took office, she has been committed to building a livable city, creating a comprehensive investment environment, and actively attracting business investment. These efforts have encouraged companies to invest in Taichung and expand their facilities, driving industrial development while also creating a significant demographic dividend and boosting commercial activity. This has generated a population magnet effect. In 2017, Taichung became the second-largest city in Taiwan. As of March 15 this year, the city’s total population reached 2,849,036 and is expected to soon surpass 2.85 million.
Many manufacturers have recognized Taichung’s development potential and moved quickly to invest and establish a presence in the city. Looking toward future global trends, An-Neng Composites has focused on composite material applications in the clean energy sector, particularly in wind energy and hydrogen energy. With the advantages of convenient import and export access through Taichung Port and the established energy industry cluster in Taichung, the company chose to set up its factory in Guanlian Industrial Park in Wuqi. This investment not only creates local employment opportunities, but also contributes to the development of clean energy.