Shanghai, China — March 29, 2024

Vital Materials celebrated a major milestone with the grand opening of the Vital Central Research Institute in Shanghai, China. The inauguration ceremony was held under the theme “Gathering Intelligence, Enlightening Innovation, and Leading the Future,” symbolizing the company’s commitment to driving innovation and shaping the future of technology.

The event brought together nearly a hundred distinguished guests, including officials from the Shanghai Municipal Government, Vital’s valued customers and partners, and representatives of the company’s management team led by George Zhu, CEO & Founder of Vital Materials. Together, they witnessed the official unveiling of the Institute — a cornerstone of Vital’s long-term strategic vision.

With a clear mission to support and empower Vital’s rapid development, the Central Research Institute will focus on developing cutting-edge and platform technologies, as well as providing integrated solutions to strengthen the company’s innovation ecosystem. Its R&D efforts will span multiple high-tech fields, including high-end materials, equipment manufacturing, microelectronics, optoelectronics, and renewable energy.

Headquartered in Shanghai, the Institute will serve as a global innovation hub — rooted in China yet serving customers and markets worldwide. Its establishment will further empower Vital’s global teams, including those in the Americas, to respond to local customer needs with advanced, localized technological solutions. The opening of the Central Research Institute marks a significant step forward in Vital’s ongoing commitment to technological innovation, global collaboration, and sustainable growth.