WAIC 2026 Guide | Zhangjiang, How Are You So Tough?

                                  Zhangjiang Venue Guide WAIC 2026

WAIC 2026 will kick off in Shanghai from July 17 to 20. This year, the conference is divided into three zones and four venues: The Expo Venue features the "Axis of Applications" to showcase how AI transforms all industries; the West Bund Venue is the "Shore of Life" that integrates smart terminals into daily scenarios; while the Zhangjiang Venue is the definitive "Core of Technology", focused exclusively on computing power chips and underlying infrastructure.

While the past was defined by competing over model parameters, the current era of large model deployment puts the underlying hardware foundation to the test. The more powerful the model, the more critical the infrastructure becomes — this is exactly the core highlight of the Zhangjiang Venue. The 10,000-square-meter Chip-Computing Integration Pavilion at the Zhangjiang Science Hall is operating at full capacity, bringing together over 100 enterprises, more than 200 exhibits, 67 China debuts, and multiple high-impact forums. More than 10 general-purpose large computing power chip enterprises are gathered here, almost all mainstream domestic GPU manufacturers are in attendance, and four new architectures are competing side by side.

Next, we have curated a visiting route covering four dimensions: exploring exhibitions, attending forums, conducting business, and experiencing interactive applications, to show you the full picture of the computing power infrastructure.

1. Explore the Exhibition: Focus on "Chips and Computing" for Uncompromising Tech Depth

1F Haike Hall: Over 100 AI chips and core components, showcasing all new forms of computing power

Haike Hall is the "headquarters" of AI chips, where more than 60 enterprises are gathered, covering five key tracks: general-purpose large computing power, cloud photonic/heterogeneous computing power, edge terminal AI chips, high-speed interconnection devices, and cutting-edge silicon-based underlying technologies.

✅ Pay special attention to these standout "hardcore exhibits":

General-purpose AI chip enterprises: Huawei, MetaX, ZTE, Iluvatar CoreX, Enflame Technology, Kunlunxin, Moore Threads, Biren Technology, Sunrise, Xiling Computing, Hanxu Technology, EdgeCore Technologies

Cloud heterogeneous and photonic computing power enterprises: Qingwei Intelligence, Taichu Yuanqi, Lightelligence, Moffett AI

Edge and terminal computing power chip enterprises: Dongfang Suanxin, Fanhanshu, Shenji Chip, Ecarx Intelligence, Axera

High-speed communication and interconnection device enterprises: CloudMover, Hygon, Ruijie Networks, Bosixin Yu

Cutting-edge silicon-based and underlying infrastructure technology enterprises: Huachuang Qixingwei, Qianshi Technology, Yintai Technology, Lingchuan Technology, Lingdechuang Technology, Rongtian Huihai, Nebula Link

Renowned enterprises including Huawei, Dongfang Suanxin, MetaX, ZTE, Moore Threads, Kunlunxin, Biren Technology, and Lightelligence are all present at the venue.

🔥 Multiple landmark achievements make their debut on-site:

Dongfang Suanxin DF1000 chip + 512-card cluster, MetaX scientific intelligence GPU, Kunlunxin P800 OAM module, Biren Technology liquid-cooled intelligent computing server cluster solution and new-generation edge processor CV84X6, Taichu Yuanqi HyperIntelliX, Lightelligence Tian Shu · Optical Cube, Ecarx Intelligence RISC-V high-performance AI chip, Zhongsheng Yushu fourth-generation DPU chip, and Wanxietong reconfigurable TPU are all showcased together.

After exploring the first floor, you can clearly trace the development path of AI chips — from competing for general computing power, to segmenting into terminal inference, and advancing toward new architectures such as optical computing and near-memory computing.

2F Zhangjiang Hall: Nearly 100 intelligent computing infrastructure solutions, understanding the solid foundation of AI

After viewing individual chips, Zhangjiang Hall lets you see how they are organized into a complete "system". More than 40 enterprises are gathered here, focusing on layouts for underlying infrastructure, full-stack computing power, cloud complete machines, edge industrial computing power, and system integration, presenting complete solutions from computing power delivery to large-scale deployment.

✅ These enterprise booths on-site are worth extra time to explore:

Underlying infrastructure support enterprises: Maicun Information, Sitong Technology, Fengrunda, Taixin Intelligent Cooling, Xinhhan Intelligent, Lanxin Computing Power, Hongchuang Sheng'an

Full-stack computing power infrastructure enterprises: Sugon, Inspur, Poseidon, Shengwei Zhilian

Cloud intelligent computing complete machine enterprises: AICKSYS, Guoxin Digital, Inspur Power Systems, Reke Lianchuang, Huahong Digital Tech, Tongtaiyi, Chaoronghe, Super Micro Computer

Edge industrial computing power enterprises: Well Innovation, Getone Zhilian, Xinhhan Intelligent, Aqun Industrial

Industry AI system integration enterprises: Lisuan, Tengyun Zhisuan, Bo Da Data, Asterfusion, Mingming Microelectronics, Computing Power Light

Industry leaders including Sugon, Inspur, and AICKSYS are gathered here, covering every segment from computing power, storage capacity, heat dissipation, complete machines, to system integration, filling in every piece of the puzzle for AI deployment.

🔥 A dazzling array of highlight exhibits:

Well Innovation new-generation liquid-cooled computing power all-in-one machine, Xinhhan Intelligent Landau™ phase change cold plate liquid cooling system, Reke Lianchuang Tianshu computing-storage-transmission integrated local intelligent computing all-in-one machine, Bo Da Data Ulanqab Intelligent Computing Base in Inner Mongolia, and Fengrunda optical module series are displayed side by side.

                                WAIC 2026 Zhangjiang Venue Exhibitor List              

2. Attend Forums: In-depth technical dialogues, from underlying architectures to industrial deployment

July 17-19 | Zhangjiang Science Hall

The entire event focuses on real problems, cutting-edge technologies, and practical deployment solutions.

The forums are organized in sequence following the logic of "underlying architecture → interconnection system → industrial deployment": from breakthroughs in chip architectures, how optical interconnection accelerates computing power, to how domestic computing power drives application implementation, as well as sessions on disaster prevention and mitigation, and youth innovation. The events feature in-depth discussions from seasoned technical experts, as well as fresh perspectives from young developers.

👇 Save the schedule map, mark your calendar and don't miss the sessions you want to attend.

3. Conduct Business: Billions-level procurement pool for on-site direct negotiations, connecting technologies directly to real orders

The WAIC CONNECT Zhangjiang Special Session releases a large volume of real procurement demands, with a venue-exclusive procurement pool reaching tens of billions in scale, including a 10-billion-level single large computing power order and multiple 100-million-level industrial orders, delivering exceptional practical value.

20 specialized industry matchmaking sessions, 60+ real deployment scenarios, and 150+ high-quality procurement delegations are on-site, covering core tracks such as computing power infrastructure, high-end manufacturing, smart energy, and cross-border cooperation.

Technology providers and purchasers meet face to face, enabling efficient matching and rapid signing of contracts, allowing cutting-edge technologies to move beyond exhibition booths, land in industries, and generate real value.

Come and secure your orders

4. Experience Interactive Applications: Hands-on fun by day, cross-industry networking by night, sparking endless creativity

While maintaining full professionalism, this year's Zhangjiang Venue is also the most entertaining AI tech carnival of the year. Hardcore computing power is no longer abstract — it is visible, tangible, and highly engaging.

Daytime Immersive AI Carnival, non-stop cutting-edge tech showcases

Control humanoid mechs and experience immersive human-machine combat duels

Don't just watch mech demonstrations from a distance. Head to the "Human-Machine Co-Combat Arena", where you can personally control humanoid robots for head-to-head battles, experience the interaction between humans and mechs, enjoy a theater-level bipedal robot combat feast, and witness the brand-new form of embodied intelligence human-machine collaboration up close.

Play AI digital sports, unlock new ways to enjoy smart table tennis and tennis

Break away from traditional sports modes. The venue is fully equipped with professional AI tennis and smart table tennis facilities. Leveraging motion capture and real-time computing technology, you can enjoy exciting practice and matches even alone, experience exclusive features such as intelligent ball serving and data review, and reshape sports fun with cutting-edge computing power.

Race side by side, compete for speed with the Honor Lightning Robot

All attendees can participate in the human-robot running challenge. The champion robot of the robot marathon, Lightning Robot, is waiting to compete with you, letting you directly feel the powerful performance of high-speed humanoid robots. There are also a large number of interactive projects with cutting-edge technologies, including bionic robot dogs and XR virtual-reality battles, allowing you to experience all kinds of cutting-edge AI experiences in one stop.

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