Looking to encourage more interactive films and online games companies, Beijing is reportedly planning the city's first 3D technology park in Changping district and the feasibility report will be launched before the end of this year.
According to the Science and Technology Commission of Changping, the new technology park will include functional areas for 3D technology research and development; manufacturing of high-end 3D products; check and verification of 3D products; 3D medical imaging services; an 3D international conventions and exhibitions. It will also have a 3D international research and development central area, a 3D international enterprise park, and a 3D international themed park.
Fang Yan, deputy director for Changping district, said that the district has made major plans for its high-tech industry in the next few years. It will work together with China Video Industry Association and China 3D Industry Association for the construction of a high-end development and manufacturing base for 3D products.
At present, some 3D-related enterprises, including Barco from Belgium, have already settled in Changping.