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  Shanghai - Changsha - Hangzhou
  April 25-30, 2026
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About The Journey

An International Strategic Journey for Real Estate and Infrastructure Leaders

Over seven days in Shanghai, Changsha and Hangzhou, explore the planet's most dynamic ecosystem for urban innovation.

Visit logistics warehouses, data centers, residential and corporate developments, mixed-use and retail projects, as well as technology centers and construction methods that are redefining how the world builds, lives and invests.

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Each visit is a lens. Each encounter, a provocation.

GRI Explore transforms observation into insight, insight into decision, and decision into result.

 
Three Pillars

The GRI Explore Framework

A transformative experience built on three interconnected dimensions

 

Cultural Immersion

An immersive field study in Shanghai and Hangzhou, visiting projects and companies to explore how culture and aesthetics shape innovation and the context behind ideas.

 

Global Connections

Experience the power of networks and discover how collaborative thinking connects projects, ideas, and people in a new geography of opportunities.

 

Practical Application

Transform experience into strategy. Translate what you've experienced into real frameworks, conscious decisions, and competitive advantage for your business.

Program

An immersion into the assets shaping the cities of the future

Field experiences and curated encounters across Shanghai, Changsha and Hangzhou, organized by competency, sector and strategic relevance.

 
7
 
Days Journey
3
 
Cities
15+
 
Field Visits
30
 
Limited Seats
 
More than destinations

The Cities Shaping This Experience

From global financial hubs to emerging innovation centers, each city was chosen for what it reveals about how China builds, invests, urbanizes, and scales

Shanghai

Shanghai is the global showcase of Chinese real estate: a metropolis of more than 25 million people where skyscrapers, historic districts, and contemporary architecture coexist in high density. This is where we will explore some of the country’s most ambitious cases of mixed-use development, urban regeneration, and digital infrastructure—from Lujiazui to West Bund and Hongqiao.

Hangzhou

Home to Alibaba and a powerhouse of technology, AI, and e-commerce, Hangzhou blends world-class corporate campuses, intelligent logistics ecosystems, and an urban landscape deeply connected to nature. With West Lake, green corridors, and people-centered public spaces, it offers a unique lens into how digital innovation drives real estate demand.

Changsha

An emerging growth engine in Central China, Changsha combines industrial strength, innovation corridors, and a fast-evolving urban ecosystem. Here we visit BROAD Group, a global reference in industrialized and sustainable construction, to understand how cities beyond the Beijing–Shanghai axis are reimagining efficiency and scale in the built environment.

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Detailed Schedule

GRI Explore China 2026 | Full Agenda

Every visit, meeting and experience designed for strategic immersion and real market insight.

Strategic Visits

Exclusive access to the companies
shaping the future

Private visits and curated sessions with the organizations redefining logistics, real estate, infrastructure, data and urban development.

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Key Benefits

What You Take Away

This is the first cohort. Be part of history — and the first voice to share what it was like to explore China with GRI

Cultural Immersion
 

Cultural Immersion

How aesthetics and culture influence product and city

Global Connections
 

Global Connections

New partnerships and markets in a geography of opportunities

Practical Application
 

Practical Application

Frameworks in logistics, data center, mixed-use, office and residential

Strategic Inspiration
 

Strategic Inspiration

Clarity for decisions on efficiency, AI, methods and CAPEX/OPEX

Investment

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A complete program designed to provide the best experience

Included in the Program

6 days of field curation
Access and networking with local executives
Guided local experience
Daily debriefs conducted by GRI
Exclusive materials (Fieldbook)
GRI Institute international certification
Simultaneous translation EN⇄PT when needed
Internal transport (Shanghai↔Hangzhou)
 

Not Included

All flights and accommodation (4–5★ hotels list suggested)
International transportation
International insurance
Personal expenses (optional tours, shopping, extras)
Investment
USD 6k
Full program (6 days)
Exclusive for:
• GRI Institute Members
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An international journey through
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About the Event

What is GRI Explore China 2026?  
It's a 6-day international journey in Shanghai, Changsha and Hangzhou for real estate and infrastructure leaders. You'll see, experience, and learn in the field — logistics 4.0, data centers, mixed-use, retail, residential, corporate, tech hubs, and advanced construction methods — transforming observation into insights, decisions, and results.
When and where does it take place?  
April 25-30, 2026 in Shanghai, Changsha and Hangzhou, China.
How does the visit curation work?  
Each visit is carefully selected and organized by competency and field experience. We focus on projects and companies that represent innovation in logistics, data centers, mixed-use development, retail, residential, and corporate spaces.
Why explore China with GRI?  
GRI brings 15+ years of experience in real estate education and global networking. We provide exclusive access, expert curation, and transform field observations into practical business insights.

Registration and Participation

How do I register?  
Click the "Request Registration" button and our team will contact you with detailed information and registration process.
Is it exclusive? Is there a seat limit?  
Yes, the program is exclusive to GRI Institute Members and limited to 30 participants to ensure quality experience and networking.
What is the investment?  
USD 6,000 for the full 6-day program. This includes all curated visits, local transport, materials, and certification.
Do I receive a certificate?  
Yes, participants receive a GRI Institute international certification upon completion.

What's Included

What is included in the program?  
6 days of field curation, access to local executives, guided experiences, daily debriefs, exclusive materials, GRI certification, translation services, and internal transport between Shanghai and Hangzhou.
What is NOT included?  
All flights, accommodation, international transportation, insurance, and personal expenses. We provide suggested 4-5 star hotel options.

Logistics and Travel

Do I need a visa?  
Yes, most international travelers need a visa for China. We recommend checking with your local Chinese embassy and applying at least 2-3 months in advance.
How is transportation during the program?  
All internal transport between Shanghai and Hangzhou, and between site visits, is included and arranged by GRI. We use comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles. Flights are not included.
What is the group size?  
The program is limited to 30 participants to ensure personalized attention, quality networking, and access to exclusive sites.

Benefits

What are the main takeaways?  
Cultural immersion in Chinese innovation ecosystems, global connections with industry leaders, practical frameworks for logistics and development, and strategic inspiration for business decisions on efficiency, AI, and investment.
Is this the first cohort?  
Yes, this is the inaugural GRI Explore China cohort. Be part of history and help shape future programs with your experience and feedback.

General Information

How does the payment work?  
The investment can be made in two ways:
  • Full payment upon pre-confirmation.
  • Or:
  • 20% upon pre-confirmation of your seat (USD 1,200).
  • 80% payable until 30 January 2026 (USD 4,800).
Refund policy  
  • Up to 45 days before the trip: full refund.
  • After this period: no refund.
It is possible to transfer the pass to another executive from the same company in case of scheduling conflicts.
Is GRI Explore confirmed?  
Yes, the programme is officially launched. However, we recommend purchasing flights only after receiving the detailed agenda, which will be shared with confirmed participants no later than 60 days before the journey (and possibly earlier depending on local confirmations).
Support and additional information  
If you have questions about the programme, registration, payment, or sponsorship opportunities, please contact the GRI Explore team through the website or via the direct communication channel provided after registration.

Sponsorship and Partnerships

How can I become a sponsor?  
Contact our partnerships team at [email protected]. We offer various sponsorship levels with exclusive benefits and visibility.
What are the benefits?  
Sponsors receive brand visibility, networking opportunities with top executives, speaking opportunities, and access to exclusive events throughout the program.
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