Eligibility and opportunity assessment
Conduct a thorough audit of your business profile to identify applicable incentive programs and subsidies.
Site selection
Strategic Site Selection Consulting
We begin by understanding your unique business needs to identify the location that aligns with your strategic objectives. We analyze key success factors, from regional industrial policies and supply chain ecosystems to talent availability and incentive programs.
The service suits businesses seeking a well-grounded, strategic approach to entering or expanding within the Chinese market.
A comprehensive recommendation report delivers actionable insights and location comparisons to support your final decision.
Inspection
Customized Site Inspection and Due Diligence
Standard site visits become strategic engagements designed to build critical relationships and validate opportunities firsthand.
The service suits executive teams ready to validate opportunities on the ground and build the foundational relationships crucial for long-term success.
Implementation
Project Implementation and Negotiation Support
Once a location is chosen, Hongda supports the transition from decision to operation:
- Property sourcing and deal structuring: identify optimal properties and develop negotiation strategies for favorable lease or purchase terms
- Incentive and government compliance: liaise with authorities on promised incentives and ensure regulatory requirements are met
- End-to-end legal and administrative setup: from contract review to business registration and licensing
- Operational launch coordination: assist with the coordination of essential services to get your office or facility up and running
The service suits companies that have selected a target location and require expert execution to finalize agreements and launch operations.
How it works
From site selection to launch, step by step.
Quick answer: the service runs in five stages, from site selection to policy advisory. Select a stage for detail.
Stage 1 of 5
Site selection
Evaluate regional industrial policies, incentive programs, and regulatory frameworks to identify advantageous locations.
- Infrastructure and supply chain: transportation networks, utility infrastructure, and proximity to suppliers and markets.
- Talent and labor: local talent pools, educational institutions, and labor costs.
- A recommendation report with location comparisons.
Stage 2 of 5
Site inspection
Visit shortlisted sites and meet potential partners for practical assessment.
- Government and park meetings.
- Itinerary and logistics.
- A post-visit strategic debrief.
Stage 3 of 5
Implementation
Bridge the gap between decision and operation.
- Property sourcing and deal structuring.
- Government compliance and incentive follow-up.
- Legal and administrative setup, from contract review to business registration and licensing.
Stage 4 of 5
Factory customization and M&A
For manufacturing entrants, tailored asset solutions meet precise technical requirements.
- M&A target sourcing and evaluation.
- Greenfield project coordination with local architects and construction partners.
- Turnkey project management from planning to handover.
Stage 5 of 5
Policy advisory and incentives
Translate complex government policies into tangible financial benefits.
- Eligibility and opportunity assessment of applicable incentive programs and subsidies.
- Preparing, submitting, and following up on application materials with the relevant agencies.
- Guidance on compliance for continuous benefits.
The scope of each stage is confirmed for your project.
Policy advisory
Policy Advisory and Incentive Optimization
We help you translate complex government policies into tangible financial benefits and competitive advantages.
Application management
Prepare, submit, and follow up on all application materials with the relevant agencies.
Compliance and ongoing optimization
Provide guidance to maintain compliance for continuous benefits and scout for new opportunities as your business grows.
Manufacturers
Factory Customization and M&A Solutions
M&A target sourcing and evaluation
Identify and perform initial assessments of acquisition targets that match your operational and strategic criteria.
Greenfield and turnkey projects
Manage the process of designing and building a new facility, coordinating with local architects and construction partners, and oversee the entire process from planning to handover, aligned with your timeline, budget, and quality standards.
Why Hongda
Why Choose Hongda for Location Selection?
Compare locations and policies, then carry the decision through to setup, with one China-based service team.
Since 2007
Serving foreign companies in China since 2007, with client relationships that go back to 2008.
One team, end to end
Company setup, banking, tax, payroll and work permits coordinated by one team.
In English, on the ground
English-language project management with a China-based team in seven locations.
Clear scope and limits
We confirm the scope before work begins and say which decisions rest with authorities or banks.
Trusted by companies including
Client voices
Clients who have stayed with us for years.
Travis Perkins
David Finch BA ACMA CMIIA CAMA
Director of Group Business Risk & Assurance, Travis Perkins PLC
With Hongda since 2008
Travis Perkins PLC (a leading builders merchant in the UK) has been using Hongda Business Services since 2008 for accounting and professional services. Throughout this time, we have found the team at Hongda to be very helpful and professional in their dealings with us. We look forward to working with the company in the future.
Sound United
Jack Peng
Vice President, Asia Pacific, Sound United
With Hongda since 2013
Sound United (a leading designer and manufacturer of consumer audio products in the US) has been using Hongda Business Services since 2013. Moving one’s operations to China is not a small task, but Hongda’s expert services helped us set up a company and deal with tax issues so we could get on with growing our business in no time at all, and that’s why we continue to use them today.
Tulip Pacific Ltd.
Erik de Waard
Director, Tulip Pacific Ltd.
With Hongda since 2012
Tulip Pacific Ltd. (Business planning and interim financial management services) has been using Hongda Business Services since 2012. Hongda has helped us set up legal entities in China/HK and takes care of our annual company audits. They are the most efficient business service provider I have worked with to-date, and their professional advice has helped me better advise my own clients and provide greater value to my overall business.
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Your team
The people you will work with.
Meet the three chief consultants at Hongda, including founder Angel Ho and co-founder Bobby Lee.
Angel Ho
Chief Consultant, CEO
Founder of Hongda in 2007. Holds Chinese Tax Agent, IPA (Australia) and IFA (UK) certificates. Provides one-stop services covering market access, company establishment, financial settlement, financial and tax consultation, and human resources management.
Bobby Lee
Chief Consultant
Co-founder of Hongda. Many years of corporate legal consultancy and involvement in managing client enterprises. Familiar with tax, personnel and project management work across Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macau. Excellent English communication skills.
Strong Song
Chief Consultant
24 years in enterprise management, business development, and financial and tax compliance. Has provided financial and tax advisory services for hundreds of companies. In-depth learning and practical experience in IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards), Generally Accepted Auditing Standards and International Taxation.
What are the most important factors when choosing a location in China?
It’s a balanced decision. The key is aligning your business with local industrial policy, ensuring supply chain efficiency, accessing the right talent, managing operational costs, and securing the best possible government incentives.
How do we compare different regions, like Yangtze River Delta vs. Pearl River Delta?
The best region depends entirely on your business. The Yangtze River Delta often excels in high-tech manufacturing and R&D, while the Pearl River Delta is a powerhouse for electronics and export-focused production. We provide comparative reports to guide your choice.
How long does a typical site inspection tour take?
A productive, in-depth tour typically takes 3-5 days. Costs vary with the itinerary’s scale and services required.
What types of government incentives can we get?
You may be eligible for various subsidies and tax benefits, including cash grants for R&D, corporate income tax reductions, land price discounts, and talent subsidies. The application process is complex, and eligibility depends on your project and current local policy.
Do you offer support after we are established?
Yes. We provide ongoing support, including compliance advisory, tracking of new policies, and assistance with your future expansion within China.
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Share your plans, structure and timing. We confirm the scope with you before any work starts.