An AI robotic arms is pictured at a manufacturing factory helps the production. [Photo provided to chiandaily.com.cn]

With the increasing importance of artificial intelligence (AI), global manufacturing is facing new challenges and opportunities.

Intelligent manufacturing involves the integration of information technology with advanced manufacturing techniques, becoming the new driving force of industrial transformation.

At present, among the 112 large-scale industrial enterprises in Lushunkou city, the output value of the high-end equipment manufacturing industry dominated by intelligent manufacturing accounts for 56 percent of the total industrial output value of enterprises above designated size.

In recent years, Lushunkou has deeply implemented the following "four projects" to effectively promote the rapid development of intelligent manufacturing.

First, the city has supported the technological transformation of enterprises and provided strong support in terms of financial support and skilled workers. Second, Lushunkou has promoted the deep integration of the internet and the real economy. Third, it has worked to support appropriate training for managers to administer complex intelligent manufacturing systems. Last, it has focused on new formats and encouraged manufacturers to be service oriented.

At present, the current industrial economy of the city is centered around high-tech industry, advanced transportation and port-based manufacturing.