On 13 June, the Grand Finale of INNOVATEChina 2026 took centre stage at the CEIBS Conference Centre, bringing together the world’s brightest young business leaders to tackle the pressing industry challenge: "Reimagine Future Mobility: ESG as a Growth Engine."

Initiated by CEIBS, exclusively title-sponsored by Michelin China, and supported by Strategic Knowledge Partner Roland Berger, this year's competition saw 66 teams from over 40 leading business schools worldwide compete for a spot on the final stage. From the circular economy to industrial model innovation, the eight finalist teams—representing institutions such as IESE, HEC Paris, Yale SOM, and UBC Sauder—brought diverse global perspectives to the Michelin challenge.

The event also featured the global launch of the English edition of the CEIBS 2026 ESG White Paper, further reflecting our commitment to sustainability and research-driven innovation. Through the Star Mentor Programme and a premier dialogue between industry experts and academia, INNOVATEChina continues to build a stage where innovation moves beyond the classroom to address real-world challenges.

Innovation never stops.

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