Visit from China: Metrological Knowledge Exchange at the BEV 21.12.2024 - Exciting exchange on precision and innovation: A high-ranking delegation from China visited the Federal Office of Metrology and Surveying - BEV to discuss metrological expertise and possible cooperation.

On the 22nd of November, the BEV received a high-ranking delegation from the Chinese SAMR (State Administration for Market Regulation). Under the leadership of Vice Minister Bai Qingyuan and accompanied by representatives of the Chinese Embassy in Vienna, the group engaged in intensive discussions with the Metrology Division.

As part of a working discussion, the guests were introduced to the diverse tasks of the BEV as a national metrology institute and as an authority for legal metrology. The focus of the dialog was on the activities of the Physico-Technical Testing Service and an exchange of experiences on metrological working methods in China and Austria.

Particular attention was paid to the specific specialist areas and measurement capabilities of both countries. Potential for future cooperation, for example in the forward-looking areas of e-mobility and hydrogen technology, was also discussed.