cmlabs Unite with Zhongnan Group to Strengthen the Foundation of Global-Standard Digital Creative Assets

cmlabs has conducted an official visit to the headquarters of Zhongnan Group, including its business unit Zoland Animation, in Hangzhou, China, as part of a global collaboration initiative focused on the development of animation, digital assets, creative technology, and the strengthening of the talent ecosystem through partnerships with universities in Indonesia.

The official visit took place on 30 January 2026 and marked a strategic moment for cmlabs and Zhongnan Group to align their visions, capabilities, and collaborative approaches in driving the growth of the creative industry, particularly the animation and digital creation sectors, based on global standards and perspectives.

Below is a more detailed discussion of the planned collaboration.

Getting to Know Zoland Animation from Zhongnan Group

Zhejiang Zhongnan Animation (Zoland Animation) is a business unit of Zhongnan Group that focuses on the development of the animation industry and technology-driven creative content.

Based in Zhejiang Province, Zoland Animation is recognized as one of the leading companies in China’s national animation ecosystem, with capabilities spanning animation production, intellectual property (IP) management, and the development of digital assets for various platforms.

As part of Zhongnan Group, Zoland Animation integrates creative approaches with strong technological expertise and large-scale industrial management.

Zoland Animation is also known for its active role in building a sustainable animation industry ecosystem, including cross-sector collaborations and engagement in creative talent development.

cmlabs Visiting the Headquarters of Zhongnan Group in Hangzhou, China

On Friday, 30 January 2026, the cmlabs team conducted an official visit to the headquarters of Zhongnan Group in Hangzhou, China.

This visit was part of a global collaboration initiative focused on the development of animation, the expansion of digital assets and creative technologies, and the strengthening of the talent ecosystem through partnerships with universities in Indonesia.

During the meeting, the cmlabs team engaged in strategic discussions with representatives of Zhongnan Group regarding the direction and structure of future collaboration. The dialogue explored efforts to strengthen the capabilities of Indonesia’s animation industry to meet international standards, as well as cmlabs’ role as a connector between global partners, the national creative industry ecosystem, educational institutions in Indonesia, and as a marketing partner to accelerate the global visibility and competitiveness of animated products.

Strengthening Animation Production Capabilities

The proposed collaboration between cmlabs and Zhongnan Group, through Zoland Animation, places the strengthening of animation production capabilities as one of its core focuses.

This initiative is aimed at enhancing the quality of Indonesian animation production through the implementation of structured, efficient, and internationally standardized production pipelines.

Discussions covered the management of creative processes from the planning, production, to post-production stages, including improvements in visual quality, artistic consistency, and the effectiveness of animation project management. Through this approach, the collaboration is expected to encourage Indonesia’s animation industry to produce works that are not only creatively strong, but also competitive in the global market in terms of quality and production scalability.

Development and Management of Digital Assets

In addition to its role as a connector and marketing partner, cmlabs also provides creative services covering digital content development and creativity-driven strategic approaches. This enables the collaboration plan to be executed in a more integrated manner, from concept development and production to distribution.

This initiative is aimed at enhancing the quality of Indonesian animation production through the implementation of a more structured and internationally standardized digital asset production pipeline.

cmlabs and the Zoland Animation team also discussed the processes of creation, standardization, and management of digital assets to ensure they can be optimally utilized across various projects and platforms. 

Technology Sharing and Knowledge Exchange

The collaboration plan is designed with a technology-sharing and knowledge-exchange approach, rather than a one-way partnership. cmlabs and Zhongnan Group place knowledge exchange as a key priority in building sustainable creative industry capabilities.

This includes the adoption of creative technologies, the utilization of production tools and systems, as well as best practices in animation workflows and digital creation.

Support for Education and Digital Talent Development

As part of a long-term commitment, the collaboration plan also positions education and talent development as key pillars.

In this context, cmlabs will involve partner universities in Indonesia that have established collaborations with cmlabs, in order to strengthen the link between educational institutions and industry needs.

These initiatives may include the implementation of industry-based learning programs and workshops, increased industry exposure for students, as well as the development of mentorship programs and collaborative projects.

cmlabs’ Expectations and Future Objectives

Through this collaboration plan, cmlabs hopes to take an active role in driving the sustainable growth of Indonesia’s animation and digital creative industries.

cmlabs views its collaboration with Zhongnan Group, including Zoland Animation, as a strategic step toward gaining access to global standards, industry best practices, and the application of creative technologies that align with future industry needs.

Looking ahead, cmlabs expects this collaboration to serve as a foundation for the development of a more mature animation and digital creative ecosystem, one in which industry players, educational institutions, and global partners are interconnected to collectively drive improvements in creative quality, talent readiness, and the international competitiveness of Indonesia’s animation industry.

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