A theoretical and empirical investigation into investment activities of technologically-intensive Chinese state-owned enterprises in the UK

This paper examines the determinants of direct investment in UK by technology-intensive Chinese state-owned enterprises (SOEs). It also investigates ways which strategies are being employed for entry to and achieve access technology. Drawing on an inductive case study strategy it is found that SOEs motivated their ambitions close technology gap tapping into knowledge networks. In terms strategies, findings indicate initial focus existing subsequently shifts creation added R&D capacity new achieved from a permanent base integrated parent companies’ wider Technology enabled adoption divergent management practices, especially at operational level, reflecting surprisingly adaptable mindsets.