The launching ceremony for the China (Xiamen) Supply Chain Science and Technology Innovation Center in Xiamen, Fujian province on May 21. [Photo/xmnn.cn]

A science and technology supply chain innovation center was launched in Xiamen, Fujian province on May 21.

The center was jointly established by the China Federation of Logistics & Purchasing, the Administration of Xiamen Area of China (Fujian) Pilot Free Trade Zone (XMFTZ) and the School of Management at Xiamen University.

The center will leverage Xiamen's advantages to accelerate the institutional innovation of XMFTZ and help improve the integration and coordination of global supply chains.

It will also build a public service platform for the Xiamen supply chain and cultivate talents for the city.