Bridging China
and the World
Tailored strategies for global and local success — through art, culture and business expertise rooted in China.
Three Pillars of Expertise
LianGroup operates across three interconnected domains, each rooted in a deep understanding of Chinese culture, market dynamics and business relationships.
Art Brokerage
We connect distinguished Chinese artists with global collectors and institutions — ensuring authentic provenance, transparent transactions and lasting cultural value.
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Through our brand PontaChina, we deliver customised market-entry, operations and advisory services for companies navigating the Chinese business landscape.
Learn MoreCultural Consulting
From language and etiquette training to cultural immersion programmes, we help individuals and organisations build meaningful relationships across cultures.
Learn MoreRooted in China.
Connected to the World.
Hainan Lian Trading Group Co., Ltd was founded with a singular vision: to make the depth and opportunity of China accessible to the world, and to bring the world's ambitions into productive conversation with China.
Based in Hainan — China's free-trade island province — we combine on-the-ground expertise with an international network built over a decade of authentic engagement.
Our Story
Simple. Transparent. Effective.
Initial Consultation
Free, no-obligation — we listen carefully before offering any direction.
Needs Assessment
Thorough review of your situation, resulting in a clear scope of work.
Strategy Development
A tailored, collaborative plan built on expertise and trusted partners.
Implementation
Hands-on delivery alongside you — relationships managed, outcomes delivered.
Review & Support
Structured outcomes review, then ongoing support as your needs evolve.
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Frequently Asked Questions
LianGroup (Hainan Lian Trading Group Co., Ltd) is a Hainan-based consultancy that bridges China and the world across three areas: Chinese art brokerage — connecting distinguished Chinese artists with international collectors; business solutions — helping companies enter and operate in China through our brand PontaChina; and cultural consulting — delivering cross-cultural training and Chinese cultural education programmes.
LianGroup is headquartered in Haikou, Hainan Province, China (Reg. No. 91460204MACW3A8024). Hainan is China's free-trade island province, which gives us a unique vantage point at the intersection of China's domestic ambitions and its international engagement. We serve clients from Europe, North America, Southeast Asia and beyond.
PontaChina (驿桥通) is LianGroup's business consulting brand, providing bespoke market-entry strategy, partner identification, regulatory navigation, cross-cultural negotiation support and Hainan Free Trade Port advisory for companies seeking to enter or grow within the Chinese market — as well as Chinese enterprises expanding internationally.
LianGroup acts as a trusted intermediary between China's most distinguished artists and serious collectors worldwide. We represent a curated roster of artists — primarily masters of traditional Chinese ink painting — and provide full provenance documentation, independent appraisal support and private collection viewings. Contact us to begin a no-obligation conversation about your collecting interests.
Every engagement begins with a free, no-obligation initial consultation — by video, telephone or in person. We listen carefully to your situation and goals before offering any direction. There are no standard questionnaires; we ask the right questions to understand your specific context. Contact us by email at [email protected] or via WhatsApp at +86 159 6243 7826.
LianGroup invests in genuine understanding before offering guidance. Our founders bring decades of on-the-ground experience — Leo Yao has over 30 years in China's business landscape including senior leadership at a Poly Group branch; Claire Yang holds a PhD in physics and nine-plus years managing international businesses across Europe, the US and China. We treat China as a civilisation with 5,000 years of accumulated wisdom, not as a homogeneous market — and that depth of understanding informs every engagement.
Let's Build Something Together
Whether you're entering the Chinese market, seeking exceptional Chinese art, or deepening your cultural understanding — LianGroup is your partner.
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