Our Commitment to Art & Society
ArtTrust's responsibility extends beyond our clients. We are committed to sustainable practices, the development of China's conservation profession, and the long-term preservation of cultural heritage for future generations.
Sustainable Conservation
We prioritise environmentally responsible materials and methods in all our conservation work — from the solvents we use to the packaging we design. Our Shanghai studio operates with ISO-aligned environmental management practices, minimising waste and reducing our carbon footprint across every project.
Training Local Talent
China has a critical shortage of professionally trained conservators. ArtTrust addresses this gap through our partnership with the Central Academy of Fine Arts, hands-on apprenticeship programmes, and the publication of Chinese-language conservation resources. We are committed to building a sustainable domestic conservation profession.
Cultural Heritage Preservation
Beyond commercial projects, ArtTrust actively contributes to the preservation of China's cultural heritage — advising public museums, collaborating with state cultural bodies, and providing pro-bono conservation assessments for underfunded institutions that safeguard significant historical works.
Knowledge Sharing
We believe that conservation knowledge should be shared widely. Through our AiA publication series, annual conferences, and digital resources, we contribute to the global body of conservation knowledge — raising standards across the entire sector.
Our Commitments for 2025–2030
- Train 500 conservation professionals through formal partnership programmes
- Publish three additional Chinese-language conservation reference volumes
- Achieve carbon-neutral operations at our Shanghai studio
- Provide pro-bono conservation services to 10 public heritage institutions annually
- Develop open-access digital tools for conservation documentation