We Are a China-Based Team of Professional Interpreters — Not an Overseas Agency
Founded in Guangzhou in 2015, Interpreter Database connects foreign businesses with experienced Chinese interpreters who are actually on the ground — at the Canton Fair, at the factory, in the conference room.
Interpreter Database was founded by Leon Liang — a professional interpreter with over a decade of experience at the Canton Fair, CIFF, and executive-level business meetings across China. Leon holds a TEM-8 qualification, won the CCTV Cup national interpreting competition, and has worked with Fortune 500 companies, government delegations, and international institutions throughout his career.
The company grew out of a simple observation: foreign buyers and corporations coming to China consistently struggled to find interpreters who were professional, neutral, and genuinely knowledgeable about the business environment they were operating in. Interpreter Database was built to solve that problem — matching clients not just to a language but to the right person for their specific situation.
Foshan & Guangzhou Based
We operate from the heart of the Pearl River Delta — China’s largest manufacturing and trading hub. The Canton Fair, CIFF, and thousands of factories are on our doorstep. This is not a remote coordination service.
Founded by a Practitioner
Our founder is a working interpreter — not a business developer who outsources to a freelancer database. The professional standards we hold our team to come from direct experience in the field.
Client-Side Only
We never work for both sides of a transaction. When you hire us to accompany you to a factory or negotiation, our loyalty is entirely to you. This is a principle we hold without exception.
Industry Knowledge Matters
Technical vocabulary in manufacturing, legal, medical, and finance cannot be faked. We match every assignment to an interpreter who has genuine experience in your specific industry — not just your language pair.
Member of TAC
Interpreter Database is a member of the Translators Association of China (TAC) — the national professional body for translation and interpreting in China. This membership reflects our commitment to professional standards.
Rated 4.8 on Trustpilot
Our reputation is built entirely on client outcomes. Rated 4.8 out of 5 across all verified Trustpilot reviews — from first-time Canton Fair buyers to Fortune 500 corporate teams.
Our interpreters and translators have worked with organisations across every scale and sector.
A selection of verified client reviews from Trustpilot.
“Leon was more than I could hope for. He was professional, showed up on time every day, helped us navigate factory visits, and was great at the Canton Fair. He went above and beyond with everything.”
“Leon far exceeded my highest expectations. His understanding of western culture made my job so much easier. If the opportunity arises again I will not think twice in asking Leon to assist me.”
“Our experience was AMAZING. Leon is very responsible and reliable — he helped our CEO in so many ways beyond interpreting. Started helping us even before the trip was booked. 100% recommended!”
Work With a Team That Knows China From the Inside
Tell us about your assignment — trade fair, factory visit, conference, remote meeting, or translation. We will respond within 24 hours.