GIA Ho Chi Minh City Acceleration Programme

For innovative Singapore-based startups and companies seeking to venture into Vietnam.

Connects Singapore companies with Vietnam partners and create opportunities to test and commercialise solutions.

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About this programme

Organised by Quest Ventures, the GIA Ho Chi Minh City Acceleration Programme Cohort 11: Green Industrial Challenge is a unique programme tailored for Singapore-based startups and SMEs who can solve pressing environmental challenges in Vietnam in three areas:

  1. Green Agriculture Solutions

    Solutions that empower farmers to achieve greater yield with fewer resources. Vietnam's agricultural sector needs transformative technologies in cultivation, resource management, and sustainable production practices to drive efficiency and sustainability.


  2. Smart Industry Innovations

    Solutions that can revolutionise industrial processes to become more sustainable, efficient, and eco-friendly. As manufacturing remains a key driver of Vietnam’s economy, there is a growing demand for solutions that reduce its environmental impact.


  3. Green Urban Living Innovations

    Solutions that enhance sustainability through smarter infrastructure, eco-friendly public spaces, and sustainable transportation systems. With rapid urbanisation, there is an urgent need for green technologies in urban planning.

Selected startups/SMEs will have the opportunity to directly engage with Vietnamese corporates who are looking for solutions to the problem areas above, fostering collaboration and driving impactful solutions.

The Vietnam market immersion trip will be held from 24 to 29 October 2024.

About Quest Ventures

Quest Ventures is a venture capital firm in Asia. It has more than 100+ venture-backed companies, and operates in more than 150 cities across Asia.

Key features

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    Practical Training
    Vietnam experts provide insights on Vietnam’s business landscape, culture, regulations, and strategies for scaling in the market.
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    Pitch Polishing
    Receive tailored feedback to refine and tailor their pitches to address problem statements of Vietnamese corporates and adapt it to suit the Vietnamese market.
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    1-1 Industry Mentorship
    Receive personalised support from industry veterans to tackle challenges and accelerate growth.
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    1-1 Business Matching
    Curated introductions to Vietnamese corporates seeking innovative solutions in the industry.
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    Networking
    Build valuable connections with key stakeholders, investors, and fellow industry contacts.

Eligibility

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    Business entity registered and operating in Singapore
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    Company has at least 30% local equity held directly or indirectly by Singaporean(s) and/or Singapore PR(s), determined by the ultimate individual ownership
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    Has a minimum viable product with existing customers and/or partners
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    Seed stage and beyond in terms of funding raised
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    Has the potential to address market needs in Vietnam and the region

How to apply

Applications for the GIA Ho Chi Minh City Acceleration Programme (Green Industrial Challenge) are now open. Interested applicants should apply here by 13 October 2024, 23:59h (SGT). Applications are assessed on a rolling basis. Limited slots available.

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