GIA London Acceleration Programme
For Singapore-based tech startups looking to expand into the United Kingdom through London.
Connects Singapore companies with in-market partners and opportunities to test and commercialise their solutions.
About this programme
The GIA London UK Acceleration Programme is organised by Tech Nation and designed to help participants gain priority access to the UK’s dynamic tech ecosystem, including curated introductions to influential leaders across the private sector, investors, government and academia. Through this soft-landing support, founders will navigate their UK expansion journey with confidence.
At the heart of the programme is an immersive mission trip to the UK, anchored around London Tech Week. Before the mission trip, participants will benefit from 5-7 hours of strategic pre-trip guidance to maximise their expansion success.
Joining the GIA London UK Expansion Programme comes with exclusive benefits designed to support your market entry journey. Highlights include:
- 5-weeks programme covering preparation sessions and a 4-day immersive mission schedule (8-11 June)
- One paid pass to London Tech Week, granting entry to key stages, and exclusive invite-only access to additional events, networking sessions, and industry discussions.
- Potential demo stand or stage exposure opportunities at London Tech Week, with pre-scheduled high value meetings, and opportunities to meet target customers, investors and collaborators.
- Subsidised hotel accommodation at a selected hotel for one representative from each participating company (provided by Tech Nation)
- Welcome Dinner
About Tech Nation
Tech Nation is the leading growth platform and industry body for startups and their teams across the UK.
Supercharged by Founders Forum Group, Tech Nation amplifies the UK founder voice and empowers them to scale via practical knowledge, powerful connections and peer to peer communities.
Key features
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Exclusive access to Tech Nation's extensive industry networkGain access to London Tech Week’s most exclusive events and network with top investors, partners, and decision makers. Position yourself at the heart of the conversation and unlock new growth opportunities.
- Exclusive, high-value networking with top tech leaders
- Access to invite-only events at London Tech Week
- Tailored 1-to-1 meeting with key partners, decision makers and investors
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Gain the knowledge to rapidly scale in the UK with unlimited mentorship supportLearn from successful founders, engage in expert-led mentorship, and participate in deep-dive discussions designed to help you avoid pitfalls and fast-track your expansion.
- 1-to-1 mentorship, peer learning, and expert feedback
- Pre-mission preparation sessions
- Practical insights from founders who have successfully scaled in the UK
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Lifetime alumni status at Tech NationAll selected participants gain lifelong community access to Tech Nation, and will benefit from future access to events and adhoc follow-on introductions from the programme team on request even after the programme ends.
Eligibility
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Singapore-based tech startup with a high-growth B2B or B2B2C business model -
Seed to Series B funding stage OR clear client traction
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Incorporated in Singapore with 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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An existing product in the market that has achieved initial traction OR demonstrated sufficient initial validation and traction through partnership, investment or proven research
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Founder's commitment and sufficient resources to actively participate in the 1-month intensive programme
How to apply
Applications for the GIA London Acceleration Programme are now open. Interested applicants can sign up here and a representative from Tech Nation will be in touch.
To find out more about the programme, please contact Perng at perngaw@technation.io and Phil at Phil_Teoh@enterprisesg.gov.sg.
GIA London Acceleration Programme
