Singapore-China
Acceleration Programme
2024
Navigating China's Opportunities with Singapore's Insight
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In Partnership with
Nanyang Technological University
ZGC International
This programme offers international tech start-ups and SMEs a unique blend of Singapore's strategic insights and direct access to China's dynamic market via major Singapore-China G2G (Government to Government) collaboration cities.
What you will have
The program provides six months of ongoing support for international technology companies. This includes generating business leads, identifying funding opportunities, assisting with grant applications, organizing immersion trips to China, and offering landing support for initial operations in China.
Business Leads
Within 3 months, we assist participants in generating at least three high-quality business leads for potential clients, partners, or investors in China through personalized 1-1 mentoring and our specialized events.
Funding and Grants
Through our entrepreneurship competitions and pitching events, we facilitate connections between participants and potential investors, and assist in applying for grants to support cross-border development and co-innovation projects.
Immersion Trips
Tailored immersion trips to Singapore and four strategic regions in China, each anchoring on major SG-CN collaboration cities (Suzhou, Chongqing, Tianjin and Guangzhou). These trips are designed to facilitate direct connections with potential partners, customers, and investors.
Landing Support
Transfong operates five centers in Singapore, Nanjing, Suzhou, Wuxi, and Xiamen, and has partnerships in other major cities like Beijing, Shanghai, and Chongqing. We offer comprehensive support for company incorporation, office space allocation, and business consultancy to facilitate participants' initial operations in China.
Programme Highlight
Strategic insights into China's market access from Singapore's viewpoint.
Connect with local authorities and investors for collaborative opportunities.
Tailored business matching with regional customers, partners, or suppliers.
Expert consultations on local business climate or technical challenges.
Timeline
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Current batch: July - Sep 2024
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Application deadline: 30 June 2024
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Immersion Trip: Sep 2024 (Suzhou)
Programme Fee
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Programme fee: Free,
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Immersion Trip: U$990 per participant
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Singapore companies get to enjoy a 20% discount.
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The programme fee does not include costs for flights, meals, and accommodations.
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If in-depth operational support is required, Transfong can either acquire a minority share or engage in a paid consultancy project.