Applications Open for Nordic Singapore Innovation Days 2026

Startup Estonia invites ambitious startups and scaleups to apply for Nordic Singapore Innovation Days 2026, a unique opportunity to explore one of the world’s most dynamic innovation ecosystems and build connections in Southeast Asia.

Taking place in Singapore in October 2026, Nordic Singapore Innovation Days (NSID) brings together startups, investors, incubators, innovation agencies, and ecosystem leaders from across the Nordic and Baltic region and Singapore. The programme is designed to foster international collaboration, create new business opportunities, and strengthen innovation ties between the regions.

With a strong focus on climate innovation, deep tech, and sustainable growth, NSID offers participants direct access to Singapore’s thriving innovation ecosystem through curated meetings, ecosystem visits, networking opportunities, and business matchmaking sessions.

A Gateway to Singapore and Southeast Asia

According to Kati Pärn, former lead of the Nordic Singapore Innovation Days programme, NSID is designed for startups that have already achieved market traction and are considering expansion into Southeast Asia. She highlights the programme’s carefully curated network and direct access to potential customers, partners, and investors as its greatest strengths. Pärn notes that Singapore serves as one of the most effective gateways to the region, allowing companies to test expansion strategies and evaluate market opportunities with the support of trusted Nordic partners.

Participants will gain valuable insights into the Singaporean innovation landscape, meet potential partners and investors, and explore opportunities for long-term business collaboration in the region.

Who Should Apply?

Nordic Singapore Innovation Days is aimed at:
* startups and scaleups looking to expand into Asian markets;
* companies with proven market traction and international growth ambitions;
* investors and venture funds seeking new opportunities and partnerships;
* innovation ecosystem organisations and public sector representatives supporting international collaboration.

Applications Are Open

The organisers are curating a delegation of high-potential companies and ecosystem leaders from across the Nordic and Baltic region. Startup Estonia coordinates participation from Estonia.

Apply to join the delegation here

Organisers
Nordic Singapore Innovation Days 2026 is organised in collaboration with SISP – Swedish Incubators & Science Parks, Vinnova, Ignite Nordic, Startup Estonia, Innovation Agency Lithuania, Business Finland, Nordic Innovation House, Business Sweden, EDB Singapore, SGInnovate, Enterprise Singapore, and the Nordic Embassies in Singapore.